Swiss boarding
International campuses, often IB, high pastoral standards and premium fees. Strong for multilingual families aiming at global universities.
- IB pathways
- Low staff-to-student ratios
- Guardian required under 18
- Apply 9–15 months ahead
Swiss & UK Boarding Schools
Swiss & UK boarding schools — a future that starts at school
- ✓ Switzerland & UK shortlists
- ✓ IB and A-Levels
- ✓ Legal guardianship
- ✓ Regular parent reports
ArenOne focuses on reputable Swiss and UK boarding schools: admission, student visa, legal guardianship and structured family reporting — with the university path in mind from day one.
UK boarding
British academic tradition, A-Level or IB, clear routes into UK universities. Competitive entry; visa/CAS and guardianship must be planned before deposits.
- A-Level / IB
- Student visa & CAS
- Legal guardianship
- Entrance test prep
How we work
Academic & language assessment → school shortlist → tests/interview prep → visa & guardian → settling-in with termly reporting. Summer/Winter Camp can be used as a readiness trial.
How it works, step by step
- 1
Child's assessment
Academic level, language and interests evaluated; family budget defined.
- 2
School selection
Several suitable reputable schools shortlisted; applications sent.
- 3
Tests & interview
We prepare your child for entrance tests and the school interview.
- 4
Visa & legal guardian
Student visa, housing and a legal guardian registered per the destination's law.
- 5
Start & reporting
Accompanied until settled; regular academic and welfare reports to the family.
Frequently asked questions
From what age can my child go?
Most boarding schools accept from 11–13 (some from 8); under-16s legally require a guardian in the destination country, which we register.
What does a year cost?
German and Spanish schools from ~€20–35k, UK £30–50k, Switzerland higher. Fees include boarding and meals; we filter options by your budget.
My child's language is weak — is that a problem?
No — many schools run foundation language years or support classes alongside lessons. Younger age = faster learning.
Should we try Summer Camp before boarding?
Not mandatory — but a strong Switzerland/UK Summer Camp or Winter Camp is often the best readiness trial for language, independence and group life, and it sharpens the boarding shortlist.
What visa do parents get?
Short-stay visas suffice for visits; some countries allow an accompanying-parent permit — we review it with your own file.
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