Evenings & Weekends

Prep pupils (up to the age of 11 years) and those in Years 7 & 8 have an organised trip or activity every Saturday afternoon and most Sundays. Pupils in Years 9, 10 and 11 are allowed into Teignmouth if they obtain permission from boarding staff. Sixth-Form students must sign out and in whenever they leave the premises. Various sports clinics e.g. swimming and basketball as well as workshops e.g. Art and Drama are offered on some Saturday mornings. Boarders in Years 11 and below attend Church, or an assembly in Chapel, on Sundays. Boarders are expected to wear smart home clothes when attending Church or Chapel.

In the middle of each Half Term, a weekend is designated as Exeat weekend and pupils may go home, stay with their guardians or with friends.

Boarders are encouraged to join outside groups, clubs and organisations. Written permission in advance will be required from parents or guardians before boarders are allowed to participate in high-risk activities whether arranged by the School or by outside organisations. House staff will not be able to authorise overnight stays away from the school. Written permission can be sent by post, fax or e-mail.

Social events are organised regularly both on and off-site, designed appropriately for the various age groups. We recognise that it is important for boarders to learn to develop socially with appropriate restrictions in place to ensure their safety and well-being.