Boarding Life
Our boarders live in three large, purpose-built boarding houses, all with the common theme of being a happy 'home from home', but each with its own distinct personality.
Here, you can find out more about each house and the members of staff in them.
KRISHNA HOUSE (GIRLS & BOYS: YEARS 6-8)
Krishna House is a happy, fun and inspiring boarding house for our Prep School boarders in Years 6, 7 and 8, where the variety of evening and weekend activities are a particular highlight. Marshall House boarders share ‘family-style’ meals, where the boarding Houseparent’s are able to encourage healthy eating habits. There is a focus on fostering loyalty, independence, resilience, kindness and courage, equipping the boarders for the exciting new challenges ahead.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
Will is an excellent and experienced English teacher, who has a great interest in theatre, music, art and sport. Oonagh works in the marketing department and enjoys doing art and cooking in her spare time, as well as being a qualified reflexologist. They both had great fun reimagining Marshall House for its 2023 renovation, with the main aim of ensuring it feels joyful and homely, offering different spaces for boarders to relax.
The Stokers place an emphasis on creating a warm, familial atmosphere in the house; they want every boarder to feel like a valued member of the Marshall House family.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
He lives in the boarding house with his wife Donna, who is Head of History in the Senior School, their four children, Arthur, Opaline, Rollo and Wolfie, their dog, Talla, and cats, Henry & Som Tam.
Jennie Windsor is the Houseparent and lives in Rupert Brooke with her husband, Joe, and their two children, Jayden and Ava, who are in the Prep School. They have a much loved Chiuaua dog called Sebastian. Jennie is an experienced Boarding Houseparent, a psychology and PSHE teacher, and the whole school DSL. In her spare time she is a keen runner, horse rider and has recently started to learn to play the piano!
Jennie and her family love their life in boarding, and the extended family that comes with it. Their main focus in Rupert Brooke is ensuring it is always provides a homely, happy environment that is full of house spirit.
SCHOOL HOUSE (BOYS: YEARS 9-13)
School House is a boarding house full of fun, laughter and teenage boys who make living together look easy. The boys’ boarding community sees friendships grow across year groups, leaders thrive and talents be realized. Those who need support are able to find it easily, and those who already excel find others to push them. The house is an extended family, a tight-knit group of aspiring young adults who quickly learn that being part of the School House clan gives them an identity and fulfillment.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
He lives in the boarding house with his wife Donna, who is Head of History in the Senior School, their four children, Arthur, Opaline, Rollo and Wolfie, their dog, Talla, and cats, Henry & Som Tam.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
Will is an excellent and experienced English teacher, who has a great interest in theatre, music, art and sport. Oonagh works in the marketing department and enjoys doing art and cooking in her spare time, as well as being a qualified reflexologist. They both had great fun reimagining Marshall House for its 2023 renovation, with the main aim of ensuring it feels joyful and homely, offering different spaces for boarders to relax.
The Stokers place an emphasis on creating a warm, familial atmosphere in the house; they want every boarder to feel like a valued member of the Marshall House family.
Jennie Windsor is the Houseparent and lives in Rupert Brooke with her husband, Joe, and their two children, Jayden and Ava, who are in the Prep School. They have a much loved Chiuaua dog called Sebastian. Jennie is an experienced Boarding Houseparent, a psychology and PSHE teacher, and the whole school DSL. In her spare time she is a keen runner, horse rider and has recently started to learn to play the piano!
Jennie and her family love their life in boarding, and the extended family that comes with it. Their main focus in Rupert Brooke is ensuring it is always provides a homely, happy environment that is full of house spirit.
RUPERT BROOKE (GIRLS: YEARS 9-13)
Rupert Brooke’ is a happy, secure, home away from home for our senior girl boarders. The girls feel that boarding enhances their academic progression, personal responsibility and leadership skills, as they prepare for greater independence at university and beyond. Rupert Brooke girls value kindness and respect. We are a family of big and little sisters who look out for and care for one another. The girls show great pride in their house, where every day they are challenged and strive to be a better version of themselves with the support and encouragement from those around them.
Jennie Windsor is the Houseparent and lives in Rupert Brooke with her husband, Joe, and their two children, Jayden and Ava, who are in the Prep School. They have a much loved Chiuaua dog called Sebastian. Jennie is an experienced Boarding Houseparent, a psychology and PSHE teacher, and the whole school DSL. In her spare time she is a keen runner, horse rider and has recently started to learn to play the piano!
Jennie and her family love their life in boarding, and the extended family that comes with it. Their main focus in Rupert Brooke is ensuring it is always provides a homely, happy environment that is full of house spirit.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
Will is an excellent and experienced English teacher, who has a great interest in theatre, music, art and sport. Oonagh works in the marketing department and enjoys doing art and cooking in her spare time, as well as being a qualified reflexologist. They both had great fun reimagining Marshall House for its 2023 renovation, with the main aim of ensuring it feels joyful and homely, offering different spaces for boarders to relax.
The Stokers place an emphasis on creating a warm, familial atmosphere in the house; they want every boarder to feel like a valued member of the Marshall House family.
Will and Oonagh Stoker are the Houseparents in Marshall House. They moved here from London in 2018, so have been part of RST since the early days! They have a daughter, Marnie, in the Prep School, and a baby boy called Inigo.
He lives in the boarding house with his wife Donna, who is Head of History in the Senior School, their four children, Arthur, Opaline, Rollo and Wolfie, their dog, Talla, and cats, Henry & Som Tam.
"Every staff member - from Houseparents to the Matrons - welcomes you and takes good care of you."
