Cornwall is one of the most beautiful and climatically friendly parts of Britain and the School is fortunate indeed in its environment. Penzance is on a peninsula, with sailing, surfing and sea sports of all kinds within easy reach. For walkers and campers there are acres of moorland and miles of coastal paths; for rock climbers there are cliffs – and expert tutors. Penzance itself is a small, safe and attractive town (population about 20,000) with a strong community spirit. From the upper floors of the School, where the girl boarders live, there is a view of the sea a mere 10 minutes walk away.
This part of Cornwall is culturally rich, staging exhibitions, plays and concerts of international calibre. There are many local public art galleries, as well as the Tate at St. Ives. The Minack open air theatre is known everywhere and the spring and autumn chamber music festivals are a showcase of international talent. It is here too that Cornwall’s own distinctive Celtic culture is most vigorously alive.
The School is readily accessible by road, rail or air (nearby Newquay is the closest airport). The School minibuses are available, by arrangement, to collect and deliver full boarders to and from the airport or rail station. Weekly boarders can be taken home on Fridays and collected on Monday mornings in the Penzance area.