How Boarding at WAS Hangzhou Shapes Outstanding Students
The British boarding system has exerted a profound influence throughout the history of educational development. Having endured for centuries, it remains one of the most highly regarded educational models globally. As its influence continues to expand, the question “Why is British boarding education so highly recognised?” has become a pertinent inquiry for many Chinese parents.
British Boarding Elevating PupilsTowards a Brilliant Future
Becoming A Better Person
Dr Simon Probert, Executive Headmaster of WAS Hangzhou, is an alumnus of Abingdon School – a prestigious British boarding school. In his view, British boarding education gains its strength from a deep understanding of how young people grow and develop——not only cultivating a better learner, but also a well-rounded individual, equipping pupils with life skills beyond the classroom. Ultimately, this guides them to become pioneers, innovators and leaders.
Meeting Better People
Looking back on his school days, Dr Probert believes that, apart from fostering qualities like independence, self-discipline, and resilience, Abingdon School also gave him a high-calibre social circle. Under the influence of boarding education, he met a group of like-minded, mutually inspiring elite companions, which has become an invaluable spiritual asset for his future development.
Within the boarding houses of WAS Hangzhou, Dr Probert has seen a familiar sincerity and vitality. As an educator deeply inspired by British boarding education and holistic principles, he firmly believes that the boarding houses here are not merely warm and comfortable “second homes.” They are dynamic platforms for growth, brimming with countless opportunities and challenges, where pupils are continually encouraged to explore the unknown, push their boundaries, and enthusiastically embrace new experiences. Here, the century-old essence of boarding education, inherited from our sister school Wycombe Abbey UK, will truly empower pupils to move towards a brilliant future.
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Flexible Boarding Options
Currently, 80% of pupils at WAS Hangzhou choose to board. To meet the diverse needs of families, we offer a variety of options, including full boarding. We are also one of the few international schools that support boarding for pupils as young as six years old.
