Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Understanding the new AS and A Levels

Highly regarded by employers and global businesses, AS Levels and A Levels are widely accepted qualifications for university admission but over the past few years, they have undergone significant reform. We take a look at what it means to study the ‘new’ qualifications.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Why employers value BTEC Diplomas

An alternative to GCSE and A Level, the BTEC Diploma is becoming a popular choice. We examine what the qualification involves and why employers are recognising it as a valuable qualification.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

The Cambridge Pre-U: an alternative to A Levels

The Cambridge Pre-U has been designed to provide students with the in-depth understanding and skills needed for university entrance. Although relatively new, it is already recognised across the world.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

GCSEs explained: examining the changes

GCSEs are widely regarded internationally as the gold-standard qualification for students aged 14–16. As the UK government continues to push through reforms to drive up standards, we take a look at current developments.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Training on the job with an NVQ qualification: the benefits

NVQs are designed to test a student’s abilities in the workplace and provide a flexible route to becoming qualified in a particular profession. We look at the benefits for the student and employer.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Northern Ireland

The education system in Northern Ireland differs from other systems that are available in the UK, but is most similar to the Welsh system. We find out what you can expect from the school system there.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Scotland

Scotland’s education system is very different to the education systems of other countries in the UK and has gone through a period of major reform. We look at the Curriculum for Excellence in its bid to aid student progression into Higher Education.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Wales

The Welsh education system has many similarities to the English system, but there are some important differences. We explore new developments to the curriculum, which will be fully rolled out by 2021.

ACT test for US students explained

What is the ACT and how is the ACT scored? Relocate takes a look at this national college admissions examination in the United States.

Advanced Placement – an alternative pathway to US college admissions

What is the Advanced Placement (AP) and how is the AP scored? Relocate takes a look at this alternative from the College Board to the SAT tests for pupils entering higher education in the United States and abroad.

K-12 Curriculum and pupil assessment

What is the K-12 system and how are pupils assessed along the way? Relocate takes a look at how the US education system differs from other countries around the world.

The new 2016 SAT test – what are the changes?

What is the SAT and how is the SAT scored? Relocate takes a look at this US college admissions test from the College Board and the changes that have come into effect with the new 2016 SAT.

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21K School: a window on the world of digital education

Santosh Kumar, Co-Founder and CEO, and Yeshwanth Raj Parasmal, Co-Founder and COO of the 21K School open the digital doors to their thriving online school community in conversation with Fiona Murchie.

How to choose the right university for your globally mobile teen

Selecting the best tertiary education can be a challenge and there is much more than just the course and the reputation of the university to consider when you are drawing up a shortlist. Journalist Marianne Curphey talks to Fiona McKenzie, Head of Carfax Education UAE, to discuss how to plan for this significant event in your teen’s life, what to look for and how to apply. In the context of global mobility they also explore with Fiona Murchie, Managing Editor, why it is important for corporate employers and the relocation professionals supporting international assignments to understand the priorities of parents with older children.

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Mission Discovery Space and STEM with ISSET and NASA

This replay live session, provides the lift off young people need to get excited about STEM. Join Sarah Murray, ISSET head of operations, Former NASA Leader and Chris Barber, founder and chief executive ISSET.

Confidence building for primary aged children

The covid pandemic coincided with a steep rise in mental health worries and anxieties among children. Fortunately, a free confidence-building programme for all primary schools, and resources for parents and employers, are now available.

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Experiential Learning in the Great Outdoors!

Since its inception in 2009, the Global Action Program (GAP) has been part of The International School of Kuala Lumpur’s (ISKL) High School core curriculum for Grade 9-11 students.

Changemakers for a new tomorrow

The Bavarian International School (BIS) is a community of more than 1,200 learners and 180 education leaders, working together to bring out the best in young people from over 60 nations, all within a caring and international environment.

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Bridging cultures

The number of bilingual and multilingual schools is increasing, producing language-savvy students equipped for the global workforce. Ruth Holmes reports.

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Culture and nature in The Netherlands

Eerde International Boarding School's (EIBS) position among the forest, fields and streams of the Overijssel countryside, makes it the perfect location for a variety of outdoor pursuits, explains Director, Niki Holterman.

Beyond results: TASIS explores the questions parents need to consider when selecting a school

An exercise schools routinely undertake is to create a profile of their graduates, writes Bryan Nixon, Head of School, TASIS The American School in England. For parents, the question is: what will this school provide to ensure my child thrives?

Physical Education has changed! Join the movement!

Munich International School's physical education programme supports pupils and parents alike. The school’s head of physical health education Lieke Burghout explains.

Eight things to bear in mind when choosing a university for your globally mobile teen

Here are the considerations that a parent and young adult need to think through particularly when choosing to study at a university in a country where your family is not currently living.