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Education services for everyone living in the UK

Schools, universities, language learning and childcare — vetted and reviewed for anyone living in or relocating to the UK. Browse by service type or explore featured providers across the full Education section.

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Every service type has its own curated list of vetted providers, plus practical guidance on how the UK system works.

After School Daycare

Registered childminders, after-school clubs and wraparound care for expat families — Ofsted-rated and flexible on late enrolment.

Childminders After-School Clubs Holiday Care
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Continuing Education

Adult learning, professional development and UK credential recognition — for expats retraining or advancing their careers in Britain.

Professional Development Distance Learning Credential Recognition
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International Schools

IB World Schools, American schools, French lycées and other internationally-accredited provision for globally mobile families.

IB Curriculum American Schools Bilingual
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Language Learning Apps & Websites

Digital language learning platforms assessed for expat use — from professional English development to heritage language maintenance for children.

English for Work Self-Paced Children's Learning
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Language Schools

British Council-accredited English language schools offering general English, business English and IELTS preparation for adult expats.

Business English IELTS Prep Evening Classes
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Online Education

Flexible online degrees, professional certifications and short courses from UK-accredited providers — study from anywhere, on your schedule.

Online Degrees CPD Microcredentials
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Primary Schools

Educational consultants and placement services helping expat families navigate state and independent primary school admissions, including mid-year entry.

State Admissions Independent Schools Mid-Year Entry
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Secondary Schools

Consultants, tutors and placement services for secondary school entry — covering GCSEs, A-Levels, IB, grammar schools and the independent sector.

GCSEs & A-Levels Grammar Schools Boarding Schools
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Universities

UCAS guidance, Foundation Year pathways and university preparation services for international students applying to UK higher education.

UCAS Applications Foundation Years Postgraduate
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Boarding Schools

Full and weekly boarding schools across the UK — placement consultants and specialist advisors helping families find the right fit from abroad.

Full Boarding Weekly Boarding Placement Consultants
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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from expat families and individuals navigating education in the UK.

Start by deciding between the state and independent sectors. State schools are free but admission is based on catchment area, so your home address matters enormously. Independent schools charge fees but offer more flexibility on entry timing. An educational consultant who specialises in expat families can help you navigate both routes, especially for mid-year entry which the UK state system handles on a school-by-school basis.
Yes. There is no legal barrier to mid-year entry in the UK. For state schools, you apply to the local authority and are offered any available place in the right year group. Independent schools manage their own admissions and most will consider mid-year applications. Specialist educational consultants listed in this directory can help manage the process and improve your chances of securing a good fit quickly.
Most UK universities accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, and Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency. Required scores vary by institution and course. Foundation Year programmes typically require a lower English level than direct undergraduate entry. Always check the specific requirements on the university's international admissions page, or speak to a UCAS advisor.
For families who move frequently or plan to return to their home country, an international curriculum (particularly the IB) provides continuity that the British national curriculum cannot. For families settling long-term, a high-quality British independent school often represents better value and stronger university progression in the UK. The right answer depends on your family's plans and your child's current stage of education.
UK ENIC (formerly NARIC) is the national agency responsible for providing information about the comparability of international qualifications to UK standards. For regulated professions such as teaching, medicine or law, each regulatory body has its own recognition process. Continuing education providers and professional development services in this directory can help you identify and complete the right route for your profession.
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