Between ages 13-16, academic demands intensify, and expectations become more exacting. Families may be considering sixth form entry, competitive senior school transfers, scholarship pathways or international transitions. At this stage, clarity of direction and strategic positioning are essential. Bonas MacFarlane provides discrete, experienced advisory to ensure each placement decision aligns with a pupil’s strengths, ambitions and long-term academic trajectory.
Selective sixth forms and senior schools assess academic performance alongside maturity, leadership and clarity of purpose. We guide families through informed decision-making, and help to ensure applications are competitive, well-timed and thoughtfully aligned.
Advisory on school shortlisting, subject selection and competitive positioning for leading sixth forms in the UK and internationally.
Strategic guidance for academic and specialist scholarships, aligning preparation with each institution’s criteria and culture.
Refined preparation for pupil and family interviews, developing clarity, confidence and presence in high-stakes settings.
Guidance for families transitioning between systems or relocating globally, ensuring informed, seamless senior school placement decisions.
Families come to us for reassurance and guidance as much as expertise. By building long-term relationships based on trust, discretion, and thoughtful support, we support parents and children through some of the most important early decisions they will make.
Darren has been the best art mentor we’ve had the fortune of working with, providing invaluable guidance and support that helped my son complete his portfolio on time in his final year of senior school. His mentorship truly brought out the best in him, and the outstanding feedback the work has received wherever it has been submitted speaks for itself.
I want to extend my deepest thanks to mentor Darren Marshall. His professional mentoring and support over the past year have meant a great deal to me. I truly cannot imagine how I would have connected with the RCA—or completed my studies so smoothly—without his efficient and high-quality mentoring. Thanks to Darren‘s support, I’ve made significant progress, even breakthroughs, in my artistic journey. It has been a real pleasure working with him.
It has been a wonderful and fruitful experience working with BM Tutors. We were very happy with their professional service and supportive approach, and ultimately we are grateful for the fine results they have helped us achieve.
Insights into the issues families regularly encounter when planning ahead. Should you require further clarity or personalised support, our team are always happy to advise.
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Reflections, insights and updates from Bonas MacFarlane, shaped by the questions families are asking and the decisions they are facing.
