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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.

Why study at a UK boarding school?

Students sitting outside a 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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What can you study?

Discover the wide range of study options open to pupils at UK boarding schools.

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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

An introduction to UK boarding schools

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Life 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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This is GREAT Britain

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.

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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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'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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Explore Education UK's interactive map

From sandy beaches and mountains, to rolling green hills. From music festivals and football matches, to theatre and art galleries. From quaint old towns to bustling big cities - there’s so much for you to discover in the UK! Explore photos and suggestions of where to visit with our interactive map.

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The popular choice

More than 20,000 international pupils attend UK boarding schools.
Discover your talent

Boarding schools provide an excellent range of extra-curricular activities.
Over 500 boarding schools

A wide range of schools for parents and pupils to choose from.
90% go on to university

UK boarding schools provide excellent preparation for university.