Why study at a UK boarding school?
International pupils at UK boarding schools get a great education and enjoy a creative, academic and welcoming learning environment.
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Boarding schools
UK boarding schools welcome thousands of international students every year and are the perfect place to begin your UK education. With high academic standards, tailored individual support for students and excellent facilities, UK boarding schools provide a world-class education.
What can you study?
Discover the wide range of study options open to pupils at UK boarding schools.
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After your studies
You'll have many options available after completing your UK boarding school education.
— Find out more about post-boarding school optionsLife at a UK boarding school
UK boarding schools are a great place to begin your UK education. Find out how you'll study, where you'll live and what to expect.
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Music, heritage, culture, sport, the countryside and fantastic experiences: This is Great Britain interactive calendar showcases the best the country has to offer, including festivals, art fairs, film screenings and ancient traditions. Discover contemporary Britain through a huge range of diverse and fabulous events.
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Finding and applying to a UK boarding school
Thinking of applying to a UK boarding school for a September start? Find out how the admissions process works and what you need to do.
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Why board in the UK?
There are many reasons to consider a UK boarding school:
- A reputation for academic excellence
- Small class sizes
- Excellent teaching facilities
- A wide variety of subject options
- A safe and welcoming learning environment
- A huge range of extra-curricular activities
- An emphasis on social and community activities
- A reputation for integrating international students
'I am enjoying it very much and haven't once regretted my decision.'
Benedict Weissheimer from Germany, talks about life at his UK boarding school, Gresham's in Norfolk.
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The popular choice
More than 20,000 international pupils attend UK boarding schools.
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Discover your talent
Boarding schools provide an excellent range of extra-curricular activities.
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Over 500 boarding schools
A wide range of schools for parents and pupils to choose from.
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90% go on to university
UK boarding schools provide excellent preparation for university.
Support while you study
A strong support network is provided for pupils at UK boarding schools.
— Find out more about the support available'The school changed my perception of the world'
Diana Cherdabayev, from Kazakhstan - a boarder at Haileybury Almaty school - talks about her experience.
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