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Your Child's Path to 

Starts Here

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Every school offers something unique, but not every environment is right for your child. We help you consider academics, culture, and support systems to find the school where your child feels challenged and encouraged to thrive.

Finding the Right School Fit

The right school is a place where your child feels seen, supported, and motivated to grow. From how learning happens in the classroom to the culture that shapes student life, every school offers a different experience.

We help families move beyond surface-level comparisons to reflect on what matters most to their child’s learning and well-being. We help you weigh local, international, or boarding options with clarity and confidence, so your child can thrive in a community that feels right.

Right School

Our son chose the perfect school - not necessarily the school with the lowest acceptance rate, but a place where he will receive strong academic support, develop and thrive, and feel at home.

A. M. 

academic advising, AP course planning, high school curriculum support, math and science guidance, humanities selection, college-prep course strategy

Designing the Right Learning Journey

A school’s curriculum impacts how your child learns to think, learn, and grow. With so many options available, it can be difficult to decide which option will play to their strengths.

 

We help families look beyond labels and trends in order to identify institutions, courses, and opportunities that best suit their values, preferences, and ambitions.

A Curriculum Built for Success

With a growing number of curriculum options, each offering distinct strengths, philosophies, and long-term implications, it's essential to align academic choices with your child’s individual goals, learning style, and future aspirations.

 

We help families make informed decisions by demystifying each pathway and considering how each supports both academic readiness and personal growth. Through thoughtful guidance and a student-centered lens, we ensure your child is set up for success, now and in the future.

Advanced Curriculum

Common in North America and parts of Asia, this approach includes AP and honors courses, offering college-level rigor and standardized assessments for university preparation.

International Baccalaureate

A globally recognized, inquiry-based curriculum that develops independent thinkers. Focuses on interdisciplinary learning, research, and global perspectives.

GCSE and 
A-levels

A structured, exam-focused system used in the UK and Commonwealth countries, allowing students to specialize early and develop deep subject mastery.

Progressive Curricula

Includes project-based, experiential, and interdisciplinary models found in progressive schools worldwide, fostering creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving.

60%

of students report feeling stressed every day

75%

feel constant stress over schoolwork

17.5 hours

spent on homework per week

student wellness support, balanced academic planning, avoiding burnout in high achievers, motivation coaching, personalized learning path, challenge with care

While it’s tempting to choose the most rigorous path available, too much pressure can lead to burnout or loss of motivation. On the other hand, a path that feels too easy may limit growth and leave your child feeling unprepared for future challenges. Together, we build a learning plan that supports both achievement and well-being, so your child can stay motivated and engaged over the long term.

Balancing Challenge and Well-Being

Paths Chosen with Purpose

Our students find their places in best-fit institutions by following learning journeys that reflect who they are and where they want to grow next.

boarding school advising, international school applications, global education planning, cross-border student guidance, school fit counseling, expat student support

Boarding & International School Guidance

Choosing a boarding or international school is a big decision that shapes both learning and personal growth. We work with families to explore the differences between schools, understand what each offers, and move through the application process with confidence.

A Personalized Roadmap to a Global Future

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We assess your child’s needs, review eligibility, and explore top boarding school options worldwide.

Comprehensive support for application materials, including academic records, recommendations, and personal statements.

Tailored recommendations based on curriculum, culture, location, and budget, with a clear action plan.

Guidance for a smooth transition and ongoing support to help your child thrive at boarding school.

Focused coaching on essays and interview skills to help your child craft a standout story that highlights their strengths, personality, and unique potential.

01. Strategic Selection
03. Crafting a Strong Application
05. A Confident Transition
04. Essays, Interviews, and a Standout Story
02. Building a Plan
Essays, Interviews, and a Standout Story
Building a Plan
Crafting a Strong Application
Confident Transition
Strategic Selection

Supporting College Decisions as a Family

College is not a one-person decision. It often brings together student goals, family values, and practical questions about the future. We help families work through these conversations with clarity and purpose—balancing academic fit, financial planning, and long-term opportunities. Together, we help your family make choices you can feel confident about.

college fit advising, choosing the right college, values-based college selection, personalized college match, academic and campus life guidance

Family Decisions For College

College Fit
"We want to choose a college that matches our child’s goals and values."
We help you navigate the factors that matter most—academics, campus life, career outcomes, and personal growth—so your child can confidently choose the right path for their future.
Financial Planning
"I want to make sure my child’s education is financially viable."
From scholarships to financial aid pathways, we help families understand the true cost of college and how to make informed decisions about funding their education.
Immigration Factors
"I want to understand the H-1B visa process post-graduation."
We guide you through the F-1 visa processes and help you plan for life after graduation—whether through Optional Practical Training, H-1B sponsorship, further education, or specialized immigration pathways like the UK’s High Potential Individual (HPI) visa.
Legacy
"I want my child to build on our family’s educational traditions."
Whether continuing your family’s legacy or forging a new path, we will support your student in making choices that align with both personal goals and family aspirations.

Parent Testimonials

Hear directly from families who’ve worked with Cerulean to support their child’s journey.

Jason is the person who has changed my son’s life the most. He helped my son develop intellectually, find his voice, and craft a great and very personal college essay. My son struggles with focus and efficiency and Jason has patiently taught him techniques for concentration, time, stress, and energy management. To our surprise, my son was accepted to many schools that seemed out of reach, receiving substantial merit scholarships that significantly reduced the cost of tuition.

A. M.
Parent of international high school student in Japan
Common in North America and parts of Asia, this approach includes AP and honors courses, offering college-level rigor and standardized assessments for university preparation.
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