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Choosing the right boarding school for your child can be overwhelming, but with our expert guidance, the process becomes easy and stress-free!

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A boarding school is a residential school where pupils live and study during the school year. There are approximately 500 boarding schools in the UK, the majority are private or fee-paying. There are some state boarding schools with reduced fees for tuition only.

Many UK boarding schools combine grand historical buildings and spacious grounds with modern technology and excellent teaching. Modern boarding provides pupils with comfortable accommodation, a high standard of extra-curricular facilities and strong pastoral care. Pupils can start boarding as young as 7 or 8. Most pupils start boarding at the age or 11 or 13, however. Boarding in the UK for Sixth Form (ages 16-18) is very popular with international students. 

• Think about the sort of boarding school you want. Single sex or co-ed?
• All-through or separate prep and senior?
• Do you want full or flexi boarding? Full boarding means all the pupils stay at school at the weekend, weekly or flexi means many local pupils may go home at the weekend leaving international students alone in their boarding houses.
• Town or country? Think about whether you want your child educated in a town with the social and cultural opportunities or out in the countryside with all the space and sport this can provide.
• Check that there is a good mix of nationalities at the school. That the different nationalities are spread well between the boarding houses. It is helpful if there are other children from your home country but too many may prevent your child from speaking English.

Think about practical issues such as class size, teacher numbers, sport and music facilities and proximity to railway stations and airports. Visit the schools. Get a feel for them. Do the children look happy, relaxed, engaged? How do the adults interact with their pupils etc.

• What are the exam results like? Study their ISI or OFSTED report.
• Will the school fit your child’s academic abilities?
• How does the school help with Special Educational Needs? If your child has SEN, check there is a SENCO and ask for their policies.

We are proud to announce that we are the official agent of Varndean College, offering you direct access to one of the most prestigious educational institutions. Whether you're looking to pursue A-Levels or vocational courses, we provide expert guidance to ensure a smooth and successful application process.

Varndean College is a highly successful and unique college, with an outstanding academic track record where students achieve excellent results and become academically accomplished.

• Varndean College is the perfect size with a total of approximately 2000 students.
• Varndean College provides exceptional teaching and learning.
• Varndean College offers over 30 traditional A Levels, a diverse range of Vocational Courses, as well as the prestigious and internationally recognised International Baccalaureate Programme.  In addition, we offer a range of Foundation Level courses for those students who have not yet achieved the necessary grades to embark upon an Advanced Course.
• Varndean College achieves outstanding results.
• Varndean College was recently recognised by Ofsted as outstanding in many areas,
• A large percentage of Varndean College students progress onto top UK universities.
• Varndean College is in the top 10% of UK schools and sixth form colleges for value added.
• Recent HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) statistics show that 94.8% of Varndean College students studying at Russell Group universities graduated with a First or Upper Second Class honours degree, higher than those students from the independent sector.
• Varndean College provides exceptional tutorial support.
• Varndean College provides a diverse and engaging enrichment programme for students.
• Varndean College has an award winning careers department.
• Varndean College offers outstanding support, placing a strong emphasis on student mental health and well-being.
• Varndean College students exhibit outstanding behaviour and attitudes, with a strong commitment to their studies.

Ready to join Varndean College? Contact us today and take the first step toward your bright future!