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Hostel accommodation for 2011Applications for accomodation in the hostel for 2011 are now being accepted. Details for finding out more about the Hostel or what we provide for the boys can be found in the information below. Visits to inspect the facilities can be arranged by contacting the Manager, Mr Michael McGarry - 03 4775109 or 021 477709 or the Matron on 03 4775109 or 021 477798. Enquiries are welcome.
Hostel HireThe hostel is available for hire by groups during the school holidays. Details can be found at the end of this information.
WELCOME TO THE SCHOOL HOUSE
A downloadable link giving information about the hostel can be found at: OBHS_School_House_Brochure_08.pdf Staff Many staff are involved in the running of the Hostel during the year. The kitchen, laundry, maintenance and cleaning staff are all part of the team involved in creating the best possible environment for the boys living away from home. All hostel staff are to be treated in a polite manner by all boys at all times and the boys can expect the same treatment back.
Health and WelfareMatron is responsible for treating and monitoring the health of the boys in the Hostel. All medical treatment must be carried out with the knowledge of Matron, who will notify parents in the event of hospital treatment being necessary, and on other appropriate occasions.
Hostel CouncilThis is made up of two students from each year group as well as the Head Prefect. It meets regularly to discuss matters raised by the boys. Minutes are kept and the Manager is involved at each meeting.
ActivitiesThe Hostel is proud of the level of participation of boarders in school activities, especially sport. Hostel boys are represented in almost all codes at school, and in some sports at provincial and even national level. Access to first class facilities, competition, and coaching has opened the door for many talented and determined Hostel sportsmen.
Leave ProvisionsThe health and safety of your son is paramount to the Management of the Hostel. Whenever a student leaves the Hostel, apart from timetabled school commitments, a record must be kept of his whereabouts and in most cases permission given by the Duty Master, Matron or the Manager.
Hostel Parents' CommitteeAll parents are welcome to be part of this Committee. Ken Bain is the current chairperson and the parents' representative is Bronwyn Woodhead. Membership is entirely informal and on a meeting by meeting basis. The meetings are held to coincide with Parent – Teacher interviews and the end of terms 1, 2 and 3. Minutes are kept and included in the Hostel Report to the Board of Trustees.
Parent-Teacher InterviewsThese are organised for the end of terms 1, 2 and 3. Meeting times for interviews can be organised and sent to parents prior to the end of term.
Mitchell CupThere is the House system at School House. The four Houses are: Nicholson, Campbell, Thomson and Hawthorne. There are students of all ages in each House. There are a number of House events held during the year and prep effort and attendance also earn points towards the House Cup. Family members will enter into the same House.
Pocket MoneyAll year 9 boys must be part of the pocket money system, however it is optional for boys at other levels.
School House Clothing ListThe following is the list of items that your son will need to bring with him upon entry to the hostel. We would advise you not to bring too many items of clothing as they don't have an enormous amount of room to store everything.
Uniform(see uniform)
Other clothing
Linen
Bedding
Hostel LayoutThe layout of the hostel is simple and functional. Built on this sight in 1974 it is a complex consisting of four freestanding dormitories, a recreation wing, prep rooms and a dining room/kitchen/laundry/administration block. DormitoriesThere are four dormitories. Hawthorne is for year 9 and 10 students. Thomson houses year 10 and 11 students and Campbell and the Nicholson Suites are for the senior students.
Recreation FacilitiesYear 9, 10 and 11 students have their own games room with table tennis table, pool tables and both filtered water and instant hot water. There is an adjacent television and video room.
PrepAll year 9, 10, 11 and 12 students have prep four nights a week with Friday being optional. Prep takes place in the prep room and dining room which is supervised by the tutor and house master.
Dining RoomAll meals are cooked on the premises and served in the dining room. A seating plan is done each term to ensure a range of ages at each table (or row as they are called). Year 9 students clear all rows after use.
Personal ItemsBoys should bring the following toiletries:
Miscellaneous
Hostel HireThe hostel is available for hire, during the school holidays, by groups visting Dunedin. Contact the Manager, Mr Mike McGarry, 03 477 5109 or 021 477 709 or the School Office for further information The hostel has 4 separate dorms all available for hire during the school holidays The prices for rentals are as follows:
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This guide is intended to help boys and their families to become part of the hostel family as easily as possible. It will not cover all aspects of Hostel life, but will help with the transition. Remember that the staff and other boys will help the new entrants settle into School House quickly. If in doubt please ask for help.