The College is a Direct Grant school of a traditional nature. Its foundation is Christian and it remains faithful to its Foundress's aspirations. Despite being predominantly a day school sport, music, drama and extra-curricular activities in general have considerable importance. Boarders are thus well-catered for and encouraged to participate in island activities as well as College ones, where appropriate. Standards of discipline and the expectation of positive achievement are high.
Two weekends per term are allocated as leave weekends for boarders in addition to half terms. College is, however, flexible about when this leave is taken. Weekly boarding is also possible. The Boarding House has a resident Housemaster who is helped by three Tutors and a Matron. It is a modern, purpose-built establishment which is adjacent to one of the playing fields and a short distance from the main school buildings. A major development plan is nearing completion. Facilities for Design, Geography, Music and Science have been upgraded and a new Art School, sports hall and synthetic hockey pitch constructed. There are frequent flights to the island from many UK airports and some continental ones. There are also regular car ferries linking the island with the UK.
Scholarships are awarded for a combination of academic ability and other aptitudes. In cases of need their initial value may be enhanced up to the full cost of the fees.
