Parents that relocate often due to work have a problem with their children's education continuity that's the reason they opt for Boarding schools. But most of the parents are in dilemma whether they should or shouldn't send their kids to boarding school. Boarding school has its pros and cons like any other school. Let's have a glance on those factors.
Students of boarding school are very self-dependent, disciplined and well educated as student has to take care of himself other than just studies. Though boarding school can't provide the love, nurturing, and watchful eye of a parent, still most of the parents prefer boarding school as they feel education is important.
Each child has different mentality and family background, and due to this they face compatibility problem resulting homesickness. Homesick is a word which all students are aware, as they go through that one or the other day.
Boarding school Cons
- Lack of well-rounded social exposure
- Inferiority complex from seeing others excel in academics and sports
- Possibility of falling into destructive groups or cliques
- Lack of well-rounded social exposure
- Homesickness and less bonding with parents
Boarding School Pros
- More self-reliance and time management
- Teachers get to know and understand the students and teach them well
- Lifelong friendships and traditionally stronger social networks
- Better opportunity for self-assessment through extra-curricular activities
- More opportunities for teamwork and to explore interests and potential
The boarding school debate is endless. Decision to send kid to boarding schools should be based on a thoughtful analysis of the kid in question with unique challenges associated with growing up away from home.
