Good question. Where is you son attending school now? And why do you or him not like the current school to the point of wanting to transfer? I do believe that boarding schools offer much more learning experiences to Chinese students who often have language challenges. The dormitory and immersed school environment accelerates the learning curve and allows your child to develop friendship which is difficult if your child remains a day student. If your child plans to apply for a transfer, he or she needs to research into the type of schools most suitable and discuss with the admissions offices. Time is limited until middle of next January for applying to next fall so you need to act quickly.