Boarding Bursaries
Since the mid-1800s, The King’s School has been fortunate to receive generous philanthropic donations, enabling the establishment of our Scholarships and Bursaries program. These awards have been made possible by the ongoing support of our alumni, current and former parents, and the broader community.
Many of these awards are specifically for boys who wish to board at the School. Bursaries, particularly, are designed to assist with boarding costs and are dependent on an assessment of financial need.
To explore the Scholarships and Bursaries on offer at our School, please click the button below.
Applying for Scholarships and Bursaries
Applications have now closed for awards in 2026.
To stay updated and be notified for when our awards for entry into Years 7 to 10 in 2027 open please click the button below.
Should you have any enquiries, please contact enrol@kings.edu.au
Boarding at King's
Boarding is the heart of The King’s School. Our boarders enjoy an unparalleled opportunity to live and learn on campus, develop their independence and resilience and form lifelong friendships.
Boarding is very much a home away from home where the wonderfully supportive and highly qualified staff strive to make it a welcoming and safe space, and a rewarding learning adventure. Boys are encouraged to develop their individual talents and interests, taking full advantage of excellent facilities, inspiring surroundings and access to all the opportunities on offer.
During their time at King’s, boarders will participate in an extensive range of learning programs, leadership experiences, sporting fixtures and excursions, developing their integrity, compassion, and a true sense of humility and place.
Meet the Director of Boarding
Mr. James Peters
James is the Director of Boarding and serves the entire Boarding Community, leading a motivated and committed team of housemasters and boarding staff.
James first joined King’s in 2018 and was appointed Head of Biblical Studies in 2019 where he subsequently moved onsite with his wife Kate and three children, Roman, Adelaide and Wesley.
Having taught for 15 years in the independent education sector as an English teacher, Learning Support Coordinator and Year Coordinator, James was most recently the Chaplain and Head of Biblical Studies at Inaburra School. His undergraduate degrees majored in English Literature and Education (Macquarie) and he has since completed his Master of Divinity (Sydney Missionary & Bible College) where he and his family were residential students.
In 2021, James was appointed Housemaster of Macarthur Waddy Boarding House and is relishing the opportunity to pastorally care for approximately 80 boys and their families. In light of this appointment, James now serves as Co-Head of the Biblical Studies Department alongside Steven Hodgson.
James loves reading, rugby, playing music, surfing and spending quality time with his family.
Boarding Facilities
The King’s School offers enviable boarding facilities across its campuses, with a number of high quality, purpose-built houses offering every home comfort and the support of deeply experienced and committed boarding staff.
Wherever they may be in their boarding adventure, students have everything they need to make the most of their time and maximise their learning potential.
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Pastoral Care
Boarding Housemasters are assisted by a variety of experienced staff who help boys with pastoral care, health, academic support, social outings and supervision. All residential staff are trained in basic first aid and accredited against national standards.
Housemasters, resident members of staff and a House Matron are collectively responsible for monitoring the whereabouts of each boarder.
Caring and experienced staff
Insight:
Attached to each House are Mentors who meet regularly with boys and guide them in both academic and pastoral matters.
Boarding Houses
Five Houses are available at the Parramatta campus (Y7–12):
Medley House (Y3–6) is our Southern Highlands boarding house.
Boarders join Gowan Brae in Year 7, where they learn the ropes of boarding as a year group. From Year 8, boarders join their senior boarding house where they stay through their time at King’s.
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Transition
We take a nurturing approach to boarding with the establishment of strong friendships being an integral part of the King’s boarding experience.
Tudor House offers the first introduction to boarding and a wonderful opportunity for students to grow their boarding wings. Friendships formed at Tudor House assist boys in settling easily in the transition to Year 7 boarding.
Gowan Brae (Year 7) boarders discover a house dedicated to helping them build strong bonds in a supportive environment. Gowan Brae allows young students to connect as a year group and grow their boarding wings before moving to senior boarding houses in Year 8.
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A range of options
Our boarding options allow parents to choose what is most suitable for their son and each provides excellent opportunities to mix, immerse and get the most from school life.
We warmly welcome boys from the country and the city, from the local area and from overseas – boys from all walks of life and corners of the world happily call King’s their home.
Flexibility in boarding
Full boarding gives students a valuable opportunity to be completely immersed in the life of the School throughout the term. As a Boarder, boys can take advantage of the extensive academic, sporting and social opportunities on offer. They build deep connections with other boarders and the wider School community and develop a strong sense of mateship within their House.
Guided by a highly experienced team of Housemasters, Matrons and residential staff, boys take part in all that the School offers, from daily homework (“prep”) and academic study, to Saturday sport, social programs, extracurricular activities and excursions.
As immersed as boys will become in their surroundings and various groups, the Housemaster nonetheless ensures that each boy remains connected with his family.
Subject to availability, casual boarding provides flexibility for busy families.
An Overseas Boarding Liaison Staff member supports international students to settle quickly, forge friendships and become an integral part of School life.
Our Housemasters and boarding staff ensure our boys from overseas feel welcome, and are supported with opportunities to develop friendships within the School. Each boy will be supported with regular communication with their families back home.
Every student is welcomed as a valued member of The King’s School community, and is offered the same level of guidance, academic challenge, sporting opportunity and social interaction.
Tudor House offers full, weekly and casual (per night) boarding for girls and boys between Years 3 and 6.
The combined care of our Housemaster and Housemother provides a seamless transition between home and school for all our boarding students. All boarding activities are equal, which has been proven by the girls who are as fearless in their BMX bike riding as the boys alongside them.
Our no-screens policy encourages outdoor and creative play and has been very successful along with weekly letter writing from all boarders to their families.
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