Pembroke School

"It’s a great experience having the opportunity to be in Adelaide. And having a group of family, a group of mates, it’s an experience you wouldn’t get anywhere else."

"I’ve met so many people over the years, and it’s basically our home away from home, and we’re all like siblings here. Boarding means a lot to me. I started in Year 7, so it’s been a long ride, and coming from a really small town to a big city, it was a big change, but it was for the good."

"The day I arrived, I had no idea what to expect. I knew nothing about boarding houses and how they operated, or how I would carry out my normal routine. It was amazing to me how each staff member was so dedicated to the care of all students. As well, as a community of boarders, we all constantly stepped up to help someone in need, even for the little things like a spare toothbrush or the maths homework you forgot to do."

"Any weekend activity, small sporting competition or other inclusive boarding event should be used to familiarise yourself with our distinct Boarding culture and the other boarders. It has surprised me how much in common I have with students from other corners of the world."