Education beyond the classroom

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Education beyond the classroom

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Education beyond the classroom

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Education beyond the classroom

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Education beyond the classroom

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At boarding schools, students have access to so much more than just top-tier academics—they get an experience filled with adventure, fun, acceptance and community. Whatever your goals and whatever your background, there’s a place for you at boarding schools.

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WHY BOARDING SCHOOL?

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SUPPORT

At boarding school, students live where they learn—which means that they have round-the-clock access to support, guidance and opportunities that allow them to grow into their best selves.

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COMMUNITY

Students have a unique full-time support system of teachers, college counselors, dorm parents, advisors, coaches and fellow students, all helping them to reach their full potential in a safe and secure environment.

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PERSONAL GROWTH

At boarding schools, young people get incredible support, nurturing and opportunities that allow them to grow into their best selves. Through an individualized support system of teachers, college counselors, dorm parents, advisors and coaches, boarding school students are able to reach their full potential in a safe and secure environment.

Find out more about how a boarding school can help you thrive.

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TESTIMONIALS

“Boarding school transformed my life. It was like finding a second home where I could truly become myself.”
Moanna
, 
Student

Darlington School

“Boarding school makes you more prepared for your future in so many ways.”
Chloe
, 
Student

Kimball Union Academy

“Boarding school builds a really tight-knit community.”
Kaigan
, 
Student

Darlington School

“I would recommend boarding school to any student looking for an academic challenge.”
Emma
, 
Student

Asia Pacific International School

“Going into high school, you have these people supporting you in every aspect of your life.”
Landon
, 
Student

Western Reserve Academy

School Life In Focus

THE BOARDING ADVANTAGE REPORT

A recent study found that boarding schools have a meaningful impact on a students’ lives—both in school and well after graduation. Download the full report to see why families and educators alike are recognizing the transformative power of a boarding education.

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Boarding School

STUDENTS ARE

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more likely to have one or more trusted adults at school

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more likely than non-boarding students to learn 1:1 with their teachers

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ALUMS ARE

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more likely than non-boarding school alums to say their school helped them achieve their goals.

Happier, healthier, more successful and more optimistic about the future than non-boarding school alums.

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Why Middle Schoolers' Brains Need Junior Boarding School

We all want what’s best for our middle schoolers. And that just may be boarding school. Here’s why it works for their rapidly developing brains.

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Top 10 Questions Asked During Boarding School Interviews

Here’s a list of the top 10 questions most frequently asked during boarding school interviews. Proper preparation can help you ace your entrance interview. Let’s get started!

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How an All-Girls Education Can Make All the Difference

When we think about our daughters’ futures, we can all agree that we’ll do whatever we can to empower them. All girls’ boarding schools just might be the perfect place to do that.

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