St Peter’s is not just a school where pupils come every day to learn; it is also home to a number of pupils who board full time or part-time.
A day in the life of a boarder
Watch our film created by pupil Serene for a glimpse into her daily routine.
Being part of our boarding community allows pupils to dedicate more time to the things they love, putting them in the best position to take advantage of all St Peter’s School has to offer.
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Boarding Options
We offer a range of junior and senior boarding options to suit the needs of our pupils and parents. Boarding is available for children from Year 7 with part time options available until Sixth Form when there is only full boarding. We are also now offering short term stays for pupils from other countries looking to experience life at a UK boarding school for one or two terms.
Full boarding provides a permanent and stable base for children whose parents live further away, are in the Forces, or just want to take advantage of after school activity and life.
Full boarding includes full access to the school campus throughout the week and accommodation throughout term time, except for exeat weekends.
Full boarding is available from Year 7 and is the only boarding option available for boarders in Sixth Form. The independence that full time boarding brings supports the transition to life beyond St Peter’s.
To enable our pupils to benefit from the boarding experience, a part time package is offered to pupils from Year 7 to Year 11. Part time senior boarding is ideal preparation for full time boarding in the Sixth Form and runs in parallel with our full time and day offering throughout the school.
To develop a sense of belonging and to strengthen the house community, part-time boarders are full members of their boarding house, participating fully in its life, and representing it in activities.
Part-time boarding in Years 9 to 11 is a commitment to three nights per week, except Saturday, which is not available. For Years 7 and 8 the commitment is to a minimum of two nights per week. The nights of part time boarding are fixed on a termly basis by the pupil’s parents and the Houseparent to ensure a stable routine.
The following conditions apply to part-time senior boarding:
- On Sunday part-time boarding starts at 6.00pm.
- Evening meals are offered on all evenings apart from on Saturday.
- Supervised prep is offered from Monday to Friday.
- Part-time boarders need to arrive in time to register in House in the morning by 08:10, unless agreed otherwise.
- Part-time boarders may breakfast at school on the morning following the night that they are boarding.
- Part-time boarders will be expected to leave the boarding house at the end of prep or at the end of the house meeting on the nights that they are not boarding. By arrangement between the House Parent and the parent, they may leave earlier.
- Full-time boarders are usually registered with the School’s medical practice. Part-time boarders are encouraged to do so as well.
Day pupils already in the school wishing to board part-time may also apply and be offered a place, subject to available space, and the School’s judgement of whether the individual would flourish in boarding.
Part-time boarders who do not wish to continue as full boarders in the Lower Sixth Form will be asked to indicate their preference to become day pupils early in Year 11.
An Immersive Environment
Living in an immersive environment dedicated to learning encourages focus, determination and progress. Boarders benefit from structured prep supervision and unrivalled access to all 50 acres of our riverside campus, including our sports facilities, music rooms, library and House gardens.
Without having to worry about long commutes, boarders experience a calm, ordered school day in a supportive and nurturing environment. Boarders are cared for by our Houseparents, matrons and catering team, who dedicate their time to creating a home away from home.
Time for Families
Boarding also enables families to make more of their time together. Pupils have the option to go home after games on a Saturday, returning late Sunday or Monday morning, and enjoy family time on exeat weekends.
