The Difference Between Boarding and Day School at Wasatch Academy

Boarding high schools may offer a day school option for families in close proximity to campus. Wasatch Academy offers both options for learning – here is a look at the main differences between day and boarding school. 

Private School Review, a site dedicated to helping families learn about their options for private school says, “When you send your child to boarding school, you are buying the whole package: academics, athletics, social life, extracurricular activities and 24/7 supervision all rolled into one.”

Boarding School

Students enrolling in boarding high schools are only a few years away from college. Preparing children for the college transition by sending them away earlier provides an additional opportunity for learning how to cope with being away from home and be independent, says Private School Review. 

Additionally, boarding schools help get students into a consistent schedule and routine. The entire school moves on a set schedule that maximizes academics, athletics and extracurricular involvement. 

Boarding high schools are a good option for parents who work long hours or travel often because they provide continued supervision and there is no need to worry about transporting your child to and from school, says Private School Review. 

“Best of all, a boarding school is a self-contained community. Your child will interact with all the members of that community, learning valuable lessons about diversity and tolerance in the process. The teaching, and the learning, never stop just outside the classroom,” says Private School Review. 

Day School

Day school options are less expensive than boarding schools and allow for parental involvement on a daily basis, writes New Jersey Family – a website for New Jersey moms about parenting tips. However, if transportation is an issue — day school may not be the best option for your student. 

Private School Review notes that day school will still provide your student with an opportunity for engaging in rigorous academic courses but it will separate him or her from the rest of the learning community. Additionally, he or she may miss out on some of the extracurricular activities or athletic options boarding high schools have to offer. 

Nicole Donaldson  is an academic writer for Fusion 360, an SEO and content marketing agency. Information provided by Wasatch Academy. Follow on Twitter.