Introduction to the UK and Northern Ireland

The positive social environment in Northern Ireland is an important factor in setting the tone of life within the schools. Family life is safe and children of all communities are loved and cherished. Honesty and hard work are valued.
Overseas visitors are always impressed by the amount of common purpose, charity and good will that exists in Northern Ireland society. In fact, it is a little known but statistically proven fact that Northern Ireland is actually one of the safest parts of the United Kingdom in which to live.

The boarding schools have been in the forefront of cross-community activity and joint projects with their neighbours are a continuing feature of school life. Schools welcome all pupils and are proud of the absence of ethnic or religious discrimination Curriculum

A Northern Ireland Boarding school provides the academic excellence of a traditional Grammar School with progressive preparation for life in the modern world.
All courses follow the British National Curriculum and lead to G.C.S.E. and A-level examinations – the main mode of entry to universities in the United Kingdom.

Emphasis is divided between the sciences, technology and the humanities. There is a strong emphasis upon Information Technology and Computer Science.
A broad range of supplementary studies is also provided and opportunities abound for the development of social and cultural interests, particularly in the areas of Art, Music and Drama. In addition the excellent sports facilities allow and encourage participation in many different games and recreational activities Academic Results

Each year the statistics show that pupils in Northern Ireland schools significantly out-perform their contemporaries in examinations. This is shown in the comparison in the chart oppisite: -

All of the boarding schools have a specifically high record of success and 80 to 90 per cent of leavers proceed to degree courses at universities throughout the British Isles and beyond. Fees

Northern Ireland Boarding schools provide excellent value for money. Total fees, including tuition, boarding and main incidentals, are approximately 50% lower than those for Independent Schools in mainland Britain.
In addition all United Kingdom or E.C. nationals are exempt from tuition fees,thus reducing potential outlay to an extremely competitive figure.
Details of the current fees can be obtained by contacting the individual schools directly.