Books About Boarding School Life

The Best Boarding School Life Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about boarding school life? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Good, the Bad and the Very Slimy
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Our 1 Favorite Books About Boarding School Life

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

The Good, the Bad and the Very Slimy

By R.L. Stine, Trip Park (Illustrator) · Rotten School series

Can a troublemaker stay out of mischief for a dance date?

128 pages· 10,388 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 348 ratings
Summary: Bernie Bridges, notorious for his antics, makes a daring promise to win a date with the school's coolest girl, April-May June. He vows to stay out of trouble for a week, but with the infamous slug race looming, can Bernie really change his ways? Will he manage to keep his promise, or will his mischievous nature get the better of him? Dive into this hilarious tale of mischief, promises, and unexpected challenges.
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