A welcoming home away from home.
Choosing a boarding school in another country is a big decision. At St George's Ascot, international pupils quickly become part of our close-knit boarding community, supported by experienced staff, outstanding pastoral care and friendships that span the globe. Just 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport, we combine academic ambition with a warm, family atmosphere where every pupil is known and valued.
The experienced boarding team are well trained and maintain a close-knit family, home-from-home boarding community.
ISI Report September 2025
Why do families from around the world choose St George's?
- Diverse international community
- Warm, family-style boarding houses
- 20 minutes from Heathrow Airport
- Excellent GCSE & A Level outcomes
- Tailored English language (EAL) support
- Outstanding pastoral care
- Extensive co-curricular opportunities
- Russell Group and international university destinations
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Life as an International Boarder
Moving to a new country is an exciting adventure, and at St George's Ascot, you'll quickly feel at home. From your very first day, you'll be welcomed into a supportive boarding community where friendships flourish, staff know you as an individual, and every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow and have fun.
Boarding life extends far beyond the classroom. Whether you're enjoying house activities, taking part in weekend trips, celebrating cultural festivals, relaxing with friends in the boarding house or preparing for lessons during supervised evening prep, there's always something to be part of. Our experienced boarding team is on hand every step of the way, ensuring you feel supported, confident and connected throughout your time at St George's.
What you can look forward to:
- A welcoming, family-style boarding community
- Friendships with pupils from the UK and around the world
- Exciting evening and weekend activities
- Cultural celebrations and community events
- Dedicated academic support during evening prep
- Experienced Housemistresses and pastoral staff who know every pupil
- Opportunities to explore the UK through organised trips and excursions
Hear from one of our boarders
Discover what it's really like to live and study at St George's Ascot as an international boarder. In this short video, one of our pupils shares their experience of settling into boarding life, making lifelong friends and feeling at home within our community.
Looking for a shorter stay?
Explore our International Immersion Programmes, including:
- One-week experiences
- One-term boarding
- Pre-GCSE Pathway
- Pre-A Level Programme
All our international students must, by law, have a UK guardian. Guardians can be friends or relatives in the UK or parents can employ a guardianship agency. AEGIS is the accredited body for guardians in the UK and we are a Member School.
Before your child starts, you and your appointed guardian will be required to complete a guardianship agreement, so it is important that you discuss the full list of responsibilities with your chosen guardian before appointing them. For details about what these responsibilities are, and more general information about guardianship at St George's, please see this helpful guide.
St George’s sponsors pupils through their secondary education on a Child Student Visa.
To ensure the best possible service and advice to parents, St George's immigration work is outsourced to Sable who are a specialist immigration law firm. They will manage the visa application process on behalf of St George's and your child, and any subsequent renewals as your child progresses through the school. Sable will complete all the forms ensuring full compliance with UKVI regulations, ensuring the chance of a successful application is maximised. The school will require you to use the services of Sable in any visa application and will not accept any third party arrangement.
There will be a one off administration charge for this service of £795 which you should pay on acceptance of your child’s place, together with the acceptance deposit.
If you would like more information about visa requirements please email admissions here: admissions@stgeorges-ascot.org.uk.
Start your child's St George's journey
Whether you're applying from Europe, Asia, the Middle East or beyond, our Admissions team will guide you through every stage of the process; from your first enquiry to arrival at school.