The Bolles School

The Bolles School is an independent college-preparatory day and boarding school in Jacksonville, Florida. It enrols more than 1,800 students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12, about 85 of them boarders, and its community represents 69 countries. Teaching takes place on four campuses:

• Lower School Whitehurst Campus, Jacksonville (pre-K to grade 5)
• Lower School Ponte Vedra Beach Campus (pre-K to grade 5)
• Middle School Bartram Campus, Jacksonville (grades 6-8)
• Upper School San Jose Campus, Jacksonville (grades 9-12)

The Upper School San Jose Campus, a historic building on the St. Johns River, is the centre of the Resident Life (boarding) programme. The school has 305 faculty and staff and keeps classes small. Its Chahlavi Center for Global Learning and Engagement, a partnership with the Global Online Academy, language study and international travel give students a global perspective. Outside class there are after-school activities, extended day care, summer programmes, tennis and a swim club.

Admission starts with an inquiry to an admission director and a campus visit, followed by an online application. Families can apply for need-based financial aid through the school's Affordability programme.