Boarding Life At SJB

LIVE HAPPILY. LEARN FREELY. BELONG AT SJB.

Fostering Compassion, Confidence And Resilience

Boarding has been at the heart of St John’s Beaumont since its earliest days. Today, it remains a defining feature of our offering.

Our Boarding Facilities are a warm and welcoming home-away-from-home where pupils grow in independence, form lifelong friendships and develop the confidence to thrive in senior school and beyond.

Our boarding, academic and pastoral teams work closely to ensure every child feels known, supported and valued. Whether weekly or full boarders, pupils experience a balanced routine of study, relaxation, and enrichment in an environment shaped by care, community and character.

Boarding That Suits Your Needs

St John’s Beaumont offers flexible boarding options designed to support family life and meet the needs of each child. Whether joining as a weekly boarder or full boarder, pupils benefit from the same close attention, nurturing atmosphere and rich school experience.

Boarding helps pupils build resilience and self-reliance, especially those preparing for senior boarding schools. It also gives them space to form friendships, learn routine, and experience life within a supportive community.

Warm, Personal Care: A dedicated residential team ensures every child feels at home and supported day and night.

Character and Confidence: Boarding life encourages independence, empathy, and leadership, essential traits for success at senior school.

Academic Support: Evening study sessions are supervised by academic staff, providing structure and continuity in learning.

Strong Community: Boarders form close friendships across year groups, supported by the Boarders’ Council and mentoring by older pupils.

Holistic Development: Opportunities beyond the classroom include sports, creative arts, service, and weekend excursions that build confidence and joy.

Why Boarding In Windsor

Set within 50 acres of private woodland near Windsor Great Park, St John’s Beaumont offers a uniquely tranquil yet well-connected setting for boarding. Only moments from one of England’s most historic towns, pupils enjoy a rich blend of nature, heritage, and opportunity.

Our location combines the calm of the countryside with the cultural and transport advantages of the South East:

10 minutes from Windsor Castle and the River Thames, offering easy access to royal, historical, and artistic landmarks.
20 minutes from Heathrow Airport, making it ideal for international families and weekend travel.
Direct train links to London Waterloo and Paddington in under an hour, enabling educational visits and family access.
Close to Eton, Ascot, and Runnymede, allowing participation in regional academic, sporting, and cultural events.
Nestled within a secure, green campus bordered by woodlands and open playing fields – a safe and inspiring place to learn and grow.

Boarders At St John’s Beaumont Truly Experience The Best Of Both Worlds: A Peaceful Environment That Nurtures Focus And Wellbeing, And Quick Connections To One Of The World’s Most Vibrant Cities.

Curriculum

Boarders at St John’s Beaumont follow the same High Performance Learning (HPL)-inspired curriculum as day pupils, supported by structured evening study sessions.Academic staff are available during prep time to provide guidance and help with homework.

This blend of academic structure and personal freedom ensures that boarders maintain focus while learning the independence and discipline required for senior school success.

Boarding Options

St John’s Beaumont provides both weekly and full boarding.

Weekly Boarding: Ideal for families seeking a structured school week and quality family time at weekends.
Full Boarding: Designed for pupils whose families live abroad or further afield, offering full pastoral and weekend care.

Structured learning

Supportive environment

Boarding Residence

Our two boarding dormitories have been sympathetically modernised to provide comfort, privacy, and practicality.

Morse Dormitory welcomes younger boarders.
Southwell Dormitory provides a calm, mature environment for older pupils.

Each child has their own personal space for study, sleep, and reflection, while shared common areas encourage social connection and teamwork.

Evenings Often Include Relaxed Downtime In The Boarders’ Common Room, Complete With Games, Air Hockey, A Pool Table, And Video Consoles. The Wider School Facilities - Swimming Pool, Climbing Wall, Sports Hall, And Gym - Are Also Open To Boarders After Hours.

Boarding School Activities

Life as a boarder is active, varied, and full of adventure. Evenings include structured prep, time for play and friendship, and access to a wide range of facilities.

Weekends are carefully curated to balance rest and recreation, with activities ranging from woodland campfires to cultural visits and outings – including museums, theme parks, bowling, shopping trips, and more.

Weekends are carefully curated to balance rest and recreation, with activities ranging from woodland campfires to cultural visits and outings - including museums, theme parks, bowling, shopping trips, and more.

Security And Care

The safety and wellbeing of our boarders is our highest priority. St John’s Beaumont employs registered nurses, first aid-trained boarding parents, and a residential matron, providing 24-hour care when school is in session.

The Healthcare Team supports physical and emotional wellbeing, administering medication, managing health needs, and offering guidance on nutrition and hygiene.
The School Doctor, Dr Adrian Hayter, is available for appointments and emergencies, ensuring prompt and professional medical care.
Digital devices and other valuables are stored securely and made available at set times to encourage healthy digital habits and family connection.

Approximately Half Of All Boarders Are International, Representing A Vibrant, Multicultural Community That Enhances Cultural Understanding And Friendships Across Borders.

We welcome children from all over the world. Past and current alumni include boarders from: