Boarding school in England

Start your global future at an international boarding school in the UK

With our private school campus in the UK, EF Academy offers students a British boarding school education with a modern, global perspective. Our renowned academic diplomas, expert university advising program and one-to-one student support provides students with an international boarding school experience in England that opens them to a world of opportunities.

EF Academy's private school in the UK

Our experiential learning approach guides students to explore their interests and immerse themselves in learning by doing. Together with our experienced faculty, university advisors and peaceful campus setting, our international school in the UK creates the perfect academic environment for curious learners to attain success for university and beyond.

Stand out with a UK boarding school education

Reach your dream university with an internationally recognized high school diploma. Our boarding school in England offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and British A-Level qualifications. The first-class curriculum and subject options make them respected degrees among leading universities.


Every EF Academy student receives one-to-one university guidance from an experienced university advisor who helps them define their university path, prepare applications and stand out in interviews and personal statements. This personalized approach of our school sets both local and international students in the UK apart by giving them a head start to preparing for the next chapter of their lives.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

This internationally-recognized diploma is respected by universities worldwide as a rigorous high school qualification. Students study six subject at standard and higher level to build a diploma that highlights their strengths and puts internationalism at the core of the curriculum.

  • 2-year program

  • Ages 16-19

  • Grades 11-12

  • Offered in: New York, Pasadena,* Oxford

A-Levels

The traditional British high school curriculum allows students to study a select few subjects at a high level. Students who want to attend university in the UK or have clear career aspirations from an early age choose A-Levels as a way to focus on their interests and develop in-depth subject knowledge.

  • 2-year program

  • Ages 16-18

  • Grades 11-12

  • Offered in: Oxford

A welcoming boarding school campus

Our community of students and educators from around the world brings a modern, open-minded perspective to the traditional British boarding school experience. Be inspired by the UK culture while gaining the international exposure needed to succeed in today's world - all while living in the safety of our campus and being looked after by caring counsellors, residential staff and activities coordinators.

  • Supervised halls of residence

  • Science laboratories and seminar-sized classrooms

  • A caring support network on campus and in your home country

Hands-on clubs and activities

By taking part in a broad range of co-curricular activities and excursions, students nurture new and existing interests that encourage lifelong learning. Our weekly clubs, sports and trips to local attractions are part of what makes going to private school in England an awe-inspiring and unforgettable experience.

  • 30+ clubs and activities

  • Sports teams and competitions

  • Weekly excursions and field trips

EF Academy boarding school campus in the UK

Our international boarding school in the UK is home to students from all over the world. Our campus provides a transformational private school education against the inspirational backdrop of the British landscape.

Boarding school experiences at EF Academy

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