Boarding

At Rumsey Hall, boarding is a dynamic, purpose-driven experience. Students in Grades 6–9 live and learn on a 300-acre campus where accountability, independence, and meaningful relationships shape daily life. With faculty who live on campus and take an active role beyond the classroom, boarding students are supported by a community that knows them well and holds them to high expectations.

Life at Rumsey: Inside the Boarding Experience

A Day in the Life

Routines that build habits. Time that’s well spent.

Time	Agenda	Activity
7:00 AM	Wake-up & Dorm Check Off	Students make their beds and tidy their rooms, acquiring organizational habits.
7:30 AM	Breakfast in the Dining Hall	Buffet style
8:00 AM	Morning Meeting, Clubs, or Advisory	Depending on the day students will either meet their advisory group, student club, or as a full community for assembly.
8:30 AM	Start of Classes	Students attend seven 45-minute periods.
10:30 AM	Recess	The School community takes a break to enjoy a snack and socialize.
12:30 PM	Lunch in the Dining Hall	Buffet style
3:00 PM	Athletics	Every Rumsey student participates in afternoon athletics.
5:00 PM	Free Time
6:00 PM	Dinner in the Dining Hall	Faculty families dine with students and meals are served family style with a student prefect leading each table.
7:00 PM	Study Hall	This 90-minute proctored study hall ensures students have ample time and structure to complete their homework.
9:30-10:30 PM	Lights Out	Dorm parents oversee bedtime, which varies based on grade level. Grade 6–8 boarders turn in technology at night.

Weekdays are structured and productive, giving students clear expectations while building in time for connection and independence. Faculty members are present and involved, helping students develop strong habits and self-discipline.

Dorm Life

No matter where you’re from, you’ll find a sense of home and belonging in one of our eight dormitories. Each dorm houses between 8 and 28 students, creating close-knit communities that feel personal and connected. Dorm parents, many of whom live with their families (and their pets!), provide around-the-clock guidance and support. They don’t just supervise, they invite students into their homes, mentor them through challenges, and help them build habits that last.

Dorm life at Rumsey teaches real-world skills:

Managing time and schedules
Resolving conflict and living with peers
Taking responsibility for one’s space and choices
Navigating independence with support

Each dorm develops its own spirit and identity, and students take pride in where they live. From friendly contests in pumpkin carving to competitive ping pong and dodgeball tournaments.