Boarding at Ashfold

When you reach Form III you are able to choose to board regularly between one and four nights each week throughout the term.  Boarding nights are Monday to Thursday inclusive. 

Boarding is arranged in conjunction with the Evening Activities programme at the end of each term for the term ahead.  Certain activities, due to their popularity, are for boarders only and these will be made clear to you in the ‘Hustings’ session run by Mr Bentley.

The day begins at 7:30am followed by breakfast at 7:45am.  As well as a full cooked breakfast, cereals, toast and fruit are on offer.  After cleaning your teeth, you will call in to the flat for a final check and then go off to school.

After prep you may change into home clothes before going to supper at 6:10pm.  Evening Activities then start at 7pm.  At 7:55pm, you will come back to the boarding wing for hot chocolate and biscuits.  After showers and shoe cleaning you can enjoy free time for games, puzzles, television and chats. 

At bedtime, you will brush your teeth and have a little time to read silently before lights out.

The House Parents and boarding staff will look after you when you are boarding to ensure your happiness, safety and well-being.

What do I need to bring with me?

Just a few essentials!
Pyjamas, Dressing gown, Home clothes, Slippers, Towel, Reading book, Teddy and Wash kit (including shampoo & soap)

Will I be able to phone home?

Yes, of course.  You can phone anytime and do not have to ask permission.  There are three phones that you can use.  1) At the top of the boarders’ stairs.  2) In complete privacy in the Parents’ Room.  3)  School phone in the Houseparents’ flat.

Who will be in my dorm?

For the girls, Forms III and IV board together as do Forms V and VI.  For boys, there will usually just be other boys in your year.  Occasionally, Forms III and IV board together as do Forms V and VI.

Which staff will be on duty?

Mr and Mrs Bentley (the Houseparents) are always on duty as is the Assistant Matron.  The GAP students are also on duty with a member of the resident teaching staff.

What time will I go to bed?

There are two different bed times and they depend on which form you are in.  Forms III and IV go to bed at 8.45pm.  After brushing their teeth and getting into bed they read silently until lights out at 9pm.  Forms V and VI repeat this process at 9.15pm and 9.30pm respectively.

Useful phone numbers

Boarders’ phone :        01844 238227

Rev. Tina Sterling (Independent Listener) :    01844 238325

Mrs A. Henderson (Governor in charge of boarding) :  

Childline :          0800 11 11