At The Purcell School, we proudly welcome day students who make up approximately one quarter of our vibrant student body. Our day students are fully integrated into the life of the school and take full advantage of the extensive opportunities available to all students. From rigorous academic programs to a rich array of extracurricular activities, day students enjoy the same enriching experiences as our boarders.
Our day students often stay into the evening, participating enthusiastically in musical performances, sports, clubs and other events that make life at Purcell so dynamic and fulfilling. This allows them to forge strong friendships and immerse themselves in the school’s unique community atmosphere.
We encourage prospective day students to live within an hour’s drive of the school to ensure they can easily participate in the full breadth of activities on offer. This proximity allows day students to enjoy a balanced lifestyle, benefitting from both the school’s nurturing environment and the comforts of home.
Sample Day Student Routine
8 – 8.40am Arrive at School and register in assigned Houses
1.10 – 1.20pm All students register in their respective Houses
4pm Avison Year 7-8 Students sign out in House and are be collected by 4pm
5pm Year 9 Students sign out in House and are collected by 5pm (unless they are attending a staff supervised activity and have arranged to stay later)
6pm All Year 10-13 students sign out in House and leave by 6pm (unless they are attending a staff supervised activity and have arranged to stay later)
*NB. Requests for supper need to be made by morning registration, of the day in question. Students may only stay if attending a staff supervised activity.
