WHERE NEXT?

There are many exciting opportunities in Bermuda and overseas. We look at the best schools, colleges and universities

Albert College

“I was ready for an adventure, ready for more independence and looking for a new experience.” These are just some of the reasons that Skye Backeberg decided to come to Albert College for Grade 10. In her first year at Canada’s oldest co-ed boarding and day school, Skye is already enjoying the benefits of Albert’s 5 ‘A’s – academics, arts, athletics, active citizenship, and adventure. While the Ontario curriculum is different from her studies in Bermuda, she feels she is learning a lot with support from her teachers when she needs it. She is involved in the school’s drama production and its choir, and is delving into painting watercolour castles in visual arts class. Skye competed with the school’s volleyball team, and at a national tournament with the basketball team, and is looking forward to soccer and swimming in the spring. Despite the colder lake water, she fully immersed herself in an adventure camp in Ontario’s Algonquin Park to start the school year.

Perhaps most of all, though, Skye decided to join Albert College because it felt like it was the right place for her. “It’s really diverse here, and I’m living with people who speak so many different languages and share their cultures,” she says. And Skye has also brought her Bermudian culture to Canada, giving a presentation to students about celebrations like the Good Friday kite festival that she loves so much about home. Her advice to Bermudian students thinking about coming to Canada? “Do it,” she says, “it’s different, and yes, the winters are cold, but there are so many amazing people here.” www.albertcollege.ca

Discover an exceptional Albert College education.

At Albert College, our students are inspired to excel in the 5 ‘A’s: Academics, Arts, Athletics, Active Citizenship and Adventure.

Albert College is Canada’s oldest co-ed boarding and day school.

Up to $40,000 in tuition assistance available to Bermudian students with the Frederick Sydney Smith ’31 scholarship.

Learn more at albertcollege.ca

Bermuda Institute

Dylan and Adrian Fox It has been an interesting and exciting journey to watch these two young boys who entered our gates twenty-three years ago, grow and develop into the exceptional young men that they are today. Dylan Fox and Adrian Fox are unique siblings because they are fraternal twins. It is true that twins can be very close because they have lived their whole lives together, in the same home, and have done almost the same things. However, at first glance one can distinguish one from the other. You will not find Dylan finishing Adrian’s sentence, nor Adrian making the same choice as Dylan, but you will at first contact with them, notice two quiet, different, yet well-mannered and polite individuals with a mind of their own. If the need arises, they will help each other without question. They are somewhat connected telepathically, yet, they have their own hobbies, different interests, and even different friends. The difference in personality is what makes them special.

Both Dylan and Adrian are currently in their senior year at Bermuda Institute, feverishly working towards graduation in June. They are planning to go on to university and pursue completely different career paths. They hope someday to make a difference in society in the field of science.

Dylan’s dream is to become an ophthalmologist. He heads to La Sierra University to begin this journey. He enjoys science and is fascinated by the eyes. Though not a member of a track team currently, he enjoys running, like his dad. He is quite involved in the community. One of his favorite things to do is to participate in the feeding programme at his church. He has served as prefect for two years and this academic year was selected the Head boy, a role that he takes seriously.

Adrian hopefully will be heading to Salford University in England this fall. He is interested in becoming an aeronautical engineer. His love for physics and passion for airplanes are the elements attracting him to this field. He recognises that such a career cannot be achieved in Bermuda, but states confidently that Bermuda is his home, and no matter where life takes him, he will always come home. He too enjoys running like his dad, and playing basketball. www.bermudainstitute.bm

These two young men say without apology that one main thing that keeps them going, and that they fully embrace, is the strong family bond that holds them together. They enjoy being twins, and love to play games together, but they mostly like to be recognised as distinct individuals.

Ava Gibson plans to complete her Bachelor of Laws degree in the UK, with a focus on human rights law and hopes to return to Bermuda to practice as a lawyer. Ava has a passion for public speaking, and is currently a student debate leader, leading the Middle School debate club. Ava has participated in numerous debating competitions, most recently winning best finals speaker at the Bermuda National Debate tournament in November 2022.

An environmental activist, Ava was elected to the Youth Climate Advisory Board of the inaugural Youth Climate Summit in 2021. Through this experience, she has been able to engage with young people from around the island, and is part of a pilot project to introduce reusable lunch containers into Bermudian schools. Her enthusiasm for sustainability and conservation was solidified after spending a week at sea, sailing to Grand Turk aboard the Spirit of Bermuda. Ava is extremely thankful to her school community for their continuous support throughout her 13 years at BHS. www.bhs.bm

Your future begins with a solid foundation, and spending your last two years of high school at BHS will prepare you for success at university and beyond.

100% of BHS graduates go on to tertiary education around the world and we look forward to helping you achieve your goals in an innovative, engaging and supportive community.

To learn more about BHS or the co-educational Senior Years Programme, please visit www.bhs.bm

Bishop’s College School

Sarah Francoeur (Grade 12) is a fourth year boarding student at Bishop’s College School. “I chose BCS because of recommendations from family friends, as well as their IB Diploma Programme. My favourite part would have to be the people and support. Living in a campus setting and especially in the dorm, you spend a lot of time with these people and create genuine and incredible bonds. I have made lifelong friends from Germany, Mexico, Colombia and more — something I never expected before coming here. It really opens your eyes to other parts of the world that may not be so widespread, especially on an island like Bermuda. You will come to learn many phrases and cool anecdotes from all sorts of languages and cultures.” www.bishopscollegeschool.com

Blue Ridge School

Boys from around the world come to Blue Ridge School in Virginia, USA, for a supportive academic community that challenges them to reach their full potential. The strength of this community comes from our commitment to being all-boys and all-boarding. Students form the “Baron Brotherhood” through their shared experiences of dorm life, athletic team competition, twice weekly Chapel services, meals with friends and faculty, and more. More than 80% of BRS faculty live on campus and get to know many sides of each boy’s personality. Boys learn best from teachers who really know them, that’s why Blue Ridge School is “Built for Boys.” www.blueridgeschool.com

Branksome Hall

Branksome Hall is Toronto’s leading International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for girls. Founded in 1903, the school educates approximately 900 students from JK to Grade 12 on our 13-acre campus in the heart of the city. We offer a Boarding Programme beginning in Grade 7 and an immersive Study Abroad Programme with our sister school, Branksome Hall Asia, in South Korea. More than $1.5 million is available in financial assistance for students in Grades 7 to 12.

Our inquiry-based Liberal Arts curriculum is enriched by our four core values: Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity and Making a Difference. Branksome Hall’s state-of-the-art facilities include an award-winning Athletics and Wellness Centre, Innovation Hub, and indoor rock-climbing wall. Our graduates are welcomed by leading universities around the world, most with scholarships. www.branksome.on.ca

With today’s exponential pace of change and the complexities of our current global context, tomorrow’s leaders will need to think differently. Branksome Hall is preparing leaders who will not only meet this need but are already shaping that future.

Cardigan Mountain School

Cardigan Mountain School is a boarding school for boys in 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grade, located in Canaan, New Hampshire.

Cardigan understands and appreciates boys at this great age and stage of development, and they have created an environment designed to nurture not only their academic achievement, but also their physical, social, ethical, and personal growth.

Everything at Cardigan— from teaching and learning to arts, sports, and fun—is geared toward helping boys reach their potential. The school offers boys just the right amounts of structure and independence, challenge and support, and a focus on both individual growth and a strong, positive sense of community. This time-tested, comprehensive approach to the education of boys prepares Cardigan students for success in secondary school, college, and beyond. www.cardigan.org

CedarBridge Academy

Anaya West is a student who is an outstanding role model. He is respectful, cooperative, and caring. Anaya is always ready and willing to assist anyone. He exemplifies integrity while maintaining a humble, unassuming spirit. As a result of these qualities Anaya is well liked and respected by his peers and teachers and was appointed Head Boy this year.

Anaya has also set high standards for himself academically. He has been an Honor Roll student for his entire 4 years at CBA, and is currently in the top ten of his year. He was inducted to the National Honors Society in S2. He plans to pursue a degree in computer science and has taken a variety of rigorous courses to prepare him for this path of study.

Anaya also has a strong sense of community, and this is reflected in his involvement in many activities, both in and out of school. He is a member of the Peer Forward programme, where he helps to plan college awareness activities for the school body. In the community he is an assistant youth football coach, where he mentors young athletes, teaching them values such as hard work, teamwork, and dedication. He also assists with cross country events, food drives, and community cleanups. He has a strong desire to contribute to the betterment of his community.