Boarding schools
The right boarding school for your child: selection, exam preparation, applications and support with settling in far from home.
The first consultation is free
British and Swiss boarding schools offer a strong education, independence and an international community. But there are hundreds of schools, and the right one for one child may not suit another.
We match a boarding school to your child's character, interests and level, arrange visits, prepare for tests and interviews, and stay close after enrolment.
What's included
- School matching: academic level, atmosphere, sport, arts, location
- School comparison and a shortlist
- Visits and online meetings with schools
- Registration and applications
- Test preparation (such as UKiset, CAT4 and school exams) and interviews with tutors
- Help with the visa, a guardian and preparing to leave
- Support with settling in during the first months
Who it's for
- Children aged 7–17 joining a boarding school in the UK, Switzerland or Europe
- Families who want to try first — through a trial term or summer school
- Students moving from one school to another
How we work
Getting to know you
The child and the family's wishes.
Matching
A shortlist and school visits.
Admission
Tests, interviews and documents.
Settling in
Visa, guardian and support after enrolment.
Price
Tailored to your family
The price depends on your goals, the number of schools or universities and the level of support. We will quote an exact figure after a free consultation.
Let's get in touch!
Tell us about your child and your goals — we will reply within 24 hours with our thoughts and possible next steps.
- Where does your child study now?
- What are your goals?
- Which countries are you considering?
- Any previous experience of studying abroad?
- Current level of English?
Kate will reply to you personally within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
From what age can a child board?
In the UK usually from 7–8, with main entry points at 11, 13 and 16.
Is a guardian needed?
Yes — British schools require international pupils to have a guardian in the UK. We provide guardianship.
Can a child join mid-year?
Sometimes, if places are available. We check availability at suitable schools.
Other services
- Education strategy
- Admission to the world's best universities
- Bachelor's degree abroad
- Admission with a mentor
- University selection
- Application documents
- Interview training
- Career consulting
- Personal brand development
- Oxbridge & Ivy League preparation
- Medical school admission
- Engineering & Computer Science
- Creative universities
- Universities in Asia: Singapore, Hong Kong, China
- Day schools
- Nurseries & prep schools
- Summer camps & programmes
- Hand-picked tutors
- Homestay tuition
- Guardianship