A group of boarders were asked what they liked about boarding.
Steve: You learn to look after yourself and I think you get to know your friends much better because you're living with them 24/7.  You learn to get on with people and when you do have a fall out, you learn it's best to put it right and make up.  You also become independent and this is good for later life.
Henry: You make friends you can really trust and rely on.  You can count on them to help you out.  Although you can feel homesick particularly when you get back to school after a long holiday, this soon goes when you get into the swing of things.
Neil: I’ve learnt to be very independent and learnt how to get along with others in a house environment which gives you a great advantage. We have a good laugh and you can have your own space when you need it.