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Pocklington School - Boarding
With nearly 140 pupils boarding at Pocklington and Lyndhurst on either a full time or weekly basis the boarding community is an important part of the life and ethos of the school. This section of the site provides information about the five different boarding houses on the school site and more general information about the facilities that are available for boarders at the schools.
The school is proud of its long tradition of international boarders from a number of continents. Time as a boarder at Pocklington is busy, vibrant and full of opportunity, although the house staff recognise the need for relaxation and private time. The boarders are secure and happy which reflects their confident and warm interaction.
Junior Boarding - A Family Away from Home
Pupils boarding from Lyndhurst or in the first two years at Pocklington will be in either St. John's House (boys) or Orchard House (girls). Both houses are run by very experienced staff at the school who understand well the trials and tribulations of leaving for the first time. Both houses also have full time resident assistants. Both houses generally have 12-20 pupils at any one time allowing a real 'family' atmosphere to develop.
Senior Boarding - Developing Independence
Pupils arriving from prep schools or moving onto the 3rd year (year 9) and beyond are in one of three houses: Fenwick-Smith House or Dolman House (boys) and Faircote House (girls). Senior boarders are encouraged and educated to take greater responsibility for both their school work and their personal time whilst still under the watchful eye of resident house staff who will ensure they do what is expected of them.