Boarding Schools

Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) pride themselves on being the very best in independent co-education, day and boarding, from age 2-18, situated in the stunning coastal town of Poole on the South coast of England, approximately 1 hr 45 minutes from London Heathrow Airport and 2 hrs from London. BCS recognises that academic success is vitally important in education and is a central component to the opportunities their pupils enjoy once they leave the School. Universities and employers increasingly demand a wide range of skills and experiences, and BCS now has a greater responsibility more than ever to focus on the overall development of their pupils. Whilst academic success is very important, BCS believes that there is more to a good education. As well as ensuring students succeed in exams, they aim to develop character, compassion and service. Throughout a student’s time at the school, they are expected to contribute to the school community and to society. BCS is incredibly proud to deliver an Education with Character; an education which challenges, inspires and excites students and prepares them for the ups and downs of life. Official website https://www.bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk/

Embley (formerly known as Hampshire Collegiate School) is a warm and welcoming co-educational independent day and boarding school situated in the South of England and is approximately 1 hr from London Heathrow Airport and 1.5hrs from London. The school and boarding house is based in beautiful surroundings on a 130-acre site, the school is steeped in history, with listed grounds, woodlands and has several grade 2 listed features. It was the family home of the eminent nurse and statistician Florence Nightingale. Embley has a long record of academic excellence and fantastic facilities to enable young people to uncover new interests and talents, explore subjects beyond the classroom and build resilience; and it nurtures the growth of intellectual curiosity, creativity and independent learning. Official website https://www.embley.org.uk/

Moyles Court is a charming traditional co-educational independent day and boarding school situated on the boundary of the beautiful New Forest National Park in the South West coast of England, approximately 1 hr 45 minutes from London Heathrow Airport and 2 hrs from London. Its facilities include a 16th century Manor House, a modern sports hall, sports fields, an all-weather multi-sports court, science laboratories, computer-only classrooms, industrial design studios, auditoriums, libraries, recreation rooms, canteens and dormitories, all within 14 acres of peaceful heathland, surrounded by woodland streams, lakes and forest ponies. Moyles Court School is an outstanding school owned by the well-known British education group 'Broadway Education'. The schools of this education group have consistently ranked in the top 50 of small schools in the British Times Rankings. The school has been recently recognised by the Independence Schools Association (ISA) for 'Excellence in the Arts' following consistently high results in Art Design & Technology, Textile and Photography. Official website https://www.moylescourt.co.uk/

Talbot Heath is a leading independent girls’ day and boarding school in Dorset that offers girls aged 3-18 an outstanding education within a strong and supportive community. It is situated in a quiet 22 acres woodland campus in Bournemouth, South West of England, approximately 1 hr 45 mins from London Heathrow Airport and 2 hrs from London. Pupils give their best in every field, whether in the classroom, on the sports field, on stage or while fundraising. Achievements are celebrated within a supportive environment; the school's holistic approach to education ensures that students flourish inside and outside of school. Talbot Heath has a long record of academic excellence. Students gain places at the country’s most prestigious universities as a result of their impressive grades. The Daily Telegraph described the school as “a gem in its own right: a small but palpably warm school where individual girls get the attention they deserve”. Official website https://www.talbotheath.org/

Sherfield School is a co-educational independent day & boarding school, located in Sherfield Manor by Sherfield on Loddon in the English county of Hampshire set in 76 acres of beautiful parkland, approximately 1hr from London Heathrow Airport and 1hr 10minutes from London. Sherfield School prides itself on being an outstanding, all-round academic, active and creative school where learners thrive and flourish as they experience the excitement and enjoyment of learning. With small class sizes and bespoke learning, they regularly achieve outstanding results in academic league tables. Sixth Formers are exceptionally well-prepared by dedicated staff for further education and gain entry into some of the best colleges and universities in the world. Regular fieldwork, sports exchanges and cultural trips round out their development and this integrated education instils a lifelong love of learning and culture. Sherfield School tailor their pastoral care to meet your child’s individual needs and aim to foster their unique talents and character, building confidence and respect. Official website https://www.moylescourt.co.uk/