BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//FOCUS - ECPv6.2.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.focus-info.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FOCUS
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:Europe/London
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20240331T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20241027T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240619T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T211646
CREATED:20240604T155101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T113045Z
UID:7506-1718796600-1718800200@www.focus-info.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Parents Webinar: Understanding Schooling Options Available for Your Child in the UK
DESCRIPTION:Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the schooling options available for your child in the UK?\nJoin our FREE webinar\, where we’ll break down the British school system and give you the confidence to make informed decisions about your child’s education.\nDuring this webinar\, participants will:\n• Gain an overview of the UK school system\, including its structure\, stages\, and key features.\n• Explore the distinctions between primary education options\, including state schools\, academies\, faith-based schools\, independent (private/public) schools\, and international schools\, while understanding their curricula\, facilities\, and admissions processes.\n• Get an understanding of Early Years education and your entitlement to access and eligibility for free childcare for 3-4 year olds.\n• Navigate the pathways available for secondary education\, such as comprehensive schools\, grammar schools\, and independent secondary schools (both day and boarding).\n• Receive insights into transitions from primary to secondary and to post-16 education\, including A-levels\, International Baccalaureate (IB)\, vocational qualifications\, and apprenticeships.\n• Understand the provisions for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within mainstream and special schools.\n• Explore how cultural\, social\, and religious factors may influence schooling choices and experiences in the UK.\n• Gain practical advice and strategies for evaluating and selecting the best-fit school for your child\, considering factors such as academic offerings\, extracurricular activities\, and ethos.\n• Discover resources and support networks available to parents navigating the UK school system\, including parental engagement opportunities and advocacy services. \nPlus\, engage with our experienced hosts in a live Q&A session to address any specific questions or concerns you may have about schooling options for your child in the UK. \n_____________________________________________ \nOur hosts are experienced professionals with over 40 years of expertise\, and they’re parents too! They understand the challenges and concerns that come with navigating the educational journey of our children. Drawing from their personal experiences and professional insights\, they’ll guide you through the diverse schooling options available\, helping you find the best fit for your child and family. \nWhy Attend FOCUS Webinar?\n• Schools and Educational Consultant of the Year 2023 (awarded by ARP)\n• Expertise in International and British Schools \nWith decades of close collaboration\, we’re experts in guiding families through the world of international and British schools. Our director’s unique background as a former Head of Admissions at an international school and a school governor at several independent schools gives her unparalleled insights and expertise. We’ve personally navigated the UK school system with our own children\, so we bring first-hand experience to our guidance.\nFor over 40 years\, we’ve been the trusted advisors for families seeking the best educational paths in the UK. We’re confident we can help you too. \nJoin us and make the best educational choices for your child!
URL:https://www.focus-info.org/event/understanding-schooling-options-uk-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.focus-info.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Empowering-Parents-Webinar-Banner-2.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR