insideKENT Magazine Issue 101 - September 2020 | Page 91

IN ASSOCIATION WITH
EDUCATION
AN EDUCATED DECISION
A RETURN TO EDUCATION IN KENT
THE RIGHT EDUCATION PROVIDES A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR WHATEVER JOURNEY LIFE
TAKES US ON. THIS YEAR, MORE THAN EVER, WE HAVE BEEN REMINDED OF THE IMPORTANCE OF A
STABLE, NURTURING AND CHALLENGING TEACHING AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. AS WE DEPART
FROM AN EXTRAORDINARY TIME OF HOME-SCHOOLING AND PREPARE FOR A RETURN TO THE
CLASSROOM, THE IMPORTANT, AND AT TIMES DAUNTING, DECISION OF CHOOSING THE RIGHT
EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENT FOR YOUR CHILD HOLDS EVEN MORE PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE.
With research from Parentkind
revealing that a staggering 77% of
parents are worried that their children
are falling behind academically as a
result of COVID-19 school closures,
and with nuanced concerns
surrounding safety, e-learning and
mental health, the school decision
making process carries extra weight
this year.
Unsurprisingly, the Independent
School’s Association is reporting that
more and more parents are looking
to move their children to the private
education sector, with some schools
seeing a 20-30% increase in demand
from new parents.
Fortunately, with Kent boasting the
third highest amount of children being
privately educated in the country
(source: Knowledge Academy), and
with 92% of primary school and 86%
of secondary schools judged as good or outstanding - exceeding the national
average (source: OfSTED); our beloved county boasts over 700 sought-after
grammar, world-leading independents and top-class further and higher education
institutions, representing some of the best the UK has to offer.
Our league-table topping, internationally-recognised schools have risen above
the recent challenges, are versed in unrivalled virtual teaching and learning, have
prioritised reengagement, and are fully prepared to continue their incredible
educational offerings and co-curricular activities this academic year.
In this special feature, find out more about Kent’s top institutions, book your
open day tours, and make your educated decision to secure your child’s future.
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