Boarding School

It is understandably uncomfortable to contemplate the idea that esteemed educational establishments could be contributing to the harming of children. That discomfort is precisely why we need to find the courage to ask the question. Is it really possible? Suzanne argues that the answer to that question is yes. She is eager to add her voice to the rapidly growing community of adults who are sharing stories of the distress they suffered as a child sent to boarding school.

The implications arising out of early boarding school harm are considerable.  There will be adults carrying trauma, who are likely to need help with recovery.  There will be children who are being harmed today, by modern boarding practices and policies.  The political structures within British society will be riven with poor emotional intelligence and empathy, given how closely elite boarding school is linked with class in Britain.