Private High School Program in the United Kingdom

High School Program Enrollment Procedure

Follow the steps below to enroll in the High School program:

1. Information Gathering: Visit us directly at one of our offices, attend a fair, or contact us by email or phone. We are at your disposal to discuss and assist you in planning your project.
2. Candidate Selection: Before your enrollment, we will check if you meet all the admission requirements for the High School program. We will also assess your English proficiency to ensure it meets the admission criteria.
3. Registration: If you wish to enroll, complete the registration form and submit it to us by email, fax, or mail along with a deposit of 2,000 CHF or 1,700 EUR for J1 USA programs, and 1,300 CHF or 1,000 EUR for all other High School programs. We will contact you to confirm your enrollment.
4. AILS File: Once we have received your registration, we will contact you to complete your online file, including personal information, academic records, medical records, etc. Our advisors will guide you through these steps and maintain regular contact to ensure that your file progresses smoothly.
5. Acceptance: On average, within two weeks of receiving your complete file, we receive your acceptance. The search for your host family will then begin. Please note that it may take some time to confirm your placement, which may be close to your departure date, especially for the High School Standard program. Rest assured, this is a normal procedure. Our advisors rigorously follow up on your file and provide you with information as it becomes available.
6. Host Family: We visit potential host families and interview their members to better assess their capacity and motivation to host a student. Once the family is accepted, they are free to choose the student they wish to host. This approach contributes to the success of the placement.
7. School: You will be placed in a local school and follow the same secondary education program as local students. The choice of subjects available may vary depending on the country you reside in.
8. Preparing for Departure: We assist you in preparing your file, guide you through the visa application process, arrange medical insurance if necessary, and can make flight reservations upon request. A few weeks before your departure, you will be invited to our "Hit the Road" day, during which we will discuss your project and provide you with all the keys to a successful year! You will also receive your student pack, including an orientation manual, insurance documents, travel documents, an AILS bag, and a list of things to bring.
9. Your Stay: Throughout your stay, your local contact person and AILS advisors will be at your disposal for any questions or assistance. We also take the initiative to contact you regularly to check on your well-being. Depending on the country, coordinators organize occasional activities (BBQs, pizza nights, swim parties, excursions, etc.) to allow participants to meet and socialize.
10. Become an AILS Ambassador: Every year, we invite willing students to share their international experience with the world through Facebook, Twitter, or email. If you are interested in becoming one of them, please let us know!
11. On-Site Support: Since our establishment 20 years ago, AILS has emphasized the quality of its programs, which includes providing support to students before and during their stay. Whether you participate in the High School Standard or High School Flex program in the United States, Canada, or Germany, you will be assigned a local representative who will be your point of contact throughout your stay. This person will answer all your questions and assist you in resolving any issues or concerns you may have. An emergency hotline provided by the host organization is also available 24/7. AILS is always available to you and your parents throughout your stay.
12. After Your Stay: Upon your return, we will contact you to discuss your experience. Every year, we invite our students to share their experience during our information and preparation meetings and at the professional fairs we attend. These meetings are also an opportunity to share a friendly moment and recount your adventure to future American students! AILS also offers university programs, so feel free to contact us or request our brochure on "Studying Abroad at Universities."