With the growing demand for places at the world’s top institutions, understanding how to stand out can feel overwhelming. At Harrow International Schools, we know that academic excellence alone isn’t enough. The most successful applicants bring a well-rounded profile—demonstrating passion, leadership, initiative, and the skills to thrive in a global environment.
AISL Harrow International Schools are consistently ranked among the leading institutions for A-Level results, a testament to our commitment to both academic success and leadership development. Our graduates secure places at top universities across the UK, US, Japan, China, Hong Kong, and more. However, top grades are only part of what competitive universities seek; today’s admissions teams look for students with unique experiences, a deep passion for their field, and leadership abilities that extend beyond the classroom.
Join us for an exclusive online webinar with our University Counsellor, Mr David Thaw, who will guide you through the steps of preparing your child for university admissions, from choosing the right destination to crafting a competitive application. You will also get an opportunity to learn about the nuances of different University applications, at what age your child needs to be considering their options and understanding the qualifications needed for popular courses.
about the speaker:
Mr David Thaw, University Counsellor
After graduating from the University of St Andrews, David Thaw joined the Foreign and Commonwealth Office as a diplomat in the Economic Relations Department. Since then, his career has taken him to Kenya, Malaysia, Switzerland and the Shetland Islands, working in diplomacy, healthcare and education. He has taught Politics, Philosophy and Economics at leading independent schools in the UK, including Charterhouse and St Paul’s. Alongside his teaching, he has specialised in supporting students with their applications to universities in the UK and around the world. In his postgraduate studies, David returned to the University of St Andrews to study Theology, followed by graduate courses at Cambridge, Harvard, Stanford, Chicago and Berkeley.
