Make the most of school life with full-time,
weekly or flexi boarding.
Home from Home
Queen Mary’s is a much loved home for girls who wish to board. Girls are cared for by our exceptional team of staff who support and guide them. Boarding offers your daughter a world of opportunities and benefits. She gains the time and space to explore new activities, develop strong social and emotional skills, and form friendships that last a lifetime. Boarding at Queen Mary’s is flexible, designed to enhance family life—providing a balanced environment where girls thrive academically, socially, and personally.
The Weekend Programme
Our Weekend Programme ensures girls make the most of their free time and their fabulous Yorkshire location with visits to regional landmarks and in-house activities. With a vibrant mix of socials, outings, creative activities, and cultural experiences, boarding weekends are opportunities to explore new passions, develop skills, and have great fun with friends. All girls are encouraged to try activities they’ve never tried before, and broaden their cultural and social horizons. For our equestrian enthusiasts, the stables offer the perfect place for both leisure and training, enabling girls to pursue their love of riding right on our school parkland.
Discover more about weekends at Queen Mary’s
Flexible Boarding
We offer flexible boarding options. With our flexible boarding you can choose which nights of the week best support your family life.
We also provide full and weekly boarding options. Full boarding is for girls who wish to stay at school seven nights a week during term time, excluding exeats. Weekly boarding suits those who wish to stay up to five nights per week (Sunday to Friday). All weekly boarders having the flexibility to either stay on Sunday evening or return to school on Monday morning for registration.
We are always happy to discuss and tailor these options to ensure the boarding arrangements work for everyone.
Bedrooms
Originally built as a family home, our beautiful house is full of character and offers a warm, welcoming environment for the girls. Bedrooms are shared by 3 to 5 girls, fostering a strong sense of community and friendship. Most rooms overlook the stunning parkland, and each girl has her own personal space for belongings. Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Bedrooms provide a calm and comfortable space to relax, talk with friends, and stay in touch with family. Each girl has her own bed, drawers, and wardrobe, and is encouraged to personalise her area—making it a true home-from-home with photos, posters, and treasured keepsakes.
Homely Living Spaces
Our boarders live in the heart of Queen Mary’s School. As a magnificent 300 year old building, originally built as a family home, our dorms are light, airy and welcoming with period features alongside modern bathrooms. Most have superb views across the 40 acres of gardens and grounds. Our younger and older girls board in separate areas of the school and also enjoy their own common rooms where they can spend time together, whether that is hanging out with friends, reading, playing games, or simply relaxing. In this way, we can best provide age-appropriate support and care.
Emily's Story
Emily, Year 7, is a full boarder at Queen Mary’s.
“I feel very privileged to have a second family at my school. Everybody is kind and caring and I love school because the atmosphere is welcoming and homely. I enjoy activities every day after school in boarding as there is a variety of options. I especially like swimming in the River Swale. I board here because I am from a military family. I sometimes miss my family but the boarding staff are fantastic at supporting me through those hard times.”
Exceptional Pastoral Care
Exceptional pastoral care is at the heart of our boarding experience. Our Head of Boarding has years of first hand experience of all-girls boarding and together with our dedicated team fosters a vibrant community built on respect, trust, and understanding.
We’re committed to ensuring every girl feels supported, whether it’s through listening, guidance, or simply being there when needed. Our staff are always available, and regular pastoral touchpoints during meal times ensure that every pupil’s well-being is prioritised.
Making the Most of School
From day one, our girls become part of the welcoming and close-knit dormitories that define the Queen Mary’s experience. They learn the value of supporting one another and play an active role in the life of their Houses, quickly developing leadership skills, responsibility, and empathy for others.
We place great importance on fostering independence and accountability. Our boarding ethos empowers girls, building the confidence and skills they need to thrive. By the time girls leave Queen Mary’s, they are ready to take on the world, equipped with the strength and assurance to pursue any path they choose.
Connection With Family
We know that staying connected with family is important. Our boarders have time each evening to make calls and write emails to family members. Many parents enjoy coming into school for concerts, fixtures and events. Our Queen Mary’s Friends, a group of parents, host events across the year and we have Parent Representatives in each year group. Boarders can be invited to a friend’s home for a weekend or an exeat (consent can be gained from the Boarding Team).
The Boarders idea of a Self Care Sunday - Beach Walks and Ice Cream! 🍦
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