Beyond UK Boarding: Preparing for Your Child's Future

7 February 2026

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Grand Ballroom, Level 16, Hopewell Hotel

A boarding education represents far more than academic rigour; it is a profound investment in a child's future. In the heart of Oxford, a city with a millennium of academic heritage, stands Headington Rye Oxford, an award-leading and prestigious girls' school renowned for fostering independent thought and leadership. For this final keynote seminar, we are honoured to welcome the school's Deputy Head, Mr Alex Thomson. He will share how this exceptional institution seamlessly blends an outstanding academic legacy, a wealth of co-curricular opportunities, and forward-looking career preparation. Through the fabric of boarding life, the school systematically equips students with the critical competencies and unique advantages needed to thrive in the world of tomorrow. A Legacy of Excellence in an Academic City: How does the school's unique location in Oxford, with its unparalleled geographical and scholarly resources, create an exceptional learning experience and broaden students' horizons? Future Skills Beyond the Textbook: How does the school cultivate students' resilience, creativity, and global competence through its diverse leadership programmes, society activities, and community projects? Personalised Career Navigation: From professional university guidance to its strong connections with top universities like Oxford and Cambridge, how does the school tailor a pathway to the world stage for each individual student's further education and career? A Paradigm of Holistic Education: Why is Headington Rye Oxford widely recognised as one of the UK's most successful girls' boarding schools? How does its educational philosophy ensure students achieve dual excellence in both academic attainment and personal development? Speaker Profile: Mr Alex Thomson Deputy Head, Headington Rye Oxford