Making the most of your child's British education

We help families from over 40 countries navigate British education and can quickly answer your questions about studying in the UK as well as recommend additional support for your child's success.

How we support parents

Student asking teacher a question

Academic support for students in the UK

Academic Families can help students ensure they achieve their best while at a UK boarding school. We are happy to offer recommendations or book a service on your behalf.

 

Prep courses prior to the start of year

Tutors for one-on-one support

English language courses to strengthen skills and build confidence

Exam revision courses for a variety of subjects

Attend parent meetings on your behalf

Manage feedback and reports from parents meetings

Thank you very much for your warm-hearted messages and great support for my daughter. I really appreciate all of that you have done for us. It was indeed an honour for us to have your outstanding support and help during her time boarding at Fettes.

Eishi, father of 14 year old daughter, Japan

Have a question?

question mark

Choosing the best education for your child leads many families to consider British schools and universities. However, it is not an easy decision to make.

Our team works hard to understand the needs and strengths of your child to match them to the UK boarding school best suited to their needs and we look after them while they are here.

Message us via Live Chat or complete our enquiry form and one of our team members will contact you whenever you prefer.

From our blog

academic-families-kings-book-feature

International education experts feature in King Charles III’s birthday book

Celebrating Academic Families’ feature in King Charles III’s birthday book Academic Families are delighted to announce their feature in King Charles III coronation and 75th
Lorna-with-MBE-letter

Boarding school expert awarded King’s accolade

Receiving acknowledgement of excellence in service to students Our Founder and Managing Director, Lorna Clayton has been recognised by King Charles in his first Birthday

Can we meet?

Academic Families and Chinese group

Academic Families is based in the UK and regularly travels the world to meet parents and students.

Contact us to find out when we might be visiting your country.

Alternatively, we can meet virtually via a video call on WhatsApp, WeChat, Zoom or Skype.

Half term trips

Discover Dubai or London or Best of UK Tour
October Half-Term

Ski in Europe
February Half-Term

Adventure in Greece
May Half-Term

Quality you can trust

Academic Families has personal and professional experience with boarding schools. Many of our staff attended boarding schools themselves when they were young or have worked in them. We have all lived overseas and most of us are mothers, so we understand how important it is to find the very best education for every child no matter where that might be in the world.

From our headquarters in Edinburgh to our local staff across the UK, our team regularly visits hundreds of British schools. Our excellent knowledge of the UK education system, accreditation by the Boarding School Association (BSA) and certification from the British Council means we understand UK boarding education from the inside and out, and know how to ensure the best education for each child.

In addition, our guardianship service has been Gold accredited by AEGIS (the Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students) since 2016 and also by the BSA, so you know, with Academic Families, you're guaranteed to have the best local support anywhere in the UK.

Moreover, our team are trained MHFA Mental Health First Aiders so we are qualified to support our students with any wellbeing and mental health concerns.

Quality-AEGIS-Gold
Quality-BSA-Guardian
BC-Agent
Quality-BSA-Agent
Quality-Mind
Quality-AEnglishUK

© 2024 Academic Families | Academic Families is a Safer Recruiter