Boarding philosophy
Our purpose
Inspiring students to achieve personal
excellence and to be outstanding citizens
who work to create a just, loving and
peaceful society.
Boarding mission
To provide a home away from home,
giving our boarders the opportunity of a
first class education while building strong
relationships and learning lifelong values.
Our values
• Excellence – being the best we
can be
• Respect – showing appreciation
and consideration for those
around us
• Integrity – sticking to moral and
ethical principles even when
others are not looking
• Spirituality – searching for
meaning in our lives which
transcends the body and mind
• Teamwork – working
cooperatively to achieve our
common goals
• Compassion – showing
sympathy and empathy for others
Our principles
Boarding has been part of the fabric
of Guildford Grammar School since
the School’s foundation in 1896. Our
boarding program is based on the
following principles:
• Boarding can only be based on open,
honest and trusting relationships and
mutual respect for the individual.
• The full realisation of the potential
of each boarder includes emotional,
intellectual, moral, social, spiritual and
physical development of the individual.
• Every boarder and member of staff has
the right to work, relax, play and rest
free from harassment or bullying of any
form. Every boarder has the right to
develop their intellectual and academic
endeavours in an environment that
is positive and encouraging and in
surroundings that are favourable to
learning.
• Staff and boarders respect each other’s
right to privacy.
• The communication and living of
values is vital to the greater good of the
boarding community.
• Opportunities are extended to all
students regardless of culture, religion,
ethnicity and background.
• The opportunity to serve others is
embraced through leadership. It is
observed in boarders who genuinely
take an interest in other members of
the boarding community, are positive
role models, approachable and who
earn the respect of the community
without privilege or favour.
• Boarding is an important partnership
between the School, students and
parents, all working together for the
best outcomes.
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