Types of Boarding Schools
Just as there are many types of students, there are many types of boarding schools, each specializing in a particular area of education. Learn more about the different types of boarding schools available around the world, and be better equipped to evaluate your own situation.
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Boarding School Costs Finalizing the decision to enroll your child in a boarding school involved many factors, from a school's learning environment, academic philosophy, and location to its history, goals, and -- let's be honest -- cost. Here, find out what you can expect when it comes to boarding schools tuition, room and board fees... Boarding School Secrets From celebrities who attended boarding schools (read, "boarding schools are cool!") to stories of how to help your child thrive once he/she is settled in, our "Boarding School Secrets" is a virtual tell-all for success. Boarding School Spotlight Get an inside look at the nation's top boarding schools and boarding school companies to help you determine which may be right for you or your child. |
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Learning Disability Programs at Boarding Schools If your child is not succeeding in a mainstream academic environment, help is available. At a learning disability boarding school, your child can get the extra time and attention he or she needs to cope with the disability and experience success. Critical Factors in Your Therapeutic Boarding School Decision If you're considering therapeutic boarding school for your child, you've probably already thought about a variety of issues, such as program content, length, and cost. But there are other, lesser-known considerations to factor into your decision. ESL Transition Programs at Boarding School ESL transition programs at boarding school offer dedicated English language classes as well as content-based instruction so that students benefit from immediate exposure to academic English Summer Boarding School Programs Help Students Succeed Don't let your child lose momentum in the summer months. Invest in his or her education and life skills in a summer boarding school program. The Boarding School Advantage You've played a major role in each step of your child's education journey, from preschool all the way through middle school. Now that your child is a teenager learning to make his or her own choices, your role is no less critical. You want the best for your teen, which is why you're considering boarding school. Here's why choosing boarding school is a smart move. Living and Learning at Semester Schools Much like college study abroad programs, semester schools provide the opportunity to experience different cultures and perspectives and broaden your own. Study Abroad Boarding Schools If you'd like to attend boarding school but you're seeking some international flavor, consider boarding schools abroad. Study abroad boarding schools are available worldwide, with programs in such countries as Australia, Canada, Denmark, England, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, and Spain. Boarding Schools in Canada: What You Need to Know More and more Canadian high school students are taking advantage of the opportunity to enroll in boarding school. After all, a Canadian boarding school education is anything but provincial. The Appeal of All-Girls' Schools Have you heard the latest on Lindsay Lohan/Britney Spears/Paris Hilton/? For most parents, news of young celebs' exploits elicits a sigh and an increase in anxiety about the future - especially when it comes to the future of their own daughters. Find out why, on the battleground for their daughters' innocence, many parents are turning to all-girls' schools to fight the good fight. College Prep at Boarding Schools Have you ever thought about getting a different kind of high school experience? Though it may seem as if living away from home at an early age is scary, college prep boarding school may be the perfect place for you to prepare yourself for college admissions. |