If you would like more information on this topic or to speak with us directly, please contact us on +44 7878 985564. We are available on the phone, via WhatsApp, or register on our homepage for a free consultation call.
We will often be asked by our clients who have a specific interest in hockey, ‘Which are the best UK boarding schools for hockey?’. Below, we outline some pointers which will help you decide which may be the best UK private school for you.
First of all, it is useful to establish your hockey requirements and a good starting place is to consider your current playing level and experience to clearly define what provision you will need from the UK boarding school. If you are a beginner, you may be satisfied with the regular provision (at least to begin with) before looking more closely at UK private schools that have a specialism. One thing to remember, it is quite common for UK boarding schools to only play hockey for one or two terms of the academic year. Considering there are three terms in an academic year, you may prefer to join a school that offers year round hockey - we often use this measure to help our clients prepare their shortlist.
We have outlined some other additional tips, which should help inform your decision in your search for a UK boarding school with excellent hockey provision:
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Is hockey offered all year round?
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How often is training and what experience and coaching qualifications do the coaches hold?
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How many teams or squads does the school have?
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What is the level and playing experience of the current players?
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What hockey facilities does the school have?
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How does the school balance hockey training with academic studies?
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How does the school perform in the National Schools Hockey Championships?
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What level of continued investment has the school made into the hockey experience?
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Have students gone on to represent the region or national team?
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What is the level of competition like?
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How many matches will be played during the year?
The above should provide you with a broad indication to help visualise the provision within the UK boarding school. It is important to note that even if the hockey provision is excellent, the all round experience will be the key satisfaction factor for both the student and the parents during their studies. That is why it is important to discuss options with an experienced counsellor who understands the culture of the school and if it is a good fit for your specific requirements.
If you are considering UK education but unsure where to begin, allow us to share our knowledge and experience we have with helping over 400 other families choose the best school for them. We can talk you through a suggested list of the best boarding schools in the UK that match your requirements and we are confident you will be pleased with the results.
Finding the right UK private school is a very important task and one that will shape your child’s future. We do not underestimate the importance of this decision and are confident that we can find the perfect UK boarding school for you and your child, based on your exact needs.
If you would like more information on this topic or to speak with us directly, please contact us on +44 7878 985564. We are available on the phone, via WhatsApp, or register on our homepage for a free consultation call.
This will enable us to schedule an appointment, where we look forward to speaking in more depth about your specific situation, and helping in any way we can. We look forward to helping you on this journey.
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