Boarding at Zhuhai International School offers students a safe, welcoming, and well-structured residential experience that supports both personal and academic growth. Our boarding community is built on trust, respect, and belonging, creating a warm “home away from home” for students from China and around the world. Under the care of dedicated boarding parents, students enjoy a balanced daily routine with nutritious meals, supervised study sessions, and meaningful opportunities to develop independence. With strong systems for wellbeing, daily check-ins, and open communication, our boarding program ensures that every student feels supported, valued, and connected throughout their time on campus.
Boarding Life At ZIS
Your Home Away From Home
Daily Life & Routine
Balanced Days, Healthy Habits
Our boarding program provides a clear and supportive daily structure to help students thrive. Dorms open to students after school, where they check in with boarding parents before joining optional but encouraged after-school activities.
Evenings include dinner together, dedicated study periods, and age-appropriate lights-out times. Younger students follow earlier bedtime routines, while older students receive increased independence (Study Ends, Room Check, Lights Out).
Mornings begin with breakfast and prepare students for the academic day, ensuring routines that promote healthy habits, self-discipline, and overall student wellbeing.
Academic Support & Study Focused Learning Every Evening
Boarding provides an ideal environment for learning, with structured study times designed to help students stay focused and productive. Boarding parents supervise evening study sessions, offering guidance and monitoring progress. Dedicated spaces ensure that Grade 7 and below,
Grade 8–9, and Grade 10–12 students all have age-appropriate academic expectations and support. Access to teachers, school facilities, and essential learning resources strengthens academic confidence while building time-management skills. Whether completing homework, preparing for assessments, or engaging in collaborative learning, boarders benefit from a calm, organized environment that supports academic excellence and personal responsibility.
Wellbeing, Safety & Care Support That Students Feel
Student wellbeing is at the heart of our boarding program. Boarding staff build strong relationships with students and closely monitor their social, emotional, and physical needs. Regular room checks, daily communication, and consistent supervision ensure that every student feels safe and supported. Clear routines promote healthy sleep habits, while shared meals and community moments help students feel connected and cared for. Our pastoral approach prioritizes open dialogue, respect, and positive behaviour. Combined with ZIS’s wider wellbeing initiatives — including Homeroom, Care Week, and individualized specialist support — boarding students experience holistic care that strengthens resilience and confidence.
Community, Activities & Growth
Life, Friends, and New Experiences
Boarding life at ZIS offers far more than a place to sleep — it’s a vibrant community full of opportunities for growth and connection. After-school activities give students the chance to pursue sports, arts, leadership, community service, and personal interests.
Weekday and weekend routines include supervised free time, social activities, and moments to unwind or explore new hobbies. Through shared living, students develop independence, cultural understanding, responsibility, and lifelong friendships.
The boarding program intentionally balances structure with freedom, helping students discover who they are, build healthy habits, and prepare for future success at university and beyond.
