#30 Port Regis Prep School, Titus Mills
Welcome back to Destination Education UK, I'm your host Ruth Benny, Founder of Top Schools, and today we have a real treat for you. Our guests are Titus Mills, Headmaster of Port Regis, alongside five of the school's 2025/26 Year 8 leavers: Simba, Kaichi, Karthikeya, Elsie, and Ellie. Titus Mills brings 22 years of headship experience across four schools and multiple continents, offering a deep perspective on nurturing young minds. In this episode, we take an honest, insider look at what prep school boarding feels like directly from the students, from navigating initial homesickness and unwritten dorm rules to managing exam prep and packing for senior school. Afterwards, Titus shares his philosophy on global diversity, sending children to standalone prep schools, and why joy is the core value driving life at Port Regis. Can't wait for you to plug into this conversation, so grab a cup of teaâď¸ and enjoy the episode! Why Listen? Life Inside the Dorms: Hear directly from Year 8 boarders about their unwritten dorm rules, favorite meals, and daily routines. Overcoming Homesickness: Discover how young international students adjust to prep school life thousands of miles from home. The Power of Busyness: Learn how jam-packed schedules and rich extracurriculars help pupils thrive without feeling isolated. Senior School Transitions: Gain insight into how a standalone prep school supports pupils applying to multiple top-tier senior schools. Finding the Right Fit: Hear Titus Mills explain why sending children to a standalone prep school provides the freedom to choose the best-fit senior school later. Joy as a Core Value: Understand why embedding joy and community into the campus environment is essential for early education. For more resources related to todayâs episode and others, visit www.topschoolsadmissions.com Enjoy the episode for expert advice to guide your school selection journey. Visit www.topschoolsadmissions.com for more on Port Regis, and to enquire via our exclusive link. Start exploring top UK schools today! Chapter Lists 00:00 Introduction and Headmaster Insights 00:20 Meet the Pupils: International Boarders Share Their Stories 00:45 First Impressions: Describing the Boarding House 01:30 Coming from Abroad: Transitioning to the UK 02:15 Handling Homesickness and Staying Busy 03:00 Dorm Life Rules: Music, Phones, and Food 04:10 Dining and the Infamous Baguette Bar 04:50 Screen Time and Staying Connected with Home 05:35 Weekend Activities, Sports, and Campus Life 06:40 Senior School Applications and Exam Preparation 07:35 What Makes Port Regis Special: Friends and Facilities 08:20 What Students Would Change: Dorm Rooms and Sports Variety 09:40 Advice for New Joiners and International Students 10:45 Academic Support, Scholarships, and Class Sizes 11:35 Favorite Teachers and School Giggles 12:50 Boarding Memories and Lighthearted Moments 13:50 Headmaster Titus Mills on Global Diversity at Port Regis 14:50 Young Boarders: Addressing Concerns About Early Boarding 16:00 The Advantage of Standalone Prep Schools vs. All-Through Schools 17:30 Cultivating Joy as an Educational Value â Follow Destination Education: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/destination_education_uk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@DestinationEducationUK[cite: 3] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destination_education_uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/destinationeducationUk Website: www.topschoolsadmissions.com The Destination Education podcast is your ultimate guide to navigating the exciting, sometimes overwhelming journey of studying in the UK. Hosted by Ruth Benny, education expert, Founder of Top Schools, and parent with firsthand experience raising children educated in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, this show delivers insights, expert tips, inspiration and practical strategies for parents and students in, or considering the UK education system. If you're a parent on this journey, start here. Follow along, and let's take the stress out of school admissions together. Watch our FREE Masterclass on UK Boarding Schools and request a non-obligatory consultation here: https://www.topschoolsadmissions.com Subscribe to our channel here: Listen to Destination Education Podcast đ§ New episodes twice a month! Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UTWe6azTalKupYEwrtET0?si=3d898b7e7c094fec Apple podcasts link: https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/destination-education-uk/id1820594988 Get help to find the perfect fit UK school for your child : www.topschoolsadmissions.com đ Subscribe now and hit the bell to catch every episode! Join us to learn, grow, and unlock the secrets of UK education. Visit www.TopSchoolsAdmissions.com for personalized guidance on your school selection journey. đ Connect with us: https://www.topschoolsadmissions.com/deuk
