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Three common traits of outstanding boarding professionals

26th May 2022

Approaching twenty years of working in primary boarding education, there are three common traits of outstanding boarding professionals I have had the pleasure to observe at work: Being a champion…

What it is really like to work in boarding?

26th May 2022

Boarding Schools are often asked ‘What it is really like to board?’ People who have boarded look back at the sense of community and togetherness that their boarding houses fostered…

A letter to my 22 year old self

26th May 2022

Delyth writes to herself with two pieces of advice that she wishes she would have known before her first job in a boarding school… Dear Delyth Well done on getting…

The joy of working with international boarding pupils

26th May 2022

I have worked in the UK boarding sector since 1996 and in that time boarding has changed massively, particularly with regard to provision for international students. There are currently 25,079…

Working in boarding: a way of life

26th May 2022

For me, boarding was a vocation and way of life with an annual rhythm. Things I would have valued knowing before I began my boarding journey include the importance of:…

The role of a boarding school nurse

26th May 2022

School nursing conjures up images of nit checks and vaccinations! And those of you who are of an age may picture the fabulous Hattie Jacques in “carry on Matron”. However,…

Pioneering institute a world first for boarding

20th May 2022

The world’s first specialist institute for professionals working in boarding education has been launched by BSA Group. The Institute of Boarding (TIOB) is a new networking, training and professional recognition…