Why do International students need a guardian at school?
If you live outside the UK, and your son is a boarding pupil, then he will need a ‘Guardian’ to look after him during leave-out weekends and Half Terms (when the School will close) if he is not able to fly home. A guardian may also help take your son to (and collect him from) the airport; look after him if there is any emergency; or may go to Parents’ meetings on your behalf. A guardian can also come to school for social events, or to watch your son perform in concerts or plays if you aren’t able to come yourself. Guardians may be family members or family friends. If you do not know anyone who can be a guardian for your son, the school can help you to find someone suitable who will do this for you. There is a charge for guardianship if the School (or a guardianship agency) provide the service.
