Discover why boarding has been at the heart of Frensham for more than a century. Explore Australia’s largest girls’ boarding school by percentage of boarders and learn how its close-knit community fosters independence, confidence and lifelong friendships.
This month explores educational choice for rural families, shares Annabel’s reflections 17 years after boarding school, previews upcoming events in Goondiwindi, Moree and Tamworth, and highlights programs and conversations supporting rural parents, connection and community.
This week we’re shining a spotlight on Hurlstone Agricultural High School, one of only three government boarding schools in NSW. Combining strong academics, agricultural learning and affordable boarding, Hurlstone continues to open doors for rural families while helping country students
All boarding schools care deeply about what they do.
All boarding schools work incredibly hard to support their students.
And all boarding schools value the contribution rural, regional and remote families bring to their communities in ways that are both
Pymble Ladies’ College has a long and proud tradition of Boarding, with 20 of our first 60 students enrolled as Boarders when the College opened in 1916. Today, we have a thriving community of 150 Boarding students with 70% hailing
All boarding schools care deeply about what they do.
All boarding schools work incredibly hard to support their students.
And all boarding schools value the contribution rural, regional and remote families bring to their communities in ways that are both
What strikes me still is how intentionally the school brings city and country families together. Everyone gathers for meals in the dining halls.
At Scotch Oakburn College, scholarships celebrate far more than academic achievement – they recognise character, curiosity, creativity and compassion. These are the qualities that shape exceptional young people and future ready leaders.
When February feels heavy and the boarding year begins with long drives, labelled socks and wobbly goodbyes, we’ve got you covered — reminding rural, regional and remote families that homesickness is normal, resilience is built over time, and being a
With a long-standing boarding tradition, a close-knit and thriving boarding community, and recognised leadership in boarding excellence, Ascham offers a confident, contemporary boarding experience in the heart of Sydney.
Frensham is home to a boarding tradition that is as unique as it is heartfelt. With more than 70% of students living in residence (and most of them from regional and rural Australia), boarding is the heartbeat of the school.
Frensham is home to a boarding tradition that is as unique as it is heartfelt. With more than 70% of students living in residence (and most of them from regional and rural Australia), boarding is the heartbeat of the school.
Gosh it’s a worthy question isn’t it? When the educational outcomes for rural, regional and remote (RRR) children are compromised (as they are) by a variety of challenges, isn’t it ‘ok’ to seek more for your kids?
Kambala has undergone a significant transformation, shifting from a larger boarding cohort to a smaller, more intimate group of around 50 boarders, and creating a unique, “boutique” boarding experience that feels like family.
With just a couple of weeks to go, I received word that the Crossing Theatre in Narrabri could no longer host our Boarding Schools Expo – through no fault of ours obviously. Faced with this sudden venue loss, I had
When The McDonald College joined us for our Boarding Schools Expo events for the very first time this year, it triggered a response in so many families that walked through our doors. There was this collective moment of realisation among
For generations, families from across Australia have entrusted us with their child’s education and wellbeing. Located in the vibrant heart of Launceston, Tasmania, our boarding community is warm, inclusive, and deeply connected — where care is personal, friendships are lifelong,
Gosh it’s a worthy question isn’t it? When the educational outcomes for rural, regional and remote (RRR) children are compromised (as they are) by a variety of challenges, isn’t it ‘ok’ to seek more for your kids?
Since 1901, Ravenswood has embraced a strong tradition of educational excellence, developing young women of purpose who are empowered and inspired by the highest quality of teaching and learning experiences.
For generations, boys have arrived from across Australia and overseas to live, learn and grow together on 110 acres of heritage-rich grounds nestled beside Sydney’s Lane Cove River. They come for the education, stay for the mateship, and leave with
NEGS has a long history of educating daughters from our most remote regions. Their equine program is definitely an attraction for many families from our northern states…
Since 1887, generations of boarders have excelled at our unique school. Hailing from country NSW, Sydney suburbs, interstate and overseas, our diverse cohort of around 120 boarders is filled with students who are secure and happy in their surroundings.
Hello again, thanks for tuning in to Destination Boarding. Today, I sat down with Angie Nisbet from Married to the Land podcast. Let me tell you, this episode is a ripper. I’ve just returned from our final boarding schools expo
You would be hard pressed to find a person (particularly a country person) who has not heard of The King’s School. It is the oldest boys boarding school in Australia with a history of almost 200 years in educating young
Kambala is large enough to ensure diversity of friendships, though small enough to ensure that those friendships reflect the familial bonds our kids are used to.
We welcome back NEGS Armidale this month – with a spotlight on their extensive opportunities to develop your child’s passions. Whether it’s athletics, equestrian, agriculture or performing arts, NEGS creates the pathways to ensure you can ‘be your best’. Nestled
A little late off the starting blocks this week though we’re very happy to ‘introduce’ you to Presbyterian Ladies College (PLC) Armidale located on the stunning northern tablelands of NSW. They’ve been a beacon of excellence in girls’ education
Podcaster Oli Le Lievre (Humans of Agriculture) shares real stories from the world of farming to connect, engage, and inspire a more sustainable and prosperous future.
Watercolour artist Sarah Smith reflects on her rural upbringing, boarding school challenges, and the lasting friendships and inspiration that shaped her life and art.
This week we sit down with Adam Larby, Head of The King’s School, Tudor House. Adam Larby is the son of immigrants – a mother of Chinese heritage and a British father – who came to Australia and settled their
Today we hear from Chavela Ellis a boarder at Canberra Grammar School. Chavela is from Queanbeyan and headed off to boarding school in Year 8.
Boarding schools, with their structured environments and often stringent social media use policies, offer a much sought after solution to address these concerns and in doing so, provide a host of benefits for teenage development.
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the prevalence of disconnected teenagers has become a concerning issue for many families.
Boarding offers many pathways Keen to go away to boarding school from Year 7, Year 11 student at Yanco Agricultural High School, Dimity Evans has thrown herself into the activities on offer over the past five years – everything from
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