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“There is a homely atmosphere in
boarding; it is good to have your
friends around you all the time;
boarding is like having an extended
family; you can ask the older
students for advice.”
“The quality of the boarding staff is
exceptional; they are very friendly and
there is a good relationship between the
staff and the students; you can see lots
of different staff in the evenings and at
weekends, to talk to them about work or
other matters.”
“Boarding makes you
independent; it really
helps your personal
development.”
"It's one big
sleepover with a
routine - one big
family."
Quotes from
our Boarders
"Everyone knows
everyone else."
"I think more
people should
board!"
“You can take part in lots of
different activities; you don’t get
bored because there is always lots to
do; you can get lots of work done in
prep and quiet hour.”
"A universal,
cultural
experience."
This short article can do
little more than give a
flavour of boarding at
Ratcliffe. What it cannot
convey is the positive,
family atmosphere that
pervades the community,
the very high standards of pastoral care maintained by our dedicated boarding
staff team and the way in which boarding students of all ages relate so
positively with each other. Each of our past four inspections has rated the
strength of our boarding community and our provision for boarders as
‘outstanding’ or ‘excellent’. We offer Full, Weekly, Part-Time and Occasional
Boarding and free Boarding Taster sessions – come and give it a go!
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