A place where parents can gather knowledge and ask for personalised advice on preparing and supporting their children throughout their educational journey.
A personalised educational consultancy, offering guidance to parents looking for individual advice, tailored to their specific needs.
Find out moreSee our Assessment preparation material to give your little ones a head start.
Find out moreThe 7+ assessment is a competitive selection exam used by a number of top schools in London for entry into Year 3.
Find out moreWe are now accredited to run several assessments for children both to measure progress and exam readiness
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This is a service offered for schools across the country and covers all independent and state schools including boarding schools, IB schools and other International Schools for clients relocating to the UK
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by Mums In The Wood · Published January 22, 2026 · Last modified January 29, 2026
Please see below the dates for online revision workshops for GCSE students. The workshops will be held on line by teachers who have an excellent record with helping GCSE students achieve grades...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published November 24, 2025 · Last modified December 9, 2025
Introduction Mumsinthewood had the privilege of sitting down with Ms Emma Duong – Saka, the new Principal of Highgate Pre-Prep on the 29th September 2025. Calm, collected and very approachable, the first...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published September 27, 2025 · Last modified October 5, 2025
Our 7+ Mock Exams are now live. These exams help prepare your child in exam conditions, to build confidence and resilience as they sit their exams. The exams are administered under strict...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published September 27, 2025 · Last modified October 5, 2025
It is a fact that when children feel secure and capable, they are more likely to show their true potential during assessments. This not only reduces anxiety but also nurtures resilience —...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published July 22, 2025 · Last modified December 30, 2025
As in previous years, Mums In the Wood will be running the group mock assessment workshops for 2025 at a private residence for children going in for their 3+ 4+ and 5+ assessments over...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published July 12, 2025 · Last modified July 22, 2025
Given how well our individual and group preparation classes have progressed this year, we have decided to offer children further opportunities to meet, work and play with different adults and children and...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published July 11, 2025 · Last modified July 22, 2025
We are pleased to announce that we will be running webinar workshops for parents in the evenings over July and August on how to help their children consolidate their learning in preparation...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published July 1, 2025 · Last modified November 24, 2025
It was with the greatest pleasure that I retraced my steps to Highgate Junior School on the 18th of June 2025 to meet the dignified, yet warm and very able, Ms Phlippa...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published June 10, 2025 · Last modified June 24, 2025
At Mumsinthewood, we understand how important the 7+ entrance exam is for families aiming for selective independent schools. We also know how much pressure and anxiety the 7+ journey can put...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published April 9, 2025 · Last modified June 10, 2025
From the moment they’re born, children are soaking up the world around them—and play is their most powerful tool for learning. Between birth and age five, a child’s brain is buzzing with...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published January 3, 2024
Introduction: It was a great pleasure to meet Mrs Sophie Banks who was appointed as the new Headmistress in 2022. She did the tour herself and whilst strolling around with her, I...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published September 21, 2023
Introduction It was with the greatest pleasure that we interviewed Ms Sally Hancock, principle of Highgate Pre-Prep School on the 15th Of May 2023. Her warm, kind and gentle personality when you...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published September 21, 2023 · Last modified February 6, 2024
Introduction It was a great pleasure to meet Eleanor Dixon who once upon a time attended the Falkner House Girls’ School as a pupil, along with her three sisters. Her youngest...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published May 18, 2023
INTRODUCTION: It was a great pleasure to meet with Clare Wagner whose bright smile was warm and welcoming as she showed us around what is one of the most popular state schools...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published December 5, 2022
INTRODUCTION: Mums in the Wood had the lovely opportunity to sit with Mr Joe Silvester-the new head of Wetherby Senior school-in his airy office on 9...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published November 27, 2022
INTRODUCTION: It was a great pleasure to meet the fascinating Mrs Michel Capobianco for an enlightening talk on the 28 June 2022. The Maria Montessori Institute is located in the middle of...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published November 3, 2022 · Last modified November 7, 2022
Introduction Mums in the Wood got to sit down with Mr. Bird, the clever, thoughtful and popular Head of City of London School, on the 13th of June 2022. As Head of...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published October 8, 2022
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by Mums In The Wood · Published October 7, 2022 · Last modified October 10, 2022
INTRODUCTION: From the outside, Channing School feels like a proper British school for girls. Nestled just off the road, it’s conveniently opposite to the Channing Junior School. Its grand exterior is...
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by Mums In The Wood · Published August 2, 2022 · Last modified October 9, 2022
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