Education
Check the qualifications the boarding school offers.
Make sure the boarding school qualifications are completely accredited.
Be sure the mentors take good care of newcomers.
Check if the boarding school have intensive courses.
Check how the studies are organised.
Check if homework is done under a tutor's supervision.
Check if the teacher or educator can be reached at any time.
Ask how everyday life is organized.
Ask if there are any weekend lessons.
Make sure the child/teenager is motivated to learn independently.
Recreation
Check what kind of recreational activities are offered.
Ask if there is an additional cost for these recreational activities.
Ask if it is possible to include arts and crafts, musical and social activities in leisure time.
Check what the consequences of breaking the rules are.
Check how the weekend schedule is organised.
Questions for the Child
Can you imagine living away from home at a boarding school?
Can you imagine seeing your current friends and relatives infrequently?
Are you scared or worried about the idea of going to a boarding school?
Would you like to have regular contact with family during your stay?
Can we do anything to make you feel more comfortable at boarding school?

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