A passage to adulthood

Attending boarding school is no longer about convenience for expats living abroad, rather educators believe students develop important life skills, setting them up for success in the future. 

Some of the world’s best universities are located in the United States and the competition to gain entry into top schools can be fierce. Developing a competitive edge is key, and it’s become a compelling enough reason for parents to send their children abroad to study at schools with boarding programmes. 

Dean Topodas, Director of Residential Life at Windermere Preparatory School (WPS), said the school’s boarding offering was actively sought out by families as a catalyst to enable their children to attend a university in the US. He said many parents were persuaded by  the quality of education, extracurricular activities and opportunities on offer.