Academic Families

As the academic year comes to a close, we're reflecting on some lovely feedback we received from a parent in Mexico.​

It's a great reminder that our team's support is making a real difference to parents and their child's journey abroad.​

We hope all of our families enjoy the summer holidays and we look forward to supporting them in the upcoming academic term!

The World Cup brings people together across cultures and countries.​

For many of our students, it becomes a shared experience while living and studying in the UK as they watch matches with host families and follow results with friends.​

Experiences like these help students build connections and feel a sense of belonging, even when they are far from home.​

For families exploring UK education, you can learn more about the best boarding school options for football fans in our blog - see the link in our bio.

Spending time in a new country offers students a different perspective on the world around them. Our recent escorted trip to Greece provided international boarding school students with the opportunity to explore a new way of living and learn about Greek traditions.​

The students spent their time travelling to historic landmarks and experiencing life on nearby islands. There was also time to slow down and enjoy the surroundings, whether at a sunny beach or at the luxury resort in the evenings.​

Swipe to see the highlights from our 2026 Greece trip.

May is an exciting time for host families to plan outdoor experiences with international boarding school students staying in their care during the half term break.​

Swipe to see a few fun things our host families and students do to explore the UK together.

Our Easter trip to Kenya gave international boarding school students the opportunity to step out of the classroom and discover the world around them.​​

By working alongside local charities and communities, students gained insight into sustainability and cultural traditions. From making footballs at a not-for-profit manufacturer to supporting local wildlife, it was wonderful to see the group grow closer and enjoy the experience together.​

There was time for relaxing and exploring too, from safaris to watersports and spending time on the coast. Swipe to see highlights from this year's Kenya trip.

With the Eurovision Final yesterday, it's an exciting time for students who love music.​ 🎵

Music is an important part of British culture, and the UK has countless musical opportunities for aspiring performers. From prestigious institutions to world class ensembles, it is one of the finest places to enjoy and play music.​

Whether you're interested in classical, pop or rock, UK boarding schools have the facilities to support every music student. ​

➡️ See our list of "The 10 Best UK Boarding Schools for Music" via the link in our bio.

Our May half term trips start in one week, with students travelling to Greece 🇬🇷 and Italy 🇮🇹 to experience the culture, explore iconic archaeological sites, and make lasting memories.

Some places we'll take our students to include:
• Athens
• Heraion Lake Lagoon
• Saronic Islands
• Loutraki
• Rome
• Vatican City
• Pompeii
• Capri

Keep an eye on our Instagram Stories as we post updates from our travels!

Wishing all our students good luck in their upcoming exams. Remember to stay calm, focused and trust in the hard work you have put in.

Student wellbeing is at the core of our work at Academic Families, which is why World Mental Health Week is so important to us.​

Swipe along to find three simple tips to help you check in, slow down and prioritise your wellbeing.