Education Insights
24 Sept 2026
Katharine Birbalsingh - Britain's Strictest Headteacher
Katharine Birbalsingh CBE is an author, education reformer, and headmistress of Michaela Community School in Wembley, London. Katharine maps the trajectory of her life: growing up around the world, st...
07 Sept 2026
St George’s Ascot: A School Entering an Exciting New Chapter
At Think Tutors, our relationships with leading schools extend beyond understanding entrance examinations and admissions criteria. In order to advise families fully, we believe it is necessary to know...
31 Jul 2026
Beyond the Ivy League: Why America's Best Colleges Aren't All Ivies
For many UK families exploring higher education in the United States, the phrase Ivy League has become synonymous with excellence and global prestige. Harvard, Yale and Princeton are among the world's...
26 Jun 2026
The Ivy Leagues When Excellent Isn't Enough: What It Really Takes to Get Into Harvard
For many UK families, Harvard is the school that defines the most prestigious tier of American higher education. It represents academic excellence, global influence, and extraordinary selectivity, and...
03 Jun 2026
Understanding the U.S. College Admissions Process
For many, the US college admissions process can feel nuanced and, at times, confusing. Unlike more standardised systems, admission to leading US colleges is about building a complete picture of who a...
06 May 2026
Exam Preparation: Back to Basics
Exam preparation can quickly become overwhelming without a clear plan. To succeed, it is important to simplify the complicated, not complicate the simple. The following five pieces of advice will help...
29 Apr 2026
7+ Admissions Guide: Westminster Under School
Westminster Under School is the junior school of Westminster School, one of London’s most prestigious academic institutions, admitting pupils aged 7–13 and preparing them for progression to the senior...