The Boarding Schools' Association (BSA) has granted Pocklington School the title of 'Sleep Champion' following a thorough review of the School's boarding bedtime practices. This accolade highlights schools that understand the importance of healthy, regular sleep patterns and are dedicated to enhancing the sleep quality of their boarding pupils.
Pocklington School boarding awarded 'Sleep Champion' status
The following key initiatives were praised in the BSA review.
- Pupils up to Fifth Year surrender their electronic devices well before bedtime.
- There are established and supervised ‘lights out’ schedules for all year groups, to facilitate at least eight hours of sleep.
- Educational efforts, through boarding house discussions, videos and informational posters, emphasise the benefits of a good night’s sleep and the need for a break from technology before bed.
- There are suitable snacks and caffeine-free beverages available in boarding houses before bedtime.
- Blackout blinds or curtains are installed in every bedroom.
"Good quality, restorative sleep is important for pupils, not just to provide them with the energy required to cope with their daily lives, but also for their overall physical and mental wellbeing. It helps in refreshing their minds and to retain the information they have absorbed during the day.
"By practicing healthy sleep habits, our boarding pupils are setting themselves up to fully benefit from everything Pocklington School has to offer."
Steve Greaves,
Head of Boarding at Pocklington School
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