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You are thinking about going to boarding school? And feeling both excited and a little nervous? That's perfectly normal. We promise to help you find an amazing boarding school and get a place there. Below you'll find some useful information, articles and podcasts that will help you get on your way.
So, ready when you are!
Getting to know
Our first meeting
Getting to know
Our first meeting
Your first meeting with your consultant is all about you.
We will get to know each other, talk through what matters most to you, your wishes, hopes and fears, and start shaping the plan for your boarding school adventure.
Come prepared with questions and things you would like to get out of the experience. Big dreams or small hopes, everything counts.
How to write it
The personal statement: an essay by and about you
How to write it
The personal statement: an essay by and about you
As part of your boarding school application, you’ll write a short personal statement. That's a small essay in which you write about who you are and what you like. Schools read these carefully and they can carry real weight. So take it seriously.
We’ve created a clear guide to help you craft a statement that tells your story with authenticity and impact.
What to consider
Which school is right for me?
What to consider
Which school is right for me?
This is, of course, the big question.
It's easy to be seduced by first impressions and superficialities. A grand building, a cool location by the sea or in a town, or a slick marketing video on social media.
Our advice? Look deeper. We have put together a little article that will help you ask the right questions.
Happy reading!
Maximising your success
Some British boarding schools have real admissions procedures – complete with interviews and written tests that you can actually pass or fail. That might sound daunting, but the good news is: both can be prepared for. And we'll be here to help you do this.
Admissions tests
Admissions tests are usually designed to check English skills, but many schools also test Maths and cognitive abilities such as logical thinking or spatial awareness. Don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time to prepare and we'll help you prepare of course.
Interviews
Many schools conduct interviews, though they’re usually more like a friendly, informal conversation. Still, preparation makes all the difference. We’ll help by running at least one mock interview with you, so you know what to expect and feel comfortable.
The Agreement
A deal with your parents
The Agreement
A deal with your parents
Sometimes a get-out clause can help!
We recommend that you make an agreement: you have the right to change your mind and not do this under the condition that you keep an open mind until you have gotten to know the schools as much as you can. If you are not convinced then, your parents will understand you not going.
Have a chat with your parents about this. Shout if we can help.
Our School Finder
Try your own luck finding a school!
Our School Finder
Try your own luck finding a school!
Our School Finder lets you explore boarding school options on your own. Just answer eight quick questions and receive three school suggestions that match your answers.
One piece of advice if we may: before making any decisions, we recommend reviewing your results with one of our expert consultants.
From the Horse's Mouth
Our podast: interviews with pupils at UK boarding schools
From the Horse's Mouth
Our podast: interviews with pupils at UK boarding schools
In this podcast we chat with pupils currently enrolled at British boarding schools. We get their first-hand impressions of some of the UK's top boarding schools. What their school day looks like. What they love about the experience - and what less so. What the food is like and much, much more. All from the horse's mouth, as it were!
Read to learn!
A few articles that might interest you
If you're getting ready to apply to a boarding school, we’ve put together a range of articles just for you. From what to pack and what to expect on your first day, to tips for interviews and podcasts with current and former pupils – it’s all here to help you feel more prepared, confident and excited. Take a look, dive in, and find out what boarding life is really like!
