Boarding School Life
The majority of our pupils are boarders. Boarding helps to develop confidence
and community spirit, independence and respect for others, self-motivation
and social skills. Our extended day allows boarders and day pupils to
build good relationships with teachers outside the classroom and forge
lifelong friendships. All pupils have extensive access to our facilities
and the activities programme, learning new skills and increasing self
confidence.
Junior and senior girls live in a modern, purpose-built house. Junior
and senior boys are accommodated on a year group
basis in boarding houses and annexes.
Pastoral Care and Parental Involvement
Every inspection has praised our multi-layered, pastoral care system.
Day-to-day care of junior and senior pupils in their accommodation areas
is provided by Houseparents.
In addition, all pupils are members of a House. Each Housemaster and Housemistress is assisted by a team
of tutors who meet their pupils regularly, and are responsible for all
facets of a pupil's school-life. Housemasters and Housemistresses work
hard at building relationships with their pupils and parents, and can
be contacted at any time.
Formal year group parent-teachers meetings are held regularly and written
reports are sent home throughout a child's career at Stanbridge Earls.
Chapel
Year group assemblies are held once a week in the ancient Main House Chapel.
There is a service each Sunday evening. Most pupils are members
of the Church of England but all faiths are welcome. Every effort is made
to help those with other religious beliefs to attend an appropriate place
of worship.
Catering
School caterers prepare the main meals and a cafeteria system allows pupils
to make their own selections. There are always several hot and cold dishes
available and special dietary requirements are catered for. Snacks are
provided during the evening in all boarding house.
Library
The library plays important roles in helping pupils research coursework
projects and encouraging them to enjoy reading. Our full time librarian
ensures that there is a good range of teenage magazines and books.
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