Clayton Johnston is the Director of Admissions at Brentwood College School in British Columbia, Canada. He blogs regularly at Brentwood Admissions Blog about his school and about life in the Admissions Office at Brentwood College School. You can follow him @bcsadmissions, or visit www.brentwood.bc.ca to learn more.
Recent Articles
When Small Classes Are Not Enough: Executive Function
Small classes help, but students with executive-function challenges may need more. Learn how to evaluate boarding school coaching, structure, residential support, communication, and systems that build lasting independence over time.
How Boarding Schools Handle Staff Misconduct
Learn how boarding schools screen employees, supervise staff, establish professional boundaries, investigate concerns, meet reporting obligations, and communicate with families about misconduct before and after enrollment decisions arise.
How to Verify Learning-Support Services Before You Enroll
Learn how to verify boarding school learning-support services before enrolling, including staffing, accommodations, costs, progress monitoring, residential coordination, and questions families should ask during admissions visits and final decisions.
