A day in the life of a boarder
"The first time I got out of the car at
Guildford, I thought this is where I belong.
JUNIOR HALL
I feel really lucky to be part of a school that
has a lot of history and traditions. Being at
Guildford has completely opened my eyes to a
whole new world that I never would have been
exposed to. There’s so many things to do at
Guildford. I love everything about boarding. 6.45am
Wake up
Jobs
Being part of Guildford is like being part of
a family. The moment I walk back into the
Boarding House it feels like I am at home
again. It’s part of me now. It’s part of who
I am" – Barclay, Year 10 boarder. 8.10am School
Morning routine
In the junior hall we wake at 6.45am and
do our jobs until breakfast. After breakfast
and roll call we move to the day house to
prepare for the school day. 5.45pm Dinner
Day routine
We’re in school from 8.10am to 3.30pm.
There are so many things to do at
Guildford. I love subjects like metal work
because they’re really hands on. I try to
make the most of every opportunity that
comes my way. 9.00pm Bed
Afternoon routine
After school we generally go to sport
training or bike or walk into Guildford with
our friends to relax and have some fun.
Evening routine
After dinner in the Dining Hall at 5.45pm,
we have dedicated time for homework
and study called Prep. There’s so much
help in the boarding house. There’s always
somebody around to help, it’s a pretty big
advantage. We spend an hour and half
studying before supper and then have
some free time.
7.15am
Roll call
Breakfast
7.45am
Move to day house
3.30pm
Sport training or
local leave
5.15pm Quiet time
6.30pm Prep
8.00pm Supper
8.15pm
Free time
SENIOR HALL
7.00am
Wake up
7.30am Breakfast
8.00am
Move to day house
8.10am School
3.30pm
Sport training or
local leave
5.15pm Quiet time
5.45pm Dinner
6.30pm Prep
8.30pm Supper
8.45pm Free time
9.30pm Bed or further study
10.30pm Lights out
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