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School Rules apply to the Boarding House, although there is a slightly less formal routine in the interests
of creating a ‘home away from home’ feel
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Staff or teachers are referred to as ‘Sir’, ‘Ma’am’, Dr., Mr. or Mrs. followed by a surname
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It is tradition that boarders are helpful to other boarders and respect their rights to enjoy and benefit
from the ‘boarding experience’
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Boarders are expected to behave well in public and to represent the school with pride when they wear
their uniform
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Boarders are to keep their dorm or areas clean and tidy –ready for inspection
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Duties will be allotted to boarders on a rotational basis as part of house management as well as personal
and group development –e.g. Dining Hall ‘slush’
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Boarders should consider the noise level of their activities to ensure that it does not disturb other
members of the House.
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Posters referring to inappropriate behavior, drugs, alcohol or containing bad language are not to be
displayed and are strictly forbidden
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Family photographs and pictures of home are encouraged
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No food or drinks from outside may be brought into the College without permission. This is for safety
and routine
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Graffiti is not tolerated. Offenders will be asked to remove graffiti in their own time and in the event
that the property cannot be restored to its original condition, they will be asked to pay for its replacement
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Potentially dangerous items are not permitted in the dormitories
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Personal heaters are not usually permitted, and the Housemaster should be consulted at all times before
personal items of this nature are used
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Boarding dormitories have coolers, but turn them off when you leave for school in the daytime
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All electrical equipment must be turned off when boarders leave the Boarding House
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Deliberately setting off an alarm is a serious offence that may result in suspension or expulsion
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Boys should introduce themselves to the bearer or housemaster/housemistress before entering another
boarding house
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Boarders who are absent from school or leave the campus without permission will face suspension or
expulsion
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Boarders must be well groomed – that is, neat and tidy –and conscious of personal hygiene Drinking
water is available is all hostels and the Dining Hall TV lounges may be used at set times only.
DAILY ROUTINE
Daily routine varies slightly for each of the schools and boarding houses. These timings accord with age.
In boarding, boys attend regular prayer, meal times and prep sessions. Parents will be comforted to know
that meals include: breakfast, lunch, dinner and supper. The boarding program also leaves plenty of time to
enjoy sport and other activities. All routines are monitored and aim to ensure that boys enjoy sufficient
sleep and rest. Notwithstanding, a boarder’s life is very active!