UK School Admissions Specialists
Helping international families navigate UK school admissions with confidence
Choosing the right school is the first step. Our consultants help parents understand the options available, identify the right fit for their child, and navigate the application and admissions process, including exam invigilation and a tailored programme of academic preparation.
Our Step-by-Step Process
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1. Book an Initial Consultation
We begin the process with a free 20 minute call which enables us to understand the specific requirements of your family, your objectives, where you are in the journey so far and your key criteria for schools.
The consultation will take place with one of our expert team and will be the starting point for our work with your family.
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2. Academic Assessment
Our industry-leading academic assessments help us understand how your child is currently performing across the full range of disciplines tested during the school entrance process. It provides excellent practice for UKiset, CAT4, ISEB Pretest and 11+ exams and benchmarks your child against their peers in the UK.
Detailed reporting shapes a personalised strategy for school choice and preparation.
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3. Consultation and Pathway Planning
A detailed consultation combines the results of the assessment with information from the initial conversation, enabling us to advise on school choices, create a longlist, and put together a comprehensive pathway plan that covers open days and admissions, as well as academic preparation.
Further consultations can then be arranged for every step of the journey, as you require.
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4. Preparation & Performance
Our tuition programmes are entirely bespoke and tailored towards the levels of your child, schools they are aiming for and the timeframe. They are flexible, adapting to changing needs as the process goes on and supporting your child throughout.
As part of our academic preparation, we also arrange online test practice, mock interviews and mock exams where necessary.
Why Choose British Tutors for UK School Admissions?
UK School Selection for International Families
Choosing a UK school from overseas can be particularly challenging. We help international families understand the landscape and identify schools that genuinely suit their child, rather than simply focusing on the most competitive or prestigious names. We consider academic profile, personality, interests and family priorities, as well as each school’s admissions process, entry point and expectations.
Expert Assessment & Interview Preparation
From 7+ and 8+ to 11+, 13+ and 16+, we understand the different entrance routes and what leading UK independent schools are looking for. We provide targeted preparation for ISEB, UKiset, CAT4, Common Entrance and school-specific assessments, alongside interview coaching and mock interviews.
Integrated Consultancy & Tutoring
Unlike many school admissions consultancies, we can support both the admissions strategy and the academic preparation. Our experienced tutoring team works alongside our consultants to identify gaps, build confidence and prepare each child for the particular assessments they will face.
Long-Term Admissions Planning
The strongest school applications are rarely built at the point of application. We help families plan ahead, identifying the right school, entry point and preparation programme and providing ongoing guidance as the admissions process develops.
ISEB Testing in Hong Kong
British Tutors is an ISEB-accredited testing centre in Hong Kong, offering flexible, supervised ISEB testing for students applying to UK independent schools. Find out more.
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Supporting families since 2008
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Experts in overseas applications
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End-to-end admissions strategy
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Comprehensive academic assessments
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Integrated consultancy & tutoring support
Our UK Schools Experts
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Meet Olivia
Director & UK Boarding Schools Consultant
For over 20 years, Olivia has been working with families transitioning their children into the top UK boarding schools. She is hugely knowledgeable about the schools' landscape and entrance criteria and offers dedicated and impartial advice to parents and students.
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Meet Sabine
London Primary Schools Consultant
Sabine is one of London's leading consultants on nursery school and primary school entrance. Drawing on her teaching background, she has developed close working relationships with the most popular London schools and, as a result, is well-placed to offer informed, impartial and expert guidance.
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Meet Chloe
London Secondary Schools Consultant
Our London-based consultant advises parents on transferring to the best London secondary schools. She will help you find the perfect fit for your child, arming you with the skills and knowledge to secure the right place in this highly competitive school environment.
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Meet Eleanor
Director & Academic Assessor
Eleanor's expertise lies in translating assessment data into precise, actionable insight, identifying exactly where a student stands and what they need to succeed. Switching schools and education systems requires careful preparation, and Eleanor works closely with your tutor to bridge that gap.
“Olivia is currently guiding us through the daunting world of boarding school applications. From exploring options, to finding the right fit, to navigating the enrolment process, Olivia is our shining light. What could have been overwhelming has become a clear & reassuring journey, thanks to her endless patience, kindness, knowledge & support.”
Schools we have prepared students for include:
Benenden School
Charterhouse School
Cheltenham Ladies' College
Downe House School
Eton College
Glendower Prep School
Harrow School
Highgate School
Latymer Upper School
Oundle School
Radley College
Rugby School
Sevenoaks School
St. Mary's School, Ascot
St. Mary's School, Calne
St. Paul's School
Summer Fields School (Prep)
The Dragon School (Prep)
The King's School, Canterbury
Tonbridge School
Uppingham School
Wellington College
Westminster School
Winchester College
Wycombe Abbey School
Frequently Asked Questions
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We ideally recommend beginning the admissions process 12–24 months before your intended start date. Early planning provides the greatest flexibility and allows time to build a strong, well-positioned application. However, we also support families working to shorter timelines.
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It is rarely too early to seek guidance. While earlier planning offers more options, we regularly support families joining later in the process and help maximise opportunities within the time available.
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Admissions to leading Hong Kong international schools are highly competitive, particularly at key entry points. Schools assess not only academic ability, but also communication, reasoning skills, personality, and overall fit with the school community.
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Yes. We guide families through the differences between educational systems, including IB, British and other international pathways, helping identify the best fit for your child’s learning style, strengths and long-term goals.
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Yes. We support families applying to a wide range of Hong Kong international schools, including ESF, British curriculum schools, IB schools and other leading international schools across Hong Kong.
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No. We regularly support international and relocating families moving to Hong Kong, providing remote consultations and strategic guidance throughout the admissions process.
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Schools may use a combination of interviews, school reports, academic assessments and cognitive reasoning tests. Common assessments include CAT4, MAP testing, ISEE and school-specific entrance assessments.
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CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test) is an assessment used by many international schools to evaluate reasoning and thinking skills across verbal, non-verbal, quantitative and spatial areas.
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Not always. Our first step is understanding your child’s current profile, strengths and areas for development. Where beneficial, we may recommend targeted preparation or tuition aligned with your child’s chosen schools and admissions timeline.
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Interview preparation is tailored to the child’s age and target schools. We help children build confidence, improve communication skills, and become comfortable responding thoughtfully in interview settings through structured preparation and mock interviews.
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Our approach combines strategic admissions guidance with access to an in-house tutoring team, allowing us to provide fully integrated support throughout the admissions journey. We focus on identifying the right fit for each child and supporting families through every stage of the process.
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We maintain a strong understanding of school expectations and the evolving admissions landscape in Hong Kong. However, we remain fully independent and do not receive commissions from schools. Our advice is always focused on what is best for the child and family.