Often referred to as a ‘home away from home’, at SCOTS PGC we prefer to think of boarding as an extension of family. While boarding will never replace home, we pride ourselves on providing an environment that reflects and cultivates the values our families hold.
We know all our families – from those living in remote outback communities, to those who call bustling international cities home – are united in their desire to find a school that suits the needs of their children, encourages them to follow their ambitions and helps them to develop the personal qualities they will need as 21st century global citizens.
We also know that starting boarding school is a big change in a young person’s life and we understand what it means to be away from home. Our residential staff may be educators, but they’re often parents too. The experience of our staff and in many cases, these dual perspectives, enable us to deliver an exceptional education, and at the same time, the care and nurture young people need to succeed.
A Co-Educational Experience
Boarding forms a rich part of our heritage that stretches back over a century. Today, as in the past, our boarders continue to enrich the heart and soul of our College and we’re proud to offer families with a co-educational experience that enables brothers and sisters to stay connected during the schooling journey.
Make Yourself At Home
The College has separate boarding campuses for boys and girls that offer a safe and secure space for them to learn, mature and grow.
The Locke Street campus is the home of girl boarders and hosts a number of heritage-listed buildings that have been stylishly renovated. It is a short five-minute bus-ride from the main College campus.
Boys board at the Oxenham Street campus. Senior boarders enjoy an architecturally designed boarding house, built in 2015, adjacent to our sports center, while Junior boarders enjoy a peaceful outlook over the Condamine River and nearby farmlands.
Students can make themselves at home with their own air-conditioned room, complete with a bed, study desk, storage and the freedom to decorate. The light, space and fresh air that abound in our boarding precincts reflect our rural heritage while our commitment to country values helps to develop a united community with a shared vision of excellence for the future.
Care And Wellbeing
We believe all learning is relational and when it comes to residential life in particular, connection counts.
That’s why much of what we do in boarding is about creating an environment built on empathy, care and understanding. Our Heads of Boarding and dedicated on-site residential staff work together with students to foster a sense of spirit and unity. Whether it’s a structured program or more of an informal gathering, it’s about providing our boarders with opportunities to genuinely collaborate and connect.
Initiatives like our Big Sister and Boy’s Buddy programs play a big role here. To help build a strong and supportive network between boarders, students are paired with their peers. From sharing a meal together to a chat before bed, it’s often the small things that make a big difference.
Importantly, we also believe that we are ‘one school’ and in addition to fostering unity across our boarding cohort, we help our boarders to develop strong connections with day students and take their place in our wider school community.
Health And Nutrition
At SCOTS PGC, we place great importance on the health of our students and our dietitian prepares nutritious meals for students and boarders throughout the day.
A Home For Learning
Just as they would at home, learning continues for our boarders after the school day has ended. Our staff work closely with students to help nurture their academic development and ensure they reach their full potential. Residential staff are on-hand to assist boarders each night with homework and study commitments, while academic staff provide further subject support throughout the year.
An Immersive Experience
Beyond the College’s co-curricular program, boarders enjoy a variety of organised events and excursions. From camping and socials, to restaurant nights and arts days, through to watching a rugby game at Suncorp or soaking up the sun at Gold Coast theme parks, the College provides an extensive weekend program.
We also encourage student-led activities and boarders often suggest and run activities together with their peers.
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