UK Boarding schools enjoy a good reputation across the globe, for both British and international students. All British boarding schools are subject to the usual compulsory inspections and regulations and are required to meet high standards with all teaching, pastoral care and facilities.

Many boarding schools in the UK are old, well-established institutions which have been run for generations. They are housed in beautiful buildings steeped in history but still provide modern classrooms and facilities.

For international students, British boarding schools allow an immersive environment which can help students to quickly improve their grasp of the English language.

What Are British Boarding Schools Like?

Whether you choose a boarding school in England, a boarding school in Scotland or one in Wales, the standard of education and care will always be high. Most British boarding schools will have a mixture of international and British students, and many will have a mix of boarders and “day” students (who do not board at the school). This creates a real mixture of people from different backgrounds and can help to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

The majority of British boarding schools will close for the summer break and Christmas holidays, with pupils returning home to their families. Some will stay open for shorter half-term holidays, but there are no lessons. Instead pupils are supervised by staff and different activities are usually available.

 Here are some for you to take a look at

Concord College

Acton Burnell Hall, Acton Burnell, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England SY5 7PF
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 13 - 19 Years Day & Boarding (Full)
Concord College is an international community sharing a culture of excellence and joyful learning infused throughout with our core values of rigour, creativity and kindness.
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Ellesmere College

Ellesmere, Shropshire, England SY12 9AB
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 7 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Full, Weekly)
With a focus on academic and personal success from Years 3 to 13, Ellesmere College is a leading co-educational day and boarding school that ensures every pupil is truly Life:Ready.
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Denstone College

Denstone, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, England ST14 5HN
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 4 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
MISSION STATEMENT To shine the light – provide inspiration, discovery and understanding to our pupils by delivering excellence in the classroom and beyond. To enable the journey - create opportunities by promoting the...
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Abbotsholme School

Rocester, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, England ST14 5BS
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 2 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Abbotsholme School is an independent day and boarding School for boys and girls aged 2-18. Set within 140 acres of beautiful countryside on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire boarder. Pupils at Abbotsholme have a balanced...
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Kimbolton School

Kimbolton, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England PE28 0EA
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 4 - 18 Years Boarding (Weekly)
We are an HMC independent (‘private’) day and boarding school for boys and girls of almost 1100 pupils aged 4 to 18.
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King's Ely, Senior

Ely, Cambridgeshire, England CB7 4DB
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 13 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Full)
King’s Ely Senior is a school steeped in history but with a forward thinking, progressive outlook. We are down to earth, but with a sense of ambition and a genuinely holistic approach, a school where there is a refreshing...
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The Leys School

Trumpington Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England CB2 7AD
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 11 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Full, Weekly)
The Purpose of The Leys is to play our part in changing the world for the better. We do this by making a positive difference to the lives, values and prospects of Leysians, by being professional, caring and rewarding in...
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Ratcliffe College

Fosse Way, Ratcliffe-on-the-Wreake, Leicestershire, England LE7 4SG
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 3 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Flexi, Full, Weekly)
Ratcliffe College is a Catholic independent school in Leicestershire. Providing a co-educational experience for ages 3-18, with boarding from age 11.
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Uppingham School

Uppingham, Rutland, England LE15 9QE
Private School (Fee Paying) Co-Educational 13 - 18 Years Day & Boarding (Full)
For the forward thinkers, makers, debaters and creators. The pioneers who ask why. And why not. For tomorrow’s leaders; Not defined by where they have gone. But where they are yet to go.
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