Abingdon School Boarding Handbook - page 14

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Visas
It is essential that exact half-term and end of term
travel/accommodation details (including all contact
information) are provided to fulfill immigration regulations.
The UK made changes to the visa system in 2009 for certain
groups of migrants entering the UK. Children who are
citizens of countries outside the European Economic Area
and who are studying, or wish to study, at schools in the UK
for a period of more than 6 months (away from parents),
need to follow a new points based system. Further
information may be obtained from the UK Government visas
and Home Office websites:
and
.
All non-EU boarders should ensure that they have relevant,
up-to-date documentation with them on their arrival at
Abingdon. We are required by law to take photocopies of
passports and visas and to complete an online registration
process. Boarding housemasters are required to maintain
accurate records of non-EU boarders’ movements.
Inspection
The latest ISI full school inspection report (March 2011)
which includes a report on our boarding provision is
available online:
Before your son arrives - a checklist
Have you ordered your son’s uniform?
Have you completed all forms and paperwork received
from the Registry?
Have you nominated a good guardian for your son?
Conclusion
We hope that this information is informative, helpful and
reassuring. We understand that the beginning of the
boarding journey can result in a mixture of excitement and
anxiety. Rest assured that your son will be very well looked
after during his time at Abingdon and that he will be part of
a warm and caring community who will help him to develop
into a confident, independent young man.
And please remember, we are always here for you if you
have questions or concerns. Do get in touch if there is
anything on your mind.
Ed Swanwick
Head of Boarding Abingdon School
ENFS 17 June 2014
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