Boarding at Prep School
Options for boarding at prep school
Parents may wish their children to board at preparatory school and, depending on the school, there are a number of options available. Full details of boarding facilities are available from individual schools. School boarding facilities are inspected by OFSTED as well as the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Boarding arrangements available may include:
- Weekly boarding - children return home, or to a guardian family, at weekends. This can be particularly useful for those families where both parents are in full-time employment.
- Full boarding - children return home, or to a guardian family, in the school holidays.
- Boarding on demand - children spend occasional nights at school, either in response to a family requirement, or for "sleepover" parties.
Taster days
If boarding would be a new experience for your child, the school may offer the chance to try an overnight stay before you make your final decision. Ask the school office if they provide this opportunity.