Boarding at Chets
Everyone who visits Chets comments on the warm and friendly
atmosphere and the real sense of community within the School.
This undoubtedly grows from the fact that Chetham’s is ‘home’ as well as ‘School’ to two thirds of our students.

Your house, your home
If you’re a boarder you’ll live in one of the Houses which is your home during term time. There are three boarding houses – Victoria House is mixed and accommodates 8 – 12 year olds;
Girls’ House accommodates all girls, aged 12 – 18,
and Boys’ House accommodates all boys, aged 12 – 18.

House Parents
Every student has a House Parent who is responsible for your welfare and happiness whilst you’re at School and plays the role your parent would play if you were at home. They look after you
during term time and are always available to sort out any problems or just for a chat. The House Parent is also your own parents’ first point of contact for any issue and we encourage regular contact. Parents and friends are always welcome to visit - and we’re very pleased to greet them!

At the weekend
Saturday mornings are dedicated to music - orchestral rehearsals, ensemble work or practice. Saturday afternoons and Sundays are free and younger students can enjoy a great range of activities from cookery classes to treasure hunts, whilst older students usually prefer to manage their own time with friends. On Sundays there are also opportunities for students to attend a place
of worship of their own choice in Manchester. The School closes completely every third weekend and students return home to parents or guardians from Friday afternoon to Sunday evening.

Exploring the city centre
Students enjoy the culture on Chets doorstep and the opportunities the city offers on a daily basis. In Manchester, there is excellent shopping and numerous art galleries, cinemas, theatres and concert venues to experience. Younger students are taken out shopping by their older peers and go on trips to places of interest every weekend.

Living at Chets is a happy, busy and enjoyable experience. The overriding expectation is that you treat everyone else as you would expect to be treated yourself. We are a School which attracts students from across the UK and the world, and our students develop a natural awareness and tolerance of different views, beliefs and cultures.