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Letters From Home

Amanda Ferrari
Boarding School
Homesickness
Education
Boarding Schools
Australian Boarding Schools
Parenting
Education Choices
Social Media
Australian Boarding Schools Association
Boarding School Life
Cultural Diversity
Boarding Education
Friendship
Migrant Experience
Rural Education
Mental Health
Screen Time
Youth Mental Health
Teenagers
Sport and Arts Education

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

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While we’re travelling across regional Australia for our face-to-face Boarding Schools Expo events, we’re opening the vault and revisiting some of our favourite past conversations - the ones that still offer reassurance, perspective and encouragement... more

As we hit the road again for our face-to-face Boarding Schools Expo events, we’re dipping into the vault over the next few weeks to share some of our favourite past episodes - the ones that still speak so clearly to why we do this work and why these ... more

Over the next few weeks, while we’re out on the road for our face-to-face Boarding Schools Expo events, we’re opening up the vault and sharing some of our favourite past episodes with you - conversations that still hold so much value for families res... more

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Episode: Heart-work, good policy, & the power of love behind Bronnie Taylor
Sarah Ryan
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Episode: “Go Floppy: A Quandialla Mum on Boarding School, Letting Go, and Raising Resilient Kids” - Sarah Ryan
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Kate B.
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Episode: Finding belonging when home keeps changing: a Defence family’s story - Kate B.
Kimberley Wilson
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Episode: Lessons on Life & Loss from the Outback Schoolroom Part 1 - Kimberley Wilson
Danniella Yarman-Lalda
Director of Boarding at Assumption College
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Episode: Inside a Small Boarding Community at a Big School: with Danniella at Assumption College
Sally Sweeney
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Amanda Ferrari
Host of Letters From Home

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • New Boarder Mum

    Hey, just wanted to say how much I am enjoying the content as a ‘soon to be’ boarder mum in 2025!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    not a girl janet
    Australia2 years ago

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Feedback suggests episodes are helpful for families considering boarding and for schools seeking relatable narratives to share with prospective families.
Listeners appreciate practical, real-world insights for soon-to-be boarder families and those already navigating boarding life.
Sponsorship-friendly topics include mental wellbeing initiatives, rural education policy, and professional development for boarding staff.
The show consistently highlights resilience, community, and supportive resources for boarding families.
Guests are often experts or experienced parents who offer relatable, heartfelt stories about rural education and wellbeing.

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From Station Life to City School: How Clem Found Her Feet at Boarding School
Q: What is something positive or surprising that you've discovered about yourself since starting boarding school?
Learning time management and how to balance academics, sports, and social life has been a surprising growth area for me.
From Station Life to City School: How Clem Found Her Feet at Boarding School
Q: What is one piece of advice you'd give to a younger boarder who's about to start boarding school and might be worried about homesickness?
It's okay to feel homesick, nervous, or excited. The feeling will get easier as you settle in and it's important to talk to those around you.
From Station Life to City School: How Clem Found Her Feet at Boarding School
Q: What was the hardest part about leaving home for boarding school, and what helped you get through it?
The hardest part was adjusting to larger classes after a tiny primary school, but talking to other students and getting involved in activities helped a lot.
Summer Series – Nailing Homesickness with Anna & Will
Q: What is your number one red hot tip for overcoming homesickness?
Will advised keeping busy and taking part in sports, while Anna suggested being involved with friends and finding activities to distract from feelings of homesickness.
Summer Series – Nailing Homesickness with Anna & Will
Q: What was the biggest challenge you had to face when you started at Tudor House?
Will mentioned adjusting to the new routine and remembering schedules as one of the biggest challenges, while Anna also noted the difficulty of making friends initially.

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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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2. Annabel Strachan
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