Study forms the core of each evening's routine, all of the girls are encouraged to participate in co-curricular activities which take place during evenings and at weekends. Fifth and Sixth Form girls are encouraged to read and study beyond the normal allocation and it is hoped they will also read newspapers and keep up to date with current affairs. Time is also provided each day for 'free time' when the girls may be in their residential areas or in their common rooms.

There is one half term holiday and two mini or long weekends during the autumn and spring terms and two long weekends during the summer term. It is expected that each girl will either go home or to a friend or guardian during these breaks. If there is an examination they may stay in school for the night prior to the exam. All boarders are encouraged to stay at school during other weekends.