Lara Péchard announced as new Head of Felsted School
One of the foremost independent schools in Essex has announced the appointment of Lara Péchard,…
Emily SmithJanuary 8, 2026
The UK towns and cities where half of school kids don’t speak English as first language
New data from the Department for Education shows that 1.8 million schoolchildren in England do…
Emily SmithDecember 9, 2025
The procession of university language closures will trip up UK diplomacy
This article warns that UK universities are rapidly cutting modern language degrees just as the…
Emily SmithNovember 25, 2025
New international student enrolment drops 17% at US universities
International student enrolment at U.S. universities fell 17% this autumn amid stricter Trump-era visa policies,…
Emily SmithNovember 20, 2025
Felsted School students’ Three Peaks Challenge raises £4,000 for Mumbai children’s charity
Four sixth formers from Felsted School scaled the three highest mountains in the UK -…
Emily SmithNovember 12, 2025
New immigration rules to prevent foreign students settling ‘will cost UK billions’
A Home Office assessment warns that Sir Keir Starmer’s immigration reforms could cost the UK…
Emily SmithNovember 7, 2025
Schools spend £540MILLION a year to help children who don’t speak English as mother tongue – as figures show up to two-thirds of pupils in parts of the country have another first language
New figures reveal that UK schools now receive a record £540 million annually to support…
Emily SmithNovember 4, 2025
USA still top for educating world leaders
The 2025 HEPI/Kaplan Soft Power Index shows the USA remains the top country educating the…
Emily SmithNovember 4, 2025
UK boarding: open for business and celebrated around the world
On October 4, 2025, the boarding community came together online to celebrate BSA and BAISIS’ annual…
Lily BoydenOctober 17, 2025
Oxford named best university in the world for a tenth consecutive year
Oxford University has been ranked the best in the world for the 10th consecutive year…
Emily SmithOctober 9, 2025
We’re Americans. Here’s why we’ve come to British universities
Rising political polarisation and soaring tuition costs in the US are pushing a growing number…
Emily SmithOctober 1, 2025
UK students get chance to study in Europe from January 2027 under new Erasmus deal
The EU is seeking a swift agreement for the UK to rejoin the Erasmus+ student…
Emily SmithSeptember 25, 2025
UK boarding schools hit by drop in number of international pupils
UK boarding schools have seen a notable decline in international student enrolment since the COVID-19…
Emily SmithMay 30, 2025
U.S. Will ‘Aggressively’ Revoke Visas of Chinese Students, Rubio Says
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered a global halt on student visa interviews…
adminMay 30, 2025
Considerations for schools from the UKCISA and RGSU report on the international student experience
Recently I attended the launch of the Russell Group Students’ Unions (RGSU) and UK Council…
Bethan HudsonMay 21, 2025
Sevenoaks School – Higher Education Update
Congratulations to our Upper Sixth students on an impressive range of offers from UK, US…
adminMay 6, 2025
Oakham School Announces New Chair of Trustees
Oakham School is delighted to announce the appointment of Geraint Davies as their new Chair…
adminMay 6, 2025
Swimming Championship Season Starts with Powerful Performances
Over the past few weeks, the dedication of Strathallan’s swimmers have been on full display.…
adminMay 6, 2025
As global student flows shift, what’s next for the UK?
Source: As global student flows shift, what’s next for the UK? Key Points: Changing Global…
adminApril 23, 2025
Taunton School nominated for Best European Secondary School award
Source: Taunton School nominated for Best European Secondary School award Taunton School has been named…
adminApril 15, 2025
Felsted School showjumper impresses in Spanish international competition
Clear rounds and outstanding performances in her debut events made 17-year-old showjumper Amelia K, a…
Lily BoydenApril 14, 2025
Decline in international students for UK universities in 2023/24
Source: Decline in international students for UK universities in 2023/24 - StudyTravel Network In the…
adminMarch 28, 2025
Increase in visa and ETA fees for the UK
Source: Increase in visa and ETA fees for the UK - StudyTravel Network The UK…
adminMarch 25, 2025
Two Taunton School Students receive University of Oxford offers
Two students from Taunton School have received offers to study at the University of Oxford. …
adminMarch 18, 2025
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