Opington International Educational Guardianship Services
Providing Outstanding Care for International Students Studying at UK Boarding Schools
We offer comprehensive and professional educational guardianship services for international students attending boarding schools in the UK. Our services ensure students’ safety, well-being, and academic development while providing essential support to help them adapt to life and studies in the UK.
The Importance of an Educational Guardian
Most UK boarding schools require international students under the age of 18 to appoint an educational guardian. In many cases, even if a student is over 18, schools recommend retaining a guardian until the student graduates.
An educational guardian acts as a vital link between the school, parents, and the student, offering assistance with academic matters, emergencies, and day-to-day arrangements. Our services are designed to meet high professional standards and align with AEGIS guidelines, ensuring top-quality care for students and peace of mind for parents.
Our Services
1. Arrival and Settling-In Support
We arrange for an educational guardian to visit students shortly after their arrival in the UK, introducing them to school rules and dormitory requirements while offering personalized guidance.
Assistance with setting up a UK mobile SIM card to facilitate communication between students and parents.
2. Holiday and Host Family Arrangements
Arrange suitable host families for students during long weekends or term breaks, ensuring they have a safe and welcoming environment.
All host families undergo rigorous checks, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certification, to guarantee student safety.
Guardians maintain regular contact with both students and host families, addressing and resolving any issues promptly.
3. Academic Support Services
Maintain regular communication with schools and provide parents with updates on their child’s academic performance and well-being.
Attend parents’ evenings to discuss students’ progress with teachers and provide course selection advice.
Translate school reports and relevant documents into Chinese for parents’ reference.
Arrange additional academic support, such as tutoring, if required.
4. Health and Safety Support
Arrange medical or dental appointments if students feel unwell or need treatment.
Provide immediate support in emergencies, such as serious illness or accidents, and inform parents as soon as possible.
5. Transportation and Travel Arrangements
Organize transportation, including:
Airport transfers to and from the school or host family.
School-to-host-family transfers during term breaks.
Assist with flight booking and confirmation to ensure smooth travel plans for students.
6. Financial Management
Help parents manage expenses, including host family payments, transportation fees, and student allowances.
Provide clear financial reports at the end of each term to keep parents informed about expenditure.
Why Choose Us
Experienced Team: Our guardians are experienced professionals based in the UK, familiar with the UK education system and dedicated to student welfare.
24/7 Emergency Support: We provide round-the-clock assistance to ensure students and parents receive timely help whenever needed.
Safety and Reliability: All host families and arrangements comply with UK legal and AEGIS accreditation standards.
Policies and Documentation
To ensure transparency and professionalism, we provide the policies for your reference.
Click HERE for the relevant policies.
These documents outline our service standards and the measures we take to protect students under our care.
We look forward to supporting your child’s growth and success in the UK!
