Boarding scheme up for national honour

A pioneering boarding school initiative connecting children across the globe has seen Repton School shortlisted for a national award.

The Tes Schools Awards recognises the best teachers and educational establishments from across the UK, and Repton has reached the final few in the prestigious Best Boarding School category.

One of the key innovations that sets Repton apart is its short-term immersive boarding programme, launched in 2023.

This initiative welcomes pupils from Repton’s international family of schools to experience life at a UK school for half a term.

So far, children from Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Al Barsha, Xiamen, and Dubai have benefited from the opportunity to live and study at Repton, forging international friendships and gaining invaluable cultural experiences.

Headteacher Mark Semmence said: “We are incredibly proud to be shortlisted for such a prestigious award.

“Our immersive boarding programme is unique in its ability to unite pupils from Repton’s global network of schools, fostering international friendships and cultural exchange.”

The winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on 20 June.