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The Independent Schools Show bring you the finest minds and the hot topics to help parents and families navigate the education maze and #findtherightschool for their children.

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    Independent Schools News Briefing

    What’s Really Going On in the Independent School Sector? | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this fast-paced panel brings together leading education journalists and sector experts to unpack the biggest developments shaping the independent school landscape. Cutting through the headlines, the panel delivers rapid-fire insights into the changes affecting families searching for schools today—from rising fees and leadership moves to new schools launching and well-known institutions merging. In just 30 minutes, this session provides essential intelligence for parents trying to understand how the independent school sector is evolving and what it might mean for their school choices. Speakers Sam Coutinho – Governance, Finance and Risk Adviser to the Independent School Sector, Sam Coutinho Consulting Ltd Edward Wild – Managing Director, Wild Search Julie Robinson – Chief Executive Officer, Independent Schools Council Hero Brown – Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Muddy Stilettos For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    31 min

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    Going Private Moving from the State Sector

    Going Private: Moving from the State Sector | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this parent briefing explores what families should consider when moving from state to independent education. Many parents wonder whether an independent school education is the right step for their child. In this panel discussion, leading school heads discuss what independent schools genuinely offer that is different, the level of investment involved, and how families can decide whether the move is the right fit. The session also covers key entry points such as 11+, 13+, and 16+, what the admissions and assessment process typically involves, and whether pupils from state primary schools can successfully compete in entrance exams. Speakers Susan Wijeratna – Head, Latymer Upper School Rick Clarke – Head, St James Senior Boys' School Alastair Chirnside – Warden, St Edward's School, Oxford For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    34 min

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    Heads Changing Places | How Important is Leadership

    Heads Changing Places: How Important Is School Leadership? | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this panel explores the impact that leadership can have on a school. When a new head arrives, parents often wonder what will change and what will stay the same. In this discussion, recently appointed school leaders share their perspectives on how leadership shapes a school’s culture, priorities, and long-term direction. The panel also considers what parents should look for when evaluating school leadership, and how a new head can bring fresh ideas while maintaining the core values and traditions that define a school. Speakers Scott Crawford – Head Master, Lancing College Elizabeth Stone – Headmaster, Winchester College Ravi Kothakota – Headmaster, Emanuel School For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    50 min

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    How Bursaries Transform Lives

    How Bursaries Transform Lives | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on Saturday 28 February 2026, this inspiring panel explores how bursaries can open life-changing opportunities for young people. Many families worry that their child might not “fit in” at an independent school. In this discussion, three bursary recipients share their personal experiences and explain how an independent school education transformed their lives and opened doors they never imagined. Together with the Royal National Children’s SpringBoard Foundation, the panel discusses the reality of independent school culture today, diverse, welcoming and far removed from common stereotypes and how schools actively support students from all backgrounds to thrive. Speakers Patrick Derham OBE David Ejim-McCubbi Mirabel Agyemang For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    47 min

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    How Important are Buildings, Facilities & Location

    How Important Are Buildings, Facilities & Location? | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this parent panel explores one of the key questions families face when choosing a school: how much do buildings, facilities, and location really matter? When comparing schools in London with those beyond the M25 motorway, parents often weigh very different advantages. City schools may offer the cultural opportunities and convenience of being in the heart of London, while schools further out may have extensive campuses, playing fields, and more space. In this discussion, experienced school leaders explore the real trade-offs between central London schools and those further afield, helping parents understand what these differences might mean for their child’s education and daily school life. Speakers Katharine Woodcock – Head, Francis Holland School, Regent's Park Samantha Price – Head, Cranleigh School Helen Pike – Master, Magdalen College School, Oxford For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    39 min

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    In Conversation Liz Hewer, St Paul's Girls' School

    In Conversation: Liz Hewer, St Paul’s Girls’ School | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this session features a thought-provoking conversation with Liz Hewer, High Mistress of St Paul's Girls' School. In this insightful parent briefing, Liz Hewer explores one of the biggest questions facing families today: how do we prepare teenagers for a world we can barely imagine? Drawing on her experience leading one of the UK’s most respected schools, she discusses the challenges parents face when raising adolescents in the 21st century and what truly matters in modern education, regardless of where your child goes to school. This inspiring conversation offers valuable perspectives on supporting young people to develop confidence, curiosity, and resilience in an ever-changing world. Speaker Liz Hewer – High Mistress, St Paul’s Girls’ School For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    32 min

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    Jane Lunnon on the Changing London Landscape

    Jane Lunnon on the Changing London Landscape | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this parent briefing features Jane Lunnon, Head of Alleyn's School, in a wide-ranging conversation about the evolving education landscape in London. Under Jane Lunnon’s leadership, Alleyn’s has become one of London’s most sought-after co-educational day schools. In this session, she reflects on the changing nature of education in the capital, the challenges and opportunities facing schools and families, and how independent schools are adapting to meet the needs of today’s students. This insightful discussion offers valuable perspectives for parents navigating school choices in a rapidly changing city. For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    37 min

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    What Makes a Good School London North

    What Makes a Good School? (North of the Thames) | Spring Independent Schools Show 2026 Recorded live at the Spring Independent Schools Show on 28 February 2026, this panel explores what parents should look for when choosing a school north of the River Thames. With a wide range of independent schools across North London and beyond, families often face difficult decisions about which environment will best suit their child. In this discussion, experienced school leaders share their perspectives on what truly defines a “good” school—from academic outcomes and pastoral care to opportunities beyond the classroom. The panel also offers insight into the education landscape north of the Thames and helps parents think about how to find a school that matches their child’s interests, strengths, and personality. Speakers Lindsey Hughes – Headmistress, Channing School David Benson – Head, Mill Hill School Matthew Mostyn – Headmaster, St Edmund's College For all news, tickets and future show updates, go to SchoolsShow.co.uk Instagram - @schoolsshow

    46 min
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The Independent Schools Show bring you the finest minds and the hot topics to help parents and families navigate the education maze and #findtherightschool for their children.

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  • Creator
    The Independent Schools Show
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Find The Right School
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