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Top independent schools 2007
Inside this issue
• International Baccalaureate qualification is benefiting from lingering concerns over A-levels
• The exam system north of the border remains firmly independent and is highly thought of
• Schools are looking at other selection techniques to assess candidates - -
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Small fluctuations impact rankings
Simon Briscoe and Liz Lightfoot look at the winners and the losers in this year’s FT independent schools’ ranking
Academic rigour is the key
The usual suspects dominate the competition for Oxbridge places. But IB schools are gaining favour, says Jon Boone
To IB or not to IB?
The International Baccalaureate is making steady progress against Alevel, writes Huw Richards
Highers defy dumbing-down
The Scottish exam system is admirably flexible, writes Jon Boone
Value-added selection wins out
Schools are looking at alternatives to Common Entrance, says Huw Richards
Manchester girls lead the way
Excellent results need not cost the earth, writes Liz Lightfoot
