We feel strongly that all children have the right to feel safe, valued and cared-for; moreover that it’s an essential foundation for successful learning and the development of good character.

There is a tangible culture of kindness where all teachers model the Caldicott values of courage, compassion, humour, perseverance and integrity, and boys learn by example.

If any boy has concerns at any time, there are a number of channels open to them. The tutors are directly responsible for the pastoral and academic wellbeing of their tutees, and check in with them on at least a daily basis, but there is also a wider, informal safety net of matrons, housemasters, heads of year, houseparents and older peers.

If a chat with someone their own age feels right, boys can approach one of the ‘Caldicott Listeners’ – senior pupils who are trained by representatives from the mental health charity Charlie Waller. A weekly wellbeing survey monitored by the senior pastoral team also serves to nip in the bud any niggles or anxieties that might pop up.

Pupils are extremely socially aware and so are able to work together effectively with others... They do this by talking and communicating, learning through mistakes, persevering and developing resilience and being clear what the common goals are. This helps to sustain the excellent culture of respect and care that pervades the school.

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