School House

The new School House opened its doors at the beginning September 2008 and is now occupied by over 60 senior boys and 12 Sixth Form girls (in Ashton House just across the road) who are enjoying state-of-the-art boarding accommodation.  We believe our boarding facilities must now match the best in the country.

A rolling programme of refurbishment and development ensures that the excellent appearance is maintained 

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There is a very homely atmosphere in the Sixth Form Boarding House

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The newly refurbished School House is outstanding

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School House has both double and single en-suite rooms.  Year 11 and lower sixth boys all share a room whilst the upper sixth form boarders all have single rooms.  

Both School House and Ashton House have large welcoming kitchens where matron bases herself and where pupils can make drinks or cook.  In addition the Houses have two spacious recreation rooms with large screen TVs, pool and table football. 

Pupils can let off steam in the playgrounds outside or enjoy the quiet grassed courtyard and garden of School House.

The supervision of boarders is good.  An exceptional quality of service is provided

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We are proud of the building’s ‘eco’ credentials, as seen in the solar panels which heat the power showers, ground source heat pumps which provide under-floor heating, a tree-planting programme for 100 new trees and a chicken coop, whose residents provide fresh eggs daily for breakfast. 

 

Ashton House

Is home to up to 12 girls in lower and upper sixth. The general ethos of Ashton is for pupils to be given as many opportunities to achieve their academic potential, whilst also experiencing as many other facets of school life as possible. Whilst an element of routine and structure is a necessity in community living, Ashton House retains a relaxed and happy atmosphere. 

There is a kitchen with all the amenities you would expect, a dining room and a large recreational room for relaxation and activities.  All girls are given a single room and have shared bathroom facilities.