Boarding Schools

As parents of a boarding student, my husband and I could not be happier with our son’s experience at this school. Academically, he has been challenged and encouraged in equal measure. The teachers are rigorous but at the same time approachable and genuinely invested in their students’ growth. When I visited the school and was introduced to his teachers, they were able to offer detailed feedback on my son’s academic progress immediately, and it was clear that they knew a lot about his personal preferences and identity. The school atmosphere is disciplined yet warm: students seem to know where they are going and move with a sense of purpose, and the principal knows each and every one of his students. There is a sense of a close community where teachers, students, and parents know and support one another.The boarding facilities and care are truly outstanding. The residence has its own cook, dining and entertainment areas, a beautiful garden with a pool overlooking the city, and it is located in one of the most charming parts of Córdoba. The boarding team, excellent professionals, combines structure with warmth: they encourage creativity while maintaining clear expectations regarding daily routines. They have created a real sense of community among students from many different countries and backgrounds, and they respect and facilitate individual needs in terms of sports, arts, and religious practice.What has impressed us most is the level of personal care and communication, something we missed in previous schools our son attended. When our child fell ill and needed to go to the hospital, staff members stayed in close contact with us at every step, providing timely updates and emotional support to both him and us. Our son genuinely feels he is part of a family—staff members at the school often invite him to lunch with their families. The school’s psychologists know the students well and work closely with them. I was surprised by how much the main psychologist knew about my son’s study habits. There are many extracurricular opportunities supporting students’ specific interests—from Model United Nations and cultural outings to sports activities in Córdoba and ski trips to the Sierra Nevada. The school also offers meaningful service opportunities with different organizations in town (like the Alzheimer’s Society, for example) that teach students to be responsible, caring community members and citizens, which we find essential in contemporary education. A dedicated university guidance office also supports students as they plan their next steps and visit universities across Spain.For our family, this has been an excellent academic and living experience for our son. It is the best educational choice we could have made, and we recommend the school wholeheartedly.

I spent two months at the school and I had a very positive experience. I was warmly welcomed by both the teachers and the students and immediately felt at home. All my requests regarding the timetable were taken into account, and the individual students are also very well supported in other areas. I had a wonderful time at the school and am grateful that I was accepted at such short notice.

I spent two months at the school and I had a very positive experience. I was warmly welcomed by both the teachers and the students and immediately felt at home. All my requests regarding the timetable were taken into account, and the individual students are also very well supported in other areas. I had a wonderful time at the school and am grateful that I was accepted at such short notice.

UWCD is a great place to be. The campus itself is fantastic but even more  it is the place where kids can have an incredible academic and personal growth experience

Initially we had so many questions and concerns about our daughter’s education and life in UWC Dilijan. As soon as the admission was confirmed, UWCD started pouring information which helped to resolve all concerns. Information and interaction through multiple channels helped my daughter to connect with other students and to make some friends even before school started. UWCD approach of doing by self equipped my daughter in self learning and helped to learn many life skills for the first time. Glad to acknowledge that my daughter is blessed with amazing teachers, excellent room mate, and very good toon parents. All these helped her in overcoming initial emotional stress and settling well.

My daughter has learnt to be more responsible, maintained excellent academic grades and learned the culture of the people of Armenia whilst connecting with her age mates from around the world!