Guide to Boarding at Abingdon

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

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Have you ordered your son’s uniform?

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Have you completed all forms and paperwork received

from the Registry?

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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.

Matthew Kendry

Head of Boarding Abingdon School

MAK 7 June 2016