MARINA JENKINS -
GUARDIAN OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN THE UK
A lucky twist brought me to the UK — and to a job I love: supporting children who come here to study at boarding schools.
Each year, my team and I look after over 70 students from all over the world. We visit them in schools across the country, speak with their houseparents and teachers, and stay closely connected.
Over the past six years, our agency has supported hundreds of students across the UK — from Scotland to the South Coast. We have visited around 200 British schools and developed a deep understanding of the different needs students may have depending on their background, culture and language.
Sending a child abroad is a big step. It’s exciting, but also full of questions, worries, and unknowns. That’s why I’m here — to be their safe point of contact, and your calm connection to life in the UK.
My own son is studying abroad, so I know what parents go through. I understand the challenges students face and how to support them. I also know what it’s like to be a parent watching from afar — and I recognise the worries, the hopes, and the expectations that come with this journey.
SERVICES MOST NEEDED BY PARENTS DURING
THE 2024-2025 ACADEMIC YEAR
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ALWAYS AVAILABLE OUTSIDE WORKING HOURS, ON WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
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SUPPORT WITH ANY ISSUES (BEHAVIOUR, ACADEMICS, ADAPTING TO NEW SCHOOL AND BOARDING RULES, UNDERSTANDING BRITISH TRADITIONS)
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MEDICINE PURCHASE
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STUDENT SUPPORT DURING THE FIRST WEEKS IN BOARDING
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ATTENDING PARENTS’ MEETINGS
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ASSISTANCE WITH AIRPORT MEET & GREET AND TRANSFERS
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GUIDANCE ON ENTRY RULES TO THE UK
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TRANSLATION AND EXPLANATION OF SCHOOL REPORTS
WHAT I DO FOR YOUR CHILD
I speak with the child and parents in their native language.
In touch with the child, parents and school during non-working hours and weekends*.
I know how to solve everyday issues of a child
I will come to your child's school, and there I will meet with educators and teachers. I will find out how he lives, if there are difficulties, then I will immediately solve them on the spot
I will be at your child's meeting, find out about his progress and make a report for you about the meeting with each teacher
I will meet with you and with the future student even before the conclusion of the contract, I will answer all questions about guardianship, the educational system of Britain, how everything works on boarding at school, what is the situation in the country, etc.
*depending on package guardianship
GUARDIANSHIP SERVICES
I offer several types of care packages.
You can select the services that are right for your child
ACCREDITATION BY AEGIS — THE ASSOCIATION FOR
THE EDUCATION AND GUARDIANSHIP OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN THE UK
WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR PARENTS IF YOUR CHILD’S GUARDIAN IS ACCREDITED BY AEGIS
(THE ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION AND GUARDIANSHIP OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)?
CHECKS AND RECEIVED CERTIFICATES:
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Passed the mandatory test for working with children in the UK on criminal history - DBS check
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Completed UK Childcare Training - Designated Safeguarding Lead Training
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Maryna Jenkins Limited is insured: "professional indemnity" for £1,000,000 and "public liability" for £5,000,000. Hiscox Insurance Company UK
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Customer Privacy Compliance Per Information Commissioner`s Office
AEGIS Policies
Safeguarding Policy
Staff and Homestay Code of Conduct
Welfare, Health and Safety Policy
AEGIS Policies
Our Team
We’re all passionate supporters of British education. It’s a true joy for us to see our students achieve their dreams with our help — growing into strong, confident individuals, getting into the world’s top universities, finding their path, and making thoughtful choices of their own.
