The Boarding Community

Chapel

All Boarders attend a weekly Chapel Service, on a Monday evening, where they are encouraged and challenged to think about the spiritual dimension of their lives, whatever their personal faith. To worship together as a community also enhances the connections we foster at St Cuthbert’s. Boarders enjoy sharing together and supporting each other through times of celebration and need. Leave will not be granted on Monday evenings as this is a special time when the Boarders come together as a community. Students also gain confidence leading the community in readings and prayers, and each House prepares worship for the boarding community once a year. A Family Chapel Service is held for Boarders and families at the beginning of each year. Families are encouraged to join with the students in worship and the Boarders’ dinner afterwards. Confirmation classes or preparation for baptism classes are offered for Boarders. Please contact the Chaplain for further information.

International Boarders

International and offshore Boarders are invited to attend an induction day, prior to the commencement of the school year. This provides International Boarders and their parents/designated caregivers with an opportunity to meet school and Boarding House staff, and to have a weekend with their families to adjust to being in a different country.

A social afternoon is planned on the International induction day, with an outing around the Auckland city area, to assist students to familiarise themselves with the local area. Other events are held throughout the year to assist International Boarders to integrate. These include international lunches and themed dinners hosted by the International Student Co-ordinator and boarding staff.