We look forward to welcoming you all to Ratcliffe College on the Boarding Induction and Arrival Day, Thursday 3rd September 2026 from 1pm.
Welcome to Boarding Handbook
Key Information and Documents
Term Dates 2026-2027
Autumn Term 2026
| Thursday 3rd September | New Boarders' Arrival and Induction Day, from 1pm |
| Friday 4th September | New Senior School Students Induction Day |
| Sunday 6th September | Existing Boarders return |
| Monday 7th September | Autumn term begins for all students |
| Monday 19th October to Friday 30th October | Half-Term |
| Sunday 1st November | Boarders return |
| Monday 2nd November | Classes begin |
| Friday 11th December | Autumn term ends (after classes) |
| Monday 14th December to Friday 1st January | Christmas Holiday |
Spring Term 2027
| Sunday 3rd January | Boarders return |
| Monday 4th January | Spring Term begins |
| Monday 15th February to Friday 19th February | Half-Term |
| Sunday 21st February | Boarders return |
| Monday 22nd February | Classes begin |
| Friday 19th March | Spring Term ends (after classes) |
| Monday 22nd March to Friday 9th April | Easter Holiday |
Summer Term 2027
| Sunday 11th April | Boarders return |
| Monday 12th April | Summer Term begins |
| Monday 3rd May | Bank Holiday |
| Monday 31st May to Friday 4th June | Half-Term |
| Sunday 6th June | Boarders return |
| Monday 7th June | Classes begin |
| Friday 9th July | Summer Term ends (after classes) |
School Uniform
Our School Uniform and Sports Uniform are provided by two separate outside suppliers, listed below. Please check the Handbook linked above for uniform requirements and items.
Schoolblazer:Our School Uniform is provided by Schoolblazer. | Schoolblazer websiteIf you have any queries about uniform, please contact Schoolblazer directly. Tel: 0333 7000 703 Email: [email protected] |
Playerlayer:Our Sports Uniform is provided by Playerlayer: | Playerlayer websiteEmail: [email protected] |
School Uniform Shop (on-site) Summer Holiday Opening Times
Please note that our on-site School Uniform Shop will be open during the summer holidays at the times listed below for new families to purchase required uniform items ahead of term starting.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | |
| Tuesday 4th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday 7th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Tuesday 11th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday 14th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Tuesday 18th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday 21st August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Tuesday 25th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| Friday 28th August | 15:00 – 18:00 |
| September Pre-Season Training | |
| Wednesday 2nd September | 09:00 – 10:00 |
| 15:00 – 17:00 | |
| Thursday 3rd September | 09:00 – 10:00 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | |
| 15:00 – 17:00 | |
| Friday 4th September | 11:00 – 13:00 |
Child Student Entry Visa Guidance
Key Contacts
- Katie Newman (Admissions Manager) – 01509 817072 / [email protected]
- Helen Brady (Admissions Assistant) – 01509 817031 / [email protected]
