UK Boarding

We’re feeling a tad ill at UK Boarding Schools🤒… because we’ve got WORLD CUP FEVER!⚽️

Backing BOTH sides of the border 🇬🇧 — England AND Scotland, let’s go!!

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What do boarders do at the weekend? 🤔

Quite a lot actually!

Sports fixtures, excursions, clubs, activities, movie nights, study time, and simply hanging out with friends - weekends are a huge part of the boarding school experience!

It's often when students try something new, get a real feel for British culture, explore their local areas, and create some of their favourite memories from school.

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🇬🇧 This Saturday, London will celebrate Trooping the Colour - and I bet you're wondering what on earth that means!

It's the official celebration of the King's birthday, complete with a huge military parade, marching bands, horses, and all the classic British pageantry you'd expect in central London.

And yes... even though His Majesty's actual birthday is in November, there's also an official one celebrated in June with this iconic event (because one birthday simply isn't enough when you're King! 👑).

The celebrations conclude with a spectacular flypast over Buckingham Palace, watched by the Royal Family from the famous balcony.

For students at UK boarding schools, it's also a great opportunity to experience British history, culture, and tradition in action.

💡 A very British moment - and one of the most famous events in the UK's annual calendar.

Founded in 1984, Rochester Independent College in Kent is a supportive and friendly day and boarding school where students from 44 nationalities thrive in a lively, informal environment. With no uniform, small class sizes, and a focus on critical thinking, creativity, and independence, students leave confident, inspired, and ready for the future.

RIC consistently ranks in the top 2% of English schools for A-level progress, with pupils going on to study at leading universities across the UK in subjects from Medicine and Law to Fine Art, Fashion, and Neuroscience. Boarding life combines comfort and pastoral care with the freedom and atmosphere of a university hall, making every student feel at home while they grow academically and personally.

Explore how Rochester Independent College could be the perfect next step for your child on our website.

🇬🇧 A postcard from... Summer School or Short-Term Immersion Programme?

Both offer fantastic opportunities to experience life at a UK boarding school, improve English, build confidence, and make new friends. But which one is the right fit for your child?

☀️ Summer Schools are ideal for students looking for a fun, social introduction to boarding life, combining English lessons, activities, and excursions.

🏫 Short-Term Immersion Programmes allow students to join a real UK boarding school during term time, attending lessons and experiencing everyday boarding life alongside British pupils.

The best choice depends on your child's personality, confidence, and goals.

💡 Read our latest blog to discover the key differences and find out which option could be the perfect fit for your family.

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Nestled in the heart of historic Ely, just 15 minutes from Cambridge and an hour from London, King's Ely is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys and girls. Set in the shadow of the magnificent Ely Cathedral, the school combines centuries of heritage with a forward-looking, inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive.

With seven enchanting boarding houses, over 40 nationalities, and a rich co-curricular life, students flourish both academically and personally. From Forest School and robotics to archery, ultimate frisbee, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, there’s something for everyone. Pupils leave King’s Ely as confident, well-rounded individuals ready to succeed at top universities, including Oxford and Cambridge, and in life beyond the classroom.

Discover the King’s Ely experience for your family today.

Set in stunning surroundings overlooking the historic Chepstow Castle, Dean Close St John's School offers exceptional co-educational schooling for children aged 3–13.

Known for its warm, family feel, the school delivers outstanding academic and pastoral care, alongside flexible wraparound services, daily bus routes, and part-time or full-time boarding options to suit every family’s needs.

Life at St John’s is about more than lessons - it’s about freedom, discovery, and joy. Pupils enjoy small class sizes, an inclusive community, and a rich mix of opportunities in sport, music, drama, art, and outdoor adventures, all helping them to grow in confidence and curiosity.

After Year 8, pupils seamlessly transition to Dean Close Senior School in Cheltenham, with tailored support right through to Year 13.

📍 Discover more about Dean Close St John’s on our website.