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WHAT TO EXPECT IN

Safe Accommodation Students cultivate a positive attitude in a conducive
A BOARDING SCHOOL Parents who are concerned about their children’s learning arena by prioritising areas that matter. This

safety do not need to worry because the security and in turn gradually motivates them to achieve decent
grades in academic subjects and improvements
Dion Ooi, Director comfort of students are our top-most priorities. The in behaviour and attitude. Boarding does not
school is safe and closely monitored with guards and
of Marketing, CCTV monitoring at all times. Parents should be at only promote quality education. Students also
get to discover more about themselves through
Boarding and ease knowing their child is safe in a boarding school. participation in extracurricular activities such as the
Boarders are monitored and guided throughout
Operations (MBO) their day- to-day activities. Depending on the school, Duke of Edinburgh programme which highlights the
best qualities and hidden talents of students as well
of Westlake boarders are provided double and single bedrooms as giving them life-enriching memories. Students are
with attached bathrooms and air-conditioning
International in every unit. This is where they socialise, form also encouraged to acquire multiple soft skills such
School, shares his friendships, study or simply read peacefully. as leadership, decision-making, social networking
and team-building to prepare them to step into the
thoughts on what Constant Care and Support college lifestyle.
to expect in a Parents may wonder whether their children’s needs How Does Boarding Prepare Students
are being attended to, especially during difficult
boarding house. times. There should be no cause for concern. for Life after School?
The management and staff of the school are very Students must expect a highly diverse life once
attentive to the physical and emotional welfare of they leave school as they will be surrounded by
oarding Schools, in general, are purposed to terms of food intake, hours of sleep and screen time boarders at all times, whether it has to do with the people from different backgrounds, in terms of
train students, aged 12 to 18 years old, to be to ensure they are in good shape and have sufficient provision of food, organising bonding sessions and the languages spoken and their cultural outlook.
Bindependent by instilling in them the ideals energy for other vital tasks. movie nights and just providing opportunities for Fortunately, most boarding schools prepare students
and principles needed for caring for themselves friendly interactions. Boarding provides pastoral care for university life. Students will have learnt to think
and others. Boarders get to dive into a pool of Why Boarding is Best for Your Child? to enhance the intellectual and emotional well-being and act for themselves without biased assumptions
opportunities which enable them to attain emotional Every parent’s huge desire is to witness their children of the students. in most situations. They will also be able to hold their
intelligence, savour independence and uphold blossom into people with the best attributes and own whilst adapting to different viewpoints others
integrity alongside their fellow mates. academic profile in life, and enrolling them in a Boarding instils a family atmosphere. For example, bring to the table during interactions.
boarding school is a small price to pay to achieve boarders are able to share their feelings and
Day to Day Boarding that. Although parents have to sacrifice witnessing memories during meals and leisure pursuits. Boarding helps students cultivate discipline. This
Boarders rise early to plan and prepare for their day their children grow every day, boarding happens Students engage in the performing arts, vocal enables them to manage their time better while
ahead. They tidy their rooms and walk to school for to be the persistent and favoured choice among training, playing musical instruments, and other leading a balanced lifestyle. The boarding experience
breakfast at the school cafeteria. Boarding facilities them. Boarding is an ideal choice for busy parents, activities that sharpen life skills needed for future fosters independence and helps the students to
allow students to have enough time for themselves juggling between career and home life. Boarding prospects. The house parents are empathetic, and stand out among others when applying for admission
to be prepared for school. After school, they go offers a balanced programme that aims to nurture focused on ensuring that boarders are comfortable, in universities. They will have no problem adapting
back to their respective boarding houses for a rest students especially in a multicultural environment. excel academically, and are socially engaged. to dorm lifestyle at university. Boarding also ensures
before their evening sports. However, this varies students have the skills to manage their basic
when parents make special arrangements for private Boarding Fosters Independence What Do Students Gain from the finances, food, needs, as well as to mingle with
tutoring or music lessons after school. After their Boarding is especially known for fostering Boarding Experience? unique people who come from different places.
evening sports and dinner, they head back to the independence within students from a very young One of the crucial benefits gained by students from
boarding house for their preparatory time. age as it is undeniable that one’s character is built boarding is that they learn how to improve in terms In short, students breathe in the essence of self-
through facing and overcoming challenges. That of attitude, time management, and productivity. reliance throughout their boarding experience.
The boarders spend some time together with their may sound difficult at first, but it is worth learning Students gain the multi-tasking ability where they They say confidence is the key to success and the
housemates at the main chill-out area on completing how to deal with hardship as the individual will perform domestic chores and finish up school boarding school experience equips the students with
homework or revision. On weekdays, students have reap the benefits in the long run. When boarders assignments single-handedly. In doing so, they the confidence and skills needed for university and
the liberty to unwind or make calls after completing are away from their comfort space, they will have start believing in their own capabilities and efforts for life.
their preparatory work but are expected to have their to make their own choices, be it right or wrong, on and work towards becoming the best version of
lights off by 10:30pm. A great aspect of Westlake a daily basis. This experience inevitably fosters a themselves, in every respect. For more information, please visit
International School (WIS) Boarding is that the House culture of responsibility, maturity and competence www.westlakeschool.edu.my
Parents and certified on-campus nurse will keep an and facilitates the transition towards a life beyond
eye on the health and wellness of the boarders, in education.

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