St Edward's Parent Handbook August 2026

Exceptional boarding for day pupils It is possible for day pupils sometimes to stay overnight in their Houses. If such stays are for special events or to facilitate late rehearsals, there is no charge. In addition, day pupils may stay overnight in their Houses for up to two nights per term at their request, with their parents’ and their HM’s permission, with no charge. For overnight stays beyond the maximum of two, a charge of £50 per night is added to the bill. The total number of nights on which a day pupil may stay in House under this charged for system is limited to five per term. Overnight stays beyond the maximum are only permitted with the expressed permission of the Sub-Warden, and charges will apply as indicated.

Sundays Pupils who remain in School on Sunday enjoy a relaxed brunch in the morning. Pupils may take advantage of the amenities in Summertown, on our doorstep, or after 1pm enjoy the city of Oxford with friends, a short bus ride or pleasant walk away. Shells are not initially allowed into Oxford and may go only after they have been there on organised trips with members of staff. Pupils must gain permission from HMs to go to Oxford or Summertown and come to call-overs during the day. Pupils returning on Sundays must go straight to their boarding House and sign in with the HM. Please note that the Sub-Warden’s Saturday night detention takes precedence over leave arrangements and runs from 7.00pm-9.00pm (half an hour later in the Summer Term). You will be notified by the Thursday evening in the event of your child being in detention that week. Occasionally, parents may want to take pupils out of school during the term time for exceptional circumstances. Extraordinary absence requests should be made to the Sub Warden, parents are kindly asked to give at least two weeks’ notice and longer if possible. The Sub-Warden’s Detention

Teddies Coaches Teddies Coaches bring pupils back to School on Sunday evenings from London, Beaconsfield, Maidenhead, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Winchester and Newbury every weekend. The London routes serve South Kensington, Shepherd’s Bush, Hanger Lane, Dulwich, Battersea, Putney, East Sheen and Kew Bridge. All routes run in reverse for Leave Weekends and Exeats (Half Terms).

For full details and how to book, see the Parent Page .