Pastoral Care

Family life is at the core of the school. Six members of the Stafford-Northcote family are actively involved in every aspect of school life. As such there is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere throughout the school, where each child is treated and encouraged to treat others, with care and respect.

The school is firm in its belief that its role is to share with parents in the spiritual, moral and intellectual development of the pupils. To this end regular communication - both social and academic - with parents is a fundamental aspect of school life.

The teaching staff work closely with parents to ensure the happiness and educational progress of each child. The school was founded on strong Christian principles, where each child is treated with respect. Bullying, of any kind, is not tolerated.

A Happy School

The School is fortunate to have its own chapel, where the whole school gathers each week for Mass on Monday morning and a whole school assembly each Friday. This encourages each child to participate in the social and religious life of the school, uniting us all in our shared goals for the success and happiness of the school. This community is carried forward into all our undertakings be it the school play or lunch times, our staff pay close attention to the happiness and well being of all the children in their care. Close bonds between staff and families are common as we work in partnership to ensure the happiness and security of each child.

Boarding

Saint Bede’s prides itself on the caring and supportive atmosphere that is evident throughout the school. This is nowhere more apparent than in the boarding department, where the children feel happy, secure and relaxed. In the evening there is always a buzz of activity in a warm, homely atmosphere.

The weekends are busy, with the resident staff and members of the Stafford Northcote family involved in the care of the children. Regular trips, excursions and adventure weekends are organised to suit all ages.

Boarding at Saint Bede’s teaches the children independence and equips them with social skills that will be invaluable to them as they embark on the next stage of their lives.

Our flexible boarding policy has been designed to suit the needs of busy parents, this allows day children to board at any time with limited notice. This facility has proved so popular that there are regular groups of children who board for fun rather than necessity.