For families living in rural and remote communities across the UK, access to post-16 education has become an increasingly urgent issue.

Nowhere is this more evident than in the Isles of Scilly, where families are facing emotional upheaval and financial hardship just to keep their children in education.

A recent BBC investigation has highlighted the staggering costs that families must bear to send their children to the mainland for further education which often exceeds £18,000 a year.

Despite a modest grant, many families are being forced to dip into pensions, go into debt, or even consider splitting their family just to meet legal schooling requirements. 

This shouldn’t be the only option.

How Online Learning Can Offer an Immediate Solution

Crimson Global Academy (CGA) offers a fully online, internationally accredited option that allows students to stay in their communities while accessing a world-class education.

The difference with CGA compared to most other online schools is that all our classes are taught live, in real time, by subject-specialist teachers - many of whom have over 20 years’ experience in top schools.

Students aren’t left to work through pre-recorded videos alone. Instead, they join small, interactive classes (typically 10-12 students) where they can ask questions, collaborate with peers, and receive tailored support.

However, the results speak for themselves. CGA students have gone on to receive offers from leading universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, Edinburgh, and Durham. For families in rural areas, it means your child can stay close to home without compromising their future.

As Max, a full-time CGA student from rural New Zealand, puts it:

Why Rural and Remote Students Choose CGA

Families from places like the Isles of Scilly, the Scottish Highlands, and the Welsh borders are increasingly looking for options that don’t involve uprooting their lives.

Here’s why CGA works:

• No need to move away from home - students can study from anywhere, even the most remote postcodes.
• Recognised qualifications that open doors - CGA offers globally respected pathways including A-Levels, iGCSEs, and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Our students receive offers from top UK and US universities.
• Expert teaching, built for online - Our teachers are not just qualified, they’re specialists in online education, many with over 20 years of experience and advanced degrees.
• Small class sizes – for better engagement and direct teacher support.
• Flexible timetables - CGA offers multiple time zones and flexible learning schedules to ensure that students from different parts of the UK can access lessons that suit their lifestyle.

A Community Beyond The Class

We know one of the biggest concerns for families considering online learning is socialisation. That’s why we create real opportunities for our students to connect both in virtual clubs and through in-person events.

Our recent student and parent meet-up in London was a great example, bringing together students, teachers and families from across Europe.

A Modern Solution To A National Challenge

At CGA, we believe geography should not dictate opportunity. Online education is not a temporary fix, it’s a long-term, scalable solution for families who deserve more than a choice between separation or sacrifice.

Want to learn more about how CGA could work for your family?

Speak to an Academic Advisor today and explore whether CGA is the right fit for your child’s future.