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A very warm welcome to boarding at Royal High School Bath. I am delighted that you are joining our vibrant and supportive community, and I very much hope that you will feel at home here in no time at all.
Boarding lies at the heart of our school and has long been a defining part of our identity. We are proud to offer a warm, welcoming environment in which every girl is known, valued and encouraged to be herself. From the moment you arrive, you will become part of a community where kindness, respect and friendship underpin all that we do.
We recognise that joining a boarding community is both exciting and, at times, a little daunting. Please be assured that our experienced and dedicated boarding staff are here to support you at every step; offering guidance, care and encouragement whenever you need it. Your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to creating a secure, nurturing and positive environment in which you can grow in confidence and independence.
Boarding life offers a wonderful opportunity to form lifelong friendships and to learn from one another. You will live and work alongside students from a wide range of backgrounds, creating a truly diverse and international community. Together, you will share experiences, develop new skills, and take advantage of the many activities on offer, both within school and in the beautiful city of Bath.
Above all, our ambition is for you to flourish. Boarding at Royal High is about far more than where you stay; it is about becoming part of a community that inspires you to be confident, curious and ambitious, and to realise your full potential.
My door is always open, and I warmly encourage you to come and say hello – I would be delighted to hear how you are settling in.
Ms Heidi‑Jayne Boyes Head
At Royal High you will become part of a warm and caring community, one that offers all the support you need to feel truly at home. From the very beginning, we hope you will feel a strong sense of belonging and be encouraged to achieve your personal best at school and beyond.
As a boarder, you will be welcomed into a close-knit family where friendships quickly grow and flourish – often lasting not just through your school years, but far beyond. School House is built on kindness and respect, and it beautifully reflects the school’s core values of Confidence, Community and Curiosity. Here, individuality is celebrated, and every pupil is supported to grow into a confident, compassionate, and inspiring young person, ready to make their mark on the world.
The dedicated house staff are always on hand to provide guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. The happiness, health and wellbeing of every boarder is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that you feel safe, supported and valued every single day.
We are so excited to meet you and to begin this wonderful journey together.
Mrs Sarah Mulready House Parent
“School House very quickly feels like home; somewhere that the boarders feel safe, supported and valued for their own unique talents and abilities. RHB has so much to offer, both academically and through its wider co-curricular opportunities, and I aim to help each boarder develop their skills, pursue their dreams, and build lasting friendships.”
Community
Being a boarder at RHB means becoming part of a warm, welcoming community where you feel happy, safe and supported – and free to be yourself. It’s a place where high standards are encouraged not only in academic work, but also in personal growth and social life.
Life in boarding is about balance: working hard but also having fun. Boarders enjoy a rich programme of creative leisure time, build confidence through new experiences, and form friendships that last a lifetime.
As they grow, they are encouraged to become increasingly independent, while always knowing that care, guidance and support from boarding staff are there whenever needed.
Boarders are truly at the heart of the school. They enrich the community immeasurably by bringing a wonderful diversity of backgrounds, cultures, interests and perspectives right into the centre of Bath. Living together helps students learn valuable life skills: getting along with a wide range of people, respecting different viewpoints, compromising at times, and confidently standing up for what they believe in.
By the time they leave, boarders are ready to take on life as confident, independent young adults – equipped with resilience, compassion and a strong sense of purpose. They are well prepared to embrace the opportunities ahead, to embark on the wider world with enthusiasm, and to make a positive and meaningful impact wherever their journey leads.
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In School House there are a variety of rooms. In the younger years, you will share a room with several other boarders.
As a Senior boarder in Years 11 to 13, you will be sharing with one or two other students or in limited cases will have your own room.
Students often like to bring their own bed linen but we do have stock available. Duvets, pillows and mattress covers are provided.
You are encouraged to decorate your notice boards with posters, photos and cherished items from home – teddies are definitely welcome!
Rooms are cleaned regularly, but everyone is responsible for their own area within
the rooms and you are expected to take responsibility for tidying your clothes and personal belongings.
You may bring hair-dryers, straighteners, docking stations for mobile phones for example. Extension cables are not allowed. Cooking appliances are available for you to use in the main kitchen.
At the start of the year, all electrical items will be tested to ensure they are safe and meet British Standards.
Many students bring their belongings to school in large suitcases. After you have unpacked, these are kept in safe storage areas within the boarding house.
Facilities
Kitchens/Common Rooms
The house has two well-equipped kitchen/ common rooms where boarders can make drinks, snacks or meals.
Boarders in all years are expected to attend breakfast/brunch, lunch on a Saturday, and supper in the dining room; lunch is taken in school and in line with day pupil arrangements on a Monday–Friday. Sixth Form boarders have more flexibility with mealtimes.
Cereals, bread, spreads, fruit and hot drinks are always provided in the House kitchens/ common rooms and snacks such as cookies, cakes, sausage rolls and even Yorkshire puddings and gravy (on occasion) are provided after school too.
Boarders are welcome to purchase their own food items and use the fridges/freezers; any personal food should be labelled so that boarders know it is not for general
consumption. Only dried food should be stored in bedrooms and only if it is sealed, once opened it should not be in a bedroom. Boarders will be provided with a plastic box with a lid for storage of these items.
All boarders are expected to tidy up after themselves and load the dishwasher as required. The house operates ‘tidy teams’ on rotation; prizes at the end of each half term are awarded for the most effective ‘tidy team’.
The Sixth Form Cafe
This is a modern, light, airy and sociable space serving late breakfast, break-time snacks and lunch.
The cafe can also be used in free periods for group study or to relax.
“My favourite thing about boarding is… …boarding’s ability to bring a variety of different people together and make a family Sofia
Clothes and Laundry
The school operates a laundry system whereby clothing, bedding and towels are washed and dried. This service is free of charge and boarders will be issued two net laundry bags and talked through the process during their induction. There is a ‘Laundry Service Timetable’ displayed in house; this specifies which days the different year groups should hand their washing in. Boarders in Year 5–11 are expected to use the school laundry system and to change their bedding each week on their specified laundry day. Boarders in the Sixth Form can use the school laundry system but also have access to the in-house washing machines and tumble dryers. The machines are not to be used after 22.30 when the laundry rooms are locked up. Sixth Form boarders choosing to complete their own laundry must buy their own powder/liquid and are responsible for tidying up after themselves.
There is a House iron and ironing board that can be signed out for use in the Common Rooms.
School blazers for Year 5 to 11 can be taken for dry cleaning at the end of term if required – the charge for this is added to ParentPay.
Please note it is imperative that all clothing, bedding and towels are named. Unnamed laundry cannot be returned to the boarder that it belongs to. Any any unclaimed laundry at the end of a term will be taken to charity.
Study Rooms
There are various quiet study spaces that the boarders make use of including: the Year 11 Study Room in Kingdon, Southside, the Library, and the Art, DT and Music rooms.
Bathrooms
There are bathrooms on each accommodation floor which provide both showers and baths as well as sink areas. Most of the bedrooms in School House have a sink.
TAKE NOTICE!
All the latest information and things you need to know (such as policies, medical information, organised weekend activities, duty rotas) will be pinned up on the noticeboards around the Boarding House.
There are also whiteboards where messages will be written up so it is a good idea to check these on a daily basis.
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My favourite thing about boarding is… …to be surrounded by girls who are hardworking, intentional and kind and how they push you to be the same!!
Cordelia
Our boarding routine
Prep/Study
All boarders complete prep from 18.30 (Monday–Thursday). For boarders in Years 5–9 this is supervised and prep is completed in the Hive from 18.30–19.30. Boarders in Years 10–13 complete prep from 18.30–20.30 and can study in their bedrooms or in one of the designated quiet study areas (the Year 11 prep room, the Library, or the Southside Study room). House staff will monitor the study habits of all boarders carefully. The Art, Music and DT departments remain open for the boarders to use also. There is no designated prep time on a Friday evening. For boarders in Year 7–11 there is a designated prep session on a Saturday morning from 09.15–10.45; again this is supervised in the Hive for boarders in Years 5–9 and in bedrooms/ study areas for boarders in Years 10 and 11. The Sixth Form boarders are expected to manage their time to ensure any prep that has been set is complete and should use their free time at the weekend to ensure this.
Breakfast
Monday–Friday 07.30–08.00
Saturday 08.30–09.00
Brunch
Sunday 11.30–12.30
Lunch
Monday–Friday 12.30–13.45
Saturday 12.30–13.00
Supper
Daily 17.45–18.45
From Modern Italian to Sushi and Ramen, Boarders’ Choice Supper is a fun opportunity run by the catering team where students can vote for what they will have for supper on a Thursday. The result is shared on Monday, so everyone knows what to look forward to.
There is a termly Food Committee Meeting, attended by house reps, catering staff and boarding staff, gives boarders the chance to share feedback, suggest ideas, and have a voice in all things food related.
Free time during the week
After school finishes at 15.50, boarders are encouraged to participate in the wide range of clubs and activities that are available. Alternatively, the boarders can relax in the House or visit Bath (age dependent, see below). The DT, Art and Music departments are also open for boarders to use, and the gym is available for boarders in Years 10 to 13 (provided a gym induction has taken place).
Visiting Bath
Bath city centre is steeped in Roman history, Georgian architecture and a vibrant
arts scene. RHB is situated a short distance and enables our boarders to visit museums, galleries, theatres, and festivals. Easy access to Bath’s independent shops, cafés, and markets also encourages independence, allowing students to explore and enjoy a safe, welcoming city environment.
Sixth Form boarders can access town any day of the week after lessons (back for 17.45 supper) and at weekends. They can go alone but must sign out with the member of staff on duty and take a charged mobile phone. The curfew on a Friday and Saturday is 23.00. The curfew on a Sunday is 21.30.
Year 11 boarders can access town any day of the week after lessons (back for 17.45 supper) and at weekends. They should go in pairs unless permission from parents to go alone is received. They must sign out with the member of staff on duty and take a charged mobile phone. During the winter months, after school access is restricted due to the dark evenings.
Years 9 and 10 boarders can access town after school on a Friday (back for 17.45 supper) from March–October and at weekends all year round. They must go in pairs. They must sign out with the member of staff on duty and take a charged mobile phone. During the winter months, Friday evening access is restricted due to the dark evenings.
SATURDAY
08.00 Wake Up Years 5–11 woken by staff Years 12–13 set alarm
08.30–9.10 Breakfast
09.15–10.15 Prep Homework by year group
10.15–12.30 Activities/free time
12.30–13.15 Lunch
13.15–17.45 Activities/free time
17.45 Supper 18.25 Call over Notices and community time for all boarders
18.30–20.45 Free time/evening social
22.00 Lights out Years 5–9
Call over
Years 10–13
22.30 Lights out Year 10
22.30 Bedtime Years 11–13
Years 7 and 8 boarders can access town at weekends in pairs and with charged mobile phones. This must follow a familiarisation session in town supervised by a member of staff, as per the induction process. They must go in pairs. They must sign out with the member of staff on duty and take a charged mobile phone. Visits to town will be timelimited and there are clear out of bounds areas, as explained to boarders.
Years 5 and 6 boarders can access town at weekends under the supervision of a member of staff.
SUNDAY
09.00–11.00 Breakfast Common Room/Kitchen 11.00 All boarders awake
11.30–12.30 Brunch
12.30–17.45 Activities/free time
17.45–18.15 Supper 18.25 Call over Notices and community time for all boarders
18.30–21.30 Preparation for the week 21.30 Lights out Years 5–9
22.30 Lights out Year 10 Call over Years 11–13
22.30 Bedtime Years 12 and 13
Theweekend
On Saturdays, breakfast is served a little later than usual at 08.30, and this is followed by prep for boarders in Years 5 to 11. On a Sunday, boarders are encouraged to have a gentler start with breakfast items available in house from 09.00 and brunch in the dining hall is served at 11.30.
In general, Saturday is a free day for the boarders with the main house trip/activity taking place on a Sunday. That said, some trips will take place on a Saturday and boarders are advised to look at the weekend programme in advance of making plans.
We offer a broad and exciting programme of weekend activities; last year we went to watch the Cardiff Devils play ice hockey in Cardiff, painted pottery in Larkhall, surfed the Wave in Bristol and visited the Longleat Christmas Lights. We also routinely enjoy trips to Oxford Street, Covent Garden, Harry Potter World and Thorpe Park. More local trips also feature in our programme
and include chocolate workshops, paddleboarding, go-karting, bowling and candle-making.
The main weekend trips (of which there will be one each weekend) are for all Year 5 to 11 boarders and there will be additional weekend trips that the boarders can opt into.
Some trips (once each half term) will be whole House trips and compulsory for all boarders. The Sixth Form boarders can join in with all of the activities on offer; in addition there will be some ‘Sixth Form only’ activities organised.
During their free time, boarders can relax and make use of the House facilities, take part in exercise on site, visit town and/ or see friends. Boarders may be selected to represent the school in fixtures on a Saturday morning.
“My favourite thing about boarding is… …spending time with the older year groups and getting to have lots of big sisters. Lilli
Exeats and holidays
We have two open exeats in the Autumn Term, and one open exeat on the first half of each of the Spring and Summer terms. On these weekends the boarding house remains open for an extra charge. Exeat
At the beginning of term, boarders can arrive from 14.30 onwards. Upon return from exeats and half term, the Boarding House will not open until 17.30. On all occasions boarders should be back in House
Visitors
Visitors are very welcome to visit after school and on a weekend, but they must be students on roll at the school. All visitors should be introduced to the member of staff on duty and signed in to the visitor’s
All new students at RHB are given a Golden Ticket to come and spend a night with their friends in boarding.
Term Dates and Calendar
There are many performances, sports fixtures and events where we celebrate your daughter’s successes and achievements during the year and details of these will be sent home as each event approaches. The school calendar can be accessed via our SOCS school calendar –new parents will have access to this shortly after your daughter joins the school.
SOCS Calendar
Term dates
Autumn Term 2026
SEPTEMBER
Sun 6 Year 5–7 Welcome Picnic 12.00–14.00
Mon 7 Staff Inset Day
New Boarders arrive from 14.00 to settle into their new rooms, followed by a Welcome Tea at 15.30
Tue 8 Autumn Term begins for Year 5, 6, 7 and 12 students and all new Year 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13 students
Current Boarders return between 14.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Wed 9 Term begins for all students
Wed 16 School Photographs
Fri 25 Staff Inset Afternoon School ends at 12.30 Sixth Form Open Evening 17.30–20.30
Sat 26 Whole School Open Morning. All students required in school 09.00–12.30
Sun 22 Boarders return between 17.30–21:00
OCTOBER
Fri 2 Open Exeat begins at 15.50. Boarders staying for the weekend must book with the House Parent
Sun 4 Boarders return between 17.30–21:00
Fri 16 Half Term begins at 15.50
NOVEMBER
Sun 1 Boarders return between 17.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Mon 2 Term resumes
Fri 20 Open Exeat begins at 15.50. Boarders staying for the weekend must book with the House Parent
Sun 22 Boarders return between 17.30–21:00
DECEMBER
Fri 11 Term ends at 15.50
Mon 14 Staff Preparation Morning until 12.30
Online Boarders’ Academic meetings and catch-up academic sessions for invited students
Spring Term 2027
JANUARY
Mon 4 Staff Inset. Boarders return between 14.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Tue 5 Term begins for all students
Fri 22 Open Exeat begins at 15.50
Boarders staying for the weekend must book with the House Parent
Sun 24 Boarders return between 17.30–21:00
FEBRUARY
Fri 12 Half Term begins at 15.50
Sun 21
Boarders return between 17.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Mon 22 Term resumes
MARCH
Wed 24 Term ends at 15.50
Thu 25 Staff Inset Day
Summer Term 2027
APRIL
Wed 14 Boarders return between 14.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Thu 15 Term begins for all students
Fri 30 Open Exeat begins at 15.50
Boarders staying for the weekend must book with the House Parent
MAY
Mon 3 Bank Holiday Boarders return between 17.30–21:00
Tue 4 Term resumes
Sat 15 Whole School Open Morning
All non-exam students required to be in school
Fri 28 Half Term begins at 15.50
JUNE
Mon 7 Staff Inset Boarders return between 17.30–21:00. Earlier arrival must be agreed with House Parent
Tue 8 Term resumes
JULY
Fri 9 Term ends at 12:00
Important information
Permissions
A permissions form was included in the Boarders’ Information Pack that was sent prior to your starting at the school. It included permissions for events/items such as taxi charges (for medical appointments or similar), excursions (weekends and evenings) and for water consent for trips that involve being in or on the water.
In addition to this, parental authorisation for boarders to visit friends’ houses and for overnight stays away from boarding is required. For such events, permission will need to be given by parents and House Staff will also need to contact the adult (host) that will be responsible for the boarder whilst she is away from boarding. Gaining these permissions can be time-consuming; all weekend social plans are therefore required to be communicated in advance and by the Wednesday evening before the weekend, at the latest. Of course, we understand that last minute plans crop up and House Staff will do what they can to facilitate these, but plans communicated after Wednesday evening may not be able to be approved if House Staff do not have time to seek all permissions required. Permission for a boarder to travel in the car driven by another pupil or adult is also required.
Post
The boarders always love receiving post from friends and family. All school post, including post for boarders, will be delivered to the main school office. House staff will collect this post on a daily basis and sign it in to the School House office ready for collection by the boarder who will sign it out with the member of staff on duty.
Please note that the address for sending letters, parcels and packages to your daughter is: School House, Royal High School, Lansdown Road, Bath, BA1 5SZ
Medical
As part of the admission process, your parents will have filled in a form regarding your information. House Staff are able, provided parental approval has been given on this form, to dispense paracetamol, ibuprofen, travel sickness tablets and Piriton/Cetirizine (allergy medication) as required. Boarders must declare, and hand in to House Staff, any medications that they bring into the Boarding House. This medication will be passed on to the medical centre for checking. Boarders that are deemed Gillick Competent by the School Nurse may be allowed to keep medications in their rooms and selfmedicate. There are strict guidelines that will be explained and must be observed by any boarders that are self-medicating. We have a School Doctor who visits once a week. Appointments at the local surgery can also be made as required, Boarding House staff will facilitate and chaperone boarders to these appointments as needed.
Pocket money, passports and valuables
All boarders have a lockable space in their bedrooms where money, passports and valuables can be kept safe. Please note that you will need to provide a padlock for this space.
Regarding money, RHB is a cashless school, so we ask that all boarders have a pre-loaded card for pocket money or return with a small amount of money for the term. We operate a pocket money system in House where cash can be locked away in the House safe. Boarders can then sign money out as needed; a record of the remaining balance is kept. We expect boarders to use the pocket money system if they have cash that exceeds £30 on their person.
Passports and travel tickets/documents can be handed in for safekeeping or stored away in a boarder’s lockable space. Again, we have a signing in/out procedure for passports and we encourage boarders to use it to ensure they have their passport when it comes to travelling.
Phones and WiFi
The safety of our boarders is always our priority and as mobile and laptop technology develops at an ever-increasing rate, we recognise the importance of having a clear policy about the use of ICT with School. Boarders will, as part of their school induction, receive the school ICT Code of Conduct to read and sign.
Phones and WiFi
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All communications using school equipment is monitored and centrally logged in accordance with GDST policy. There is WiFi throughout the house, provided by the school network. This WiFi is restricted and monitored as above, and as such certain websites and platforms will be restricted/ unavailable. For boarders who have access to 3G/4G and their own data on the phones/ devices, monitoring in the same way is not possible. As such, parents are advised to have parental control added to mobile phone packages.
Our Year 5 to 10 boarders hand in their devices in before bedtime every night of the week. This is to promote positive sleep routines and to ensure the girls are wellrested and ready for the demands of the day ahead. Boarders in Year 11 hand their devices in before bedtime on a Sunday–Thursday but can choose whether they wish to do so on a Friday and Saturday night. Sixth Form boarders are not required to hand their devices in, but it is of course an option if they wish to and something that staff may put in place if it is deemed necessary. Please note that misuse of devices and any breaking of the schools ICT code of conduct may result in devices being confiscated.
Fire Drills
It is important that you understand what to do should the fire alarm sound. During your induction, a member of the House Staff will take you on a ‘walk through fire practice’ to show you all the available fire exits routes, how to open the fire doors and where the assembly point is. The House Staff will conduct a fire drill at the beginning of each term; one of these drills in the year will be an ‘out of hours’ (when you are in bed) drill.
If the fire alarm sounds, whatever the time of day, you must always assume that it is a real emergency and evacuate the building as quickly and sensibly as possible, following the guidelines below:
• Leave the building in an orderly manner, making sure (where possible) you have something on your feet.
• Leave the building via the nearest fire exit and assemble at the designated fire assembly point.
• Line up in year groups.
• Wait in silence whilst the member of staff on duty takes a register to ensure that everyone is accounted for.
• Wait until the member of staff on duty signals that you may return to House.
Please note that there are fire notices in each bedroom as well as in the House corridors and common areas. These must not be removed, defaced or covered up.
School House Agreements, Rewards and Sanctions
The Boarding House is run on trust and allows you independence and, as appropriate, freedom.
When you join Royal High School Bath as a boarder you agree to the School House Agreements (see School House Agreements). If at any time these agreements are broken, there will be a consequence/sanction applied. Positive behaviours and going above and beyond what is expected of you will be rewarded and celebrated.
Medical matters
Medical Centre
The School Medical team holds daily surgeries and times for these are on the noticeboards in the Boarding House and outside the Medical Centre.
You can attend any of these sessions.
If you are unwell during the school day, go to the School Office and they will contact Sister.
The School Doctor visits the school and holds regular surgeries on a Thursday morning.
As boarders, you are automatically registered with the School Doctor and Sister can also arrange appointments for you at the Doctor’s practice in Bath.
You can arrange counselling appointments with our school counsellors direct on email.
Medicines
If you take medicine on a regular basis, you must tell us. One of the nurses must check all of your medicines and only necessary prescription items (eg asthma inhalers) can be kept in your bedroom. Other items will be looked after and administered by the Nurse, House staff, or the School Office staff.
As a Sixth Form student you can have prescribed and ‘over the counter’ medicines in your room, provided they are kept in a safe place and have been checked by the nurse.
Appointments with an optician, or physiotherapist can also be made if requested by your parents or in the event of an emergency. You will be accompanied to your appointment by a member of the House staff. Appointments should be made outside lesson times whenever possible. Routine check-ups should normally be arranged during the holidays to prevent losing lesson time.
Who’s who?
DEPUTY HEAD PASTORAL AND BOARDING
Mrs Elizabeth Cunningham
Elizabeth Cunningham leads the school’s pastoral care and boarding provision with a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and community.
She is responsible for overseeing the pastoral systems that support every student, alongside the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the boarding environment. Working closely with tutors, house staff, and safeguarding leads, she ensures that pupils feel safe, supported, and able to flourish.
“As the mum of two teenage girls, I am passionate about the holistic education that the school offers. When students are happy, they flourish academically, and every student deserves to feel supported and recognised as an individual. I am proud of how we support our girls beyond the classroom, from promoting student wellbeing, to strengthening safeguarding, and encouraging pupil voice.”
e.cunningham@rhsb.gdst.net
HOUSE PARENT
Mrs Sarah Mulready
Sarah joined us as House Parent in April 2026. Sarah had been Head of Girls Boarding at Truro School in Cornwall since 2017 and is highly experienced in boarding.
She has a BSc Joint Honours Degree in Mathematics and Sports Science from The University of Birmingham and has recently completed the BSA Certificate in Boarding Practice. Sarah is married and has three daughters, Poppy, Matilda and Bella and a son Sebastian. Her husband Damon works locally and also coaches football.
Sarah’s hobbies include running, open water swimming, playing netball and enjoying the outdoors with her family.
“I am passionate about pastoral care and the many benefits of boarding, from developing life skills and resilience to nurturing compassion for others. I aim to create a true ‘home from home’ – an extended family –where boarders feel safe, supported and able to flourish, trying new things without fear and reaching their full potential. I love championing them every step of the way, celebrating their successes and supporting them when things don’t go to plan.”
DEPUTY HOUSE PARENT
Miss Emma Small
The Boarding Team
All of our boarding staff live on site, helping to create a warm, supportive atmosphere that truly feels like home. Their presence throughout the day, and night, means that boarders always have someone close by who knows them well and is there to offer encouragement, reassurance and guidance as they grow through the school and into Sixth Form.
Our house team brings a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for boarding life. Each member has completed comprehensive training, including BSA courses, first aid and mental health awareness, ensuring they are well equipped to support every aspect of a pupil’s wellbeing. They work in close partnership with the wider school community – including nurse, tutors, Heads of Year, the Deputy Head (Pastoral and Boarding) and teaching staff – so that every boarder benefits from a seamless network of care, guidance and support.
ASSISTANT HOUSE PARENT
Mrs Stephanie Carter
Resident Boarding House Staff
Mrs Sarah Mulready (House Parent) s.mulready@rhsb.gdst.net
Miss Emma Small (Deputy House Parent) e.small@rhsb.gdst.net
Mrs Stephanie Carter (Assistant House Parent) s.carter@rhsb.gdst.net
Boarding House mobile number 07788 185334
General House email address boarding@rhsb.gdst.net
Admissions Team
Mrs Claire Mason (Head of Admissions) c.mason2@rhsb.gdst.net
There are lots of people at School you can talk to; house staff, your tutor, your teachers, the pastoral team, or any member of staff with whom you feel comfortable. You can also talk to your parents and your friends.
If you would like to talk to someone totally independent, you will find several different telephone numbers on the ‘Where can I speak to?’ notices in your rooms and around the school, including agencies such as Off the Record and Childline.
Boarders also have two Independent Listeners they can contact to talk things through.
If you would like to make an official complaint about something that has happened to you or that you feel worried about, the first thing to do is talk to Mrs Cunningham. You can take a friend with you if you wish.
If you are not able to resolve the matter and you still do not feel happy, then you can make a formal complaint. You will need to do this in writing to the Head or by telling a member of staff that you wish to make a formal complaint.
You will then be asked to talk the matter through with the Head and you can have a friend with you, who may be another pupil or a member of staff. If the matter is still not sorted out, you can talk to one the independent listeners named on the ‘Where can I get help?’ notice.
Remember that you do not have to tell anyone that you are complaining about them. If you feel that your concerns are not being properly addressed in school, you can contact The Office of the Children’s Commissioner (0800 528 0731) www. childrenscommissioner.gov.uk
School House
DEPUTY HEAD, PASTORAL AND BOARDING
Mrs Cunningham
HOUSE PARENT
Mrs Mulready
ASSISTANT HOUSE PARENT
Ms Carter
DEPUTY HOUSE PARENT
Ms Small
HEAD
Ms Boyes
HEAD OF SIXTH FORM
Mrs Ladbury-Webb
ACADEMIC TUTORS
All Students
INDEPENDENT LISTENER
Reverend Debbie Pow
St Stephen’s Church, Bath 07739 515938
INDEPENDENT LISTENER
Rev Dr Katy Garner and Daisy (support dog)
Lead Chaplin, Bath Spa University 07879 665767
DEPUTY HEAD ACADEMIC
Mr Briggs
HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Ms Cheers
HEAD OF YEAR 7 AND 8
Mrs Goy
HEAD OF YEAR 9
Mrs Lowe
HEAD OF YEAR 10 AND 11
Dr Jenkin
BOARDING ASSISTANTS
OFFICE OF THE CHILDREN’S COMMISSION
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS INSPECTORATE (ISI)
Listening support from Off the Record, an independent counselling service for young people can be accessed through the Medical Centre or directly on 01225 312481.
The Childline number is 0800 1111.
The Office of the Children’s Commission number is 0207 78330.
“ My favourite thing about boarding is… …how friendly everyone is to each other
Angie
Glossary
Assembly
A regular meeting of pupils in Houses, Year groups or whole school.
Curriculum
The course of work that each Year group follows.
Dormitory/Dorms
The bedrooms in the boarding house where students sleep, and older students also do their prep.
Exeat
A weekend when boarding pupils can go home or to guardians/relatives.
RHSB Active Co-curricular Activities
Activities taking place outside the formal curriculum, which are designed to encourage non-academic skills and experiences.
Full boarding
This is where pupils live at the School, including weekends.
Guardian
An individual who acts on behalf of a student’s parents and takes care of the pupil during term time and holidays. Students whose parents live abroad will legally require a UK guardian.
Half Term
A holiday in the middle of a term.
House Parent
A Deputy or Assistant House Parent is resident in a boarding house and is responsible for the pastoral support and supervision of the boarders in the house.
Hudson Centre
The large room found near the main entrance of the School. Meeting room for many of the events that occur during the year.
The Hive
This is a quiet area in school for contemplation, study and if you want to talk to a Wellbeing Angel.
