Boarding Accommodation

Boarding schools can be single or mixed gender; religious or not, for domestic or international student, or a combination of both. Rooms can be single, double, triple or quadruple with private or shared bathroom. Nursing and laundry services are normally provided in all schools.

Generally speaking, boarding programs provide all services, from uniforms and food to sports and recreational activities, from school supplies and mentoring to medical services.

Boarding schools promote values such as independence, self-discipline, respect for others as well as an organized, active and healthy lifestyle. You will learn to be self-sufficient, collaborative, inclusive and a positive contributor to the school’s community, in brief, you will be trained to face life with independence and maturity, similar to the university lifestyle.

Who is the ideal student for a small town?
These types of small cities are ideal for those students who want to improve the language through integration into the local community.

What are the advantages of a small city?
Small cities provide easy mobility, accessibility and safety. This is ideal for those students who are going to have their first overseas experience without their parents.

Are there other important factors to consider?
Compared to large cities, homestays in small cities are generally less expensive. Additionally, international students are placed with families who match the students’ interests. This allows the building of life-long relationships while deepening a mutual knowledge of each other’s culture.

Who is the ideal student for a large city?
Those students who are independent and used to the urban lifestyle, e.g. commuting with public transportation. Also, cities are the ideal environment for those students who have had overseas experience before.

What are the advantages of a city?
The greatest advantages of choosing a highly-populated area are the multicultural atmosphere, abundance, and accessibility to local attractions, museums, entertainment, and events.

Are there other important factors to consider?
Homestays services are generally more expensive than in small towns, and the interaction between student and host family and community may be less frequent due to a fast-paced and busy lifestyle.

How can international students engage with the local community?
International students can get involved in sports or cultural, recreational and social activities.