Why invest with Bowdre Educational Consulting?
At Bowdre Educational Consulting, we believe that every child deserves to grow in an environment where they feel seen, safe, and celebrated.
Whether it’s the first day of kindergarten, the right boarding school, the perfect summer camp, or the lifesaving support of a therapeutic program—our mission is to help families find the place where their child truly belongs.
Here’s why working with an independent placement expert like Bowdre is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in your child’s future:
💛 It’s All About Fit and Belonging
Success in school or camp isn’t just about academics or activities—it’s about relationships, environment, and emotional safety. We help families find the setting that best nurtures each child’s strengths, needs, and personality.
🎓 K–12 & Boarding School Placement
From selective day schools to prestigious boarding schools, we guide families through the admissions process with insight, strategy, and heart—ensuring students land in communities where they can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
🏕️ Summer Camp Placement
Camp is often a child’s first taste of independence—and a powerful place to build confidence, friendships, and self-awareness. We match children with camps where they’ll be encouraged to be themselves and try new things in a nurturing environment.
🧭 Therapeutic Boarding School & Wilderness Placement
When families are navigating mental health or behavioral challenges, the process can feel overwhelming. We offer compassionate, informed guidance to find therapeutic and wilderness programs that are safe, credible, and attuned to your child’s healing journey.
🤝 A Trusted Partner, Every Step of the Way
We’re not just here to “get you in.” We’re here to walk beside you—asking the right questions, opening the right doors, and advocating for your child’s well-being and future.
With over a decade of experience serving families across the U.S. and internationally, we bring strategy, compassion, and deep knowledge to every placement process. When you partner with Bowdre, you're investing in more than a placement—you're investing in your child’s sense of self, security, and success.
K-12
BOARDING SCHOOL
BOARDING SCHOOL
Finding the right school can change the trajectory of a child’s life. We help families identify and apply to schools that match your child’s learning style, personality, and long-term goals—whether you’re looking for a nurturing Pre-K, a dynamic middle school, or a mission-aligned high school.
Support includes:
- School search and personalize
Finding the right school can change the trajectory of a child’s life. We help families identify and apply to schools that match your child’s learning style, personality, and long-term goals—whether you’re looking for a nurturing Pre-K, a dynamic middle school, or a mission-aligned high school.
Support includes:
- School search and personalized list creation
- Application timeline management
- Interview preparation
- Learning needs assessment and advocacy
- Family decision support
BOARDING SCHOOL
BOARDING SCHOOL
BOARDING SCHOOL
The boarding experience offers independence, rich tradition, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're seeking a rigorous academic environment, athletic opportunity, or specialized support, we guide you toward schools that fit your teen's story and spark.
Our boarding school services include:
- Domestic and international school recommen
The boarding experience offers independence, rich tradition, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're seeking a rigorous academic environment, athletic opportunity, or specialized support, we guide you toward schools that fit your teen's story and spark.
Our boarding school services include:
- Domestic and international school recommendations
- Essay and application guidance
- Personalized visit planning and interview prep
- Therapeutic or specialized program referrals, if needed
CAMP / SUMMER
CAMP / SUMMER
CAMP / SUMMER
Summer is a time for growth, connection, and confidence-building. We help families find enriching camp experiences—day camps, sleepaway camps, travel, and service programs—that align with your child’s interests, values, and age.
We place students in:
- Traditional and specialty camps (arts, STEM, leadership, etc.)
- Service-based and adventure
Summer is a time for growth, connection, and confidence-building. We help families find enriching camp experiences—day camps, sleepaway camps, travel, and service programs—that align with your child’s interests, values, and age.
We place students in:
- Traditional and specialty camps (arts, STEM, leadership, etc.)
- Service-based and adventure travel programs
- Pre-college academic camps
- Confidence and resilience-building programs for teens
GAP YEAR
CAMP / SUMMER
CAMP / SUMMER
A well-designed gap year can be one of the most transformative chapters in a student’s life. We help teens and young adults design gap experiences that foster independence, purpose, and growth before the next academic step.
Gap year services include:
- Program recommendations tailored to interests and goals
- Travel, service, and internship pl
A well-designed gap year can be one of the most transformative chapters in a student’s life. We help teens and young adults design gap experiences that foster independence, purpose, and growth before the next academic step.
Gap year services include:
- Program recommendations tailored to interests and goals
- Travel, service, and internship placements
- College deferral planning
- Parent coaching and readiness support
