Welcome to Boarding Boarding at New Hall is so much more than just living at school; it is a community, an adventure, and a place where every day brings new opportunities. Our boarders enjoy out-of-hours access to the very best our School has to offer, from the Fitness Suite and Library to music practice rooms and extensive outdoor facilities. Our dedicated boarding team organises an exciting programme of weekday and weekend activities – from cultural excursions to London and historic English towns, to visits to renowned museums, the theatre and cinema, as well as shopping trips and thrilling theme park adventures. There is always something to look forward to, and plenty of opportunities to make memories and friendships that last a lifetime. At the heart of boarding is balance. Structured study time, supported by specialist staff, helps our students stay on top of their academic goals, while free time allows them to pursue passions, explore new interests, and simply enjoy themselves. This blend of study, recreation, and community living nurtures confidence, independence, and resilience; qualities that will serve them well long into the future. We are proud to offer a boarding experience that not only supports academic excellence but also encourages personal growth and character development. Boarding at New Hall is about becoming the very best version of yourself – and enjoying the journey along the way. Mr Samuel Carroll Director of Boarding & Admissions
Weekends Full of Adventure w Fri 9 Jan
Silent Disco
w Thurs 12 Feb Half Term Begins
Sat 10 Jan
House Chill & Connect
Sun 22 Feb
Sun 11 Jan
Escape Room, Colchester (Hawley & Petre)
Weds 25 Feb Dennett and Campion Black Tie Event
Sat 17 Jan
Sun 18 Jan
Afternoon Tea Experience – Mrs Sainsbury’s, Maldon (Sixth Form & Year 11) Boarders’ Italian Pizza Experience Padel (Sixth Form)
Boarders Return
Sat 28 Feb
Glow in the Dark Badminton
Sun 1 Mar
AirHop (Hawley & Petre)
Sat 7 Mar
Battersea Power Station Observation Deck Lift 109 and London Shopping (Sixth Form & Year 11)
Sun 8 Mar
Tubing at Brentwood Ski Centre (Hawley & Petre) Arcade Game Hire (Petre) Ceramics for Mother’s Day (Hawley)
Sat 24 Jan
Boarders’ Spanish Carnival
Sun 25 Jan
Movie Magic
Sat 31 Jan
Rage Room – Urban Extreme, Colchester (Sixth Form)
Sat 14 Mar
Sun 1 Feb
Westfield Shopping with Minigolf and Bowling (Hawley & Petre)
Sun 15 Mar Boarders in Cambridge
Wine & Cheese (Sixth Form) Sat 7 Feb
The Call of the Wild (Hawley & Petre Prep & Year 7)
Sun 8 Feb
Petre’s London Trip Hawley’s London Trip & Bubble Planet Experience
Tues 10 Feb Valentines Formal Dinner (Hawley & Petre)
• Priority is given to Full Boarders for the trips (no charge) • Flexi Boarders are able to book in for the weekend (Saturday or Sunday night) and participate on trips (no charge) • Please contact your child’s Head of Boarding for further information Morning activity
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Testimonials
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My experience at New Hall has been really enjoyable and educational. The Boarding House helped me with all of my worries and needs throughout the year. There is a wide range of staff in Boarding who specialise in specific subjects and help me do my study and understand the work. The boarding staff are always up for a chat and it’s nice to think of them as more of a friend than a teacher. Full boarding from Year 7 has really helped me become more independent than most younger people. I have friends from all year groups and have a really close relationship with the older girls. Mayara | Full boarder from UAE
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Boarding has been an amazing experience for me. The boarding staff are so welcoming, and they have done a great job making Dennett House a second home for all of us. My favourite aspect about boarding will be the socials we have with Campion every Wednesday. It gives us an opportunity to not only bond with the girls in our House but also the boys from the other Sixth Form House. We’ve had different events like quizzes, basketball matches, the ‘Pancake Race’, formals. They have all been successful and very enjoyable. Chloe | Full boarder from Hong Kong
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As a new student at New Hall, I have felt very welcomed by both boarders and staff. Boarding provides an excellent balance between studying and a social life, with both academic support and social events taking place. The boarders are very welcoming, regardless of if you have boarded before or are a newcomer. The staff are open minded and caring, and you can always have a good laugh with them. You can truly experience and live New Hall’s ethos by being a boarder. There is a real sense of belonging and community within the House, the importance of which cannot be understated. Filip | Full boarder from North Macedonia
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