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Webinars & Events Application • A-Levels and IB • Visa • University application • Starting school in the UK

In our webinar series, we guide interested families through every stage – from the first questions about whether a British boarding school might be the right choice, to preparing for school visits in England, and understanding the qualifications available at British schools. We explain the structure and distinctive features of the academic programmes and which qualifications are best suited to different goals. With the help of engaging guest speakers, we also offer guidance for planning the next steps after graduation.



Webinar: „How to Apply for a Child Student Visa", 25.3 2026

Topic: „How to Apply for a Child Student Visa"
Date: March 25 at 6:00 PM
Content: In this webinar, we explain step by step how to apply for a Child Student Visa, which documents you need, and what you should pay special attention to.
Interesting for: Families whose child is planning a stay of more than 1.5 terms.
Guest speaker:

Michelle Holmes, Managing Director, Holmes & Partner

Moderation: Theresa Glasmacher & Victoria Muntendorf
  Please registere here for the webinar

Webinar: After Graduation - Future Skills and Shaping your Youth Path, 11 Feb. 2026

Content: In this second part of our orientation series, we spoke with our guests Ragnhild Struss, Struss & Claussen, and Professor Dr. Isabell Welpe, TU Munich, to look ahead together: Which skills will be crucial for studies, career, and personal development? How can I find and actively shape my path? A webinar about future competencies, self-reflection, and the question: What do I really need to follow my own path?
Recording:  Webinar recording will available shortly

 

Watch on demand Further recordings from past webinars

 

    • International Baccalaureate (IB)
      • Webinar 1: Why is it the gold standard for high school diplomas worldwide? A discussion with Simone Lorenz-Weir, IB expert and IB German teacher at Oakham School. Link to the recording (in German).
      • Webinar 2: What do I need to consider in my IB subject choice if I want to study in Germany with the IB DP? Theresa Glasmacher and Victoria Muntendorf explain what to look out for. Link to the recording. (in German)
    • A-Levels
      • Webinar 1: What are the advantages of doing A-Levels? A discussion with Simon Dorman, Headmaster of Haberdashers' Monmouth School. Link to the recording (in German).
      • Webinar 2: What A-Level subjects do I need to take if I want to study at a German public university? Theresa Glasmacher and Tanja Berlesmann provide guidance on the German recognition of A-Levels. Link to the recording (in German). 
    • GCSEs
      • What do I need to look out for when choosing my GCSE subjects? Theresa Glasmacher and Tanja Berelsmann explain what to consider here in order to get the GCSEs recognised in Germany. Link to the recording (in German). 

    Webinars on Visa, European Universities, Preparing for boarding school life

    • Applying for a Child Student Visa
      In this webinar with Michelle Holmes, we walked you through the online application process for the British Child Student Visa step by step and explained what you need to bear in mind to ensure you receive your visa in good time. Click here for the webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).

    • Applying to the Top European Universities
      In this webinar, David Hawkins from The University Guys provided valuable tips and assistance on how to make your child's application to top universities in Europe, such as Bocconi, IE University, Maastricht University and the University of St. Gallen, as effective as possible. Click here for the webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).

    • How can I prepare for my start at boarding school in September?
      In this webinar, we discussed practical tips for preparing for the start of school in September and for the first days at boarding school with Sarah Checketts from Pippa's Guardians. Click heer for the 
      webinar recording (the webinar was held in English).

  •  Webinars on what comes after graduation

    • After Graduation – Future Skills & Self-Determination
      Which skills will be crucial for university, careers, and personal development? How can I find my path and actively shape my future? We spoke with Ragnhild Struss (Struss & Claussen) and Professor Dr. Isabell Welpe from Technical University of Munich to look ahead together: a webinar on future competencies and self-reflection, and what AI could mean for the world of work. Webinar recording.

    • After graduation – University & Gap Year: How can you decide whether taking a gap year makes sense or applying to university right after school is the better path? Which deadlines do you need to keep in mind for both options? Our experts in gap year planning and university advising share their insights in this webinar recording.