Arrival at Sherborne

New boys arrive a day before the remainder of the School, so that they may settle into new surroundings and have a chance to get to know the Prefects and the others in their year group.

This year, term begins on Sunday 6 September 2026 for new boys. Boys and parents are invited to attend a Service of Welcome at 3.00pm. Boys should wear their suits to this service and might wish to change into them at their Boarding House.  

From 12.15pm to 1.45pm there is time to move boys into Houses where they will be greeted by House Prefects and staff. Prefects will be on hand to assist with unloading and carrying trunks. Because parking is restricted outside Boarding Houses, please move your car to a public car park or to the School Courts once you have finished unloading. 

Following the service, parents are invited to the Headmaster's address in the BSR before returning to the Boarding Houses for tea before departing. Meanwhile the boys will start their programme of familiarisation.