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Stanborough Secondary School:
Stanborough Secondary School in Stanborough Park, Watford, Hertfordshire, in the East region of England, is an independent, co-educational school with a strong and established academic tradition. The Seventh Day Adventist Christian roots of the school make it welcoming to all faiths and pupils from around the world. With over 40 nationalities of students ages 3-–18, Stanborough is often referred to as the United Nations. Our spacious boarding school provides accommodation for over 60 boarders from ages 11-18.

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K-12 International Primary & Secondary School for Boys & Girls Ages 3-18:

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- The International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
A two-year, Pre-University course, which is preferred over A-levels by many universities and designed for highly motivated students from the age of 16.

- International School for students aged 11 to 18
This course is offered to students who wish to continue their studies according to the British curriculum or improve their English Language (ESL). The International School is ideal for those students who intend to study at a British or American University.

- Summer English School for students aged 11-16
On completion of the course, successful students will receive a certificate in ESL.

- Study Course
Students from 11 to 18 can experience British culture by enrolling in an English Literature, English History or English (ESL) course. Courses run from as short as one week. Non-native speakers will receive extra tuition in English during their stay. All students will receive a course certificate for successful course completion. The study course is an opportunity to meet new friends from around the world and live in a multicultural environment.

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Located in over 40 acres of beautiful parkland and only 30 minutes from London, the school provides the ideal setting for learning. By placing emphasis on a wide range of cultures and curriculum choices, we aim to develop our pupils in as many ways as possible. The School offers a balanced and challenging education, which will stand our pupils in good stead in their future careers and within the community at large.

International Baccalaureate:
The International Baccalaureate Diploma is a two-year, Pre-University course, which is preferred over A-levels by many universities. Stanborough School is one of the few schools offering the prestigious IB.

The International Baccalaureate was established in 1968. It is designed for highly motivated students from the age of 16. The IB fulfills all national and international requirements for university entry. The IB provides students with the knowledge and values needed to make sound judgments.

Students taking the IB will gain the skills and attitudes necessary for success in higher education and employment within the global community. The IB is offered at schools in over 80 different countries.

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Vinehall School, East Sussex
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Located in Robertsbridge on the East Sussex / Kent border, Vinehall School is an independent prep school for boys and girls ages 2-13. Boarding facilities are provided from Year 3 onwards for students from throughout the UK and international students from around the world. We offer nursery, kindergarten, pre-prep and prep school programmes.

Situated within easy each of Heathrow and Gatwick airports, as well as the Eurotunnel, our school is set in 47 acres of parkland in an area of outstanding natural beauty. We combine the best elements of a traditional school with a refreshing 21st century approach, with our students benefiting from our excellent modern facilities.

Children leave Vinehall with an excellent education, a set of core values, friendships which will last a lifetime and of course, happy memories. We aim to ensure that when the time comes for them to move on to senior schools, we have given them the best possible preparation for the next stage of their journey to adulthood.
- Prep School (Years 3-8)
- Individual and small group lessons in English are offered to children for whom English is not a first language.
- Junior Boarding: Full-time & part-time boarding facilities available for children in Years 3-6
- Senior Boarding: Full-time boarding facilities for students in Years 7-8

Further Education Programmes:
- Pre-Prep School (Reception Year & Years 1-2)
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Wellington School, Somerset
Courses / Programs
Wellington School, located in Wellington, Somerset (140 miles west of London), is a co-educational independent day school for Nursery, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form pupils which also offers boarding facilities for students from the age of 10 upwards. Starting at the age of three, Wellington Junior School offers the widest range of academic, creative, social and sporting opportunities in these crucial formative years.

Wellington Senior School follows with outstanding, all round education for day pupils and boarders, right up to age 18. In fee levels and A/B grades at A level, Wellington ranks in the top 10 schools nationally for value for money.

Dedicated House Staff and a personal tutor for each pupil oversee every aspect of a student’s welfare and academic progress and, as in all good partnerships, high standards of courtesy and mutual respect are expected and encouraged. Students register in house groups and attend house meetings, chapels and assemblies together to create a strong sense of belonging.
Co-educational Day & Boarding School Programmes:

- Day Programmes (ages 3-18)
- Boarding Programmes (ages 10+)
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Fulneck School, Leeds
Courses / Programs
Fulneck School, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire (44 miles from Manchester) in the north of England is an independent school offering nursery, junior, senior and sixth form education from the ages of 3-18. Boarders are accepted from the age of 9. Fulneck is a popular boarding school with separate houses for boys and girls. Boarding is offered on a full, weekly or flexible basis, reflecting the needs of the modern family.

Your child’s needs are catered for in our relaxed family atmosphere where the needs of the individual are paramount. Most students are accommodated in single or double rooms. The boarding houses are run by experienced, caring staff who understand the needs of young people who are away from their families.

We ensure our boarders feel at home in our safe and secure surroundings. There is an excellent system of pastoral care which ensures the welfare and well-being of each individual. Boarders are encouraged to personalise their rooms to make them feel comfortable and to ensure their life in our boarding house truly is a ‘home from home’.
- Day Programmes for Boys & Girls (Ages 3-18)
- Residential Boarding Programmes (Ages 9-18)

Core subjects include:
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Design Technology
- English Literature
- Geography
- German
- Government and Politics
- History
- Art...
Bellerbys College
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The UK’s No. 1 choice for international students – More international students choose to study at Bellerbys College than any other college or school in the UK.

Bellerbys College has over 55 years’ experience in successfully preparing international students for university in the UK, delivering consistently excellent academic results and progressing students to top Universities with outstanding progression rates across all programmes.

Our specialist colleges in Oxford, Cambridge and London and our modern boarding school in Brighton offer excellent state-of-the-art facilities and expert, specialist teachers. We attract students from all over the world, from as young as 13 because of our outstanding results and the college’s modern and stimulating environment.

We aim to educate young people to the highest academic standard, in a safe, enjoyable and friendly environment that enables students to fulfill their academic potential and achieve their personal goals.
Colleges in Brighton, Cambridge, London and Oxford.

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GCSE Pathway Programme

A-Level Programme

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- Business, Finance and Management
- Business with Law
- Business with Marketing
- Chemical Engineering
- Engineering & Computer Science
- Humanities
- Law
- Management & Computing Systems Foundation
- Media
- Science and Pharmacy

Undergraduate Year 1 in Business and Management

Pre-Masters Programme

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Rochester Independent College
Courses / Programs
Situated in Kent, just 35 minutes south-east of London, Rochester Independent College (RIC) is an alternative to conventional secondary education, and provides day programs (ages 11+) and boarding programs (ages 16+) to students from the U.K. and international students. About 65 of the College's 280 students are boarders.

The College has an atmosphere closer to university than school. We offer students the opportunity to thrive in an atmosphere of managed independence that acts as a stepping stone between school and university.

At RIC, there is no uniform, no bells ring and everybody is on first name terms. Students are encouraged to be themselves and achieve exam results that often exceed their expectations.

“My wife and I left RIC after our visit convinced it was the right move for our daughter. In fact, it’s the kind of school we both would have loved to have gone to ourselves.”
- Parent Testimonial
Alternative Secondary School Education:
- Day students ages 11+
- Boarding Students ages 16+ (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)

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- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
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Twyford School
Courses / Programs
Twyford School is a Christian, co-educational independent day and boarding school for girls and boys ages 3-13 years. We are located in Twyford Village in Hampshire on the southern coast of England, approximately 3 miles south of Winchester and 10 miles north of Southampton. We offer high quality education and our past students have gained many scholarships to a wide range of independent schools. International pupils are very welcome at Twyford, and we have an excellent record of placing boys and girls at English senior schools.

Pupils may board from Year 4 onward (ages 8 years +). Weekly boarding is an integral part of Twyford School. In recent years, over 80% of Year 8 have weekly boarded in preparation for their senior schools, or simply because they want to take advantage of the opportunities that boarding offers.

The Boarding House provides a safe, comfortable environment and lots of fun. The staff offer a varied programme of activities each evening and the boys and girls may choose between art, football, swimming, ICT or board games.
- Co-Educational Day Programmes (Ages 3-13)
- Weekly & Flexible Boarding Programmes (Ages 8+)

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