Boarding safety and overcoming homesickness
The boarding facilities at Mathews Phosa College are homely and comfortable. Boys and girls' hostels are separate and are manned by a matron and boarding master with the assistance of live-in educators.
When choosing a boarding school, safety has to be one of the main determining factors for any parent. That is why Mathews Phosa College is situated outside the busy bustle of the city where pupils not only feel safe, but can concentrate on their studies without the distractions that come with living in a major city.
What makes Mathews Phosa College a safe place to study?
- A tranquil countryside location with no heavy traffic
- Rigorous background check for all staff members
- The school provides guardianship for all pupils
- Very low crime rate in surrounding towns and cities
There is a team of residential assistants referred to as hostel masters who live on site. One of their jobs is to patrol the school premises frequently to check that pupils are behaving and to ensure anything unusual or suspicious is reported immediately.
Due to their location this is never a major concern, but having adult supervision on campus at all times ensures any potential risks or eventualities are covered. Parents can be assured that although their children are in boarding school, they are safe and supervised.
Having somebody onsite each day means that illness can be identified early and the necessary steps can be taken to keep pupils healthy.
How to deal with homesickness at boarding school?
Homesickness is common among many kids when they become boarders. Any parent who has sent their child to boarding school has likely experienced that dreaded phone call. Unfortunately, there are no quick cures for homesickness, a feeling all of us encounter at some point or another.
Going to boarding school is what people call planned separation. Reassure your child by explaining that those feelings of missing familiar surroundings and family are perfectly normal.
The following are ways you can help your kid overcome homesickness:
- Encourage them to make new friends
- Encourage your child to explore his/her surroundings
- Encourage them to make time for his/her new life at boarding school
- Encourage your kid to be the friend he/she wants to have
- Encourage your child to look for something to look forward to every day.
Mathews Phosa College looks forward to welcoming your child and to make their environment a learning-friendly environment and safe haven for your kid.
