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UK School Choice Guides
Guides to British public schools, international school lists and how to choose a school.
British Public Schools (The Nine and Top Independent Schools)
A list of British public schools: Eton, Harrow, Winchester, Westminster and the other Clarendon Nine, plus top independent secondary schools, with Ofsted ratings and school details.
The Clarendon Nine (Britain's Nine Great Public Schools)
The nine great British public schools: Eton, Harrow, Winchester, Westminster, Charterhouse, Rugby, Shrewsbury, St Paul's and Merchant Taylors', the nine historic schools defined by the 1868 Clarendon Report.
International Schools in the UK
A list and information on international schools in the UK: schools offering international curricula, with their locations and Ofsted ratings.
Ofsted Ratings Explained
What are Ofsted ratings? An explanation of England's school inspection grades (Outstanding / Good / Requires improvement / Inadequate) and the inspection systems in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Understanding UK Catchment Areas
What is a UK catchment area, how does it affect state school admissions, and how do you find schools near a postcode? Essential reading before choosing a school.
The Times UK School Rankings Explained
What are The Times / Sunday Times UK school rankings, how do you read them, how do they differ from official results rankings, and how should you use them when choosing a school?