

One of the oldest and most elite education systems globally, the UK is a popular choice for a world-class education. Its prestigious mix of traditional and modern schools follow a pastoral house system, offer small class sizes and high-quality teaching staff.
UK boarding schools offer A-levels, IBDP and Pre U’s.
Students generally enrol in grade 8 or 11 (year 9 or 12), however, they can enrol at an earlier stage. Our counsellors meet students up to four years in advance of the anticipated year of admission.
Known for its safety, fantastic infrastructure, world-class education facilities, varied curriculum and diverse student population, Switzerland is a popular choice for parents seeking a well-rounded educational experience. Second languages and extracurricular activities like skiing, trekking and hiking are all a part of the mandatory curriculum.
Swiss boarding schools offer IBDP, Swiss Maturité, the French Baccalaureate, A-levels and APs. Some schools offer a combination of these.
Students can start as early as age 7, however, most students enrol in grade 9 or 11. Application procedures usually start a year in advance of the anticipated year of admission.
Boarding schools in India are known for their academic rigour, small class sizes, a wide variety of subjects and extracurricular opportunities beyond what day schools offer. Their proximity to home, safety protocols and relatable environment make them a popular choice with parents.
Most Indian boarding schools offer CBSE, CISCE, IGCSE and IBDP.
Students can start as early as age 7 but grades 9 or 11 are the most preferred years of admission. Application procedures usually start a year in advance of the anticipated year of admission.
Widely considered a stepping stone into universities, the US and Canada offer an array of boarding schools with unique experiences and various academic and extracurricular options. Parents can choose a best-fit school with different resources and methods of teaching like military, therapeutic, preparatory and more.
Most schools in the US and Canada offer college prep curricula, often including AP courses or IBDP.
Students can enrol as early as grade 5 at a junior boarding school, however, most students enrol in grade 9. Students are required to apply a year before they wish to join.
Leading Asian cities like Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Bangkok and others are a melting pot of education and culture. Cutting-edge technology, a thriving expat population, robust development and streamlined efficiency make them international hubs to reckon with. Popular American, British and European boarding schools have set up international boarding school campuses across Asia, such as Marlborough College in Malaysia, Harrow International School in Bangkok and Hong Kong and many more.
Everything from A-levels and IBDP to APs is offered at different schools in different countries.
Most boarding facilities are offered to students from secondary school onwards. It is best to start preparing at least a year in advance of the anticipated year of admission.
Understanding what you are looking for, reviewing your child’s eligibility and discussing different global schooling options
Helping you identify the right schools by country, curriculum, culture and budget and setting a roadmap with goals, timelines and requirements for a successful application
Guiding your child step-by-step through the entire application process, to ensure you and your child put together a standout application
Customised support on statement of purpose drafts, including brainstorming, structuring and editing. Conducting practise videos to ensure a confident interview experience
Support and advice on selecting schools and curricula best suited for your child’s goals
At The Red Pen, we take great pride in a dedicated team who are invested in finding the best-fit boarding school for your child.
Our team includes experts who have attended top boarding schools in the UK and India, including Charterhouse, Sevenoaks School, The International School Bangalore and Welham Girls’ School, among others.
We have country-specific experts who have in-depth knowledge of the boarding school landscape and are well-versed with various global application processes and requirements in the UK (both 13+ & 16+), US, Switzerland, Canada, India, Singapore and more.
Our strong affiliations and network allow us unique opportunities. Every year, we attend ‘Fam Trips’ of over 20 boarding schools which helps us understand the unique offers of each institution.
We organise intimate/small sessions with boarding school representatives and prospective families. In the past, we have hosted face-to-face sessions for Malvern College, Charterhouse, Harrow International School Bangkok and more.
Our reputation in this space has enabled The Red Pen to become an accredited testing partner for multiple boarding schools in the country.
UK
Charterhouse
Concord College
Haileybury
Harrow School
Malvern College
Marlborough College
Millfield School
Rugby School
Sevenoaks School
Wellington College
US & Canada
Appleby College, Canada
Avenues School, US
Friends Seminary, US
Harker School, US
Phillips Academy Andover, US
Phillips Exeter Academy, US
Ridley College, Canada
The Hun School, US
Switzerland
Aiglon College
Collège Alpin Beau Soleil
Institut Le Rosey
Singapore & India
Indus International School, India
Jayshree Periwal International School (JPIS), India
United World Colleges Singapore (UWCSEA), Singapore
UWC Mahindra College Pune (MUWCI), India
Woodstock School, India