Between 8 and 13, school decisions become more strategic. Families are navigating 11+, 13+, Common Entrance and scholarship pathways, alongside boarding considerations and long-term senior school fit. Bonas MacFarlane provides experienced, discrete advisory to ensure each placement decision is well judged, appropriately timed and aligned with a pupil’s strengths and future trajectory.
Selective senior school entry requires more than academic attainment. Schools assess reasoning, character, interview performance and extra curricular success. We guide families through school shortlisting, entry-point decisions and preparation strategy, ensuring pupils are positioned confidently and competitively.
Advice on school shortlisting, entry points and competitive positioning for 11+, 13+ and Common Entrance pathways.
Strategic guidance for academic and specialist scholarships, ensuring preparation aligns with each school’s expectations.
Thoughtful preparation for pupil and family interviews, developing confidence, clarity and composure in high-stakes settings.es, expectations and settings, supporting smooth transitions into pre-prep and early prep schools.
Support for families considering boarding, including readiness, independence and transition planning.
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.
