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Events, Assessments 25 July 2024

Rethinking Assessment I ISEB former Chair Durell Barnes explores what’s next for examinations

Durell Barnes believes that the independent education sector can drive innovation and help to provide alternative qualifications better suited to twenty-first century learners. In his recent editorial for the...

Common Pre-Tests, Families 10 July 2024

How can I prepare my child for the ISEB Pre-Tests over the summer break?

Summer holidays offer a prime opportunity for parents to support their children in preparing for the ISEB Pre-Tests (11+). Don’t worry: your child is already excellently prepared, as the...

Families, Schools 11 June 2024

ISEB Announces Winners of ‘Time to Write’ Creative Writing Competition

ISEB’s Time to Write creative writing competition for schools has crowned its first winners across four categories. Launched in the spring, the competition received thousands of entries from pupils...

Teachers, Schools, Common Pre-Tests, Events, Common Entrance, iPQ 10 May 2024

Exploring the future of assessment: Highlights from ISEB’s one-day conference for schools

“Superb day – interesting, engaging and thoroughly enjoyable.” On 24 April 2024, London hosted a dynamic and forward-thinking educational conference, Assessing Change, Awarding the Future, delivered by the Independent...

Common Entrance, Schools, Shop, Assessments 23 April 2024

Summer 2024 Advance Order Open Now

The Advance Order for the Summer 2024 CE 13+ and CASE papers is open now. Read on for key dates and information about the upcoming Summer 2024 Advance Order...

Families, Families Hub 26 March 2024

Supporting your child in their transition from junior to senior school

The transition from junior or prep school to senior school marks a significant milestone in a child’s academic journey, presenting new challenges and opportunities for growth. ISEB has supported...

Schools, iPQ 22 March 2024

Explore three new iPQ case studies

As an exciting, adaptable, pupil-led qualification, the ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ) has been inspiring schools, teachers and their pupils since its introduction in 2021. We recently collaborated with three...

Common Entrance, Teachers, Schools, Shop, Assessments 13 March 2024

Summer 2024 Advance Order – Coming Soon

The Advance Order for the Summer 2024 CE 13+ and CASE papers will open soon. Read on for key dates and information about the upcoming Summer 2024 Advance Order...

Common Pre-Tests, iPQ, Awards 20 February 2024

ISEB recognised in Global Excellence Awards 2023

ISEB has been recognised as part of the Global Excellence Awards 2023 as the Most Innovative School Examinations & Assessment Organisation – UK. Now in its seventh year, the...

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