FROM THE BOARDING HOUSE

DIANE McCLURE, BOARDING HOUSE MANAGER

SELWYN HOUSE SCHOOL IS

proud to offer a safe, nurturing, familyorientated boarding house that caters for students in Years 4–8 (ages 7–13). Our Boarding House is conveniently located within the school grounds, offering a home away from home for up to 29 girls.

Boarders live on campus in a positive and caring environment, which seamlessly aligns with the values of the International Baccalaureate, Primary Years Programme. Support is provided by a caring and professional team who remain focused on helping each boarder reach their full potential, both socially and academically.

Boarding provides extra opportunities to develop social and life skills. When living with others, many chances arise to practise empathetic understanding, co-operation, patience, respect and responsibility.

The sense of community is strong within the boarding house. Girls from rural Canterbury, wider New Zealand and various international locations share their lives, learning from one another and forging lasting friendships. Each girl’s own special character and the wonderful attributes brought to the boarding community is embraced. The boarding house is honoured to be a second home for our students.

We believe boarding is a unique opportunity for each girl and we pride ourselves on creating a positive environment where the girls are able to develop their academic, social and life skills.

‘Many chances arise to practise empathetic understanding, co-operation, patience, respect and responsibility.’