Boarding provides the highest octane of College life and offers an inclusive environment where the unique backgrounds and perspectives of boarders are shared and celebrated, and lifelong friendships are made. Our vibrant boarding school community thrives on shared experiences and meaningful connections which develop from living together in our welcoming ‘home away from home’ boarding houses.
Boarding with us is wonderful preparation for what you will encounter in life after school. We recognise the significance of independence and provide a structured yet flexible environment that encourages self-reliance and personal responsibility, all under the nurturing guidance of our friendly staff.
Full boarding. Seven nights a week
Full boarding is particularly suited to those pupils who live abroad, or UK pupils who want the opportunity to enjoy a full boarding experience.
It offers a unique opportunity for pupils to grow in independence. Living away from home helps them learn to manage their own routines, build friendships, take on responsibilities, and develop resilience; skills that will serve them well throughout life.
From organising their time and balancing academic commitments with social activities, to caring for themselves in a shared environment, pupils acquire habits that prepare them not only for success at school, but also for the challenges of university and beyond.
Weekly boarding. Five or six nights a week
Weekly boarding is particularly popular with families where parents are working long hours and regularly travel for work, or for families who live a little distance from the College.
Weekly boarding enables pupils to stay at school during the week and return home on weekends, therefore providing an ideal balance between school life and family time.
It allows pupils to develop independence and self-reliance, in a structured, supportive environment. By boarding during the week, they can focus on their academic studies, take advantage of the wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer in the evenings, and before school, whilst becoming adept at managing their own time and responsibilities. Weekly boarding, and the gradual increase in independence it brings, offers the perfect preparation for the next step into higher education.
Pupils weekly boarding five nights a week can do so between Sunday and Thursday or between Monday and Friday.
Weekly boarders wishing to board for six nights, can do so, without the need to become a full boarder.
Flexi boarding. One to four nights a week
Flexi boarding is particularly suited to families where parents work varied hours, who live some distance from the College, or for pupils who regularly take part in early morning, or evening activities at the College.
It offers the best of both worlds: the structure and support of boarding life combined with the flexibility that busy families value. It creates a well-rounded experience that nurtures independence, fosters friendships, and provides continuity of care, while allowing parents to tailor arrangements to suit their schedules.
This approach gives pupils the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of boarding; developing resilience, social confidence, and essential life skills, without compromising family time. For many, it is the perfect balance between academic rigour and personal growth, supporting every child’s well-being and holistic development.
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