SGA STAYS Boarding, redefined for modern family life
Welcome to SGA Stays – Boarding Activities Boarding at St George’s is at the heart of school life; a warm, home-from-home community. Through SGA Stays, our tailored boarding offer, pupils enjoy a balanced weekly routine of calm study time, creative evenings, wellbeing activities and exciting weekend adventures.
of our many weekend outings, there is always something to look forward to. These shared experiences help pupils make lasting friendships, explore their interests and enjoy a joyful, structured routine that feels both secure and full of possibility.
Life in boarding is about connection and opportunity. Whether taking part in craft nights, wellbeing sessions, games evenings or joining one
Most activities are included, with any additional costs clearly communicated in advance, where applicable.
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Your week, your way The perfect balance of structure, fun and freedom Our SGA Stays programme offers every pupil the chance to experience this rich, balanced lifestyle, whether they join us for a single evening or call St George’s their home throughout the week.
our impressive indoor pool to creative workshops, wellbeing sessions, games evenings and weekend trips, pupils enjoy an active, balanced lifestyle that complements their academic focus.
SGA Stays is built around choice. Families can select what suits them best: the simplicity of Breakfast Club to ease busy mornings, a Stay for Supper after activities, a cosy overnight SGA Stayover, or the consistency and independence of Weekly or Full Stays. Whatever the rhythm of your family life, there is an option designed to support it.
For day families, SGA Stays offers flexibility and breathing space. Removing the stress of travel, supporting busy working patterns and helping pupils manage rehearsals, matches, events or exam preparation. Many pupils choose to add occasional Stayovers during assessment periods, valuing the calm environment for revision and the reassurance of being ready for the day ahead.
For our Weekly and Full Stay families, boarding provides a warm, nurturing home where pupils thrive in a community that knows them well. Evenings have structure and purpose with prep support, shared meals, social time and access to a broad range of activities. From swimming in
Whether staying for a night, a week or a full term, SGA Stays ensures every Georgian can enjoy a lifestyle that enhances wellbeing, strengthens academic success and enriches every pupil’s journey through St George’s.
Your SGA Stay Options Each option comes with the reassurance of excellent care, a close-knit community and the ease of a truly seamless school experience. Breakfast Club Start the day calmly. Pupils arrive from 7.30am to enjoy a choice of a hot and continental buffet breakfast.
Weekender Stay Our popular Friday and Saturday night stay helps pupils start the week rested and organised. A great introduction to longer stays and perfect before busy school weeks, fixtures or assessments.
Stay for Supper Pupils in all years finish Prep at 6.20pm and enjoy supper with friends until heading home at 6.45pm
Weekly Stay A consistent Monday-Friday routine for families who want the benefits of boarding with weekends at home. Weekly and full boarders enjoy structure, independence, and our evening and weekend activity programme.
SGA Stayover A cosy overnight stay, inclusive of supper, activities and breakfast. Perfect for evenings when families have commitments, when pupils finish late, or have early starts and sports fixtures.
Full Stay Full boarders experience the vibrancy of SGA life with weekday routines, weekend trips, study support, shared meals, social events and a strong sense of belonging within their house family. All pricing is available on our fees page
experienced boarding team are well trained and maintain “aThe close-knit family, home-from-home boarding community. ” ISI Inspection Report – September 2025
Weekends in Boarding Active Saturdays, restorative Sundays. Adventures in between Weekends offer the perfect blend of activity, exploration and downtime. Saturday mornings typically include sports fixtures for those taking part, with supervised study or free-choice activities for others.
Sundays are calmer and designed for rest and reset. Pupils can join an optional fitness session, enjoy a relaxed brunch, take part in afternoon activities, and round off the day with an optional Fun Swim session.
Each weekend features an outing or experience; from ice-skating and theatre trips to chocolatemaking workshops, Windsor walks, golf tasters and more.
The weekend finishes with quiet time to get organised for the week ahead, the ideal balance of fun, friendship and wellbeing.
Senior Boarding Activities Our Senior Boarders (Years 11 – Sixth Form) can take part in additional focus sessions throughout the term. An extended programme designed with older pupils in mind, offering more independence, maturity and choice, while still connecting them to the rest of the boarding community. Alongside the full weekly schedule, seniors have additional evening sessions and some occasional weekend outings tailored to their interests, from wellbeing workshops and life-skills sessions to cultural trips and social events. This uplifted programme gives senior pupils the space to grow in confidence, lead activities and develop real-world skills. 6
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Boarders relax and participate in a range of social activities and feel at home in the welcoming environment. ISI Inspection Report – September 2025
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