Homestay

Fairmont has two housing options, both of which offer students a safe, supportive environment to help them succeed at their new school. Fairmont Homestay centers around a family experience, while Fairmont Boarding surrounds students with a community of diverse peers. Compare the two programs’ benefits to help choose the best fit for your student.

There are many reasons why parents choose to send their children to an elementary boarding school. Some of these reasons include the following:

• A more disciplined environment. Parents want to ensure that their children learn the proper values and life skills at a young age. Going away to boarding school can give students a chance to be away from home and learn how to manage their time and make good choices on their own.
• Higher academic standards. Some parents want their children to be challenged academically and receive a quality education. They may also want their children to experience different learning environments, such as smaller classes or one-on-one instruction with teachers who specialize in certain subjects.
• More opportunities for extracurricular activities and sports teams. Students at boarding schools often have access to more athletic programs than public schools because most boarding schools have large campuses with lots of space for playing fields, courts, and other sports activities like swimming pools, weight rooms, and gyms with basketball hoops or tennis courts.

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A Better Understanding of Other Cultures
Children who attend boarding schools learn about other cultures and gain a better understanding of how people live in other parts of the world. This is an important skill that will help them later in life when dealing with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Stronger Communication Skills
Boarding school students learn how to communicate with others in various situations and environments. They also develop strong communication skills by working together as a team and developing trust. These skills will help them when they enter the workforce or college later on in life.

Stronger Leadership Skills
Boarding school students learn how to lead because they are often placed in positions where they must take charge of others while they are away from home. For example, at school during holidays or breaks from classes, such as spring break.

Fairmont is a school where every child gets an A+ education. We employ caring, passionate educators who participate in rigorous training and mandatory yearly evaluation to ensure each child has an A+ teacher every year. Our secular, co-educational P-12 educational program balances time-honored fundamentals with innovative approaches to learning, taking into account intellectual as well as social and emotional growth.

We offer award-winning academics as well as numerous opportunities for children to explore their unique talents through the arts, athletics, and special programs like robotics, and speech and debate.

Fairmont is a safe place for high achievers, late bloomers, and everyone in between. We embrace a growth mindset and believe that the rewards of hard work, taking risks, and never giving up are worth it. We celebrate our diverse campus communities and foster a spirit of teamwork and mutual respect through all of our academic programs.

Fairmont Schools (Fairmont’s Boarding):
Fairmont’s boarding program allows students to mature in a safe, structured home-like environment. Students live and study alongside each other while enjoying a well-rounded immersion experience open to students in grades 9 – 12. A Fairmont community member lives in each Boarding home and serves as the “Resident Parent.” The program offers daily professionally-catered meals, a private van/shuttle service to and from school, and a safe and caring home environment. The boarding house is located less than 10 miles from campus.

Our Homestay program provides students with a warm and welcoming environment where they can be part of a family home. Living with American families is a fantastic opportunity for international students to immerse themselves in the English language and experience a new and exciting atmosphere. This experience also provides exposure to daily customs and traditional American holidays, making it an enriching cultural exchange. To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, all Fairmont host families undergo a rigorous approval process, which includes a thorough background check of all adults in the home and participation in annual training. This Homestay program is available for students in grades 1-12, and we strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for each student.

• English-speaking environment
• Private bedroom with a dresser, desk, and closet, and a shared bathroom
• Breakfast and dinner all week; all weekend meals included
• High-speed wireless internet
• Laundry facilities
• Weekend transportation
• Invitations to exclusive Fairmont Homestay events and weekend excursions (additional fee may apply)

Fairmont Homestay is currently accepting Homestay applications from students entering grades 1 - 12.

New Students - The Homestay application will be included in your Fairmont Schools acceptance packet. You must apply to be a student before you can apply for the program.