Headfort School

Schools like Headfort that include the boarding element tend to evoke powerful feelings in the minds of their young people (and their past pupils). Most boarding schools used to exude a somewhat Spartan flavour, though that certainly didn’t stop generations of boarders thoroughly enjoying their time at school.

Now, however, perhaps with the advent of day pupils and the move to weekly as opposed to full boarding, Headfort is a kinder, gentler place than the typical boarding school of old. It is more in tune with its surrounding environment, partly by virtue of the fact that the boarders mingle on a daily basis with their day-pupil classmates.

Headfort’s pupils can enjoy the best of both school and family life – boarding children can go home on Friday evenings, exactly when their busy parents will have the greatest amount of ‘quality time’ to spend with them. The other side of the coin is that day pupils can, if they wish, try out boarding on a ‘flexi’ basis: they hear about how much fun it is (rather like a sleep-over) , and many of them want to try it out.

Ideally situated between Dublin and Belfast, we are a traditional boarding and day school, offering a comprehensive programme of academic, sporting and cultural activities for children aged 7-13. With a rich heritage and a strong commitment to fulfilling each child’s individual potential, our offering remains unmatched. Please explore our site further to discover what we can offer you and your child.