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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Religious-Affiliated Boarding Schools Religious-affiliated boarding schools allow students of the Christian, Jewish, Catholic, and other faiths to study amidst an academic and spiritual culture that's familiar to them. All About 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. All About Christian Boarding Schools Christian boarding schools are generally a place where students, usually in grades seven to 12, can live and learn within a rigorous college preparatory curriculum. They are taught within the traditions of the religions that govern the respective Christian boarding schools. These are located all throughout the country and usually require some sort of admissions process. All Boys' Boarding Schools Bring Out the Best Whether you're looking for individualized attention, a better chance at success in life, or the discipline necessary to excel, all boys' boarding schools have the features that can get you or your son, there. All-Girls' Boarding Schools Provide Support and an Open Forum In a place without distraction or restraints, but with support and an open forum for discussion, students at all girls' boarding schools tend to enjoy their experiences. All girls boarding schools are exactly as they sound -- comprised of all girls. There are a variety of locations throughout the country that allow only females to take classes. Coed Ed Boarding Schools Count Toward the Future Let's fact it: Boarding schools haven't exactly been getting a good rep'. In reality, boarding schools and more specifically, coed boarding schools, are like your average high school with a wide range of perks and pluses added on. Military Boarding Schools Military prep schools are high-quality education institutions that emphasize academic growth and leadership development within a structured environment that encourages self-discipline and fosters accountability. Therapeutic Boarding Schools If you're not succeeding in high school or in life, help is available through therapeutic boarding schools. Junior Boarding Schools Junior boarding schools provide younger students (usually ages 8-13) with a nurturing environment that fosters learning, community, and interaction, and offer students the opportunity to build the confidence they need to reach their true potential. The Big Names of Boarding Schools Real-world boarding schools can be thriving communities of students dedicated to academic excellence, and have turned out droves of graduates who have gone on the do better and bigger things. Here's but a small sampling... |