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Bring out a student’s potential now—and expand what becomes possible in school, university, and beyond.
Our high-school team builds a personal, end-to-end plan for every young international student: school selection, applications and essays, academic planning, daily-life support, and thoughtful transition guidance. With a multi-advisor, high-touch model, we help students adapt academically and culturally, find the right boarding or school-housing arrangement, and give families the consistency and care they need throughout the journey.
An Experienced, Student-First Team
We identify the right opportunities for growth, create a tailored school list, prepare students for interviews, and help them settle confidently into U.S. campus life.
Strong School Relationships
Long-standing relationships with U.S. high schools give our students informed guidance and, where appropriate, meaningful advocacy throughout the application process.
Support Beyond the Application
Our care team helps resolve daily-life questions, stays in touch with schools and host families, and provides 24/7 emergency support when families need it most.
美国CSIET认证The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel(CSIET).
全称美国国际教育和游学项目标准委员会，是美国国际青少年教育交流项目的监管机构。CSIET认证类似于中国的3.15认证，既代表服务质量达到强制标准，
也代表对服务质量的承诺。CSIET对会员机构资格准入标准很高，而常青藤作为其中一员也具备为广大学子提供专业、权威服务的能力，让即将留美读高中的学生家庭更有保障!
What We Provide
Every element of our service is designed around the student—so they can learn and live in the U.S. with confidence, while families remain fully informed and reassured.
One-to-one school planning with a leading U.S. high-school admissions team backed by 20+ years of experience
Two mock-interview sessions led by current or former U.S. admissions professionals
A dedicated mentor from an Ivy League or Top 30 university
Up to two emergency school-transfer support cases
One high-school study-tour experience
One high-school community-service opportunity
Ongoing academic tracking, overseas guardianship support, pre-departure guidance, post-arrival care, and regular family updates
So parents always know how their child is doing abroad.
For Students
Match each student with a carefully selected host family so they can settle into U.S. life more quickly.
Support course selection and help students adapt confidently to the U.S. classroom.
Create regular activities that enrich life beyond class and build a sense of belonging.
Help resolve the everyday questions that arise after arrival.
For Parents
Stay close to each student’s school life, with regular communication with host families and school leaders.
Monitor academic progress, help students address challenges early, and give families real peace of mind.
Provide a responsive 24/7 support mechanism when an emergency arises in the U.S.
Our Process
Initial Consultation
A thoughtful conversation with the student and family to clarify goals and shape an initial direction.
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Testing Strategy
A testing plan and timeline shaped around admissions goals and current language preparation, with one-to-one coaching when needed.
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*Host Family Selection
Careful host-family selection, including home review and a close understanding of each family, to support a safe and welcoming placement.
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Application Preparation & Submission
Complete applications, submit materials, and maintain communication with schools throughout the process.
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Launch the Plan
Once we begin, a dedicated advisory team gathers the full picture and confirms the final application plan.
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School Selection
Build and analyze a thoughtful school list, including fit, strengths, university outcomes, and student-to-teacher ratios.
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Essay Development
Experienced advisors help students develop authentic material into essays that feel personal and right for each target school.
Interview Preparation
Interview scheduling support and focused one-to-one preparation to build confidence quickly.
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Pre-Departure Guidance
Guidance on flights, packing, travel, safety, course choice, uniforms, vaccinations, and medical preparation.
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Academic Progress
School orientation, grade tracking and feedback, course and study guidance, university planning, and transfer support.
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Regular Family Updates
Regular life and academic updates, family visits when appropriate, and support for everyday communication so families stay well informed.
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Visa Guidance
A tailored visa plan, thorough document preparation, and interview coaching for students and families.
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Additional Support
Support with wellbeing, unexpected situations, legal questions, housing, and immigration-related needs.
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Ongoing Care Abroad
24/7 emergency assistance, an accessible support team, help with medical care, regular family and school check-ins, and day-to-day conflict resolution.
Partner Schools
Ivy Elite works with outstanding U.S. private high schools, including institutions rated A+ or A by Niche. These schools combine excellent facilities, rich AP, honours and distinctive courses, active co-curricular life, and strong athletics. Each has its own academic culture and practical experience supporting international students as they adapt to life and learning in the United States.
Justin-Siena High School
Private coeducational boarding school
St. Anthony‘s High School
Private Catholic coeducational school
Bishop Montgomery High School
Private Catholic coeducational day school
BASIS Independent McLean
Private coeducational day school
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Private coeducational day school
Mater Dei Catholic High School
Private faith-based coeducational day school
Justin-Siena High School
Private coeducational boarding school
Location
Napa Valley, California — an affluent, safe community
Location Advantages
Close to San Francisco International Airport
Near a major Bay Area concentration of global companies
Within reach of Stanford, UC Berkeley, and other leading universities
School Highlights
Project Lead the Way 工程课标示范学校
A strong arts culture, with professional alumni and guest artists from Hollywood, Silicon Valley, and beyond.
A broad club programme, including mock trial and award-winning FTC robotics.
Extensive internship connections and professional networks.
Varied dining with dedicated culinary staff.
A calm, supportive study environment with access to Silicon Valley and California university resources.
Student Success Stories
Student Fan
Middle school: Guangzhou experimental school, Grade 9 (applying to Grade 9) · TOEFL 112 · SSAT 95th percentile
Offers:
The Loomis Chaffee School
Georgetown Preparatory School
Westminster School
Concord Academy
Kent School
Georgetown Preparatory School
Westminster School
Concord Academy
Kent School
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An outgoing, high-achieving student and school-team swimmer with a genuine interest in programming, human-computer interaction, and AI. We brought that intellectual thread to life through an interview-ready demo of a personal project—an element the schools responded to strongly.
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Student Qin
Middle school: Shenzhen public school, Grade 8 (applying to Grade 9) · TOEFL 90 · SSAT 85th percentile
Offers:
Rutgers Preparatory School
Brunswick School
The Pennington School
Brunswick School
The Pennington School
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A strong learner from a leading public school whose English profile needed more depth. We created a tailored plan that strengthened international readiness, adaptability, and academic potential—including a New Jersey scouting summer experience supported by the family.
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Student Nancy
Middle school: New Jersey private school, Grade 8 (applying to Grade 9) · SSAT 95th percentile
Offer:
Horace Mann School
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Nancy began with solid but mid-range results and a clear goal of joining a top U.S. high school. We first supported her entry to The Pennington School, then built her voice through debate and developed her harp talent with specialist coaching. Within a year, she transferred into Horace Mann School for Grade 9.
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Boarding vs. Day School: U.S. Private High Schools
Explore Your Options
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Boarding Schools
Day Schools
Application profile
Typical entry point
Common target
Application timing
Key strengths
| About 300+ nationwide | About 2,900+ nationwide |
| Grades 8/9 into Grade 9; Grades 9/10 into Grade 10 | Grades 9–12 |
| Top 100 schools | Top schools in a local area |
| Autumn applications; decisions typically arrive the following March | Rolling admissions |
| Live on campus, build close faculty relationships, and benefit from a structured, supportive environment with rich academics and co-curricular life. | Live with a host family, experience U.S. culture, and often access more flexible testing requirements and lower costs near well-connected communities. |
U.S. High School Rankings
Fingschool Rankings
Niche Rankings
Day Schools
Boarding Schools
This ranking draws on school-reported information, U.S. public data, and submissions from FS users. A statistical model compares each indicator across a broad school sample, alongside survey feedback from prospective, current, and alumni families on the information they value most.
1-25
26-50
51-75
76-100
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What are FS Rankings?
An established assessment of approximately 400 U.S. private day schools, combining long-term data with six decision factors that matter most to internationally minded families.
FS Ranking Factors
University outcomes
Academics
Co-curriculars
Family reviews
International student support
Community and location
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24%
14%
12%
12%
8%
Common Misconceptions About U.S. High Schools
Myth 1
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A larger enrolment automatically means a stronger school with better facilities.
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Myth 2
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A school with more international students cannot offer an authentic U.S. high-school experience.
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Myth 3
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More awards and more activities automatically make a school a better choice.
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Myth 4
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The smaller the class, the better the school.
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Frequently Asked Questions About U.S. High Schools
How do private and public high schools differ for international admissions?
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What is the difference between day and boarding schools?
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How do secular and faith-based high schools differ?
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Does attending a U.S. high school help with selective university applications?
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What does one year at a U.S. private high school typically cost?
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What qualities do U.S. high schools value and develop?
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How can a summer programme help with U.S. university applications?
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