Understanding AEGIS guardianship services with Academic Families

We pride ourselves on offering AEGIS guardianship services that reflect the highest standards of care, professionalism and trust. As one of the few providers fully accredited by both AEGIS (Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students) and the British Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA), our guardianship programme goes well beyond minimal requirements.

Why AEGIS guardianship matters

UK boarding schools require their international students to have a nominated guardian throughout the duration of their studies. An AEGIS-accredited guardian ensures that the provider meets strict safeguarding, operational and welfare standards. Academic Families have exceeded those benchmarks - meaning your child benefits from extra layers of protection, thorough background checks and a team genuinely invested in their wellbeing and education.

What our AEGIS guardianship services include

Our guardianship services are designed to be flexible and tailored to each child’s needs. Key features include -

• carefully selected host families - During breaks from school, students are matched with families who are thoroughly vetted and supported - offering both safety and cultural immersion.
• pastoral and academic support - We maintain regular contact with students, attend school meetings when you can’t be there. We support them academically and pastorally - from arranging tutors and booking revision courses to being a steady presence they can turn to for advice.
• logistics and travel assistance - From meet & greet at airports, escorted transfers, handling flight disruptions, to planning holiday travel, our team is on hand to manage the details.
• escorted holiday trips - Several times throughout the year, your child can join our bespoke supervised group trips abroad during school breaks – a great opportunity for students to build independence, confidence and gain a broader perspective of the world.
• long-term support into higher education - When university applications begin, you have an expert in the UK system supporting your child through UCAS, helping with university applications, personal statements and interviews. Our relationship continues well beyond their school years.

Why choose Academic Families for AEGIS guardianship services?

Choosing a guardian is about more than fulfilling a requirement - it’s about trust, reliability and consistently high standards. With our dual AEGIS and BSA accreditation, decades of practical experience, round-the-clock support and a commitment to individual care, we are confident in delivering a guardianship service that gives both you and your child peace of mind. If you'd like a consultation or more information about our AEGIS guardianship services, contact us today.