Pastoral Care
We have a consistent boarding staff team of six, this includes our Head
of Boarding, Housemistress, Assistant Housemistress and three resident and
non-resident houseparents. The team are available on a rota 24hrs a day
and the constant, reliable nature of this support offers our girls the
opportunity to build strong and meaningful relationships with the adults
caring for them.
The houseparents are tremendously nurturing
and are experienced in the connection between emotional and physical
wellbeing and academic achievement. They encourage our boarders to have a
balance of study and relaxation, a healthy diet and lifestyle, and
promote kindness, friendship and inclusivity.
We have a partnership with Tooled Up Education a comprehensive digital platform that offers a wealth of evidence-based resources designed to support parents, school communities, and staff. The platform provides tools and information to help families navigate the challenges of parenting, ensuring children and young people continue to thrive.
We also have an on-site chef dedicated to the boarders every meal. He can chat to the girls and build an understanding of their likes and dislikes; this allows him to plan the menu accordingly to ensure there is always something healthy and delicious to suit every palate.
There will of course be times when a boarder may feel upset about academic achievement, a friendship issue or feelings of homesickness. The loyal and supportive relationships they have with their fellow boarders and the Houldsworth staff team mean they often do not feel upset for long.
Life in the boarding house
Jenny from Hong Kong talks about her experience of boarding
