Weighing up the choices available to you for your child’s education can be a complex task. In this article we give an insight into boarding school education and outline the advantages of having your child taught in a boarding school.

Boarding schools in the UK are a highly regarded form of education, with a long and distinguished history. The term originates from the bed and board received whilst a student during the school year. Fees are charged per term, which can greatly vary according to the size of the school and the facilities available. Many historical figures have passed through the halls of boarding schools in England and gone on to make great achievements in a number of fields.

A major benefit of a boarding school education is the low teacher to student ratio. Often in schools a teacher can be managing upwards of thirty pupils in a class, making it hard to give each child the attention they deserve. The average ratio in boarding schools is much lower, allowing more time to be spent with each child, aiding both their progress and sense of confidence.

Another benefit to consider is the time your child will spend in the company of the other children, and the staff. By sharing a greater amount of time friendships grow and staff members are better equipped to fully understand the needs of each individual pupil. Not only can this extra time help your child forge solid friendships with others, a valuable support network develops between all those involved further increasing confidence and providing a more emotionally stable surrounding in which to learn.

Resources available at boarding schools, especially independent ones, are often above average standard. There will usually be a wide range of faculties and resources available, with staff specialising in each area. As each child displays an interest in a certain area, their learning structure can be adjusted to facilitate and encourage their progression.

The increased amount of time and resources available also allows extra time to improve areas in which a child may be struggling. Help with any problems arising such as personal issues, counselling, or learning assistance can be continued beyond school hours. In a local school extra time can limited, and providing extra support at home can place time and financial pressure on the family. » Read more: The Benefits of a Boarding School Education