Advantages of attending an all boys school

Normally when parents hear about an all boys school the first thing which comes to the mind is that there are no girls and therefore there are going to be fewer distractions. However there is quiet enough research and studies out there which suggest that there are several other benefits of an all boys education.

Why your son should attend an all boys boarding school?

• It is important for parents to know that boys and girls learn at a different pace and their brains develop differently as well. When your son attends a boarding school which only comprises of boys the focus is more on a learning style and technique which is effective for males. The curriculum is designed in such a way that it engages the energetic curiosity and learning style of the students. It is generally thought that boys learn better when they are allowed to be active and noisy. Plus boys have a hands on approach towards learning.
• Students are involved and actively engaged in the classroom by the teachers. They are motivated and inspired to learn with the best of their abilities.
• In a coed system, there is a whole lot of social pressure on the boys and girls. This kind of pressure would also have an impact on the academic development. During adolescence students feel stressed, especially young boys when they are interacting with girls. At an all boys school this stress is removed. In other words students become more confident because they do not have any social anxiety which are normally found in mixed classrooms.
• Since the emphasis is on the boys learning in their own special way and since their social needs are met there is an improvement in their academic development as well. At an all boys school you can expect your child to develop socially, behaviorally and academically at their own specific pace. This can bring about improvement in their academic achievement.
• Since there is an absence of social pressure the boys can break away from the usual male activities. In the absence of the stereotypes boys have the freedom to pursue their interest in activities such as art, languages, music and community service. The get ample opportunities to participate in these activities or other such tasks which are offered in their boys boarding school. In mix setting most of these above mentioned activities are taken over by the girls.
• An all boys education system is known for the unique core values and traditions which it instills in its students. Participating in the different activities which are associated with these traditions allows the boys to develop strong bonds with their peers. It’s leads to lasting friendships some of which are for a lifetime. In such a setting the boys share experiences which allow strong bonds to develop.

The above mentioned are only a few of the benefits which you can expect your child to go through when they attend an all boys boarding school. Before you choose a boarding school for your child make sure that you have assessed it properly and ensure that it fulfills the needs of your child.