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We are specialists in British boarding schools

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Welcome!

We are von Bülow Education

For over 30 years we have been guiding families to the right British boarding schools. As the only German-speaking consultancy based in the UK, we combine intercultural understanding, insider knowledge and empathy to find the Perfect Fit for your child. 

Why British boarding schools?

We only work with British boarding schools. That's because they are the best in the world. Here's why we believe this.

Our Schools

Thoughtfully selected

We work only with boarding schools we know and trust – the kind we’d choose for our own children.

That is currently a selection of 110 schools.

All of them combine academic prowess with a rich extracurricular offer, a warm school community, and a proper home for boarders throughout the week and weekends.

The stunning campus of Malvern College with pupils walking in front in the afternoon

Why families trust us

Our Promise

Guidance as thoughtful as if it were for our own children

Choosing the right school is a big decision. That’s why we guide you with care, empathy, and honesty – even if that means saying boarding school isn’t the right path for your child. Whatever the outcome, we stay by your side until we find the school that truly fits.

That’s our promise to you.

one of the schools sailing boats with students during their sailing lessons

Our Founders

A family's success story

What began as a small family drama over 30 years ago is now one of Europe's leading educational consultancies. Had her son Alexander's grades not been a cause for concern, Alexandra von Bülow might never have looked for alternative schools. She found them in England – and saw firsthand how a British boarding school can transform a child.

Inspired by her own search for the right school, she decided to start her own company. As such she was a pioneer in UK boarding school advisory. Today, her son Ferdinand runs the business. Together, they have guided thousands of families in finding the right boarding school.

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Upcoming consultation days

We may be based in the UK, but every three months we travel to Germany for our popular consulting days. Book an appointment here. We look forward to meeting you!

Our Newsletter

Once a month, we publish our popular newsletter, where you’ll receive exclusive insights and tips straight to your inbox. You can unsubscribe at any time. We use Mailchimp to send our emails; for more details, please see our privacy policy. The newsletter is in German only!

Thank you!

You'll receive your first newsletter at the end of this month. 

The Insider

The Insider is our online journal. It’s packed to the brim with our articles and podcasts about the world of British boarding schools. 

In The Press

From time to time, we get approached for our opinion and insights on British boarding schools by media companies. You can find a selection of these publications here.

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We are excited to announce that von Bülow has been prominently featured in Manager Magazin.
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