Educational Guardianship Explained: A Guide for International Parents

Sending your child to school in the UK

Choosing to send your child to a UK boarding school is a significant decision, and educational guardianship is one of the most important parts of getting it right. A guardian bridges the distance between you and your child, making sure someone trusted is always close by.

What's included in guardianship?

Comprehensive educational guardianship typically includes host family accommodation during school breaks, airport transfers, welfare monitoring, school liaison and 24/7 emergency support. Programmes vary, so it is worth checking exactly what each guardian provides before you commit.

Questions to ask a guardianship company

Before appointing a guardian, we recommend asking:

• Are you AEGIS accredited?
• How are host families vetted and DBS-checked?
• How often will my child be visited?
• What happens in a medical or welfare emergency?
• How and how often will you report to me?

Peace of mind, wherever you are

The right guardian gives you confidence that your child is safe, supported and progressing — even when you are thousands of miles away.