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Liberal Independence

Before the last election, David Laws was the Liberal Democrat's spokesman on education but, as Attain's Editor Matthew Smith discovered, he is a surprising ally of independent education.

Facing Our Responsibilities

The Government is desperate to persuade independent sector schools to sponsor academies but, as Andrew Roberts-Wray discovered, there is far more value in partnership than sponsorship.

The Travesty of Tutoring

Increasing numbers of parents are paying for tutoring for their children. Fruitful investment or an ambiguous undertaking? Alexia Bracewell, Headmistress of Longacre School, explains.

London Calling

London preps are unique and offer a completely different educational experience to their rural counterparts. But as Attain's Editor discovered, London parents are also completely unique.

Spring Features

Preparatory Thoughts: Death of the Bookworm?

With the ever increasing popularity of eBook readers, Julie Robinson wonders if concerns about the death of books are a little premature.

Going Beyond the Exams

For university entrance, the most important thing is the UCAS form, argues Dr Tim Hands, Master of Magdalen College School.

Mapping Motivation

Marcus Culverwell, Headmaster of Reigate St Mary’s, explores the concept of mapping a pupil’s key motivations.

All Aboard: The Statistics of Education

Statistics about independent education can sometimes be hard to read and give unusual results. Hilary Moriarty explains.

IAPS Overseas: Sundays Are Different Here

Gerard Flynn MBE, Head Teacher of the Maadi British International School, Egypt, reflects on life for students in the Middle East.

End Piece: The Inspectors Are Coming!

Michael St. John Parker charts the origins of the Independent Schools Inspectorate and explains their role for parents.

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