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Expert Guidance for Successful School Placements
We help families navigate through the complexities of private and boarding school placements. Our expert education consultants offer personalised support for both UK-based and international students, ensuring each child has the best chances of a successful school placement that encourages their academic goals and personal growth. We deliver in-depth guidance and advice on the independent and boarding school system and have supported students towards placements at some of the country’s most prestigious schools.
Some of The Schools We Help Prepare Entry to
What our education consultants can do for you
- Early Years Consultancy
- Education Consultancy & Reporting
- School Placements
- University Placements
- Pre-Preparatory and Nursery Placement
- Private School consultancy to find the right prep school
- Arrange school visits and applications
- Independent Preparatory School Consultants
- Senior School Consultancy
- Independent School Admissions
- Advice for parents on school selection
- Oxbridge Applications
- International School Transitions
- Academic support for relocating students
- Private tuition for travelling families
- Oxford and Cambridge Placements e.g. course and college selection
- Exam & Interview Preparation
- Academic assessments
- Holiday learning programmes
- Specialist advice for children with neurodiversity
- IB
- US College Admissions
- Oxbridge
- Homeschooling
- Residential Tuition
Why School Placements Matter?
Choosing the right school can be life-changing. Many parents are going through the process of placing their child in an independent or boarding school system for the first time. We provide up-to-date, current advice based on industry knowledge to ensure your child is in the best standing to obtain a successful school placement based on your needs and preferences. Our education consultants are ex-headteachers, admissions officers, and expert advisors, and have strong relations with registrars and admissions teams in various leading independent and boarding schools. Our advice ensures the selection of a school is carried out with wisdom and a sense of duty of care, ensuring the best choice and practices in order for your child to fully flourish and lay the foundations of a successful future.
Our School Placement Service is designed to guide you every step of the way – with clarity, care, and a focus on what’s best for your child.
Our School Placement Service is designed to guide you every step of the way – with clarity, care, and a focus on what’s best for your child.
What is included in Our School Placement Services
Telios Tutors offers a comprehensive suite of school placement services designed to guide your child toward the most suitable educational environment. Our services include:
- Academic assessments to identify strengths, weaknesses, and overall development.
- Evaluation of readiness for private school entrance exams to determine target schools and preparation needs.
- Detailed research reports with actionable feedback.
- Management of school communications, registrations, and application paperwork.
- Organisation of school visits, assessments, and interviews.
- Creation of a tailored shortlist of schools aligned with your child’s abilities, interests, and family priorities.
- Mock interviews and exam preparation, including access to private tuition.
- Guidance on offers and contingency planning.
- Development of a personalised strategy to maximise the likelihood of a successful placement.
How It Works
- Initial Academic Assessment: We conduct tailored assessments to understand your child’s general attainment, development, and relative performance compared to peers, identifying strengths and areas for growth.
- Entrance Exam Readiness: Your child’s academic performance is evaluated against private school standards, helping determine target schools and preparation requirements.
- Research & Feedback Report: A detailed report is prepared with actionable insights and recommendations based on assessment results.
- School Communication & Registration: We handle communication with schools, including calls and emails, and manage registrations, ensuring all paperwork and deadlines are accurately maintained.
- School Liaison & Visits: Arrangements are made for school visits, assessments, and interviews, keeping your child’s best interests in focus.
- Shortlisting Schools: A personalised shortlist is created, aligning with your child’s strengths, interests, and family priorities.
- Preparation & Support: Mock interviews, entrance exam preparation, and optional private tuition are provided to maximise performance.
- Offer Guidance & Strategy: Expert advice is given on evaluating offers, contingency plans, and developing a personalised strategy to secure the best possible placement.
Success Stories & Testimonials
Example of the Requests We Receive from Families
- Families relocating from overseas who need a smooth transition into top UK schools, such as Sevenoaks or Wycombe Abbey
- Parents looking to secure places at London day schools like St Paul’s, Latymer Upper, or Westminster for academically able children
- Families seeking boarding school placements (e.g. Harrow, Eton, or Cheltenham Ladies’ College) for children who would thrive in a structured, enriching environment
- Parents navigating 11+ and 13+ entry for competitive grammar and independent schools
- High-achieving international students applying for UK sixth form entry at prestigious schools such as Tonbridge or North London Collegiate
- Families requesting full-service support with applications, interview coaching, and liaison with admissions teams
What Parents Say:
“Telios Tutors made the school admissions process stress-free and gave our child the confidence to succeed.”
“Their personalised approach was invaluable – we couldn’t have done it without them.”
Why Choose Telios Tutors For School Placement Consultations?
Over 12 Years of Expertise in Education Consultancy
With more than a decade of experience, Telios Tutors has established itself as a trusted provider of education consultancy services. Our team of experts possesses in-depth knowledge of the education system. This extensive experience allows us to provide personalised guidance and support to families, making informed decisions about school placements.
Personalised, Human-Centred Matching
Our expert personally matches each student with the most suitable placement, ensuring a human touch throughout the process. It guarantees that academic, social, and personal factors are considered for the best fit.
Award-Winning Excellence
Telios Tutors has been recognised for excellence in education, awarded “Private Tutoring Service Provider of The Year 2025.” This reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and professional services.
Supportive and Responsive Team
Our dedicated team provides ongoing support, promptly addressing queries and concerns. Families benefit from guidance at every step, from school shortlisting to application advice and beyond.
Secure the Perfect School Placement for Your Child Today! Speak with our expert consultants and discover a personalised path to academic success.
FAQs
They guide families in school or university placements, advise on courses, applications, and support academic and personal growth planning.
We support students from early years, primary, secondary, GCSE, A-Level, IB, through to university admissions worldwide.
Yes, we assist families with UK and international placements, tailoring recommendations to academic needs, location, budget, and long-term goals.
Absolutely, we offer expert guidance on GCSE, A-Level, IB choices, and university applications, ensuring informed academic decisions.
Yes, our consultants specialise in Oxbridge and US college applications, guiding students through selection, essays, and interview preparation.
We evaluate academic profile, interests, learning style, aspirations, location, and budget to match students with the most suitable placements.
Yes, we provide one-to-one tutoring to support academic progress, reinforcing consultancy recommendations and preparing students for school requirements.
Yes, our team provides interview coaching and personal statement advice to strengthen applications and improve students’ chances of acceptance.
Our consultants are highly experienced educators, headteachers, admissions experts, and international placement specialists with proven expertise in school guidance.
Yes, families can combine consultancy with tutoring, exam preparation, and ongoing academic guidance for a comprehensive, supportive educational experience.
Connect With an Education Consultant
Choosing and preparing for the right independent school can have a life changing impact on your child’s future. Our education consultants range from head teachers, pastoral leaders, admissions specialists, independent school teachers and experts in university placements.