The House System is integral to life at Arcadia British School, fostering a strong sense of belonging, identity, community and healthy competition. Every student and member of staff belongs to one of our four Houses:
In Secondary, the House System provides opportunities for students to develop leadership skills, build relationships across year groups, demonstrate school spirit and contribute positively to the wider school community.
It encourages students to embrace teamwork, responsibility, resilience and a sense of pride in their House.
The House System extends beyond competitions and events. It plays an important role in creating connections between students across different year groups, encouraging collaboration and ensuring that every student has an opportunity to feel involved and valued.
Through leadership opportunities, shared experiences and friendly competition, the House System helps develop a positive school culture in which students are encouraged to participate, challenge themselves and celebrate both individual and collective success.
The Secondary House System is overseen by Georgia Blake, Head of Secondary House, and supported by four dedicated members of staff who lead and coordinate the individual Houses:
Student leadership is also at the heart of the system. Our Heads of House work alongside House Prefects, who help promote participation, organise activities and encourage House spirit.
Our Head Boy and Head Girl also contribute to the House System, supporting initiatives and helping to strengthen the sense of community across the Secondary School. These leadership opportunities empower students to become positive role models, develop confidence and take an active role in shaping school life.
Throughout the academic year, students participate in a variety of House activities, competitions and events that bring the school community together.
A celebration of athletic ability, teamwork, determination and sportsmanship, with students competing and supporting their Houses.
Special themed events bringing students together through activities, challenges and friendly competition across all three terms.
Students wear their House shirts with pride and earn tokens for their House through participation and engagement.
Opportunities for students to test their knowledge, work collaboratively and represent their Houses in friendly academic competition.
Introduced during periods of online learning to maintain engagement, encourage participation and keep House spirit alive beyond the classroom.
Students can earn House tokens through their participation, achievements and contributions across House activities and events. These tokens contribute towards their House's overall standing, encouraging students to get involved, support one another and take pride in their collective achievements.
Stay connected with House activities, celebrations and achievements on Instagram @arcadiasecondaryhouse
