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Set on a spectacular 28-hectare campus in the Western Cape, South Africa, surrounded by mountains and beside a river, Bridge House School offers young people from around the world an extraordinary place to learn, live, grow and flourish – just an hour from Cape Town and its international airport.

A co-educational boarding and day school with an outstanding academic record, Bridge House offers family-style boarding from Grade 6 (age 12) and a child-centred, globally relevant education.

Students follow the rigorous Independent Examinations Board curriculum, with a 100% matriculation pass rate and graduates progressing to leading universities in the UK, USA, Europe, Australia and South Africa.

Excellent facilities support sport, performing arts, technology, outdoor learning, leadership and service. Comfortable boarding houses and caring staff create a supportive home where friendships flourish.

As a Round Square school, Bridge House offers international experiences that build confidence, independence and a truly global outlook.

Set in 550 acres of beautiful Irish countryside, just 30 kilometres from Dublin Airport, Clongowes is Ireland’s only full boarding school for boys, welcoming students aged 12–18 from Ireland, the UK and around the world.

Because every boy boards, the whole school lives, learns and enjoys life together, creating deep friendships, belonging and a vibrant seven-day community. Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of ‘care of the individual’, dedicated staff support each boy academically, personally and spiritually.

Boys are stretched academically and study for the Irish Leaving Certificate, widely accepted by universities in the UK and worldwide.

Outstanding facilities support daily sport alongside music, drama, debating and public speaking, helping boys discover their talents, grow in confidence and become young men of character, purpose and independence.

Pupils and their families also join a close-knit, lifelong community whose connections endure long after graduation.

Set in over 50 acres of Surrey countryside, Gordon’s is a leading UK co-educational boarding school, combining outstanding education and boarding with exceptional value: the government covers tuition and families pay for boarding.

Non-selective, yet among the highest-performing schools nationally, Gordon’s combines academic ambition with exceptional pastoral care. Welcoming boarding houses and dedicated staff create a warm community where boys and girls live with friends, feel known and valued, and flourish.

An extended school day and over 128 activities offer opportunities in sport, music, drama, adventure, leadership and service, supported by excellent facilities.

Founded as a National Memorial to General Gordon, unique parades and the famous Pipes and Drums build pride, discipline and belonging. Gordon’s prepares young people not simply for examinations, but for life – with confidence, character, resilience and ambition.

Set on a spectacular 1,600-hectare estate in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, about 20 minutes by car from Pietermaritzburg Airport, Hilton College is an all-boys school where everyone boards, creating a close-knit, seven-day community and friendships that last a lifetime.

Boys from around 20 countries enjoy an exceptional education combining traditional values with forward-looking teaching.  They can follow British A levels or South Africa’s Independent Examinations Board curriculum, with pathways to leading universities in the UK, US and worldwide.

Sport is a major part of Hilton life, with exceptional facilities and opportunities across rugby, cricket, hockey, football, basketball, tennis, golf, swimming, athletics and more.

Music and the arts flourish too, supported by excellent teaching, the new Chamberlain Music Centre and a large theatre.  Beyond these, the estate’s working farm and wildlife reserve, home to giraffe and zebra, offer extraordinary scope for outdoor adventure.  Boys leave with confidence, character and a spirit of service.

Set on a spectacular 125-acre campus in the hills near Durban, South Africa - just 40 minutes from the coast and the city’s international airport - Kearsney is a prestigious independent boys’ boarding school, welcoming boys into a close-knit community rich in friendship, opportunity and adventure.

Academic excellence is a priority, with small classes, dedicated teachers and an outstanding record in the Independent Examinations Board curriculum, preparing boys for leading universities in the UK, South Africa and worldwide.

Excellent boarding facilities and pastoral care combine with camaraderie and fun, helping boys develop independence and confidence while enjoying life with friends.

Kearsney is renowned for balance. World-class sporting facilities support 14 sports, while music, art and drama flourish: its internationally acclaimed choir has won multiple World Choir Games titles and performs around the globe.

Together, these opportunities help boys find their talents and grow into young men of character, honour and ambition.

Set on a beautiful 18-acre green campus in Waterford, with Dublin and Cork airports both easily accessible, Newtown is a welcoming co-educational boarding and day school where young people from Ireland and around the world learn, live and grow together.

Founded in 1798, Newtown’s distinctive Quaker ethos places equality, respect and kindness at the heart of school life. Small classes and excellent teaching encourage strong academic achievement, while students develop the confidence, independence and curiosity to prepare for university in Ireland, the UK and worldwide, and life beyond school.

Boarding is central to Newtown’s friendly community, with caring staff, comfortable houses and shared experiences creating a genuine sense of home and lifelong friendships.

Sport, swimming, music, drama, debating, outdoor pursuits and many other activities give students opportunities to participate, discover new interests and find their voice. Inclusive and multi-denominational, Newtown values every individual and encourages young people to become confident in who they are and respectful of others.

Richard Huish College offers a rare opportunity for 16–19-year-olds: an outstanding sixth-form education combined with high-quality boarding, without the tuition fees of the UK independent sector.

With over 50 courses to choose from and an exceptional academic record – including a 99% A-level pass rate in 2026 – students can shape a programme around their interests, talents and future ambitions.

Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’, Oak House offers a modern boarding environment with study bedrooms, social areas and a vibrant community where young people live with friends, enjoy greater independence and develop the confidence and life skills that make the transition to university or employment feel more natural.

Dedicated tutors and caring house staff ensure students are well known and supported, while sport, music, performing arts, societies, trips and other enrichment create opportunities far beyond the classroom.

Located in Taunton, Somerset, Huish combines academic ambition with freedom, friendship and growing independence, preparing young adults to take their next steps with confidence.

St George’s is a distinctive UK co-educational boarding school for ages 11–18, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted for education and boarding and offering exceptional value: the government covers tuition and families pay for boarding.

Founded in Harpenden in 1907, St George’s combines history and tradition with a dynamic modern education.  Its Christian foundation and ‘Aim Higher’ ethos encourage every student to develop academically while growing in confidence, compassion and character.

Boarding is woven into school life.  Caring staff and a close-knit community create a welcoming second home where boys and girls live with friends, develop independence and enjoy the fun of evening activities, weekend trips and social events.

Outstanding pastoral care ensures students are known and supported, while extensive opportunities across sport, music, performing arts, clubs, leadership and more help them discover their strengths.

Warm, inclusive and full of character, St George’s encourages young people to get involved, aim higher and make the most of every opportunity.

Set on a magnificent 80-acre campus beside the River Liffey, yet just 20 minutes from Dublin Airport, The King’s Hospital School is one of Ireland’s oldest and most respected co-educational boarding schools.

Founded in 1669, the school combines over 350 years of tradition with a dynamic modern education, strong academics and excellent progression to university in Ireland, the UK and beyond.

Modern boarding houses with live-in staff provide a supportive home where boys and girls live with friends, enjoy a busy social life and develop confidence and independence.  Full and weekly boarding options offer flexibility for families.

Outstanding facilities and extensive opportunities in sport, music, performing arts, clubs and enrichment allow students to discover their talents, have fun and get involved.

The first school in the Republic of Ireland to receive the Inclusive School Award with Centre of Excellence status, The King’s Hospital School combines ambition with a genuinely welcoming community, helping young people grow into confident, curious and considerate individuals.

Set in 25 acres of leafy grounds, close to Birmingham and major transport links, The Royal School Wolverhampton offers co-educational boarding from age 11 with exceptional value: the UK government covers tuition and families pay for boarding.

The Royal combines strong academics with a rich extended day, giving young people opportunities across sport, music, performing arts, clubs, leadership and adventure.

Boarding has been at the heart of the school for generations. Caring houseparents create a warm, family atmosphere where pupils from the UK and overseas live with friends, enjoy evening and weekend activities and develop confidence, independence and respect for others. Full and weekly boarding options are available.

Sport is a particular strength, with excellent facilities and an elite swimming programme producing competitors at national and international level.

With its distinctive heritage, diverse community and breadth of opportunity, The Royal encourages every young person to discover their strengths, broaden their horizons and fulfil their potential.

Located in Limerick, just 25 minutes from Shannon International Airport, Villiers School is a welcoming co-educational boarding school where students from more than 60 countries learn, live and grow together.

Founded in 1821, Villiers combines academic ambition with small classes, individual support and a genuinely inclusive community.

In 2026, the school was awarded the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) Excellence Award for Inclusion and Belonging, recognising its commitment to ensuring every student feels valued and supported.

Unique among Irish boarding schools, senior students can choose between the Irish Leaving Certificate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, opening pathways to universities in Ireland, the UK and worldwide.

Boarding is at the heart of the Villiers family, where caring staff help young people feel known and supported, while friendships, fun and shared experiences build confidence and independence.

Warm, diverse and outward-looking, Villiers prepares young people to thrive in an interconnected world as confident, compassionate and responsible global citizens.