Excellence in Education

Oya Christie Miller joins us today to talk about how best to tackle the US College Admission process.  This is going to be very popular for anyone wanting to apply to the US College system.

Oya is extremely experienced with US Colleges and covering such a wide range of style of application with incredible results.

This podcast covers:
- The main elements of a US College Application
- The differences between UK and US higher education learning styles
- Standardised testing
- How and when to apply

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com

Graham Morgan Smith joins us today to talk about his experience in Medical Applications.  A must-listen for anyone wanting to learn more about how to apply to Medical School

Graham is an incredibly experienced University entrance consultant.  He was Head of UCAS applications at a London 6th Form college and has conducted over 100 medical applications in his career. 

This podcast covers:
- The application process - work experience and the interview
- Types of medical course on offer
- How to pick the right medical school for you
- What are the alternatives to Medicine?
- Your strategy!

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com

Today we speak with Ian Hunt.

Ian has been on the board of a number of schools in the UK and Dubai.  He is a former HMC Headmaster and has advised 100's of families with their move to the UK from around the world. 

Ian is currently Chairman of the Haileybury Group of schools, Kazakhstan.

This podcast covers:
- Current trends in the education market
- What should an ex-pat family be considering when moving back to the UK?
- How to really research and understand a UK school if you have been out of the system for a while.
- What are the implications of online learning and what the offering is in the UK
- Differences between British branded schools in Dubai and the flagship UK school?

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com

Today we speak with Rebecca Dowbiggin, a specialist Higher Education, Oxbridge Applications tutor and consultant.  Rebecca has advised and helped construct Oxford and Cambridge applications with families from around the world.  She prides herself on the thoroughness preparation she provides for clients and the depth of experience.

This podcast covers:
- Why are Oxford and Cambridge so special?
- What are the different teaching styles?
- How to begin preparing an application?
- Key things to remember if you are asked for an interview.

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com

Today we speak with Beatrix Woodhead, a specialist entrance exam advisor, tutor and consultant.  Beatrix has published multiple textbooks on the subject and worked with families from around the world, winning places at the UK's most competitive and prestigious boarding and day schools.

This podcast covers:
- What is the 11+ and which schools use it?
- How the best prepare for the exam
- What are the most important elements of the 11+?
- How can parents help their children prepare.
- Things to remember on the day!

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com

In this first episode Diana Morant, Head of UK School and University Admissions explains everything you need to know about UK boarding schools.

- Why a boarding education provides life long value to students
- Why are UK boarding schools so unique?
- Why are UK boarding schools so treasured with families from across the UK and the world?
- What are the key steps in preparation and finding the perfect boarding school.
- What are the questions you be asking on a school open day
- What  life is really like at boarding school

Thank you for listening and for more information on anything discussed today - please visit, williamclarence.com