Student Experience

A vibrant multicultural community

Student Life at
CATS Academy Boston

CATS Academy Boston is not just a school; it’s a place where students find a second family, making their educational journey an enriching and unforgettable experience. With our vibrant multicultural community, we offer students locally and from around the world a nurturing environment where they can thrive academically and personally.

With a strong sense of community embedded into our culture and ethos, our staff are fully emersed in developing and delivering our beliefs outside of the classroom. Each day our students are growing, developing, and maturing into positive, contributing global citizens of today’s society.

Hear From Our Students
On Their Experience

What Students Can Expect

A Multicultural Community

With 30% of our cohort consisting of American students, international students will study and live closely with their American counterparts. Our multicultural environment fosters cultural exchange, allowing international students to gain a deeper understanding of American customs, traditions, and values, while also sharing their own perspectives and backgrounds. This enriching blend of cultures not only enhances the overall educational experience but also promotes global awareness, preparing our students for success in an increasingly interconnected world.
Supportive Staff

CATS Academy Boston is a true home-away-from-home for all students. Our academic staff, Residential Life team and live-in Dorm Parents are always on hand to provide the highest standard of safety and care, and help students settle into the school by creating a caring and comfortable home.

A Well-Rounded Experience

Our extensive extracurricular and excursion program gives students the opportunity to keep up with their passions from home, discover new interests, stay healthy, develop academically, stretch their creative skills, and enhance their university or college applications.
Immersive English

All school life is conducted in English, giving every international student the opportunity to master the language in both academic and social settings. Our immersive education style nurtures every student to build knowledge, become resilient, and achieve the best outcomes in life. For international students who need additional English language support, our CATS Extra Program and English as a Second Language electives are available.

Extracurricular Clubs, Activities & Excursions

Discover the full range of activities, clubs and excursions open to all CATS Academy Boston students

Clubs & Activities

Student Welfare

The welfare of our students is incredibly important to us, and the school is structured to support students throughout their journey with us.

Personal Advisor

Every student is assigned a Personal Advisor who will provide them with guidance and support so they can achieve their best. Your advisor will assist you with any problems you may have and will work with you to identify goals you want to achieve and the steps you need to take to successfully achieve those goals. Twice each semester, your parents will receive reports from your advisor to provide them with an overall understanding of how you are progressing at CATS Academy Boston.
Student Orientation

During orientation we help students make CATS Academy Boston their second home. As well as introducing students to studying in the U.S, we help with setting up bank accounts and cell phones, finding the local shopping areas, bus routes, and learning your way around Boston. We encourage students to make friends and sign-up for clubs and societies to further enhance their CATS Academy Boston experience.
Supportive Dorm Parents

We take great pride in fostering a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive school community where every student feels valued and empowered to thrive. Our dedicated live-in Dorm Parents provide exceptional care and support, creating a welcoming residential environment where students quickly develop a strong sense of belonging.
Student Council

At the heart of the school community is Student Government, led by students for students. It helps create recreational and academic events for our school community, acting as the voice of their peers. Through Student Government, students cultivate essential leadership and collaboration skills, gain confidence in taking initiative, and enhance their profile for university admissions.

Student Success

“I wanted to attend an Ivy league school and CATS Academy Boston has made it possible. I have been constantly supported by my college counsellors. The environment in CATS Boston has provided me with an opportunity to excel.”

Karolina from UkraineProgressed to Brown University (#13 National University Ranking 2026) 

“CATS gave me unbelievable freedom and trust to pursue learning at the depth I cared about most. I can’t imagine another school that would go to the lengths CATS did to allow me to delve into advanced coursework and real research."

AJ from ThailandProgressed to Brown University (#13 National University Ranking 2026) 

“I would totally recommend CATS Academy Boston to everyone who is looking for an international boarding school. I will always remember the 3 years I spent at CATS Academy because this place provides so many new perspectives I couldn’t have got otherwise at my home.”

Dima from UkraineProgressed to University of Pennsylvania
(#7 National University Ranking 2026)

“My experience at CATS has meant a lot to me. My educators were always approachable and willing to help, whether it was with academics, advice, or encouragement, and that support made a big difference in my confidence and growth."

Huu from VietnamProgressed to Northeastern University
(#46 National University Ranking 2026)

“My past two years at CATS/NAHA have contributed to tremendous growth across various aspects of my life, allowing me to pursue athletic and academic excellence in an environment filled with community and diversity."

Aaniva from United States | Hockey AcademyProgressed to Amherst College (#2 Liberal Arts University Ranking 2026)

“The biggest help was my college counselor. He helped me from starting from absolutely nowhere and not having any idea of what I want to do to picking a major and then looking at different colleges. “

Yam from Hong KongProgressed to New York University (#32 National University Ranking 2026)

“I’m really thankful for my experience at CATS. Having the opportunity to simultaneously play hockey at a high-level and partake in rigorous academics were important factors to me, and CATS Academy Boston was able to provide me with that throughout my three-year journey."

Zachary from the United States | Hockey AcademyProgressed to Boston College (#36 National University Ranking 2026)

“My teachers here really support me because they are very active. My STEAM teacher has introduced me to opportunities outside of class to help with my extracurriculars, as well as workshops I could take."

Cath from VietnamProgressed to Florida State University (#51 National University Ranking 2026)

“Arriving at CATS Boston I was very nervous, it’s a new place, new environment, new people, new culture but they helped me get through it because we have such an amazing faculty. The staff, and everyone, are eager to help you settle in and get comfortable.”

Landry from RwandaProgressed to DePauw University (#58 Liberal Arts University Ranking 2026)

“The coaches really help us a lot and teach us the skills we need to win games and to develop us as individual players. CATS Boston has given me a lot of opportunities - especially for college as there are lots that come and see us play. I’d recommend the Basketball Program at CATS Boston because we play at a high level and are challenged to push ourselves as we play good teams every single game.”  

Patrick from United States | Basketball ProgramPlayed Shooting Guard for CATS Boston’s Boys Prep Basketball Team