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Practical advice on bilingual education in London

How to Choose a Bilingual Nursery in London: A Parent's Guide

What to look for when choosing a bilingual nursery in London — language models, Ofsted ratings, practitioners, funded hours, and the right questions to ask on a visit.

7 min read

Does Bilingual Early Education Delay Speech? What the Research Says

A factual look at the science behind bilingual language development in young children, addressing common concerns about speech delay and language mixing.

6 min read

EYFS in a Bilingual Nursery — What to Expect

An explanation of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, how bilingual nurseries deliver it, and what it means for Ofsted inspections and your child's development.

6 min read

Funding a Bilingual Nursery Place in London: What Help Is Available

A practical guide to funded hours, Tax-Free Childcare, eligibility rules, and how to make the most of government support when paying for a bilingual nursery in London.

6 min read

How to Apply to Bilingual Primary Schools in London

A guide to bilingual and immersion primary school options in London, the state admissions process, the Lycée, Saturday schools, and how to plan the pathway from nursery.

8 min read

Best Areas in London for Bilingual Nurseries

A neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood guide to where bilingual nurseries are concentrated in London — covering French, Mandarin, Spanish, German, Italian, and Russian options by area.

7 min read

My Child Is Mixing Languages — Should I Be Worried?

A factual guide to language mixing in bilingual children — what code-switching is, why it happens, and what the research says about whether parents need to be concerned.

6 min read

One Parent, One Language: Does It Actually Work?

A practical guide to the one parent, one language (OPOL) approach — what it is, what the research says, and how families in London are making it work alongside nursery provision.

6 min read