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 […]
Life in Park House
With the term now in full swing, the girls have settled seamlessly into life in Park House, creating a very homely atmosphere. They are getting along wonderfully, helped by regular evening treats like milk and biscuits, and the occasional hot chocolate. They’ve enjoyed plenty of gatherings, such as Saturday Tapas night and cosy movie evenings, […]
Park House Brims with House Spirit
What a start we have had to the year in Park House. There are a few new faces, but already it feels like we are all “part of the furniture”. Miss Harrower is the Resident Graduate who is wonderfully cheery, Mrs. Caithness (Mrs. C) and I are loving being in the thick of it once […]
