
Welcome to Letters from Home, a podcast dedicated to Australian boarding families. Hosted by Amanda Ferrari, the show explores all aspects of boarding life - from packing for the first time to life as a boarder & beyond. Amanda interviews graduates who share how boarding shaped their lives, with families about their journey to and through boarding school, speaks with schools about their unique pro... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 112 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & Family | |||

Duncan Taylor knows firsthand what it means to leave a small rural town in pursuit of education - and what it means to come home again.
Growing up on a sheep and cattle property in Nimmitabel on the Monaro, Duncan headed away to boarding school at j... more
What happens when boarding school isn’t in your family “DNA”… and then suddenly it is?
In this episode of Letters From Home, Amanda sits down with Robert Bevern - a NSW Police dad whose family story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest ... more
In some of the most isolated parts of Australia, Bec Climie hasn’t just delivered the mail - she’s delivered connection, joy and community.
On the vast station country of North Queensland, where families can live hundreds of kilometres apart and the... more
Not every boarding school journey follows a straight line - and sometimes, the bravest thing a parent can do is change direction.
In this episode of Letters from Home, Amanda sits down with Geraldine Clark from Barraba, NSW, a mum who knows firsthan... more
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This show centers on life in Australian boarding families, exploring the practical and emotional sides of sending kids to boarding school, living far from home, and building community support. Episodes cover topics like homesickness, school readiness, mental wellbeing, policy and funding for rural education, and the evolving professional landscape of boarding staff. A notable thread is the emphasis on resilience, belonging, and safe transitions for students and families, with guests ranging from students and parents to educators, school leaders, and advocacy organizations. The show often ties personal stories to broader systemic issues—rural access to education, health and childcare, and initiatives aimed at reducing bullying and improving ... more
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Recent guests on Letters From Home include:
1. Annabel Strachan
2. Bronnie Taylor
3. Sarah Ryan
4. Tannas Godfrey
5. Kate B.
6. Kimberley Wilson
7. Richard Stokes
8. Danniella Yarman-Lalda
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