The Box Hill School is a an independent boarding school of international character that caters to students ages 1118. Box Hill pupils enjoy a premium location only 40 minutes outside of London and thrive in an environment that puts personal development on the same level of importance as academic achievement.

As a Round Square school, Box Hill upholds the principles of internationalism, democracy, environment, leadership, adventure and service. These are the ideals the faculty and staff strive to impart to students in order to prepare them for lives of global service and success.

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A recent Independent Schools Inspectorate Report found that Box Hill students possessed an outstanding moral awareness and cultural development. The report described Box Hill students as compassionate young people who are committed to serving those less fortunate than themselves. It also cited a high rate of parental satisfaction with the school, and a strong school-parent relationship as being among their strongest points.

At all levels of a Box Hill education, students participate in a curriculum that is carefully balanced to maximize their exposure to a range of subjects in a meaningful way. Class sizes are small so students get the most from their lessons, and have access to additional help and support if they need it.

During their 12th and 13th years at Box Hill, qualifying senior students may begin studying for the International Baccalaureate diploma. Successful completion of this program will poise students to enter well-respected universities after their Box Hill graduation. The International Baccalaureate program attends to all aspects of students development and is well-regarded by universities around the world.

In keeping with the theme of small group learning experiences, the boarding house communities at Box Hill are kept small as well, though all students have opportunities to meet and mix with one another.

The boarding experience helps students become more than classmates, and they develop long-lasting friendships that extend beyond their time at Box Hill.

Each semester, Box Hill offers a plethora of extracurricular activities that will appeal to all tastes. In athletics, there are yoga, rugby, archery and tae kwan do, self-defense, hockey and climbing. Skills courses cover everything from cooking, street dance, board games, astronomy and a magic club. Service opportunities include gardening, sign language and first aid courses. And that is but a sampling from which students may choose.

On-campus activities are supported by special events and trips, such as paintball and skydiving excursions and a visit to nearby Brighton. This spring, students were treated to a cooking lesson at celebrity chef Jamie Olivers Recipease cooking school and shop.

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