Life in The Warren: Autumn Adventures and Boarding Spirit

What an eventful couple of weeks in The Warren!  The nights are drawing in (and yes, that is a macramé Christmas Tree that Matron Sara is working away on!) and this morning, following a touch of frost, it was cheering to feel the radiators burst into life at wake-up.  The boarders are busy with matches, […]

A Warm Welcome to the New Warren

The new academic year began with great energy and enthusiasm as our first boarders arrived at the newly refurbished Warren House. Our international pupils were the first to settle in, greeted by a group of seasoned Packwoodian boarders who were on hand to help carry bags, give tours, and share their excitement about the wonderful […]

Boarding Life in Full Bloom: Summer at Packwood

Not long ago we were excitedly welcoming everyone back with the BBQ for boarders and families on the Tuesday following Easter.  What a buzz there was around the place: no time for any post Easter chocolate-induced lethargy when you are part of the Packwood Boarding Community.  For the Summer term at Packwood is widely (maybe […]

Parkie Boarding Round-up

This term has seen the days lengthening and getting up in the morning has become easier.  The girls are met by a host of golden daffodils in the tubs at the front of the house as they gambol (lamb-like) back to the house in the evenings. As ever we have shared life with each other, […]

News from the Warren

It is hard to believe that the Spring Term is nearly ticked off. The dark, muddy, wet days of January seem a rather distant memory, the final Rugby matches have been completed with the recent Prestfelde block fixture and soon cricket bags will be cluttering up pavilions and changing rooms as we make way for […]

Burns Night Celebration

Packwood’s boarding community recently came together to celebrate their cherished Burns Night tradition, marking the occasion with an evening of Scottish culture, music, and dance. The festivities began with a stirring performance by Logan, our talented guest piper from Shrewsbury School, whose expertly played music set the perfect tone for the night. This was followed […]

Boarding in the Warren – Games, Traditions and Adventure

As the new term began, we were delighted to welcome back our boarders to the warmth of The Warren. Despite the frosty temperatures and sub-zero mornings, the return of our pupils reignited the spirit of camaraderie and adventure that defines our boarding community. Fortunately, these crisp starts have given way to breathtaking sunrises, and The […]

Boarding Life – Festive Cheer at Park House

The girls of Park House have fully embraced the season, filling the house with festive spirit. Their beautifully decorated dormitories reflect their creativity, while the playful antics of the Elves on the Shelf have brought daily delight and laughter. The arrival of the first snow added an extra layer of excitement, prompting the quickest wake-up […]

Boarding Life – Memorable Moments in the Warren

Once again it has been another exceptionally busy term in The Warren. The second half has hurtled by! The boys have navigated themselves through the challenges of play rehearsals, exams, and sporting tournaments far and wide. Everyone has responded brilliantly and most importantly cheered each other on in that indomitable Packwood way. We would particularly […]

Adventures in The Warren

As we hurtle towards half term it has been another busy few weeks in the Warren . ‘The Warren…what’s that?’ I hear you say… well, it’s the new name for The Boys’ Boarding House and we are all rapidly getting used to it. We continue to very much appreciate our senior boarders and the excellent […]