Schools at sea are more and more popular worldwide. Discover The Best Schools at sea and the benefits to study in a school at sea.
Benefits of studying in a school at sea
Every student is different. Some look for traditional schools in traditional settings. Others search for alternatives where they can fulfil their potential inside and outside of the classroom.
A school as sea is different. Although their class room instruction is comparable with other land based schools, students also take an active part in shipboard life and have the opportunity to move from one place to the other.
These schools are fully accredited schools that have replaced the traditional brick-and-mortar schools with Ships – 90 year old tall ships, younger replicas and cruise ships.
The rigours of a maritime environment
Living at sea and sailing around the world presents real life challenges on a daily basis. Schools at sea are small and students live close to each other, often without regular communication with people at home. Experiences like these help develop important life skills such as independence, empathy and communication.
When you attend a school on a ship there are always tasks that needs to be done. A ship must be navigated 24/7. Someone needs to stand lookout every hour of the day. And safety is paramount in the maritime environment. When students are asked to perform these tasks, they are asked to take their part of the responsibility for a common good. If one person does not show up for watch, someone else will need to fill his/her place. It’s through experiences like these that students develop a sense of responsibility, accountability and work ethic on a daily basis.
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Opportunities at sea
While life at sea is challenging it allows students opportunities that no one else will have. They will have the opportunity to experience multiple cultures in multiple countries on multiple continents in one year. They will have the opportunity to experience sunsets and sunrises from the top of a tall ship in the middle of the Atlantic ocean. They will have the opportunity to gain an advantage over everyone else through learning and experiencing how to overcome challenges and building a story that will set them apart in any college or job application process.
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Best Schools at sea
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J Addison School, 2 Valleywood Dr, Markham, ON L3R 8H3, Canada
At J. Addison School, we are a K-12 day/boarding school based in Markham, Ontario, Canada that strives to provide an inclusive environment to foster cooperative learning, creativity, and innovation.
Co-Education
200 students
Day & Boarding School
Canadian Curriculum, International Baccalaureate, Montessori, Other
18000 to 46500 CAD
From 4 to 18 yo
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59 Moo 2, Thepkrasattri Road, T. Koh Kaew, A. Muang, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand
British International School, Phuket (BISP), is an English medium, co-educational, day and boarding school that was established in 1996 in the heart of Phuket, Thailand.
Co-Education
1150 students
Day & Boarding School
British Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 452,100 to 899,900 THB
From 2 to 18 yo
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Methodist Ladies' College (MLC), 207 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia
Established in 1882, Methodist Ladies’ College has long been recognised as one of Melbourne’s finest independent Prep to Year 12 day and boarding schools for girls and a leader in co-ed Early Learning. MLC is renowned for our extensive curriculum and co-curricular choice, innovative approach to education and wellbeing, inspiring learning environments, and outstanding academic […]
Girls Only
2200 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate
From $23,250 to $54,330 AUD
From 4 to 18 yo
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1460 Broadway #4027 New York, NY 10036
THINK Global School is the world's first traveling high school. Attendees between the ages of 15-18 gain an education by living in four different countries each year --ten countries total-- learning firsthand from their multicultural experiences. During their time in-country, students gain the expertise necessary to bring about change in our increasingly global world.
Co-Education
41 students
Boarding School
American Curriculum
Max 94,050 USD
From 15 to 18 yo
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7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
AN EXTRAORDINARY COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS At North Broward Preparatory School, students are inspired to learn without limits and go beyond any border to make an impact in the world.
Co-Education
1650 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 62,650 to 68,250 USD
From 3 to 18 yo
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Al Jaddaf, Dubai HealthCare City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Swiss International Scientific School in Dubai (SISD) is a leading international day and boarding school where future generations are inspired to become confident and enthusiastic lifelong learners, ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges of a global world.
Co-Education
1550 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate, Swiss Curriculum
from 53000 to 99,000 AED
From 3 to 18 yo
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5650 Bollettieri Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34210, USA
IMG Academy is the world's premier boarding school for dedicated and passionate student-athletes. It is renowned for providing a well-rounded education model that fosters the development of student-athletes and equips them with the skills they need to succeed in college and beyond. At IMG Academy, students are offered a wide range of on-campus and online experiences, which provide ample growth opportunities for all student-athletes, irrespective of their interests or skill levels.
Co-Education
1040 students
Boarding School
American Curriculum
from 45200 to 89,900 USD
From 12 to 19 yo
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6189 Winter Garden-Vineland RdWindermere, Florida, 34786 USA
Co-Education
1500 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
from 65650 to 67750 USD
From 3 to 18 yo
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Avinguda del Pla del Vinyet, 110, 08172 Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain
Co-Education
1500 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, British Curriculum, Spanish Curriculum
from 6,260 to 13,000 EUR
From 1 to 18 yo
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Bodwell High School, 955 Harbourside Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7P 3S4, Canada
Co-Education
500 students
Boarding School
Canadian Curriculum, International Baccalaureate
From $52,225 - $61,225 CAD (Annual)
From 12 to 19 yo
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Ronda 8 de Març, 178, 08390 Montgat, Barcelona, Spain
Co-Education
1450 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate, Spanish Curriculum
Day School: 10,250 - 13,644 EUR ; Boarding: 38,000 EUR
From 1 to 18 yo
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St. Edward's Street Vittoriosa, Birgu BRG, 9039, Malta
Boys only, Co-Education
680 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate
from 1900 to 26,602 EUR
From 2 to 18 yo
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Trinity College School, 55 Deblaquire St N, Port Hope, ON L1A 4K7, Canada
Co-Education
592 students
Day & Boarding School
American Curriculum, Canadian Curriculum
from $31000 to $83000 CAD
From 9 to 19 yo
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10 Elm Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1N4, Canada
Girls Only
900 students
Day & Boarding School
International Baccalaureate
$38,990 - $42,490 CAD
From 4 to 17 yo
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