Summer Talks Programme

From choosing the right nursery to securing a sixth form place, our talks offer practical insight from top heads and education consultants.

Entry to the event requires a ticket, but all talks are unticketed and operate on a free-flow basis.


No need to book in advance for individual sessions - we recommend arriving early, as seats are first come, first served and sessions can fill up quickly.

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Think Academy Theatre
    Think Academy Theatre
    How to cope with highly competitive school admissions - Bonas MacFarlane & Think Academy share insights on how to manage school choices, strategy and preparation.
    Think Academy Theatre
    Three schools north of the Thames discuss how their admissions work, how they select children, and how you should decide where to apply.
    Think Academy Theatre
    Three schools north of the Thames discuss how their admissions work, how they select children, and how you should decide where to apply.
    Think Academy Theatre
    Three schools south of the Thames discuss how their admissions work, how they select children, and how you should decide where to apply.
  1. Think Academy Theatre
    In the rush to secure a senior school place at 11, it's easy to overlook an alternative with a long and distinguished track record. What does staying in prep until 13 actually give a child and could it be the better route for yours?
    Think Academy Theatre
    Your child could be navigating the tube at 11, with the world's greatest museums and theatres on their doorstep, living at home with family around them. Or immersed in campus life, steps from everythi …
Muddy Stilettos Stage
    Muddy Stilettos Stage
    Every parent's first question isn't about exam results. It's: will my child be happy here? Our panel explores how great pastoral care builds the confidence, wellbeing, and sense of self that makes eve …
  1. Muddy Stilettos Stage
    Made to Measure: Supporting Every Child to Thrive Every child learns differently. Three independent schools share how they make sure no child is overlooked and help you work out which environment is t …
    Muddy Stilettos Stage
    More Than a Medal: Inspiring a Lifelong Passion for Sport You want your child to love exercise, not dread PE. How world-class sport at school builds confidence, discipline and a healthy future. Inspir …
    Muddy Stilettos Stage
    The Creative Advantage: How Dynamic Performing Arts Shape Future-Ready Minds AI can write essays and pass exams. What it can't do is think creatively, lead, or imagine something new. How independent s …
  2. Muddy Stilettos Stage
    The STEM Generation: Building Futures Through Excellence in STEM Your child loves science, coding, or maths but where might that actually lead? Our panel explores how independent schools are inspiring …
    Muddy Stilettos Stage
    The World as Classroom: Learning Through Experience Your child could be running a mountain rescue service, not just reading about one. How independent schools use the world beyond the classroom to bui …

Top Educators at the Spring Independent Schools Show

With speakers including heads of renowned independent schools and London’s top education consultants.


 

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