Boarding Schools in North America are a great choice for both local and expat families as they offer globally recognized curricula, outstanding academics plus a nurturing environment for children. Discover our selection of the best Boarding Schools in North America, including reviews, fees, and why families choose them.
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2025ISSH International School of Schaffhausen
0 reviewsSchaffhausen - SwitzerlandInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 24590 to 54090 chfThe International School of Schaffhausen (ISSH) is a place where students feel at home away from home.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025St. Stephen's School Rome
0 reviewsRome - LazioInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 28960 to 49413 eurAn IB World School located in the heart of Rome. A connected community driven by our 5 core values of Scholarship, Integrity, Creativity, Independence, and Care.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Epsom College in Malaysia
0 reviewsBandar Enstek - Negeri SembilanInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 95850 to 158880 myrFounded in 2014, Epsom College in Malaysia is the only sister school of the prestigious Epsom College in the UK, which was honoured as ‘Independent School of the Year 2022.’ Epsom College in Malaysia provides a transformative learning experience, combining over 200 years of excellence in education and pastoral care with a wide array of opportunities.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English French MandarinBritish Curriculum Cambridge CurriculumIntellectual Giftedness -
2025Regents International School Pattaya
4 reviewsPattaya - Bang Lamung DistrictInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 133200 to 680675 thbRegents International School Pattaya is like no other school in Thailand. As part of the family of 66 Nord Anglia schools located around the world, we provide unique learning opportunities far beyond the ordinary. We are an exciting, vibrant and inclusive school which has something to offer to every child and every family in our dynamic and diverse community.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025International Bilingual School of Provence
0 reviewsLuynes - Aix-en-ProvenceInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 10250 to 35855 eurThe International Bilingual School of Provence, an independent coeducational school located near Aix-en-Provence in the south of France, owes its international character to the diversity of its student population.Why parents choose this schoolBilingual English FrenchBritish Curriculum French Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025THINK Global School
0 reviewsNew York City - New YorkBoarding Schoolfrom to 94050 usdTHINK Global School is the world’s first traveling high school. Attendees between the ages of 15-18 gain an education by living in four different countries each year –ten countries total– learning firsthand from their multicultural experiences. During their time in-country, students gain the expertise necessary to bring about change in our increasingly global world.Why parents choose this schoolAmerican Curriculum -
2025AMADEUS International School Vienna
0 reviewsVienna - AustriaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 13200 to 52000 eurAMADEUS International School Vienna is a unique day and first-class boarding IB World school with an integrated Music and Arts Academy.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate -
2025Prince of Wales Island International School
0 reviewsBalik Pulau - George TownInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 30,000 to 60,000 myrWelcome to Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS). We offer a broad and balanced education based on a British-style curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025Smiling International School
1 reviewsFerrara - Emilia RomagnaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 6980 to 19600 eurSmiling International School is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education and it is also an International Baccalaureate® World School authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate Italian Curriculum OtherADHD Autism Dyslexia Intellectual Giftedness -
2025Keystone Academy
5 reviewsBeijing - ChinaInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 250000 to 387500 cnyKeystone Academy is an innovative and unique school in China and the world.
Why parents choose this schoolChinese EnglishAmerican Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Préfleuri International Alpine School
3 reviewsVillars - VaudInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 12500 to 17850 chfPréfleuri is an exclusive international boarding school in the Swiss Alps that caters for children from 3 to 13 years of age.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum French Curriculum -
2025Bromsgrove International School Thailand
2 reviewsBangkok - Central ThailandInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 314670 to 630780 thbBromsgrove International School Thailand (BIST) is a British Curriculum Day and Boarding School for students aged 2-18.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025North London Collegiate School Jeju
5 reviewsSeogwipo City - JejuInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 25500 to 35500 usdNLCS Jeju provides a stimulating and diverse experience in which every child is challenged and supported to realise their potential.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum International Baccalaureate -
2025Ranum Efterskole College
5 reviewsRanum - North Denmark RegionBoarding Schoolfrom 187320 to dkkRanum Efterskole College is a Danish-International residential school, where students can combine IGCSEs with a wide range of extracurricular activities in the unique environment of the ‘efterskole’.Why parents choose this schoolBritish Curriculum -
2025Saint-Charles International School
0 reviewsPorrentruy - JuraInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 7900 to 89500 chfEstablished in 1897, Saint-Charles International School is located in Porrentruy, Switzerland. We provide high-quality education for students aged 8-20, with a commitment to fostering global citizens.Why parents choose this schoolChristianBilingual English FrenchInternational Baccalaureate Swiss Curriculum -
2025Paris Saint-Germain Academy Pro Greater Geneva
0 reviewsThonon-les-Bains - Auvergne-Rhone-AlpesBoarding Schoolfrom 68000 to eurWelcome to Europe’s top-rated football boarding school for elite international student-athletes.Why parents choose this schoolBoys onlyAmerican Curriculum British Curriculum -
2025ENSR International School
4 reviewsLausanne - VaudInternational School - Boarding Schoolfrom 12200 to 25400 chfENSR International School is a leading, non-for-profit, private educational establishment in Switzerland.Why parents choose this schoolInternational Baccalaureate Swiss Curriculum
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- Our 2 children have been at the school for almost 8 years. The caring, nurturing environment alongside rigorous academics, allowed my daughter to access a top university in UK while my son joined a boarding school in UK.Written October 20, 2024
- One of Ranum Efterskole’s greatest philosophies states that the best way to learn is to experience.Written February 25, 2023
- The reason why we chose Ranum Efterskole College was simple: we could find a spirited, stimulating and supportive community in Ranum, that are not always treasured in our local education system. The most pleasant of it all is seeing the relaxing smiles, confident faces, healthy bodies, and learn all about the many adventures … including our son & daughter, who are 8821km away from us.Written February 25, 2023
- Ranum Efterskole College cannot be described in brief! We are so impressed with the great work that was done for our girls. All teachers and staff are at work from day one, they are all so happy, positive and helpful, and it lasted all year long. I am wildly impressed by the contact group teacher who took good care of our girls. I was at ease, even though we live abroad.Written February 25, 2023
- I have really benefitted from being in the international programme, which gave me an opportunity to experience many different cultures first hand, improve myself academically and develop my social skills at a completely different level. REC has shown me how diversity and an open mind can result in a strong community.Written February 25, 2023
- I looked at many different international schools across Europe and came across the website for Ranum Efterskole College. The uniqueness of the school really caught my eye. I felt that it offered opportunities that no other school could.Written February 25, 2023
- Everything’s welcoming.Written February 25, 2023
- All five of my children successfully completed their school careers at ENSR and now have embraced adulthood and entrepreneurship.Written February 25, 2023
- A School with a wonderful atmosphere where the whole family feels welcome.Written February 25, 2023
- ENSR is where my son discovered how to be an independent learner.Written February 25, 2023
- NLCS Jeju doesn’t expect children to have outcomes from every experience. Instead, they look for happiness and satisfaction. Children respond well to this philosophy. My daughter became more active, positive and engaged. She feels safe and comfortable with teachers always there for her and supporting her to become a better person.Written February 25, 2023
- My son is an only child and, before entering into the boarding programme, he was very immature. He has learnt to be more independent and thoughtful – now he is much more mature and even takes care of his parents.Written February 25, 2023
- Our 2 children have been at the school for almost 8 years. The caring, nurturing environment alongside rigorous academics, allowed my daughter to access a top university in UK while my son joined a boarding school in UK.Written October 20, 2024
- One of Ranum Efterskole’s greatest philosophies states that the best way to learn is to experience.Written February 25, 2023
- The reason why we chose Ranum Efterskole College was simple: we could find a spirited, stimulating and supportive community in Ranum, that are not always treasured in our local education system. The most pleasant of it all is seeing the relaxing smiles, confident faces, healthy bodies, and learn all about the many adventures … including our son & daughter, who are 8821km away from us.Written February 25, 2023
- Ranum Efterskole College cannot be described in brief! We are so impressed with the great work that was done for our girls. All teachers and staff are at work from day one, they are all so happy, positive and helpful, and it lasted all year long. I am wildly impressed by the contact group teacher who took good care of our girls. I was at ease, even though we live abroad.Written February 25, 2023
- I have really benefitted from being in the international programme, which gave me an opportunity to experience many different cultures first hand, improve myself academically and develop my social skills at a completely different level. REC has shown me how diversity and an open mind can result in a strong community.Written February 25, 2023
- I looked at many different international schools across Europe and came across the website for Ranum Efterskole College. The uniqueness of the school really caught my eye. I felt that it offered opportunities that no other school could.Written February 25, 2023
- Everything’s welcoming.Written February 25, 2023
- All five of my children successfully completed their school careers at ENSR and now have embraced adulthood and entrepreneurship.Written February 25, 2023
- A School with a wonderful atmosphere where the whole family feels welcome.Written February 25, 2023
- ENSR is where my son discovered how to be an independent learner.Written February 25, 2023
- NLCS Jeju doesn’t expect children to have outcomes from every experience. Instead, they look for happiness and satisfaction. Children respond well to this philosophy. My daughter became more active, positive and engaged. She feels safe and comfortable with teachers always there for her and supporting her to become a better person.Written February 25, 2023
- My son is an only child and, before entering into the boarding programme, he was very immature. He has learnt to be more independent and thoughtful – now he is much more mature and even takes care of his parents.Written February 25, 2023