Boarding House life
Whether they’re here full-time or weekly, our boarding students benefit from a nurturing environment where they can grow as individuals. We encourage them to take charge of themselves, their studies, and their friendships, knowing they have caring houseparents by their side.
Our dedicated houseparents ensure students’ well-being, help with homework, and offer that extra bit of parental support whenever it’s needed. It’s like having a home away from home where everyone feels supported and encouraged to thrive.
Full-time boarding at Dallam School offers everything you’d expect:
- A high-quality education.
- Excellent pastoral care and a family atmosphere.
- Varied activities and facilities for students to enjoy.
- Quality accommodation.
- Great home-cooked food.
A typical day
At Dallam School, our boarders enjoy a structured daily routine with dedicated study sessions and free time for extracurricular fun, socialising, and unwinding. It’s all about finding that perfect balance between work and play, ensuring every student can grow academically and personally.
Weekdays:
| 7:15 – 8:30 | breakfast and transport or walk to school |
| 8:50 – 09:10 | Registration |
| 9:10 – 10:10 | Period 1 lesson |
| 10:10 – 11:10 | Period 2 lesson |
| 11:10 – 11:30 | Break |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Period 3 lesson |
| 12:30 – 13:15 | Lunch |
| 13:15 – 14:15 | Period 4 lesson |
| 14:15 – 15:15 | Period 5 lesson |
| 15:15 – 15:25 | transport or walk back to boarding house |
| 15:30 – 17:45 | extra-curricular activities, tutor meetings or free time |
| 16:45 – 17:30 | evening meal |
| 17:45 – 18:45 | prep time for all students (homework) |
| From 19:00 | free time or organised activities until bedtime |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | supper available in the dining room |
| 21:15 | bedtime begins for juniors |
Weekends:
| 8:00 – 9:30 | wake up, room tidy and have a light breakfast |
| 11:00 – 12:00 noon | weekend brunch in the Dining Hall |
| 12 noon – 16:30 | weekend trips/activities |
| 16:45 – 17:30 | evening meal in the Dining Hall |
| 17:45 – 19:00 | Prep and room check (Sundays only) |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | supper in the Dining Hall |
| 21:45 | Saturday: later bedtimes begin. Sunday: bedtimes follow the weekday routine |
