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What make a good boarding school?

16th June 2026

Integrity and humility, independence and ambition are just some of the qualities excellent boarding will bestow on its pupils. JAMES JOHNSON, Headmaster of Taunton School, explains more. MANY key ingredients…

Packwood’s glowing review

16th June 2026

THE Good Schools Guide has described Packwood School in Shropshire as: “Everything a traditional rural prep should be, and more.” The Guide goes on to say: “The focus at Packwood…

Ardvreck makes a splash

16th June 2026

PUPILS at Ardvreck School and the local community in Crieff, Scotland have been enjoying the school’s newly refurbished on-site swimming pool. The newly upgraded, heated facility provides a safe, welcoming…

Rugby School Group expands to Suffolk

16th June 2026

SUFFOLK’S leading boarding prep school, Old Buckenham Hall School, has this year joined forces with the historic Rugby School Group. Old Buckenham Hall (OBH) is a co-educational day and boarding…

Gordonstoun painter on TV

16th June 2026

Talented teenage artist Ruby Mitcham, a student at Gordonstoun, was chosen to appear on the new TV series of Portrait Artist of the Year. The 18-year-old has quickly established herself…

More House School wins Boarding Innovation Award!

8th May 2026

More House School (Frensham) is proud to share that they have been awarded the ‘Boarding Innovation Award’ at the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) Supporting Excellence Awards 2026.   This recognition…

Leweston Chedington Riding Academy Awarded BHS Centre Approval in First Year

28th April 2026

Leweston Chedington Riding Academy has achieved British Horse Society Centre Approval, recognising excellence in welfare, safety and education. It highlights professional facilities, expert coaching and clear progression routes for pupils….

The Governors of Wells Cathedral School are delighted to announce..

1st April 2026

The Governors of Wells Cathedral School are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr James Davies as Headmaster, who will take up post in September 2026. James joins the School…

Dauntsey’s Announces Conservatoire-in-Residence Partnership with the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama

1st April 2026

Dauntsey’s has announced a significant new partnership with the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama (RWCMD), which will become the school’s Conservatoire in Residence from Spring 2026.  RWCMD is…

Mayfield Girls Reach National Debating Final

25th March 2026

Mayfield School’s senior debating team has secured a place in the prestigious English‑Speaking Union (ESU) National Final, earning their position as one of the top 12 debating schools in the…