What are Boarding Schools?
Boarding schools are independent, college preparatory schools that
provide residential facilities for
students and faculty. They are sometimes referred to as "intentional
communities" because
faculty and staff strive to create
a secure environment for students that is academically challenging,
active, and fun.
Well known for academic excellence, with small class
sizes, diverse curricula, and individual
attention from teachers and advisors,
the boarding school experience affords students numerous significant
advantages. Boarding school students acquire the abilities that help
ensure success in college and in life.
During the academic year, boarding
schools become extended families where
teachers and students live and learn
together. The 24-hour community of
this close-knit environment allows
the faculty to seize every teachable moment, whether in the classroom,
on the playing field or court, or in the dormitory.
There are many
different types of boarding schools.
If you decide boarding school is for you, the first step in choosing
a school is to consider what type offers
the best fit with your needs:
All Boarding
Entirely residential schools, where all students
live on campus.
Boarding-Day Schools
The majority of students live
on campus while some commute
from local neighborhoods or towns.
Military Schools
Schools that follow a military structure and often require uniforms and drill
practices.
5-Day Boarding Schools
Schools where students may elect to stay only during the week and go home on
the weekends.
Junior Boarding
Schools
Schools that accept students in grades 1-8, usually from 6-8.
Coeducational
Schools
Schools that accept both boys and girls.
Boys Schools
Schools that accept only boys.
Girls Schools
Schools that accept only girls.
Pre-Professional
Arts Schools
Schools that specialize in training musical, performing, and visual artists.
Religious Schools
Schools that are affiliated with a
specific religion or denomination.
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