At The King’s School, Tudor House students in Years 3 to 6 are nurtured academically and socially, ensuring a smooth and confident transition to high school.
For families considering boarding, starting in primary school can be a transformative experience. At The King’s School, Tudor House boys and girls from Years 3 to 6 begin their boarding journey where they are provided the tools to thrive academically, socially and emotionally, well before high school begins.
Set on 169 acres in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, The King’s School, Tudor House offers a nurturing and dynamic environment where students live, learn and play, embracing new adventures each day.
Boarders live in Medley House, a large manor house at the heart of the School, where they enjoy all the comforts of home while being supported by caring and professional boarding staff. It is in the cosy dormitory accommodation, where it feels like a sleepover every night, that lifelong friendships are forged.
Head of The King’s School, Tudor House, Mr Adam Larby says starting your child’s boarding adventure in your primary years helps lay a strong foundation for life.
“Boarding in primary school helps students become more independent and confident. There is always someone to play with or talk to. The academic benefits of boarding, such as homework support and access to teachers after hours, also sets students up for success in senior school,” says Mr Larby.
“Primary boarding encourages children to develop responsibility, independence and strong social skills in an environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth and endless opportunities.”
As an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) School, Tudor House challenges students to think independently and take responsibility for their learning. In collaboration with their teachers, students deepen their understanding while building confidence and self-motivation.
“While academics are essential, they are not sufficient for a remarkable education. Developing social and emotional skills, engaging in challenging experiences and having the freedom to explore are equally important. Many of our students may not have experienced full team sports or had access to music and other specialist programs. Here, they benefit from a thriving primary school where boarding is central to our approach. They can play with friends, do homework and enjoy the property together after school. These friendships are vital for their development and the connections formed at Tudor House often last a lifetime,” says Mr Larby.
At The King’s School, Tudor House, the pastoral care program ensures every boarder feels as though Tudor is an extension of their family. At the same time, maintaining strong connections with families at home remains essential. Students regularly keep in touch with their parents, sharing stories of their days through phone calls and handwritten letters.
“Learning is an adventure at Tudor House. We believe that through an educational approach geared towards adventure, challenge and risk-taking comes the opportunity to develop our students into leaders of the future,” says Mr Larby.
Boys at The King’s School, Tudor House have preferential enrolment for Year 7 at The King’s School, Senior School, arriving with established friendships and confidence in boarding life.
Find out more about the co-educational primary boarding adventure at Tudor House by attending one of the School’s regional Meet and Greet events, or by joining one of their boarding webinars.
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