General Information
The Royal School Dungannon offers Boarders the option of 5 and 7 day boarding, catering for both local pupils and those from overseas. Applications are direct to the School and can be made using the form found on the "Application" section of this Microsite (by selecting the tab above). Information on fees can also be found here.
Achievements
The Royal School Dungannon has once again been accredited as a UK Top 100 Co-educational Boarding School by Education Advisers Ltd and listed in their league tables published on the best schools website Click here to see the full list. |
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Accommodation
Pupils are accommodated in small dormitories for two or four people. The Boarding House has a very vibrant atmosphere with a clear ethos of making all Boarders feel relaxed and at ease in a homely environment. Accommodation has been improved in recent years with new kitchen, shower and toilet facilities and a complete refurbishment of boarders’ rooms and furniture.
Both the Girls’ and Boys’ wings have a comfortable recreation area where pupils can relax and watch television, as well as a kitchen where pupils can prepare hot and cold drinks and light meals. They can also enjoy snacks such as toast or sandwiches in the evenings and at weekends. Boarding has its own high speed wireless network which is fully regulated and controlled. Boarders can access the network from their personal laptops for schoolwork and also use it to access multimedia services, including foreign television, and to keep in touch with home using Skype.
Washing facilities consist of a communal washroom with washbasins and individual shower cubicles. Housekeeping staff maintain a high standard of tidiness and cleanliness on a daily basis. A full laundry service ensures that Boarders are always ready for school.
Staffing
The Boarding staff consists of the Head of Boarding, a team of teachers with boarding responsibilities, a team of matrons (covering day and night duties) and a team of tutors from our partner school in New Zealand, the Dilworth School. They are supported by several housekeeping staff and collectively they take great pride in the high standard of pastoral care provided for boarders. Medical and dental facilities are close by and matrons ensure that any dental or health issues are dealt with promptly and efficiently.
Food
Three meals are provided each day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. The three meals are taken in the dining hall with an informal atmosphere between Boarders and Staff being an important feature at mealtimes. Additionally, boarders may prepare their own light meals in the evening or at weekends. The Boarders’ Christmas dinner and Chinese New Year dinner are special events in the calendar where boarders, staff and governors come together in celebration.
Leisure
Weekends are a busy time for the pupils, who may be involved in various sports fixtures, or who may use their time to pursue a favourite hobby, perhaps through a school club. Often, the school organises day trips to places of local interest, allowing pupils to experience activities and events outside the daily school environment.
Support
Additional English language lessons are provided for those overseas Boarders who require additional support. Lessons are organised according to an individual pupil’s needs and overseen by a fully qualified Teacher each week. There is also a Boarders’ committee, consisting of boarders and boarding staff, which meets regularly to discuss issues and suggest improvements. The Bursar’s office supports boarders with passport and visa issues and money matters such as opening a bank account.
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