Starting boarding school can be a daunting experience, but Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) ensures that Year 7 boarders are well-supported, giving them the best possible start to boarding life
Churchie’s immersive seven-day boarding experience promotes a strong sense of community, helping boys form lifelong friendships. The school’s spacious 22-hectare campus houses all sporting, academic and residential facilities side by side, providing boys with easy access to the wealth of cocurricular programs available at Churchie. The proximity of Churchie to Brisbane’s CBD further enriches the boarding experience, offering ample opportunities for weekend leisure and recreational activities.
Located in the heart of the campus, the boarding precinct features a purposefully designed and freshly refurbished Year 7 centre. Designed to be warm and welcoming, this dedicated space balances privacy with communal areas for socialising and studying, helping boys settle into boarding life with their peers.
Individual bedrooms provide boys with a comfortable space for sleep and study, and contemporary bathroom facilities have been designed with privacy in mind.
The centre includes modern kitchen facilities that enable boys to prepare snacks, enjoy some weekend cooking or celebrate special occasions such as birthdays. Accommodation for residential staff has also been included, ensuring boarders receive dedicated day-to-day care and support within a well-supervised and safe environment.
Troy and Bobby Looms, Churchie’s Residential Master and House Parent, support the boys in their new residence. Their commitment to nurturing each boy’s academic and personal growth, and constant reinforcement of respect, honesty and kindness, has noticeably influenced the boys’ positive behaviours and attitudes.
Churchie’s Director of Boarding Mike Symons notes, “The Looms’s approachable style and commitment to the boys’ wellbeing has created a welcoming and supportive environment where each student feels valued. This approach has helped support the exemplary conduct and mutual respect we witness daily.”
An additional source of support comes from Year 12 ‘brothers’, who regularly visit the Year 7 centre to offer guidance and answer questions about boarding and school life. This peer mentorship, combined with caring staff and thoughtfully designed facilities, ensures new boarders feel a strong sense of belonging and are well-equipped to thrive from day one.
Churchie offers financial assistance through boarding bursaries to students from rural and regional Australia. These bursaries support families who may not otherwise be able to afford the opportunity, while strengthening and enriching the boarding community. Sibling discounts are also available on boarding fees.
To learn more about Churchie’s boarding program and how it can benefit your son, visit churchie.com.au/boarding
Or contact the admissions team at 07 3896 2200 or admissions@churchie.com.au.