Making the most of an open day

Homesickness, little contact with family, and uber-strict regimes are just some of the outdated misconceptions about boarding schools. So what is the reality in 2025?

In a few weeks most kids will be going back to school, or even starting at a new one. It can be an exciting time, but also an anxious one, so how can we help, asks Lisa Salmon

While attendance at most churches has been in decline for many decades, a recent trend reversing this trajectory is emerging – that of attending evensong. Evensong (‘choral vespers’ if associated with

WE ALL KNOW FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, SO HOW BEST TO PRESENT THE FRONT OF OUR HOMES? WE ASKED A PAINT EXPERT, AN ESTATE AGENT AND A HOME STAGER

GET THE HOUSE (AND KIDS) READY FOR THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL SEASON WITH THESE SIX STRATEGIES TO MAKE YOUR MONDAY TO FRIDAY MORE MANAGEABLE

Young parents are leaving the city earlier than in previous years, according to new research. Annabel Dixon finds out what they’re looking for