From those in the know

Top tips from boarders

Tips for the first few weeks:

• Stock up on snack food (but NO nuts).
• Label any food that you bring with you.
• Stock up on toiletries.
• Bring pocket money for trips out (and to Budgens).
• Bring your own fitted sheets, duvet sheets and towels.
• Bring photos, decorations etc. for your room-make it homely.
• Bring extra labels for clothing, or a permanent marker to label your clothes.

How you should get involved:

• Don’t be afraid to meet new people. e.g. go to the Common Room and socialise with older and younger years. Don’t be shy…
• Get involved in everything and this will help you get out of the house and make friends.
• Look out for others and they will look out for you.
• Get involved in weekend activities and suggest any you want to see organised.
• Get involved with clubs at school.
• Don’t feel afraid to ask for help or tell someone if you are worried about something.
• Be open minded.
• Be sensitive and kind.
• Mix with all age groups and try to include everyone in things you are doing.
• Be yourself, share successes and sometimes the things that go wrong.

Day-to-day tips

• Keep your room clean.
• Label your clothes and give your special and delicate clothes to the House Matron separately.
• Don’t make a big fuss if your clothes get mixed with your room mate if you share.
• Keep your things tidy and in your space.
• Keep in touch with your family.
• Bring a stack of cards for thank yous and birthdays.
• Always clean up after yourself, especially in the kitchen.