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Emily Hargest
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26th November 2025

UK Childcare Market Trends 2026: What Every Nursery Owner Should Know

2026 childcare market trends to follow The UK childcare sector is entering one of the most transformative periods in its history. With government funding changes, shifting parent expectations, and new...

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Paul Hargest
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14th November 2025

How to Use Data in School Planning

This article is part of our series on understanding today’s independent school parents. Download our companion personas — The Hamiltons, The Parkers, The Desais and The Bakers — for a...

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Duncan Murphy
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30th September 2025

Catchment and Socio-Economic Data: Driving Mergers and Acquisitions in the UK Independent Schools Sector

Introduction The UK independent schools sector has long been recognised for excellence and bespoke education. Yet rising costs, demographic shifts, and intensified competition are reshaping the landscape. Increasingly, mergers and...