Boarding School Guardianship

Your Child's Trusted Guardian in the UK

When studying at a UK boarding school, international students are required to have a trusted UK-based guardian. British Guardianship provides accredited guardianship and pastoral support throughout the academic year, acting as the link between families, students and schools.

From emergency assistance and school communications to holiday arrangements and student welfare support, our experienced team ensures students are safe, supported and cared for whenever they are away from school, giving parents complete peace of mind. Browse our list of UK boarding schools or learn more about host family stays during half-terms, exeats and holidays.

Who Is It For?

Our Boarding School Guardianship service is designed for international students aged 7 to 18 studying at UK full-boarding schools, and for parents living overseas who need a trusted, accredited UK-based guardian and a local point of contact for their child.

It suits families who want regular communication and reassurance about their child's wellbeing, students who may need support in emergencies or unexpected situations, and families who need help with travel arrangements during school holidays, half-terms and exeats.

Our Boarding School Guardianship service is designed for:

• International students aged 7 to 18 studying at UK boarding schools
• Students enrolled in full-boarding schools with boarding accommodation
• Parents living overseas who need a trusted UK-based guardian
• Families looking for a local point of contact for their child in the UK
• Families seeking professional and accredited guardianship services
• Parents who want regular communication and reassurance about their child's wellbeing
• Students who may need support in emergencies or unexpected situations
• Families who require assistance with travel arrangements during school holidays or exeat periods

Why Families Choose British Guardianship

Accredited Expertise

Professional educational guardianship that meets the highest standards of safeguarding, student welfare and compliance.

Dedicated Student Support

Our experienced team is available throughout the academic year to support students, parents and schools whenever assistance is needed.

Local Emergency Support

An established network of trusted host families and local coordinators across the UK means prompt, practical help whenever unexpected situations arise, giving families around the world real reassurance.

Trusted School Relationships

We work closely with UK boarding schools to ensure effective communication and coordinated support for every student.

Personalised Care

We take the time to understand each student's individual needs, helping them feel safe, settled and supported throughout their UK education.

Boarding School Placement

Our support goes beyond guardianship. We also help families with boarding school placement and identify bursaries and scholarships that may be available for your child.

Accredited and Trusted

British Guardianship is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding, student welfare and educational guardianship practice. We are AEGIS accredited and recognised through the BSA Certified Agent and Guardian Scheme, demonstrating our commitment to quality assurance, child protection and best practice in guardianship services for international students. We are also an Approved Agent Member of the British Boarding Schools' Network (BBSN).

These accreditations and professional affiliations give parents, students and UK boarding schools confidence that our guardianship services are independently assessed against recognised sector standards.