International Boarding

About international boarding

Boarding at Rookwood is open to both UK and overseas boarders.

We recommend that the minimum time that an overseas boarder would spend with us is half a term. This ensures that we can get to know the student well and make sure that their stay is positive and beneficial.

International boarders are enrolled as full Boarders.

General Visa Requirements

To enrol at our school, students must hold the appropriate immigration status. Enrolment is not possible for students with an incorrect visa within the UK. Please use the UK government’s website to verify the right visa for entry: Check UK Visa. Parents or guardians accompanying students must also have the proper status for residing in the UK during their children’s enrolment.

We strongly recommend families utilise the services of Sable International to help adhere to the visa requirements.

To help ensure a smooth process, Inspired Learning Group is proud to announce its new partnership with Sable International, a leading provider of immigration services with over 30 years of expertise. This collaboration will allow for a more streamlined child student visa application process for perspective international students hoping to attend Rookwood School.

With a stellar reputation in immigration consultancy, Sable International will provide you with comprehensive support to help navigate the complexities of visa applications. From preparing your application to collecting the necessary documents, Sable’s services will help deliver peace of mind through the process. Through using its services, you can be confident that all visa applications submitted through Sable International on behalf of ILG clients will adhere to the regulations set forth by UK immigration authorities.

Their website can be found HERE.

Important Information for EU, EEA, and Swiss Nationals

EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens with EU Pre-Settled or Settled Status must provide official confirmation. Those without either status require a Child Student Visa for studies at our school. Refer to UK Government guidelines:

EU Student Information: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-points-based-immigration-system-eu-student-information
Check if you require a visa: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
Child Student Visa: https://www.gov.uk/child-study-visa
Parent of a Child Student Visa: https://www.gov.uk/parent-of-a-child-at-school-visa

Students needing a Child Student Visa can obtain a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from our school. This document can be used by students to apply at the appropriate consulate. In order to ensure a smooth and efficient visa application process, we kindly request that any students or families requiring a Child Student Visa use the professional visa and immigration services provided by Sable International.

We look forward to welcoming your child to Rookwood School and facilitating a smooth transition into this exciting chapter of their academic journey.

Guardian requirements

Overseas pupils must have a guardian in the UK who will be available to collect and care for them in emergencies or in case of illness. Guardians also ensure that a boarder is looked after during holidays and works with the boarding staff to arrange holiday time travel.

In order conform with current UK regulations (National Minimum standards for Boarding 2022) the school has a duty to ensure the suitability and safety of guardians, it is therefore preferable that a Guardianship agency is appointed rather than a family member. This ensures that a Guardian is regulated and checked for their suitability to be with young people.

We can provide a useful list of accredited Guardianship agencies but are not able to recommend any one of them in particular.