Unintentional Consequences of the VAT on Independent Schools
Dom Payne Dom Payne

Unintentional Consequences of the VAT on Independent Schools

Private education versus public education is an age-old debate that continues to evoke strong opinions. Is it genuinely fair that some individuals in society can afford a different and potentially better quality of education for their children? Additionally, is it perilous for a central authority to have control over various educational events and ideas? In this discussion, we will explore some of the effects and implications of adding VAT to private schools in the UK, examining how it might impact both parents and students alike.

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Which country has the best education in the world?
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Which country has the best education in the world?

Inspired from the BBC and there thoughts, I just had to write what I thought on the matter. I have lived and worked in many international schools, private and public so what do those expat families do for school. Do they go local or international?

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A dyslexic without Microsoft Word
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A dyslexic without Microsoft Word

I wouldn’t have passed my Alevels, Degree and PGCE without word. Cheers Bill!

This tool helped me to pass and do so many things in my life. But where will we go with AI platforms, video calls and APPs. Let’s find out!

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Choosing the Right Education for Your Child
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Choosing the Right Education for Your Child

Choosing the right school for your child can be exciting, nerve racking and full of uncertainties.

This article will give you a guide to how to look at different systems, schools and areas.


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Dumbing us Down
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Dumbing us Down

What if everything you thought you knew about education was a lie? In this post, we dive into the profound and eye-opening insights of John Taylor Gatto, a celebrated teacher who pulled back the curtain on the modern schooling system. From the confusion of disjointed curriculums to the subtle conditioning of dependency and self-esteem tied to authority, Gatto's observations are both challenging and inspiring. If you’ve ever felt there’s something deeply off about conventional education—or if you’re searching for alternatives—this is a must-read journey into the heart of what schooling truly teaches.

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School vs Family: Who Controls Your Child's Time?
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School vs Family: Who Controls Your Child's Time?

Every year a story will come out saying that parents have been fined for taking their children out of school. Is this new? Do you think the state is in a position to tell parents what to do? Read this and you tell me!

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A guide to the unseen world?   Steiner pt 3
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A guide to the unseen world?   Steiner pt 3

A guide to the unseen world or the foundation for learning? Steiner goes deep here on how the steps to access the spirit world and what you might see. Take from this what you want. See the summary for my take aways.

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Teach Jiu Jitsu before maths!
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Teach Jiu Jitsu before maths!

I think Brazilian jiu-jitsu (bjj) should be taught before Maths and English classes. Why bother teaching children about a possessive apostrophe when they can’t do a forward roll or put someone to sleep. Here I unpick the hidden lessons from bjj that I believe are more important than our current curriculum.

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