External Boarding Booklet

All Girls

Boarding & Day

Catholic

IB

BOARDING AT MARYMOUNT

Welcome to Boarding A Warm Welcome from our Boarding Team At Marymount International School London, we are delighted to welcome students from around the world to join our Boarding family, an experience designed to broaden horizons, strengthen academic skills, and offer a taste of life at a truly international school.

Paula Horton Head of Boarding

Rooted in a proud tradition of educational excellence, Marymount blends a global outlook with the warmth and character of British school life. Our vibrant community reflects a rich diversity of cultures, languages, and perspectives, and our distinguished International Baccalaureate curriculum is delivered by skilled, dedicated teachers who are passionate about nurturing curiosity, confidence, and a genuine love of learning.

During their time with us, students enjoy far more than a study experience - they build meaningful friendships, develop independence, and discover new interests and passions.

Whether through academic study, our rich co‑curricular programme, or the rhythms of daily school life, every student leaves with experiences, memories and a sense of self that will stay with them long after they return home.

Annie Plumridge Deputy Head of Boarding

We very much look forward to welcoming you into our community.

About Boarding at Marymount International School London offers students a welcoming home away from home within a vibrant international community. Rooted in the school’s Catholic ethos and RSHM values, the boarding experience is designed to nurture independence, confidence, compassion, and lifelong friendships in a safe and supportive environment.

Girls from around the world live and learn together on campus, creating a unique atmosphere where different cultures, perspectives, and traditions are celebrated daily.

Boarding students benefit from a balanced lifestyle that combines academic excellence with personal wellbeing, enrichment opportunities, and meaningful community connections. Dedicated residential staff provide roundthe-clock care and guidance, ensuring each student feels supported both academically and emotionally.

Located within easy reach of central London yet surrounded by green and peaceful grounds, Marymount’s boarding programme allows students to enjoy the best of both worlds: a focused environment for study and growth alongside exciting cultural, social, and recreational experiences. From evening activities and weekend excursions to leadership opportunities and shared traditions, boarding at Marymount encourages students to develop resilience and curiosity, whilst fostering a strong sense of belonging.

Facilities Our modern, secure boarding houses, Butler, Gailhac and St Joseph’s, are located on our 7-acre, beautiful garden campus. Each has communal lounges for relaxing and socialising, and kitchen areas for preparing snacks, cooking or baking. Our campus boasts excellent facilities including: Sports Hall with Basketball Court Dance Studio Fitness Suite, for Grade 9 and above Tennis Courts Auditorium Music Rooms Science Laboratory

Spacious Dining Hall Art & Design Studios Chapel and Multi-faith Prayer Space Air-conditioned Library Landscaped Outdoor Spaces Gated Security within Private Estate On-site Infirmary and School Nurse

Bedrooms are spacious and comfortably furnished, shared with 1-2 other girls. They offer a single bed, desk, wardrobe and storage, and a dedicated shower room and toilet nearby. In the communal lounges and kitchens, students can unwind, play games, listen to music or watch television. At weekends, staff and students often cook together, and students are welcome to prepare their own snacks outside of mealtimes.

Meals are served in our light and airy Dining Room, where staff and students eat together. All food is freshly prepared on campus by our brilliant catering team. Every day, there is a generous choice of healthy and nutritious options including hot mains, soup, salad, desserts and fresh fruit. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice.

Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to make full use of our extensive garden campus and facilities, including our Sports Hall, Art Studio, Dance Studio and Library, as well as a Fitness Suite for students in Grade 9 and above. WiFi is available across the whole campus, making it easy to stay in touch with home at designated times.

Pastoral Care Marymount’s boarding community provides a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment, where every student is valued and supported. Our outstanding boarding team, teachers and dedicated pastoral staff are committed to supporting every student’s growth, helping them to develop their unique talents, discover their passions and feel truly at home.

Our boarding team aim to provide a safe and secure environment where students can grow to their full potential, becoming confident and principled young women. The boarding community creates a supportive atmosphere that enables social-emotional development, independence, and empathy.

Boarding has become part of my family, my safe space.

- Capucine, Grade 8 Boarder

Wellbeing

Big Sister Scheme

Counselling

School Nurse

Spiritual Life

Every boarder is part of a boarding family and paired with a Big Sister who will help with the settling-in process.

A dedicated counsellor offers a confidential support service for students three days a week on campus.

A full-time School Nurse is available should students have any medical concerns during the school day.

Dedicated opportunities throughout the year allow the girls to develop their spirituality, and make time for reflection and prayer.

Boarding Options We offer a range of boarding options to suit the needs of different families. Our students have the option to move from day to boarding, or vice versa, which can be useful if family circumstances change.

7-day Boarding Full immersion into boarding life at Marymount Participation in activities, trips and events that happen at the weekend Plenty of time to take part in the extensive cocurriculars on offer and explore personal interests and hobbies Full access to our campus facilities throughout the week and weekend

5-Day Boarding Weekly boarding from Monday to Friday Great for dual-working parents who are based locally Full dedication to school life during the week, while enjoying weekends at home Experience the benefits of boarding while still spending time with family

Flexi Boarding Option to board 2 or 3 days a week, starting small before potentially moving to 5-day or 7-day boarding Great for those who would like to test boarding before committing to a longer arrangement Practical solution for busy families, offering the benefits of boarding on selected days, as needed

We also offer short-term immersion placements for students or boarding taster placements on a case-bycase basis.

The Boarding Experience Extra-Curricular Enrichment

Full Academic Immersion

Beyond the classroom, students can get involved in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts, STEAM-related clubs, leadership opportunities, and many more.

Outside of daily lessons, boarders benefit from dedicated study time. This additional focus helps students reach their full potential, while enabling academic success and personal growth.

Weekend Excursions

Boarding Family

Within close proximity to London, students enjoy excursions to historic landmarks, theatres, galleries, and places of educational and cultural interest both in the city and across the UK.

In our “home away from home”, everybody belongs. Through our Boarding Council, students take on mentoring and leadership roles, plan community events, and make their voices heard.

A Week in the Life Monday to Friday* 7.30-8.30am

Saturday and Sunday Breakfast

9.00-10.00am

Breakfast (optional)

11.30am-12.30pm

Brunch (attendance required)

All Day (~9.00am-6.00pm)

Excursions** include: Central London Windsor Oxford Hampton Court Palace

5.00pm

Mass in the School Chapel (Sundays only)

5.45-6.30pm

Supper

8.00pm

All students should return to campus

8.30-9.00am

Advisor (Tutor)

9.00am-12.00pm

MYP or IB Classes, including a 15-minute break with snack

12.00-1.00pm (Grade-allocated timings)

Lunch

1.00-4.00pm

MYP or IB Classes

4.00-6.00pm

Clubs or Study

5.45-6.30pm

Supper

7.00-9.00pm

Study or Free Time

7.00-10.30pm

Social and relaxation time

9.30-11.00pm

Lights out (according to Grade)

10.30-11.30pm

Lights out (according to Grade)

*Sample timetable: A balanced weekly routine contains study, extra-curricular activities and time to rest. **Activities offered on- and off-campus include theatre shows, cultural and historical visits, theme parks, indoor climbing, ice-skating, baking, art, knitting, cinema trips, games sessions and more.

Snacks are provided at 10.45am, 4.00pm and 8.00pm daily, and filtered water and fruit are available daily.

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