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Spring Term 2026
Welcome to SGA Stays – Boarding Activities
Boarding at St George’s is at the heart of school life; a warm, home-from-home community. Through SGA Stays, our tailored boarding offer, girls enjoy a balanced weekly routine of calm study time, creative evenings, wellbeing activities and exciting weekend adventures.
Life in boarding is about connection and opportunity. Whether taking part in craft nights, wellbeing sessions, games evenings
or joining one of our many weekend outings, there is always something to look forward to. These shared experiences help girls make lasting friendships, explore their interests and enjoy a joyful, structured routine that feels both secure and full of possibility.
Most activities are included, with any additional costs clearly communicated in advance, where applicable.
Miss Alford Housemistress
Mrs Harmon Housemistress
Miss Low Assistant Housemistress
Your week, your way
The perfect balance of structure, fun and freedom
At St George’s, our boarding activities programme is built around a warm, familiar routine that gives girls something to look forward to each day.
Each evening follows its own theme, blending creativity, wellbeing, connection and plenty of fun. Boarders enjoy extended, supervised access to a wide range of facilities, including the Swimming Pool, Gym and Fitness Suite, Library, music practice rooms and our extensive outdoor spaces. Each house follows a vibrant programme of weekday and weekend activities, from relaxed evenings in House to shopping
Mondays – Creative Start
Craft sessions and hands-on projects that spark imagination and offer a calm, creative reset.
Tuesdays – Tasks and Tunes
Task Master Tuesdays bring fast-paced team challenges and friendly competition, as well as optional karaoke for those who love a singalong.
trips, theme park adventures and cultural experiences such as museum, theatre and cinema visits.
A key strength of SGA Stays is the balance it offers. Supervised study sessions provide calm, structured time for academic focus with support from specialist staff, while our varied leisure activities give girls the space to unwind, explore new interests and build confidence.
Together, this blend of routine, enrichment and community helps boarders thrive, laying strong foundations for their future success.
Wednesdays – Wellbeing
A dedicated wellbeing focus, from strength circuits to mindfulness, paired with an optional water-based session for anyone wanting to unwind in the pool.
Thursdays – Games Night
A sociable evening filled with table tennis, e-sports, and classic games.
Fridays – Film or Foodie Focus
A cosy movie night or a foodie treat such as cupcake decorating or fire-pit s’mores.
Weekends in Boarding
Active Saturdays, restorative Sundays. Adventures in between
Weekends offer the perfect blend of activity, exploration and downtime. Saturday mornings typically include sports fixtures for those taking part, with supervised study or free-choice activities for others.
Each weekend features an outing or experience; from ice-skating and theatre trips to chocolate-making workshops, Windsor walks, golf tasters and more.
Sundays are calmer and designed for rest and reset. Girls can join an optional fitness session, enjoy a relaxed brunch, take part in afternoon activities, and round off the day with an optional Fun Swim session.
The weekend finishes with quiet time to get organised for the week ahead, the ideal balance of fun, friendship and wellbeing.
Senior Boarding Activities
Our Senior Boarders (Years 11 – Sixth Form) can take part in additional focus sessions throughout the term. An extended programme designed with older pupils in mind, offering more independence, maturity and choice, while still connecting them to the rest of the boarding community.
Alongside the full weekly schedule, seniors have additional evening sessions and some occasional weekend outings tailored to their interests, from wellbeing workshops and life-skills sessions to cultural trips and social events. This uplifted programme gives senior girls the space to grow in confidence, lead activities and develop real-world skills.
Weekend Highlights
Saturday 10 Jan Fire pit & s’mores
Sunday 11 Jan Windsor Castle Walk and Shopping Fun Swim
Saturday 17 Jan Clarence House Chase Raceday
Sunday 18 Jan Rosie’s ChocolateMaking Experience Fun Swim
Saturday 24 Jan Exeat
Sunday 25 Jan Exeat
Saturday 31 Jan ‘Kaspas Treats’ Ice Cream Parlour Outing
Sunday 1 Feb Morning Circuits
Tote Bag Printing (on-site)
Candlemas Service in Chapel
Friday 6 Feb C and D House Party
A and B House Takeaway Night
Saturday 7 Feb Peter Pan Musical (South Hill Park)
Sunday 8 Feb Sunday Stretch
GolfPlex Bracknell Fun Swim
Friday 27 Feb Fire pit & s’mores
Saturday 28 Feb Ozone Ice Rink Trip
Sunday 1 March Circuits Fun Swim
Saturday 7 March Spring Walk and Talk - Long Walk Windsor
Sunday 8 March Strength and Stretch Session
Royal Ascot Golf Taster Day Fun Swim
Saturday 14 March Exeat
Sunday 15 March Exeat
Friday 20 March A and B House Party
C and D House Takeaway Night
Saturday 21 March Cinema
Sunday 22 March Circuits
Trip to Coral Reef
Senior Boarding Activities
Week 1. 5-11 January
Fresh Start: Vision Board Workshop
A relaxing creative session to set personal goals for the new year. Pupils can design vision boards to inspire focus and motivation.
Week 2. 12–18 January
DIY Stress Relievers
Make simple lavender eye masks or stress balls - perfect for quiet time and wellbeing.
Cultural Exchange Cooking
Girls teach each other a simple no-bake snack from their home country.
Week 3. 19–25 January
Basic First Aid Refresher
Practical life skills covering common injuries such as sprains and burns.
Week 4. 26 January–1 February
The Power of Sleep Workshop
Explore how routines, environment and habits improve rest and overall wellbeing.
Lunar New Year Celebration Dinner
Special themed dinner with cultural music, small gifts, and formal House toast.
Week 5. 2–8 February
‘Shrove Tuesday’ Treat Night
Everyone makes their favorite pancakes and enjoys the topping table!
House Trivia Night
Week 6. 9–13 February
‘Ask a Senior’ Q&A Panel
Seniors share advice on study skills, university, exam stress and boarding life.
Week 7. 23 February–1 March
Jewellery Making Workshop
Create beaded bracelets, charms or simple accessories.
Cinema Night with Hot Chocolate Bar
Week 8. 2–8 March
Pottery Painting & Ceramics
A calm creative workshop painting mugs and decorative ceramic pieces.
Week 9. 9–15 March
Cooking for Uni: Ready Steady Cook
A fun session to create practical, simple meals pupils can replicate independently later.
Week 10. 16–22 March
Senior Activity - St Patrick’s Day Celebration Make green-themed healthy snacks and festive mocktails.
Week 11. 23–27 March
Senior Activity - Transition & Reflection Session
Reflect on achievements, prepare for the break and set gentle goals for the next term.
We encourage healthy habits around technology because we believe that removing digital distractions helps our girls be more present, build deeper friendships, focus on study and fully enjoy boarding life.
This year marks a year since St George’s embraced a phone-free approach during the school day, using Yondr pouches, a shift that has had a profoundly positive impact on pupils’ wellbeing. We are proud to have achieved Silver Level in the national Smartphone Free Schools Rating scheme, recognising our commitment to creating an environment where technology use is balanced.
