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be miserable boarding,” he said. Charlotte Avery also counselled that a child with a known
mental health issue should clearly not board. “It is obviously not a good idea to place a vulnerable child in an environment with other children where they cannot receive the 1-1 care and attention they would in a family situation,” she said.
Does a child need to have a particular mindset? “Willingness to share,” said Ms Stuart. “Not so much sharing personal space or physical things, but rather sharing in enjoyment, activities and ideas.” Malvern College’s Mr Clark elaborated on this, “Those who are
happy to relate to others, to support them and co-exist are likely to get on best at boarding school,” he said. This sharing mentality and the ability to relate to others (which
boarding schools are so good at developing) was highlighted by many heads as giving children a head start in the world of work. “It is all to do with their commitment to others and how they see themselves in the context of the needs and aspirations of others, as well as of themselves,” said Mr Clark.
For families considering boarding options, when should they start? For those who may have a potential job relocation in the future, it is important to weigh up all of the school options (including boarding) as soon as possible. Most schools recommend a minimum of one year before entry. “Many of our families start looking two to three years beforehand,” explains Ms Avery. “Clearly families may want to visit a variety of
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schools to see which is right for their [child] and this takes time. Some schools also have application deadlines which can mean the earlier the family begin to research and visit schools the better.” And a word of advice from Sevenoaks’ Arabella Stuart, “Boarding
schools are of such variety that it is also worth considering a few different ideas. The ‘best’ school might not be the most appropriate environment for your child – you must consider the strengths of your child.” And with some boarding schools specialising in different fields
such as sports, the creative arts or STEM, there will be a boarding school out there to suit your child.
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