Boarding

The majority of students at Old Swinford Hospital board in one of seven Houses. Some return home at weekends, while others stay on, often representing the school in sporting and other activities.

Boarding gives the school a sense of stability and the House soon becomes a home from home. Each is unique, with a strong identity that will stay with the boys throughout their time as Boarders. Houses are the foundation stones of the school and foster remarkable bonds of loyalty. Each member shares equal responsibility for maintaining its name and reputation.

Representing the House in sporting or other activities is an honour for the boys and competition between Houses is a defining characteristic of school life. Inter-House events, such as Sports Day, are keenly contested, with the winners fêted across the school.

Everyone can, and is encouraged to, contribute to the success of the House, either through good behaviour, academic achievement or a sporting or performing talent they may have yet to discover.