Welcome back to Destination Boarding, where we dive into the big conversations that matter to families, students, and boarding school communities. Whether you’re a parent—current or prospective—a boarder or ex-boarder, an expat looking to educate your child on home soil, or a boarding school staff member, there’s something here for you. Today, we’re sitting down…
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Big or Small? Finding the Right Boarding Fit with Nonie Ayling
In this episode, we chat with Nonie Ayling from Wenona, a girls’ school in Sydney. Nonie was of our panellists for last year’s Australian Boarding Schools Summit, where we explore the question: Big or Small… Does Size Really Matter in a Boarding House? Families often ask me whether the size of a boarding cohort makes a…
Catch Up with the Experts: Being the Boarding Parent Your Child Needs with Richard Stokes
Takeover Thursday… Destination Boarding with NEGS, Armidale
Building Resilience: A Journey Through Farming, Family, and Education with Kate Kennedy
In this episode, I sit down with Kate Kennedy, a mother, farmer, and dedicated community member from Trangie in central western NSW. Kate is the proud mum of four—Belle, an early childhood educator; Annie, a paediatric nurse; Charlie, who now helps manage the family’s farming operations; and Ned, currently in his final year at boarding…
Bridging the Gap: Academics, Country Kids & Opportunity with Phillip Heath
In this episode, I sit down with Phillip Heath, Head of Barker College, to discuss a key topic from this year’s Australian Boarding Schools Summit—Academics, Country Kids & the Art of Encouragement. We explore how parents and schools can best support boarders as they adjust to a new school environment, often facing a more challenging…
Catch Up with the Experts: How to Navigate the Transition with Dr. Lisa Fahey
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lisa Fahey, a psychologist specialising in trauma recovery and behavioral interventions for young people. As a mother of five former boarders, Dr. Lisa brings both professional expertise and personal experience to the table—making her insights invaluable for families navigating the boarding journey. This chat focuses on how parents can…
Takeover Thursday… Destination Boarding with Ascham School
We’re back for another year of sharing the great news and stories of our Aussie’ boarding schools. 2025 promises to deliver the goods when it comes to having access to information and the ability to explore your options, or even see what other schools are up to. Here at BSEA we have been working on…
Summer Series – Nailing Homesickness with Anna Clark & Will Ryrie
Each year we do a summer series for our incoming boarders called ‘Nailing Homesickness’ where I chat with current boarders from across Australia. We know that the schools, and friends will have sage advice for our kids before they head off – everyone really wanting to help alleviate the nerves of our new boarders. But truly, who…