International Pupils
We are a British prep school with an international outlook. We welcome children from all countries and nationalities.
We have children from a number of different countries and nationalities including many ex-pat and UK Forces families, and value the contribution that every child makes to school life.
Many of our international pupils, with English as a second language, will join us in Years 3 or 4, giving them the best chance of improving their English and adapting to the curriculum in preparation for entrance to the best British independent Senior Schools. In addition, we do have a limited EAL (English as an additional language) provision where pupils can be supported during their educational journey.
However, for those looking for a shorter stay, our Immersion Programme and Summer Camps, may offer a perfect solution.
Boarding Life
For most children, this will be their first time away from home and parents can be assured that our pastoral care is first rate, ensuring every child is cared for in a safe and happy environment. For more information on boarding, please see our Boarding pages.
Assessment
The assessment process is the same for all pupils and more details can be found here. We will arrange remote interviews and parent meetings, and older children will be assessed virtually too. We expect a good level of English from our international pupils so that our wonderfully varied curriculum is enjoyed and understood.
Child Student Sponsorship (for children without a visa)
Horris Hill School is licensed, by UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration Agency) to provide children with a sponsored place at the school. We accept applications from all non-British nationals. In accordance with UKVI guidelines, parents of overseas pupils may be required to pay between one and three terms' fees in advance before an online Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is completed.
Guardians
Every overseas child must have an AEGIS-approved Guardian in the UK, living within reasonable distance of our school. We want to know that there is someone we can call should they become ill and need to leave school or who they may be staying with during exeat weekends. We will ask you to complete a 'Responsible Adult Form' before your child starts with us.
Documentation
To support the student’s visa application, the school provides a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) if required. The following documents are necessary for sponsorship:
- Birth Certificate
- Passports
- Copies of the student’s passport
- Copies of the parents’ passports
- School report
- Guardianship contract and agreement
- TB certificate
- Travel arrangements for the child