At St John’s we are very fortunate in having a large number of adults to whom children and their families may turn if they feel something needs to be sorted out or if they have any suggestions.  In the Boarding House, children’s views are sought and respected with regard to any matters relating to their lives within the school, both informally through the day to day contact with individual staff or when notices are given out at mealtimes and more formally through discussion forums which are chaired by a member of the resident house staff.

There may be times when a boarder feels unhappy about being away from home or about something which has happened to her or him.  If this arises then the most important thing to stress is that they should seek out an adult with whom they feel they can discuss it.  The Housemaster is always available to talk to children and their families if there are any concerns about general routines or about managing life as a boarder, most of which can be quickly resolved.  The concerns may be of a more serious nature and of course, in such cases, the Head may be consulted.  

Is someone making you feel unhappy? 

Do you need to talk to an adult?

Do you want to complain about something?

If you are unhappy about any issue, or the way you are treated at school by another child or an adult, then you should speak to a grownup who you feel you can trust.  

You might choose to speak to:

• Your Parents
• The Housemaster
• The Deputy Housemasters
• The House Tutor
• Your Tutor or Form Teacher
• The Headmaster
• The Deputy Head
• The School Doctor
• The Medical Sister
• Anyone in your safety circle

If the matter is embarrassing for you, or you would prefer to talk with someone outside the school you could contact: