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Show Dates NYC 2025

Thursday 1st May 2025 - Pratt Mansions, Fifth Avenue

 

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Your Gateway to a World-Class Boarding School Education

Boarding Schools Show, New York City

This exclusive event is designed for families in New York, Westchester County and Long Island to explore the outstanding education in UK boarding schools. Hosted at the prestigious Pratt Mansions on Fifth Avenue, this showcase is your chance to connect directly with top UK schools and leading education consultants.

When: Thursday 1st May 2025

Where: Pratt Mansions, 1026 5th Ave, New York, 10028

18:00 to 21:00

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Location

Marymount School, Pratt Mansions, New York - Map Directions

Join us for an Exclusive Evening dedicated to the World of British Boarding Education.

 

Event Format

At 18:15, the evening begins with a keynote talk hosted by William Petty, Director of Bonas MacFarlane Education.

In this engaging 30-minute session, William will guide families through the unique landscape of UK boarding - exploring the differences between British and international curriculums, what sets UK schools apart, and how best to approach university admissions.

Following the talk, you’ll have the chance to meet senior admissions staff from attending schools, as well as speak with education consultants, relocation specialists, and UK property advisors - each ready to support your family’s journey.

Ask questions, gather insight, and begin the conversation that could shape your child’s future through the global opportunities of a UK boarding education.

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Meet William Petty

  • Now Co-Director of Bonas MacFarlane and a leading Educational Consultant, has spent over a decade advising families worldwide on UK school admissions, following his tenure as Head of Tuition where he recruited and trained London’s top tutors - expertise that has seen him featured in The Times, The Economist, Tatler, and on BBC Radio 4, and sought after by firms including UBS, Coutts, and Sotheby’s.
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Why Consider a UK Boarding School?

Sending your child to a UK boarding school before college can be a transformative decision that sets them apart in today’s competitive admissions landscape. Beyond world-class academics and rich traditions, UK schools offer a unique blend of independence, global perspective, and intellectual rigor that prepares students for top universities worldwide. Immersing in a new culture fosters resilience, adaptability, and maturity — qualities colleges actively seek. It’s not just a change of scenery; it’s a genuine adventure that cultivates confidence, critical thinking, and the ability to thrive in unfamiliar environments.

For parents seeking true growth and distinction for their child, a UK boarding school offers far more than education - it offers an edge.

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Education Clinic

Our Education Clinic, is available throughout the evening, to guide you through the complexities of educational choices.

Led by Bonas MacFarlane Education, the clinic provides expert advice and personalised consultations, ensuring that all your questions are addressed with the highest level of professionalism and expertise.

You'll will benefit from direct access to London’s foremost education advisors, who will offer tailored guidance on school selection, admissions processes, and long-term academic planning. 

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Ticket Options

  • Family Ticket (FREE): Secure your spot with complimentary admission for two parents and their children.
     

  • Premium Ticket (£50): Book a one-on-one session with an expert consultant to explore tailored school options, transition strategies, and pathways for a smooth move to the UK. Ensure the best start for your child's educational journey.

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About the Boarding Schools Show

About the Boarding Schools Show

The Boarding Schools Show is a unique opportunity for parents to meet the Heads and Admissions Directors of the world's most prestigious boarding schools. Top UK schools as well as education, property and relocation experts will be exhibiting, offering parents the opportunity to plan every aspect of their child’s entry into the world’s most prestigious English language schools. Get first-hand advice on entry requirements and academic scholarships and bursaries proves to be significantly more beneficial, creating initial ties with the relevant people ahead of your application.

Worldwide interest in British curriculum boarding schools continues to grow. There are currently 69,979 boarders in UK schools; 41% are from overseas families. The benefits of boarding at a leading British school are undisputed and importantly recognised by both university admissions teams and employers.

The Independent Schools Show started 17 years ago in London and has since expanded to include 12 key markets overseas.

Helping thousands of parents find the perfect school for their children. 

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