The Secret Most Expensive Schools Only Billionaires Can Afford

The Secret Most Expensive Schools Only Billionaires Can Afford

[julianneheindorf]

The premise of this video is wrong. There aren’t enough billionaires in the world with enough kids to fill these schools. Therefore, one must assume that non-billionaires, but still very affluent people are the ones sending their kids to these schools.

[ABeautfulMess]

I attended the oldest Boarding School in America. Opened in 1746 in Lititz Pa. This all girl school was the most amazing place. I still hold all my LH sisters very close..i was blessed..

[tobarragl]

Eton College, UK
Harrow School, UK
Lawrenceville School, USA
The American School, Switzerland
Hurtwood House School, UK
Collège du Léman, Switzerland
St George’s International School, Switzerland
Le Regent International School, Switzerland
Leysin American School, Switzerland
Shortridge Academy, USA
Collège Alpin Beau Soleil, Switzerland
Aiglon College, Switzerland
Institut auf dem Rosenberg, Switzerland
Institut le Rosey, Switzerland

[Noname-cnly]

Wouldn’t it be a dream……if every student across the globe, had access to this top notch education that is only afforded to the children of the top richest, 10%! 🤦‍♀️😞

[funkg]

My son attends a 'free' school in London, which is similar to what Americans would understand as a charter school. This particular school borrows its ethos from traditional public schools – the elite private ones in the UK, not to be confused with the publicly funded ones!!!

The school hosts a diverse blend of families. Some are wealthy, while others come from lower income homes. This financial diversity is reflected in how families contribute to the school community. Those who are financially well-off often donate money on a regular basis. Meanwhile, families with limited financial means can still participate by volunteering their time and skills.

One of the highlights of my son's school experience has been his participation in the cricket and rugby A teams. These teams often find themselves competing against some of the top private schools in London. When we visit these schools, I'm always struck by the sheer grand opulence of their facilities. From state-of-the-art cricket pavilions and nets to tennis courts and concert halls (a facility my son, an aspiring pianist, appreciates), these schools are a spectacle!!!

I'll admit, if I had the money, I'd be tempted to enroll my son in one of these fee-paying schools. Especially since he's developed a passion for skiing, fencing, and swimming. However, I've observed a trend in the UK education landscape: these elite schools seem to be accessible mostly to the very wealthy or those from lower income backgrounds. The middle-income brackets like my family, often finds itself edged out.

Despite this, I take comfort in the fact that my son enjoys his school. The quality of his education and the experiences he's gaining are invaluable.

[nathaliedufour]

Billionaires, no. Wealthy people, yes.

[amitlegare]

I worked at a private school before and if you can afford it, its worth it...alumnis usually kept in touch and visited the school for events. Majority of the kids that gradute from these schools were successful in their chosen field or occupation.

[lulukazhila]

Videos like these just reinforce the fact that life is not as much of a meritocracy as we're told. Some people are already starting out with far more superior advantages than most people could ever have & they will be the same people in a couple of years lecturing other people about working hard & they're amazing Ivy League Education. It reminds me of the current saturation of nepo babies in the fashion world. Or Prince Harry receiving multi-million dollar contracts yet complaining about his Eton education. Or that scandal where celebrities were paying colleges admission for their kids. I It's like these schools are a 'nepotism' or preferential treatment pipeline to whatever choice of career they want. I think it's important to have this kind of awareness because some people are way too hard on themselves.

[Africanbloke]

You don't have to be a billionaire to attend Eton College.

[kkgoth]

Why not mention that Eton and Harrow are still exclusively for men?

And not for billionaires but for wealthy families. (Some cost as much as many US universities)

[alananthony]

Rather than just mindlessly regurgitating each school's prospectus, how about some attempt at an objective analysis of the pros and cons of sending your kids to one, mentioning e.g. the appalling incidence of sexual molestation of pupils at the hands of staff, particularly at some of the British schools? (an aspect of their "tradition" that they would no doubt like to keep very secret!!)

[jason]

Expensive yes, but historically the most successful people usually always attend regular schools.

[TruthHighway]

I went to Choate. Many were certainly from rich families, but some weren't, including me.

[lis]

Makes you wonder if Prince George really had to sit for an entrance exam for Eton…as the future King of England they were hardly going to deny him entry….

[French-Kiss]

It appears that Elton and Harrow don’t believe females are worthy of their esteemed reputations.

[courtneyalva]

If all kids in the world had access to even a fraction of this experience, the world would be such a magnificent place.

[patriciafeehan]

Eton 56, 000 is not a Billionaire price.

[khonable]

Shortridge looks like my local retirement centre😂

[walterking]

After graduating from Culinary School, I decided to work with a Food Consultant Company catering to Up Scale Prep Schools. I worked at The Collegiate School, Riverdale Country School, St Thomas Choir School and a Jewish School Called Ramaz.

[areguapiri]

Very few of the graduates of these schools have basic human intelligence. 2020-2021 proved that.