London School Guide for Schlumberger

Contents Schlumberger Schooling Policy Overview............................................................................................... 2 UK Education – Quick Reference Guide.................................................................................................. 2 Schooling Age...................................................................................................................................... 2 Primary Education............................................................................................................................... 3 Secondary Education .......................................................................................................................... 3 Nursery Schools .................................................................................................................................. 3 School Year and Holidays.................................................................................................................... 4 State (public) schools .............................................................................................................................. 4 Admission Process – Key points.......................................................................................................... 4 Choosing a School ........................................................................................................................... 4 OFSTED Inspection Reports ................................................................................................................ 5 English Language Support................................................................................................................... 5 Special Needs Assistance (SEN)........................................................................................................... 5 Transport for School ........................................................................................................................... 5 Class Size ............................................................................................................................................. 5 Single sex schooling ............................................................................................................................ 6 Private schools ........................................................................................................................................ 8 Admissions Process – Key points ........................................................................................................ 8 Choosing a school ............................................................................................................................... 8 OFSTED Inspection Reports ................................................................................................................ 8 English Language Support................................................................................................................... 8 Special Needs Assistance (SEN)........................................................................................................... 8 Transport for School ........................................................................................................................... 8 Class Size ............................................................................................................................................. 9 Single sex schooling ............................................................................................................................ 9 International Baccalaureate (IB) Programmes........................................................................................ 9 Benefits of the Programme v British Curriculum................................................................................ 9 International schools List – London .................................................................................................... 9

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