Bermuda School Fairs hosted by Schools to Know

Boarding School Fairs have been a tradition in Bermuda for many years. In 1994, I arrived in Bermuda and began hosting my own events inviting schools that I had worked with as an educational consultant in both the USA and Canada. Currently, Schools to Know, hosts  four  fairs a year on the island with the inclusion of fairs for traditional boarding schools, schools for the younger child, learning support programs, summer camps and for the Bermuda Government, I host a seminar relating to students with very special needs. Many parents have asked if I would include schools from the UK in my events and I have decided to do so beginning this September. The events are held for two evenings at the Hamilton Princess Hotel.  The doors open at 4:30 and close at 7:30. Representatives from over thirty schools, at each event, will be here to share their programs with you. Additionally, educational consultants will be available to bring their expertise and members of the local banking … [Read More...]

Fall Boaring School Bermuda Fair Changes

Dear Admissions Departments, April, 2012 Sixteen years of hosting Boarding School Fairs in Bermuda has taught me a few things. News of events in Bermuda is spread via word of mouth, the internet, radio and newspapers advertising (in that order.) The best advertising in Bermuda is word of mouth. The parents that attend one night will tell their friends. I am often asked if the fair is only going to be on for one night as their friend really would have liked to come but had a meeting or the student had a play practice. This year we are offering a second evening at little additional cost to attract the most people. Collaborative events draw the biggest crowds. Carson Roy, Director of Admissions at Pomfret, organized a fair last fall for one group of Traditional Boarding Schools and a few weeks later I did another. We have agreed to combine them. I have also invited a few UK schools. Bermudians are always asking about UK schools. They are a … [Read More...]

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Schools to Know is a consulting and placement service available in the United States and Bermuda, designed to guide students and their families in making the important choices of:

  • Traditional Boarding Schools – college preparatory schools for grades 9-12, PG.
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  • Proposal of suitable schools list.
  • Guidance through the admission process.
  • Assistance with school appointments and lodging.
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