Boarding High Schools

Private boarding high schools will provide your child with an academically rigorous environment where he or she will prepare for university life. Boarding schools offer a unique setting in which education is fused with a well-rounded lifestyle. Because time on campus is not confined by distance or other considerations, students have lots of time to involve themselves in numerous aspects of school life (such as sports, clubs, and other extra-curricular activities). Children live with each other, so they are not merely students who need not communicate. Daily interaction builds strong friendships that may not have been possible without spending so much time together. However, private boarding schools are typically academically oriented, so your child will have fewer distractions than he or she would at home.

No Better Preparation than Boarding School

Your son or daughter will soon have to live on his or her own. Boarding school represents an early entrance into learning to govern your own work habits and becoming self-sufficient. Private boarding high schools offer a soft transition into adult independence: students still have rules they must follow and they can receive academic and personal help whenever needed.

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Types of Boarding Schools • Girls Boarding Schools • Boys Boarding Schools • Boarding Christian Schools • Boarding Catholic Schools • Boarding High Schools • Military Schools

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Boarding high schools foster high academic achievement. According to the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), "boarding school students spend more time on homework per week than students attending any other schools." This fosters a positive work ethic in a supportive environment where students motivate each other to stay on top of assignments and readings. Building this dedication is critical during one’s high school years, as universities expect students to devote even more time to their studies. Of course, secondary boarding schools are highly regarded by universities.

Boarding schools also have plenty of out of class help sessions. Living right on campus will allow your child to spend as much time as he or she needs with a teacher. Arriving at school early or staying after hours will be convenient. Extra attention ensures that students don’t fall behind and that they have opportunities to enrich learning. Students will also talk to each other when they have questions, concerns, or just want to discuss interesting topics from school. Living together, they inevitably grow together.

Choosing a Boarding High School

Here are some of the many factors you should consider before choosing a private boarding high school.

• What is the school's reputation as indicated by university acceptance rates and school rankings?
• What is the school's academic vision? Do its goals match the strengths and address the weaknesses of your child?
• Is your child open to attending the school? You should involve him or her in the decision.
• Were you impressed with the school’s staff when you met them?

To meet face to face with administrators and representatives from boarding high schools, attend one of Our Kids’ private school expos.