UK boarding top for Chinese students – survey
The UK remains the top destination for parents choosing a boarding education for their children, according to research by the Boarding Schools' Association.
The UK remains the top destination for parents choosing a boarding education for their children, according to research by the Boarding Schools' Association.
A survey has shown concern among UK international boarding school students about learning at degree level despite already studying in the country.
The British Association of Independent Schools with International Students and the Boarding Schools’ Association have announced a formal partnership.
The UK's high death rate from Covid-19 is concerning parents from Asia, with many unwilling to send their children to UK independent schools.
A small number of international boarding school students are stranded in the UK because of coronavirus and may face problems with their mental health.
Chinese students unable to return home because of the coronavirus outbreak will not be penalised by the UK's Home Office for over staying their visas.
Comprehensive reforms to the UK’s GCSE and A Level exams could mean some international students come to the UK later, independent schools have warned.
Guardianship companies are an interesting facet of the industry, specialising in safeguarding children studying abroad, notably those boarding or living long-term overseas. But there is little government control in this sector, and some stakeholders cite concerns around the "neutral" status of guardians working too closely with a particular school. Natalie Marsh reports.