England is an ideal choice for students wishing both to obtain a top-grade education while immersing themselves in a vibrant, architecturally stunning and historically rich country, which has played such an important role in so many significant world events.
Why a British Independent School
The prospect of studying in an English boarding school can be exhilarating, mysterious and eye-opening all at once. These are just a few reasons why, if given the opportunity to encounter this unique experience, you should embrace it without hesitation:
Your primary aim in travelling to the UK may be to sharpen your English skills or to obtain your much-desired GCSEs or A-Levels, but you will probably find plenty to keep you entertained while you are at an independent boarding school. Some of the best ways to make the most out of your education beyond the confines of the classroom include:
According to the Department of Education, in January, 2013, there were around 8.2 million pupils in all schools in England; around 4.3 of these went to state-funded primary schools, and 3.2 million went to state-funded secondary schools. Some 579,700 pupils, meanwhile, went to independent schools, representing a small rise since the previous year.