House System

The House System at Invictus International School plays an integral part of our school’s pastoral care provision. Pupils have the opportunity to connect with children from other classes and year groups. It nurtures a healthy competitive school spirit by encouraging pupils to participate in a wide range of competitive activities. Pupils can enjoy a number of team building exercises through a wide range of events held throughout the school year.

House meetings with the entire House are held regularly, and are used to congratulate the achievements of House members, prepare for competitions or arrange school-wide duties on a rotational basis. Additionally, pupils are encouraged to seek support from their fellow Housemates and Form Tutors if they have any worries.

Pastoral and Academic Significance

The House System is interwoven into the pastoral and academic lives of the pupils, providing a platform for moral, spiritual and intellectual growth. It is an essential element of the pastoral life at Invictus International School and guidance from the House group helps individuals develop qualities and competencies that are integral to our aims. Furthermore, it provides a communication network for information to be easily disseminated.

To support pupils in their academic endeavours, an academic Form Tutor system is embedded into each House. House staff monitor, encourage and support the academic progress of the pupils in their House, and the small group sizes along with continuity throughout the years, fosters a strong, effective and friendly relationship between the pupil and tutor.

Leadership

Each House is led by the Form Tutor, who in turn are supported by the staff in the House. However, within the House there are important roles to be played by the elected House Captains. House Captains are chosen by their peers and work closely alongside the Form Tutors and the House Competition Coordinator in organising the House. These positions are highly regarded and carry a great deal of responsibility. House Captains are supported by House Prefects who are selected for leadership duties around the school. The esteemed role of House Prefect is warded to pupils who set a positive example to others and can be relied upon to uphold Invictus values.

House Events

Oftentimes, the co-curricular elements of school are driven through the House system. Given the more intimate setting, this can lead to increased confidence, competitiveness, and aspirations. Throughout the year, co-curricular activities form the basis for a number of House events, including:

• House Point Competition
• Inter-House Sports Competitions
• Sports Day
• Inter-House Swimming Gala
• House Shout
• House Music Events
• Charity Events