'Tis the Season....for Mock Exams
'Tis the Season....for Mock Exams
For some students, the festive season is also mock exam season.
But what are mocks for?
Experience
Although mocks don’t carry the same weight as official exams, their value lies in the experience they provide in preparing students for real assessments. By simulating real test conditions, mock exams help students to understand the structure, timing, and pressure of an actual exam environment, which allows students to gauge how well they manage time, stress, and question formats before it truly counts.
Experience
Although mocks don’t carry the same weight as official exams, their value lies in the experience they provide in preparing students for real assessments. By simulating real test conditions, mock exams help students to understand the structure, timing, and pressure of an actual exam environment, which allows students to gauge how well they manage time, stress, and question formats before it truly counts.
Study focus
Beyond practice, mock exams are useful in revealing strengths and weaknesses that might otherwise go unnoticed, giving students and teachers a clear picture of where any improvements might be needed. This can lead to more efficient study plans, helping learners focus on specific skills or topics that require extra attention.
Study focus
Beyond practice, mock exams are useful in revealing strengths and weaknesses that might otherwise go unnoticed, giving students and teachers a clear picture of where any improvements might be needed. This can lead to more efficient study plans, helping learners focus on specific skills or topics that require extra attention.
Confidence
Mock examinations are also valuable in building confidence. When students become familiar with the exam process and can see their progress, they often feel more prepared and less anxious on the actual exam day. In this way, mock exams can really help to improve academic performance.
Confidence
Mock examinations are also valuable in building confidence. When students become familiar with the exam process and can see their progress, they often feel more prepared and less anxious on the actual exam day. In this way, mock exams can really help to improve academic performance.
In short, mock examinations are essential because they provide practice, highlight areas for growth, and boost confidence – ultimately making students more equipped to succeed in their final assessments.
培宝监护 2026 年期中假期营将设址 牛津圣爱德华学校
培宝监护 2026 年期中假期营将设址 牛津圣爱德华学校
培宝监护欣然宣布，培宝假期营将于 2026 年二月和五月再次启动，并设址于享有盛誉的牛津圣爱德华学校。这些营会专为 10 至 18 岁的国际学生设计，在一个安全、充满关怀的英式寄宿环境中，为学生提供了学术专注、创意发展与探索发现的独特结合。
培宝假期营现已迈入第八个年头，通过四大定制项目——学术学习与 GCSE 复习、统一入学考试（CE）备战、假期体验和工作实习，旨在让学生充分利用学校假期。每个营会都融合了专业导师的辅导、结构化的学习时段和丰富的课外活动，帮助学生在返校时精神饱满、信心倍增，并以饱满的学习动力投入新学期。
精彩亮点包括：
- 专业导师辅导，助力 GCSE/统一入学考试（Common Entrance）备考
- 真实的职场实习经验和大学申请指导工作坊
- 丰富多元的创意、体育和社交活动
- 游览牛津大学和牛津本地知名景点
- 高品质全膳宿单人套间住宿，并提供 24/7 全天候全面舍监关怀
精彩亮点包括：
- 专业导师辅导，助力 GCSE/统一入学考试（Common Entrance）备考
- 真实的职场实习经验和大学申请指导工作坊
- 丰富多元的创意、体育和社交活动
- 游览牛津大学和牛津本地知名景点
- 高品质全膳宿单人套间住宿，并提供 24/7 全天候全面舍监关怀
“我们的营会旨在平衡学习、康乐福祉和趣味活动，让每位学生都有机会在自信心、独立性和学业成功上获得成长，”营地总监 Jodie Godliman 表示。
如需了解更多信息，请联系：
Jodie Godliman
营地总监
“我们的营会旨在平衡学习、康乐福祉和趣味活动，让每位学生都有机会在自信心、独立性和学业成功上获得成长，”营地总监 Jodie Godliman 表示。
如需了解更多信息，请联系：
Jodie Godliman
营地总监
Pippa's Camps 2026 - Bookings now open!
Pippa’s Guardians Announces 2026 Half Term Camps at St Edward’s School, Oxford
Pippa’s Guardians is delighted to announce the return of Pippa’s Camps for February and May 2026, hosted at the prestigious St Edward’s School in Oxford. Designed for international students aged 10–18, the camps offer a unique blend of academic focus, creativity, and adventure within a safe and nurturing British boarding environment.
Now in their eighth year, Pippa’s Camps give students the opportunity to make the most of their school breaks through four tailored programmes – Study & GCSE Revision, Common Entrance Preparation, Holiday, and Work Experience. Each camp combines expert-led tuition, structured study time, and enriching extracurricular activities, helping students return to school refreshed, confident, and motivated.
Now in their eighth year, Pippa’s Camps give students the opportunity to make the most of their school breaks through four tailored programmes – Study & GCSE Revision, Common Entrance Preparation, Holiday, and Work Experience. Each camp combines expert-led tuition, structured study time, and enriching extracurricular activities, helping students return to school refreshed, confident, and motivated.
Highlights include:
- Expert tutoring and GCSE/Common Entrance exam preparation
- Real-world work experience and university application workshops
- Creative, sporting, and social activities
- Excursions to Oxford University and local attractions
- Full board ensuite accommodation and 24/7 pastoral care
Highlights include:
- Expert tutoring and GCSE/Common Entrance exam preparation
- Real-world work experience and university application workshops
- Creative, sporting, and social activities
- Excursions to Oxford University and local attractions
- Full board ensuite accommodation and 24/7 pastoral care
“Our camps are designed to balance study, wellbeing, and fun, giving every student the chance to grow in confidence, independence, and academic success,” said Jodie Godliman, Camp Director.
Bookings are now open via the online form:
For more information please contact:
Jodie Godliman, Camp Director
jodie@pippasguardians.co.uk
“Our camps are designed to balance study, wellbeing, and fun, giving every student the chance to grow in confidence, independence, and academic success,” said Jodie Godliman, Camp Director.
Bookings are now open via the online form:
For more information please contact:
Jodie Godliman, Camp Director
jodie@pippasguardians.co.uk
Meet and Greets
Meet and Greets
Our Area Managers love the start of a new school year – they get to meet their new students, introduce them to their new host family, and help them get settled at school.
Anne-Marie, Area Manager for West Sussex, greeted her new Tazaki students at the airport and took them to meet their respective host families. She then made sure they were happily settled in at Christ’s Hospital School, ready for the beginning of term. Here are Rika, Aya and Taiga looking fantastic in their new school unforms.
Anne-Marie, Area Manager for West Sussex, greeted her new Tazaki students at the airport and took them to meet their respective host families. She then made sure they were happily settled in at Christ’s Hospital School, ready for the beginning of term. Here are Rika, Aya and Taiga looking fantastic in their new school unforms.
Area Managers for Shropshire and North Wales, Gilly and Courtenay, recently joined the families of two new Shrewsbury School students, Nemo and Yuzu. The boys will both be staying with the same host family, the Alkureishi family, and so it was one big meet-and-greet getting everyone together!
Area Managers for Shropshire and North Wales, Gilly and Courtenay, recently joined the families of two new Shrewsbury School students, Nemo and Yuzu. The boys will both be staying with the same host family, the Alkureishi family, and so it was one big meet-and-greet getting everyone together!
Area Manager for Somerset, Touche, enjoyed a lovely meet-and-greet with one of her most wonderful host families, the Wills, and the German family of new student, Carolyn. Carolyn’s family also brought their golden retriever all the way from Frankfurt, to meet the Wills and their own pooch! The two dogs got on famously, as did the families. Carolyn has now joined Wells Cathedral School, and as she sings and plays piano, she has been paired up with the perfect host family who are also very musical and can accompany her on the piano whenever she needs to practice!
Area Manager for Somerset, Touche, enjoyed a lovely meet-and-greet with one of her most wonderful host families, the Wills, and the German family of new student, Carolyn. Carolyn’s family also brought their golden retriever all the way from Frankfurt, to meet the Wills and their own pooch! The two dogs got on famously, as did the families. Carolyn has now joined Wells Cathedral School, and as she sings and plays piano, she has been paired up with the perfect host family who are also very musical and can accompany her on the piano whenever she needs to practice!
Kent Area Manager, Sian, introduced Benenden student Sophia to new host family, the Abbotts, who are mid-way through a kitchen renovation! Luckily, it didn’t prevent them from having a lovely first meeting. The Abbotts are new to hosting, but we know they will be brilliant!
Kent Area Manager, Sian, introduced Benenden student Sophia to new host family, the Abbotts, who are mid-way through a kitchen renovation! Luckily, it didn’t prevent them from having a lovely first meeting. The Abbotts are new to hosting, but we know they will be brilliant!
Thai student TK came all the way from Thailand on his own to start at Shrewsbury School. His Area Manager, Gilly, was on hand to meet him and introduce him to his new host family, who he stayed with for a week before the start of term. They helped him to get the correct uniform, and showed him around the local area.
Thai student TK came all the way from Thailand on his own to start at Shrewsbury School. His Area Manager, Gilly, was on hand to meet him and introduce him to his new host family, who he stayed with for a week before the start of term. They helped him to get the correct uniform, and showed him around the local area.
Area Manager for Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire, Debbie, met up with new student Fabian and his family, who were staying at the West Lodge Park Hotel while they settled Fabian into school. Fabian is excited to be joining Haileybury in Year 9, and we wish him luck.
Area Manager for Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire, Debbie, met up with new student Fabian and his family, who were staying at the West Lodge Park Hotel while they settled Fabian into school. Fabian is excited to be joining Haileybury in Year 9, and we wish him luck.
Area Manager for East Sussex, Elaine, enjoyed a recent meet-and-greet with Brighton College starter Jonathan, and his lovely parents. Jonathan is happy to be in Brighton but will miss his old school, The Leys, and his previous Area Manager, Debbie. But he is excited for this new chapter in sixth form after his recent success in his GCSEs.
Area Manager for East Sussex, Elaine, enjoyed a recent meet-and-greet with Brighton College starter Jonathan, and his lovely parents. Jonathan is happy to be in Brighton but will miss his old school, The Leys, and his previous Area Manager, Debbie. But he is excited for this new chapter in sixth form after his recent success in his GCSEs.
Surrey Area Manager, Belinda, was happy to meet an excited Kamil, who has just started in Year 9 at Epsom College. Kamil’s older sister is already studying at Epsom, so we feel sure he will settle in quickly.
Surrey Area Manager, Belinda, was happy to meet an excited Kamil, who has just started in Year 9 at Epsom College. Kamil’s older sister is already studying at Epsom, so we feel sure he will settle in quickly.
It was such a pleasure for Area Manager Elaine to meet student Tommy, who has joined Year 10 at Brighton College this September. Travelling unaccompanied by his parents, and visiting the school for the first time, Tommy handled everything with maturity and calmness. He’s a lovely, polite young man, and Elaine is happy to be supporting him. His new host family, the Sutherlands picked him up from the airport and welcomed him into their home, before Elaine transported him to college for his welcome and introduction, and to help him unpack and settle in.
It was such a pleasure for Area Manager Elaine to meet student Tommy, who has joined Year 10 at Brighton College this September. Travelling unaccompanied by his parents, and visiting the school for the first time, Tommy handled everything with maturity and calmness. He’s a lovely, polite young man, and Elaine is happy to be supporting him. His new host family, the Sutherlands picked him up from the airport and welcomed him into their home, before Elaine transported him to college for his welcome and introduction, and to help him unpack and settle in.
New Taunton School student Alice, met with her Area Manager, Gemma, as she arrived at school to start the new year. Alice starts in Year 10 and so is starting her GCSEs. Good luck Alice!
New Taunton School student Alice, met with her Area Manager, Gemma, as she arrived at school to start the new year. Alice starts in Year 10 and so is starting her GCSEs. Good luck Alice!
Rutland Area Manager Debs’ final meet-and-greet of the term was taking Uppingham student, Ines, to meet her welcoming new hosts, the Bowman family, who live not far from the school. Ines, Debs and host Ginny make a lovely trio of Uppingham students, past and present!!
Rutland Area Manager Debs’ final meet-and-greet of the term was taking Uppingham student, Ines, to meet her welcoming new hosts, the Bowman family, who live not far from the school. Ines, Debs and host Ginny make a lovely trio of Uppingham students, past and present!!
Elaine recently met with student Yvonne, her parents and her sister, Joyce. Yvonne has moved from Queen Margaret’s in York all the way down the country to start Year 12 at Eastbourne College. Elaine met with the family in Eastbourne and they had tea and a chat overlooking the sea.
Elaine recently met with student Yvonne, her parents and her sister, Joyce. Yvonne has moved from Queen Margaret’s in York all the way down the country to start Year 12 at Eastbourne College. Elaine met with the family in Eastbourne and they had tea and a chat overlooking the sea.
2025 年度培宝公司年会亮点
2025 年度培宝公司年会亮点
每年，我们都会暂别居家办公与 Teams 线上会议，以面对面交流、乡间景致与真实的人际联结取而代之。5 月 7 日至 8 日，全体团队齐聚风景秀丽的特克斯伯里公园酒店，举行为期两天的年度公司年会 —— 那无疑是精彩纷呈的两天。我们在会议中重叙情谊、反思沉淀、学习成长，并共同展望未来。
年会首日
同事们互致问候，其中部分同事是首次线下见面。随后，公司总经理Ben Hughes以公司近况回顾与未来规划分享，正式拉开活动序幕。回顾发展历程、展望前行方向的时刻，令人倍感振奋。
午后享用美味午餐并拍摄新团队合影后，Jonathan Hill带来英国签证与移民局（UKVI）政策及签证流程专题分享；随后中国联络官Becky Finney主持的「中国文化」互动问答环节气氛热烈，引发深度讨论与全新思考。年会的首日以香槟招待会与晚宴收尾。在轻松的社交氛围中，大家畅快交流，为充实的一天画上圆满句号。
午后享用美味午餐并拍摄新团队合影后，Jonathan Hill带来英国签证与移民局（UKVI）政策及签证流程专题分享；随后中国联络官Becky Finney主持的「中国文化」互动问答环节气氛热烈，引发深度讨论与全新思考。年会的首日以香槟招待会与晚宴收尾。在轻松的社交氛围中，大家畅快交流，为充实的一天画上圆满句号。
年会次日
次日，我们分组参与了四个实操工作坊的轮换学习，聚焦业务发展核心议题：涵盖监护服务随学生成长的进阶路径、与合作学校的高效对接策略，以及人工智能赋能智慧办公的实践方向。
年会次日
次日，我们分组参与了四个实操工作坊的轮换学习，聚焦业务发展核心议题：涵盖监护服务随学生成长的进阶路径、与合作学校的高效对接策略，以及人工智能赋能智慧办公的实践方向。
Ben以真挚的总结致辞为会议画上句点，随后开启最具英伦特色的告别仪式 —— 茶点与蛋糕时光，大家在返程前共度温馨的收尾时刻。
一如既往，本次会议的独特魅力源于强烈的团队归属感。无论是咖啡间隙的故事分享、工作坊中的头脑风暴，还是晚宴上的欢声笑语，都让我们深切体会到共同使命所凝聚的力量。
Ben以真挚的总结致辞为会议画上句点，随后开启最具英伦特色的告别仪式 —— 茶点与蛋糕时光，大家在返程前共度温馨的收尾时刻。
一如既往，本次会议的独特魅力源于强烈的团队归属感。无论是咖啡间隙的故事分享、工作坊中的头脑风暴，还是晚宴上的欢声笑语，都让我们深切体会到共同使命所凝聚的力量。
期中假期乐事
期中假期乐事
五月期中假期对许多学生而言常是复习攻坚期 —— 无论是为期末考试冲刺，还是备战 GCSE、A-level 等重要考试。但令人欣慰的是，尽管学业繁重，不少学生仍在课余走出校园，通过丰富的外出活动拥抱难得的假期时光。
我们的许多区域经理同时肩负着寄宿家庭的角色。约克郡区域经理Belinda在期中假期期间，热情接待了来自玛格丽特女王学校的学生Yvonne。尽管正值 GCSE 考试的关键时期，Yvonne需要完成大量复习，但她还是抽出时间体验了英式早餐的经典 —— 首次尝试英国薄煎饼，吃完后忍不住连连点赞！
Yvonne 还收获了一份特别惊喜 —— 为庆祝 5 月 31 日中国传统端午节，Belinda带她外出享用泰式美食，并在家中品尝了端午传统粽子。这些用竹叶包裹的糯米团子内馅丰富，此次她们品尝的是经典糯米猪肉粽。传统习俗中，人们会将粽子投入江河纪念诗人屈原，但Yvonne和Belinda却选择把这份美味留在了餐桌！
Yvonne 还收获了一份特别惊喜 —— 为庆祝 5 月 31 日中国传统端午节，Belinda带她外出享用泰式美食，并在家中品尝了端午传统粽子。这些用竹叶包裹的糯米团子内馅丰富，此次她们品尝的是经典糯米猪肉粽。传统习俗中，人们会将粽子投入江河纪念诗人屈原，但Yvonne和Belinda却选择把这份美味留在了餐桌！
帕德沃思学校的 Kiki 在期中假期迎来了生日。彼时她正与海丁顿学校的学生 Aimee 一同寄宿在当地家庭，众人不仅共享生日蛋糕，两位姑娘还为寄宿家庭烹制了一顿地道的中式晚餐。而整周的高光时刻，无疑是她们前往室内滑雪中心体验滑雪课程的特别之旅。
帕德沃思学校的 Kiki 在期中假期迎来了生日。彼时她正与海丁顿学校的学生 Aimee 一同寄宿在当地家庭，众人不仅共享生日蛋糕，两位姑娘还为寄宿家庭烹制了一顿地道的中式晚餐。而整周的高光时刻，无疑是她们前往室内滑雪中心体验滑雪课程的特别之旅。
奥多中学的 Veronica 和阿宾汉姆学校的 Tiffany 十分幸运，期中假期期间寄宿在区域经理 Debs 家中。Debs 带她们到诺福克的住所小住几日，让姑娘们暂别考试压力，体验地道的英国海滨假期。而众所周知，英伦海滨度假的必备项目非「捕蟹」莫属！
奥多中学的 Veronica 和阿宾汉姆学校的 Tiffany 十分幸运，期中假期期间寄宿在区域经理 Debs 家中。Debs 带她们到诺福克的住所小住几日，让姑娘们暂别考试压力，体验地道的英国海滨假期。而众所周知，英伦海滨度假的必备项目非「捕蟹」莫属！
负责什罗普郡的区域经理 Gilly 在期中假期期间，与她的两名学生及其母亲 Jing 相聚。Jing 专程从国内来到英国，为正在舒兹伯里学校备考 GCSE 的女儿 Joanna 加油打气。区域经理们总是珍惜每一次与学生家庭见面的机会，于是一行人在舒兹伯里的一家日式餐厅共度了温馨的晚餐时光。
负责什罗普郡的区域经理 Gilly 在期中假期期间，与她的两名学生及其母亲 Jing 相聚。Jing 专程从国内来到英国，为正在舒兹伯里学校备考 GCSE 的女儿 Joanna 加油打气。区域经理们总是珍惜每一次与学生家庭见面的机会，于是一行人在舒兹伯里的一家日式餐厅共度了温馨的晚餐时光。
寄宿家庭的温暖往往不止于接待学生！期中假期期间，接待基督公学学生 Marcus 的 Riley 一家，热情邀请了马库斯的区域经理 Sarah 来家里做客。同样担任寄宿家庭的 Sarah，带着本周暂住她家的另一位基督公学学生 Sora 一同前往 Riley 家，还约来了 Sora 的区域经理 ——Sarah 的同事 Anne-Marie！众人围坐在餐桌旁，伴着茶点蛋糕畅快交流，度过了温馨的相聚时光。
寄宿家庭的温暖往往不止于接待学生！期中假期期间，接待基督公学学生 Marcus 的 Riley 一家，热情邀请了马库斯的区域经理 Sarah 来家里做客。同样担任寄宿家庭的 Sarah，带着本周暂住她家的另一位基督公学学生 Sora 一同前往 Riley 家，还约来了 Sora 的区域经理 ——Sarah 的同事 Anne-Marie！众人围坐在餐桌旁，伴着茶点蛋糕畅快交流，度过了温馨的相聚时光。
Half term fun
Half Term Fun
May half term tends to be revision-heavy for a lot students, whether it’s for end of year tests, or more significant exams like GCSEs or A-levels. But we were pleased to hear that despite their academic commitments, many students were able to enjoy the break from school with some fun outings and activities.
Many of our Area Managers also act as host families, and Area Manager for Yorkshire, Belinda, was hosting student Yvonne during her recent half term break from Queen Margaret’s School. Despite being in the middle of her GCSE exams, and having lost of revision to do, Yvonne did take some time out to try her first British pancake for breakfast. It was a definite thumbs-up!
Many of our Area Managers also act as host families, and Area Manager for Yorkshire, Belinda, was hosting student Yvonne during her recent half term break from Queen Margaret’s School. Despite being in the middle of her GCSE exams, and having lost of revision to do, Yvonne did take some time out to try her first British pancake for breakfast. It was a definite thumbs-up!
Yvonne was also treated to a Thai meal out to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday that fell on May 31st this year. At home they also ate the traditional Dragon Boat Festival food: zongzi. Zongzi are sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves, which can have many different fillings, but these consisted of sticky rice and pork. Tradition says you throw the dumplings into the river to commemorate the poet Qu Yuan, but Yvonne and Belinda ate theirs instead!
Yvonne was also treated to a Thai meal out to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday that fell on May 31st this year. At home they also ate the traditional Dragon Boat Festival food: zongzi. Zongzi are sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves, which can have many different fillings, but these consisted of sticky rice and pork. Tradition says you throw the dumplings into the river to commemorate the poet Qu Yuan, but Yvonne and Belinda ate theirs instead!
Kiki, from Padworth School, celebrated her birthday over the half term week. She was staying with her host family at the time, with another student, Aimee, from Headington School. They all enjoyed some birthday cake together and the girls made their host family a lovely Chinese meal. The highlight of their week was a trip to an indoor ski centre for a skiing lesson.
Kiki, from Padworth School, celebrated her birthday over the half term week. She was staying with her host family at the time, with another student, Aimee, from Headington School. They all enjoyed some birthday cake together and the girls made their host family a lovely Chinese meal. The highlight of their week was a trip to an indoor ski centre for a skiing lesson.
Veronica from Oundle School and Tiffany from Uppingham School were lucky enough to be staying with Area Manager Debs over half term. Debs took the girls to their house in Norfolk for a few days so that they could get a bit of a break from exams and experience a typical British seaside holiday. And we all know that an essential part of a British seaside holiday is definitely crabbing!
Veronica from Oundle School and Tiffany from Uppingham School were lucky enough to be staying with Area Manager Debs over half term. Debs took the girls to their house in Norfolk for a few days so that they could get a bit of a break from exams and experience a typical British seaside holiday. And we all know that an essential part of a British seaside holiday is definitely crabbing!
Over the half term week Gilly, who is our Area Manager covering Shropshire, met up with two of her students and their mother, Jing. Jing had come to the UK for half term to offer some moral support to daughter, Joanna, who is in the middle of her GCSEs at Shrewsbury School. Area Managers love to meet their students’ families whenever they get the chance, so they all enjoyed a lovely dinner at a Japanese restaurant in Shrewsbury.
Over the half term week Gilly, who is our Area Manager covering Shropshire, met up with two of her students and their mother, Jing. Jing had come to the UK for half term to offer some moral support to daughter, Joanna, who is in the middle of her GCSEs at Shrewsbury School. Area Managers love to meet their students’ families whenever they get the chance, so they all enjoyed a lovely dinner at a Japanese restaurant in Shrewsbury.
Host families are often kind enough to host more than just students! Over the half term week, the Riley family, who were hosting Christ’s Hospital student Marcus, was happy invite Marcus’s Area Manager, Sarah, over for a visit. As Sarah also hosts students, she took along Sora, another Christ’s Hospital student who was staying with her for the week, and they also met up with Sora’s Area Manager, and Sarah’s colleague, Anne-Marie! They all had a lovely time catching up around the dinner table with plenty of tea and cake.
Host families are often kind enough to host more than just students! Over the half term week, the Riley family, who were hosting Christ’s Hospital student Marcus, was happy invite Marcus’s Area Manager, Sarah, over for a visit. As Sarah also hosts students, she took along Sora, another Christ’s Hospital student who was staying with her for the week, and they also met up with Sora’s Area Manager, and Sarah’s colleague, Anne-Marie! They all had a lovely time catching up around the dinner table with plenty of tea and cake.
Pippa's Annual Conference
Pippa's Annual Conference
Once a year, we trade our home office setups and Teams meetings for face-to-face conversations, countryside views, and real human connection. On Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th May, our entire team came together at the beautiful Tewkesbury Park Hotel for our annual two-day company conference – and what a fantastic couple of days it was. We spent time reconnecting, reflecting, learning, and looking forward to what’s to come.
Day One
After colleagues had greeted each other, some meeting in person for the first time, Ben Hughes officially kicked off the event with a company update and a look at our future plans. It was inspiring to see how far we’ve come and where we are headed next.
Later in the day, after a delicious lunch and some new team photos, we had a presentation on UKVI and visa processes from Jonathan Hill, followed by a lively Q&A about Chinese culture with our Chinese Liaison Officer Becky Finney, which sparked thoughtful discussion and fresh insights. The day ended on a high with a prosecco reception followed by dinner, giving everyone time to catch up in a more social setting.
Later in the day, after a delicious lunch and some new team photos, we had a presentation on UKVI and visa processes from Jonathan Hill, followed by a lively Q&A about Chinese culture with our Chinese Liaison Officer Becky Finney, which sparked thoughtful discussion and fresh insights. The day ended on a high with a prosecco reception followed by dinner, giving everyone time to catch up in a more social setting.
Day Two
Thursday gave us the opportunity to break off into smaller groups and rotate around four hands-on workshops covering topics essential to our growth, including how our guardianship service evolves as students get older; how best to network with the schools we work with, and how AI can help us to work smarter.
Day Two
Thursday gave us the opportunity to break off into smaller groups and rotate around four hands-on workshops covering topics essential to our growth, including how our guardianship service evolves as students get older; how best to network with the schools we work with, and how AI can help us to work smarter.
Ben brought things to a close with a heartfelt wrap-up, followed by the most English of farewells: tea and cake, before hitting the road home.
As always, what made the conference truly special was the sense of togetherness. Whether it was swapping stories over coffee, brainstorming in workshops, or laughing over dinner, it reminded us of the strength in our shared mission.
Ben brought things to a close with a heartfelt wrap-up, followed by the most English of farewells: tea and cake, before hitting the road home.
As always, what made the conference truly special was the sense of togetherness. Whether it was swapping stories over coffee, brainstorming in workshops, or laughing over dinner, it reminded us of the strength in our shared mission.
Super Area Managers
Super Area Managers!
At Pippa’s Guardians, we pride ourselves on offering a bespoke personal service, providing students and their families with complete peace of mind. Whether it’s academic support, safe travel arrangements, or social celebrations, our dedicated Area Managers are always there to ensure every need is met with care and precision.
Supporting Oxford dreams
Pippa’s Area Manager Sarah Garnett played a pivotal role in helping her student, Sora, navigate the challenging university application process, culminating in an offer from Oxford University. Sarah supported Sora in drafting his personal statement and even offered her spare room as a quiet space for his first online Oxford interview.
When it came time for the final in-person interview, Sarah personally drove him there, on hand to calm nerves and offer reassurance. “Being part of Sora’s journey and watching him grow and thrive has been wonderful,” Sarah shared. “I feel fortunate to have played a small part in helping him achieve his dreams.”
Supporting Oxford dreams
Pippa’s Area Manager Sarah Garnett played a pivotal role in helping her student, Sora, navigate the challenging university application process, culminating in an offer from Oxford University. Sarah supported Sora in drafting his personal statement and even offered her spare room as a quiet space for his first online Oxford interview.
When it came time for the final in-person interview, Sarah personally drove him there, on hand to calm nerves and offer reassurance. “Being part of Sora’s journey and watching him grow and thrive has been wonderful,” Sarah shared. “I feel fortunate to have played a small part in helping him achieve his dreams.”
Keeping Storm Burt in check
During the chaos of Storm Burt, which impacted the UK in December, Area Manager Touche Hogben stepped in to assist a student stranded alone at Reading train station. The 15-year old’s train connection had been cancelled on a Sunday evening, leaving her with no immediate help. One call to Touche was all it took to set things in motion.
Touche immediately contacted trusted local taxi companies to arrange a safe ride for the 2.5-hour journey back to school. While coordinating plans, she stayed on the phone with the student for nearly an hour, providing reassurance and guiding her to locate the taxi. Thanks to Touche’s quick thinking and dedication, the student reached school safely despite the adverse conditions.
Keeping Storm Burt in check
During the chaos of Storm Burt, which impacted the UK in December, Area Manager Touche Hogben stepped in to assist a student stranded alone at Reading train station. The 15-year old’s train connection had been cancelled on a Sunday evening, leaving her with no immediate help. One call to Touche was all it took to set things in motion.
Touche immediately contacted trusted local taxi companies to arrange a safe ride for the 2.5-hour journey back to school. While coordinating plans, she stayed on the phone with the student for nearly an hour, providing reassurance and guiding her to locate the taxi. Thanks to Touche’s quick thinking and dedication, the student reached school safely despite the adverse conditions.
A Sweet 16 Celebration
Turning 16 is a milestone worth celebrating, and Pippa’s Area Manager Sian Moore made sure her student’s birthday was unforgettable. From booking the London Secret Garden venue to organizing the cake and non-alcoholic bubbly, Sian planned every detail. She ensured all guests arrived on time, captured precious moments with photos for the student’s parents, and safely accompanied the birthday girl back to school.
At Pippa’s Guardians, our commitment to going above and beyond ensures that every student feels supported, cared for, and celebrated. From university dreams to stormy travel dilemmas and joyous birthdays, our Area Managers are there every step of the way.
A Sweet 16 Celebration
Turning 16 is a milestone worth celebrating, and Pippa’s Area Manager Sian Moore made sure her student’s birthday was unforgettable. From booking the London Secret Garden venue to organizing the cake and non-alcoholic bubbly, Sian planned every detail. She ensured all guests arrived on time, captured precious moments with photos for the student’s parents, and safely accompanied the birthday girl back to school.
At Pippa’s Guardians, our commitment to going above and beyond ensures that every student feels supported, cared for, and celebrated. From university dreams to stormy travel dilemmas and joyous birthdays, our Area Managers are there every step of the way.
监护服务如何随时间演变
培宝监护：于恰当时机给予精准关怀
在培宝，自您的孩子加入我们的那一刻起，直至其完成学业离校，都会由专属的区域经理悉心照料。我们所提供的关怀始终保持高标准且稳定不变，然而，这种关怀与支持的具体实施方式，会依据每个孩子在培宝不同阶段的独特需求而灵活调整。
4-6 年级（9-11 岁)
处于这个年龄段的孩子，在适应全新的国家和学校环境时，需要额外的照料与支持。
- 旅途全程陪伴：若您的孩子以无人陪伴未成年人的身份出行，培宝 的工作人员会在其抵达时迎接，并安全护送孩子前往学校。在孩子返程时，同样会悉心照料，将孩子送至值机柜台，并留在机场，确保航班准时起飞。
- 家校往返无忧：往返寄宿家庭的行程也会得到妥善安排与严格管理。
- 活动严格监管：学校或寄宿家庭之外的所有活动，均需获得区域经理和家长的批准，且孩子必须始终由经过批准的成年人陪同。
- 定期关怀沟通：培宝的区域经理会与您的孩子及其所在学校保持定期联系，每学期实地拜访两次，了解孩子的学习进展和身心健康状况。
7-8 年级（11-12 岁)
处于这一年龄段的孩子，我们为其提供的支持力度依旧保持在最高水平，与 4 – 6 年级所获的照料极为相似，只是在细节上稍作调整，以此契合他们不断变化的需求。
- 全方位关怀引导：我们的区域经理会持续助力孩子解决在思乡情绪、人际交往以及学业等方面遇到的困扰。
- 密切沟通参与：区域经理每学期实地探访两次，若有必要，还会参与家长会以及学校活动，以便更全面地了解孩子情况。
- 出行保障安排：所有行程都有妥善规划，无论是孩子以无人陪伴未成年人的身份往返机场，还是往返寄宿家庭，安全始终是首要考量。
- 出行陪伴要求：孩子离开学校或寄宿家庭外出时，身边必须有负责的成年人陪同，确保孩子的安全与行为规范。
9-11 年级（13-15 岁）
在这几年间，孩子们通常会自信心逐步增强，开始探索属于自己的独立空间。
- 适度自主安排：即便培宝的区域经理仍要求您的孩子详尽报备出行去向、交通方式以及同行人员，但在既定的时间范围内，孩子们可以独自或是与朋友在当地的特定地点自由活动 。
- 针对性成长引导：区域经理的工作重点会转移到协助孩子确定 GCSE 考试科目、应对压力以及维护良好的人际关系上。
- 持续关怀陪伴：我们依旧每学期探访您的孩子两次，区域经理也会随时为他们提供所需的支持与帮助。
12-13 年级（16-18 岁）
在学校求学的最后两年，学生们都在为步入成年阶段做准备，我们的陪伴与引导方式也充分考虑到了他们日益成熟的特质。区域经理与学生之间的关系，会从类似父母关怀的角色，逐步转变为朋友式的支持，侧重于给予学生情感上的引导与鼓励。
- 日常规范与安全保障：学生仍需随身携带电话，以便在遇到突发情况时能及时求助。同时，离开学校或寄宿家庭外出时，必须严格遵守事先约定好的回家时间。
- 拓展活动与丰富经历：经家长同意后，学生可以和朋友前往更远的地方进行一日游。走出熟悉的小圈子，到英国的某个城市旅行，这种体验能让他们接触到不同的人和事，成为他们成长过程中难得且受欢迎的经历。
- 助力应对学业压力：12-13 年级阶段学业压力增大，区域经理能够极大地帮助学生提升应对这些额外压力的能力。一直以来陪伴在学生身边的区域经理，会给学生带来安全感，让他们在这个紧张关键的时期保持情绪稳定，进而在学业上取得优异成绩。
- 规划未来发展方向：在这一阶段，我们支持的重点在于提供实用的建议和给予情感上的支持，帮助学生为未来的人生道路做好充分准备。无论是选择进入大学深造、休学一年去丰富阅历，还是直接步入职场开启职业生涯，我们都将为他们提供全方位的帮助。
在孩子成长的每一个阶段，培宝监护始终密切关注他们的动态，依据其不断变化的需求灵活调整监护策略。从悉心的关怀照料，到耐心的引导启发，再到合理给予探索世界的自由空间，培宝监护致力于全方位护航，为孩子们的茁壮成长提供坚实保障 。