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Private Boarding School in Wales
Christ College Brecon:
Located in Brecon, Powys, Mid Wales, 31 miles (48 km) north of Cardiff, Christ College is one of Britain's most ancient schools and is an independent boarding & day school for boys and girls aged 11-18. Christ College is an increasingly popular choice both with parents and with their sons and daughters. Indeed, it is an ideal choice for those seeking a school that offers high academic standards and real personal development in a warm friendly environment, set in a stunning location. Overseas pupils are a valued part of Christ College and make a great contribution to the international nature of our community enhancing the educational and cultural experience.
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Location and Facilities:
Christ College occupies a beautiful site on the outskirts of Brecon, a safe, small market town in the Brecon Beacons National Park. We are situated in an area which contains some of the most spectacular and diverse landscapes in Europe.
However, excellent road and rail links mean that major town and cities are very accessible with Cardiff and Swansea being less than 1 hours drive away; Birmingham just over 2 hours away and London being just over 3 hours drive away.
Facilities include:
- Extensive playing fields, astro turf, tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool, mini astro turf
- Accommodation (6 boarding houses)
- 250 seat theatre
- IT Suite
- Classrooms (12)
- Library
- Chapel
- Social Centre
- Function Room
Boarding Life:
There are six houses spread across the Christ College campus:
- Alway House - A junior boarding and day house for boys and girls in Years 7 and 8.
- de Winton House and Donaldson's House - Senior boarding and day houses for girls in Years 9 to 13.
- Orchard House, School House and St. David's House - Senior boarding and day houses for boys in Years 9 to 13.
Your child will have unrestricted access to their Houseparents and this open-door policy encourages a strong relationship between parents, staff and pupils.
The house system provides stability and the fact that the houses comprise of both Boarding and Day pupils means that all of the pupils in the houses interact in every area of school life. Day pupils benefit from the huge range of activities and superb facilities while Boarders can enjoy friendships that extend well beyond the school gates and into the local community.
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Christ College
Brecon
Wales
UK / GB
Brecon
Wales
UK / GB
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Kent College Pembury
Courses / Programs
Kent College Preparatory School & Kent College Pembury is a leading independent girls' boarding and day school with a Senior School (ages 11-18) and Prep School (ages 3-11) sharing the same site in Kent, in the south-east of England. As well as providing an excellent learning environment, Kent College offers a secure and happy home for boarders. At KC, family-run boarding houses provide spacious, comfortable accommodation and there is a friendly, relaxed atmosphere in all houses. Our boarders come from all over the world and we maintain a good balance of British and international girls in houses and classes.
Most girls are full boarders who stay at weekends, whilst a number of local girls are weekly boarders who go home on Friday evenings. Flexi-boarders pay on a per-night basis.
The Senior curriculum is planned with due regard to the Key Stage 3 (KS3) National Curriculum, although we provide a greater variety of subjects. Students in Years 10 and 11 are usually aged 14 to 16 and follow the two-year GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) course with public examinations at the end of Year 11. In Sixth Form, students can choose from a variety of A-level options.
Prep School Programme for Girls (ages 3-11) and Senior Boarding School Programme for Girls (ages 11-18):
Senior School Curriculum:
- Key Stage 3 (KS3) National Curriculum (Years 7, 8 & 9)
- Years 10 & 11 (GCSE level)
- Sixth Form (A Level)
- Full, weekly & flexi-Boarding Programmes
Senior School Curriculum:
- Key Stage 3 (KS3) National Curriculum (Years 7, 8 & 9)
- Years 10 & 11 (GCSE level)
- Sixth Form (A Level)
- Full, weekly & flexi-Boarding Programmes
Rochester Independent College
Courses / Programs
Located in the County of Kent, just east of London, Rochester Independent College (RIC) is a progressive alternative to conventional secondary education with a happily distinctive ethos. Accepting day students from the age of 11 and boarders from 16, the focus is on exam success in a lively, supportive and informal atmosphere. Students are encouraged to be themselves and achieve exam results that often exceed their expectations.
The College has an atmosphere closer to university than school. About 65 of the College's 280 students are boarders. Our Halls combine the informality of a university residence with the supervision and pastoral support appropriate for young adults.
The College offers students the opportunity to thrive in an atmosphere of managed independence, and acts as a stepping stone between school and university.
Students who are 15 are considered if their 16th birthday falls within the first half term of the academic year. College accommodation is in either single or double rooms. All rooms have a direct telephone and internet connection.
RIC is accredited by the ISC (Independent Schools Council) and a member of the Independent Schools Association.
Testimonial:
“I was so impressed with all the classes & teaching I saw and came away with a very positive view of the College, its ethos & aspirations for the students. The priority of teaching & learning was foremost and the students projected such a positive attitude towards their studies”
- Peter Read, Education Advisor
Programs for Boarding Students ages 16 and up (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
EduKick Manchester – Football & Education Courses
Courses / Programs
EduKick, Inc is a leading organization that provides international football academies, academic year soccer boarding schools, monthly & summer camps abroad, with the aim of equipping young student soccer players for life’s challenges in a way no other experience can. As well as being prepared for a competitive international soccer environment, our students also learn a deep appreciation for a new language and culture.
EduKick Manchester - Football & Education Courses invites English and non-English speaking soccer players from around the world to join our unique soccer boarding school in Manchester in North West England.
We welcome boys and girls ages 13+ to join our academic year-long and half-academic year soccer boarding programs, as well as monthly and weekly soccer camps. Our long-term programs combine academic studies with daily football training from professional coaches.
EduKick's programs are available in the UK, Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Mexico, China, Brazil, Israel, Canada and the U.S.
Parent Testimonial:
"For Cody, Edukick was a truly amazing experience! He met other boys from all over the world and made lasting friendships. The soccer training and facilities were excellent."
- Patti, Mother of Cody - Canada
EduKick Manchester – Football & Education Courses: Soccer Boarding School offering full-time academic studies and daily high level technical football training.
- Academic Year Football Program
- 1/2 Academic Year Football Program
- Monthly Football Camps
- Weekly Football Camps
- English as a Second Language (ESL) included in all programs
- BTEC Sports Studies program available for English-speaking students
- Academic Year Football Program
- 1/2 Academic Year Football Program
- Monthly Football Camps
- Weekly Football Camps
- English as a Second Language (ESL) included in all programs
- BTEC Sports Studies program available for English-speaking students
Langley School, Norfolk
Courses / Programs
Situated in Langley, Norfolk, just 10 miles south-east of Norwich in south-east England, Langley School is a day school, boarding school and sixth form for boys and girls ages 10-19. We provide a full and comprehensive secondary school and university prep curriculum alongside Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding, Flexi/Occasional Boarding, and Day Boarding options.Langley School exists to provide a first-class, all round education within a friendly, inclusive and supportive community. By focusing relentlessly on improving standards our students will learn to be independent, valued citizens and develop their abilities to the full.
We select co-educational boarders and day pupils, based on their overall potential, who are prepared to benefit from and be active partners in the continued success of Langley private schools.
Day School, Boarding School & Sixth Form Programmes for Boys & Girls Ages 10-19:
Boarding options include:
- Full Boarding; Weekly Boarding; Flexi/Occasional Boarding; Day Boarding
Core curriculum subjects:
- English; Maths; Sciences; Humanities; Media Studies; Modern Languages; Technology; Drama; Music; Art; Social Sciences; PE and Games..
Extra-Curricular Activities:
- Arts and Crafts; Sports; Duke of Edinburgh; Music; First Aid; Academic; Design Technology; Drama; History Society; Debating; Polo...
Boarding options include:
- Full Boarding; Weekly Boarding; Flexi/Occasional Boarding; Day Boarding
Core curriculum subjects:
- English; Maths; Sciences; Humanities; Media Studies; Modern Languages; Technology; Drama; Music; Art; Social Sciences; PE and Games..
Extra-Curricular Activities:
- Arts and Crafts; Sports; Duke of Edinburgh; Music; First Aid; Academic; Design Technology; Drama; History Society; Debating; Polo...
Queen Ethelburga's College
Courses / Programs
Located in York in the north-east of England, Queen Ethelburga's College is a private day & boarding school for boys & girls of all ages, from Kindergarten all the way up to A-level. Queen Ethelburga's welcomes boarding pupils ages 5 to 18. Our Collegiate comprises four schools and a kindergarten, each with its own unique qualities, but all sharing a common purpose of providing students with a first class education and the opportunity to work towards higher education and a successful career.No matter whether a child joins our boarding community in the Prep School or in the Sixth Form; whether they choose to stay with us all week, all term, or occasionally, there will be a warm welcome in one of our boarding houses.
The number of girls or boys to a room varies - normally from 4 down to 1 or 2 (dependent on age and availability). Queen Ethelburga's has it all - excellent academic results, a great deal of fun and excitement out of school hours, a huge number of things to do with loads of equipment and facilities.
There are strong academic standards across the Foundation, and students are encouraged to have high expectations for their achievement and career prospects.
The Queen's Kindergarten:
- Children from 3-months to 3-years of age
Chapter House Preparatory School:
- Students ages 3-10
King's Magna Middle School:
- Students ages 10-14
Queen Ethelburga's College:
- Students ages 14-19
- Traditional curriculum of GCSEs and A Levels
The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's
- Students ages 14-19
- Offering a wider, career-based curriculum
- Children from 3-months to 3-years of age
Chapter House Preparatory School:
- Students ages 3-10
King's Magna Middle School:
- Students ages 10-14
Queen Ethelburga's College:
- Students ages 14-19
- Traditional curriculum of GCSEs and A Levels
The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's
- Students ages 14-19
- Offering a wider, career-based curriculum
Warminster School
Courses / Programs
Located in West Wiltshire, in the South West of England (90 minutes from London), Warminster School is an independent, day and boarding school for boys and girls from the age of 3 to 18. Warminster School provides a warm, open and friendly Pre-Prep, Preparatory, and Senior School academic environment in which pupils are well cared for, well educated, and encouraged to respect the staff and each other. Our five Boarding Houses have a welcoming and friendly atmosphere and the experienced resident House staff provide a warm and supportive environment. All Houses have a Common Room and computer facilities that students can use in the evenings and weekends.
There is 24 hour seven day supervision and care during term-time and a wide range of activities and trips are available with lots of opportunity to acquire new skills.
As the first school in the region to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma to Sixth Formers in addition to the traditional A-Level programme, we are confident that we deliver high quality education at a level to suit all our students.
Preparatory & Senior School Programmes:
- GCSE's
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- A Level programme
- AS and A2 qualifications
Core subjects include:
- Art
- Business Studies & Economics
- Drama
- English as a Foreign Language
- English
- Geography
- History
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Foreign Languages
- Music
- Physical Education
- Psychology, and more
- GCSE's
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- A Level programme
- AS and A2 qualifications
Core subjects include:
- Art
- Business Studies & Economics
- Drama
- English as a Foreign Language
- English
- Geography
- History
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Foreign Languages
- Music
- Physical Education
- Psychology, and more