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Frensham Heights Racing Makes Greenpower History at Bedford Autodrome #advert

19th June 2025

Sunday 8th June 2025 – A Day of Firsts and a Podium Sweep! Last Sunday, our Greenpower teams made history at the Bedford Autodrome heat – and what a day…

Supporting Girls at Night: How La Suzy Is Changing Menstrual Care in Schools and at Home #advert

16th June 2025

As schools deepen their focus on whole-child wellbeing, a new area of support is gaining attention: night-time menstrual care. For many girls—whether they board or go home each evening—managing periods…

UK High Court dismisses VAT claims

13th June 2025

The UK High Court has today dismissed the claims against the Chancellor concerning VAT on independent school fees. The judgment, which can be read in full on the Judiciary website,…

ISBA Charity Challenge #advert

12th June 2025

Food procurement experts allmanhall discussed over £14M of food spend with Independent and Boarding schools across the country at the recent ISBA Annual Conference in Manchester. Why does that matter? Because…

Digital Advertising Tips for UK Boarding Schools #advert

12th June 2025

In 2025, UK boarding schools must leverage targeted digital advertising on Google Ads and Meta to reach local and international parents. Google Ads: Long-Tail Keywords & Geotargeting By using long-tail…

ISC census 2025

22nd May 2025

The latest Independent Schools Council (ISC) census, published annually in May based on January data, reveals several key trends for UK boarding.   Increase in costs – and bursaries  Unsurprisingly, the…

BSA comment on immigration white paper from the UK Home Office

15th May 2025

The UK Home Office’s white paper, Restoring Control over the Immigration System, published this week, signals another tightening of the immigration regime. The paper acknowledges the economic and societal value…

Helping Girls Sleep, Study, and Shine – La Suzy’s Wellness Period Bed Mat Empowers Teens at School, Home and Travel #advert

15th May 2025

Periods should never be a source of shame—but for many school-aged girls, the fear of leaking through clothing or bedding can impact their confidence, attendance, and wellbeing. That’s the problem…

Beyond Timetables: The Strategic Value of Being Organised #advert

15th May 2025

Organisation plays a critical role in the smooth running of any organisation but it’s especially vital in the unique environment of boarding. From workflow and communication to staff morale and…

Fueling academic success – allmanhall #advert

15th May 2025

While good study habits during exam season are essential, one crucial aspect that is often overlooked is nutrition. Food procurement partner allmanhall’s Registered Dietitian, Tess Warnes, offers expert advice to help…