House system
The House System at Theale Green School is a unique, exciting and crucial part of life at Theale Green School.
There are four Houses: Benyon, Hunt, Piper and Scott.
Each House exists to win.
Each House is determined to come out on top.
Each House strives to be the best.
But only one House will win The Governor’s Cup…
What is a house?
A House is a group of students, teachers, support staff and parents who work as a team. They take part in activities, competitions and always strive to be the best they can be. They work hard in lessons gaining House points for their Progress, Hard Work and Respect. To put it simply, a House will win by getting the most House points over a year.
For every hundred House Points students get a certificate. Each 100 points moves them up the House Ladder towards The Philosopher’s Stone.
Students from Theale Green School are placed in a House at the start of Year 7, they will remain in that House until Year 13.
Students join with their House every half term at House assemblies. This will be an opportunity to celebrate successes and plan for future victories!
Students also have the opportunity to get more House Points by attending our many clubs
Winning House Points
As well as getting House points for Progress, Hard Work and Respect during the school day, students can also win points for the House Quiz every Friday in tutor time, for taking part in House competitions, charity fairs and key events such as Sports Day, House Performance, House Quiz Night and Theale’s Got Talent. Students will also get points for attending clubs, being part of school productions, representing the school and for supporting performances!
The Philosopher’s Stone
In ancient mythology it was believed that The Philosopher’s Stone was a legendary substance that could turn lead into gold. It was also considered to be the elixir of life, giving immortality to the person who possessed it. Crucially it is a symbol of perfection and enlightenment. It is the highest goal a student can achieve.
1000 points are needed to achieve The Philosopher’s Stone.
Past winners
The Governor's Cup
The Governor’s Cup is given out every year in the final full school assembly to the House that has won the most House points for that academic year.
Past winners
2017-2018 = HUNT
2018-2019 = BENYON
2019-2020 = BENYON
2020-2021 = PIPER
2021-2022 = BENYON
2022-2023 = HUNT
Who will win this year?
Mr Neill and the Governor’s Cup – July 2019
Respect, Hard Work and Progress Cards
Respect, Hard Work and Progress Cards are given out by teachers in lessons, or at break, lunchtime or after school, for demonstrating the positive behaviours that go above and beyond expectations.
The cards are worth 5 House Points. To be awarded these House Points students need to go to the House Hub at lunchtime on any day of the week where a Head of House or the Head of Student Engagement will log the marks so they are added to individual and House totals.
The House Hub
The House Hub is a place to meet at lunchtime to play board games, eat lunch, compete in mini House challenges, play Foosball and meet House Captains.
The room is laid out in the House colours with displays and information about each House and coming events. It is a warm and friendly place to keep out of the rain and cold too on chilly days!
The Houses
Name: Keira
House: Benyon
Favourite Snack: Raspberries
Favourite Film: Top Gun
Favourite Sport: Dance
Favourite Pop Singer/Band: The Vamps
What I like to do in my spare time: Bake, read, go to concerts.
One amusing fact about me: I’ve danced in a Disney parade.
Vision for the house: To win the Governor’s Cup.
Most likely to say: “Guess who got tickets for…”
Name: Jess
House: Benyon
Favourite snack: Sour patch kids
Favourite film: The Hangover
Favourite sport: Dance
Favourite singer: Amy Winehouse
What I do in spare time: Dance
Amusing fact: I can do an aerial (kartwheel with no hands)
Vision: Keep Benyon fantastic
Most likely to say: “I need a nap.”
Name: Dhillon
House: Hunt (the best one)
Favourite snack: Salted Pretzels
Favourite film: Deadpool and Wolverine
Favourite sport: Taekwondo (a bit biased!)
Favourite band: Slipknot (rock on!!!!)
What I do in my spare time: I bake lots, play videogames (I’m not very good), draw, and sit with my cat.
One cool fact about me: I can play the bass guitar!
My vision for the house: A friendly community where everyone can support each other.
Most likely to say: “I have so much work to do >:(“
Name: Erin
House: Hunt
Favourite Snack: Crusty bread
Favourite Film: Hacksaw Ridge
Favourite Sport: Gymnastics
Favourite Pop Singer/Band: Sam Fender
What I like to do in my spare time: Sleep
One amusing fact about me: I can do a backflip
Vision for the house: For Hunt to win the house cup
Most likely to say: What are we talking about?
Name: Poppy
House: Piper
Favourite Snack: Popcorn
Favourite Film: Hunger Games Catching Fire
Favourite Sport: Dance or running
Favourite Pop Singer/Band: Henry Moodie, Gracie Abrams and Sabrina Carpenter (more than one sorry I couldn’t choose)
What I like to do in my spare time: Dance and read
One amusing fact about me: I lived in Cyprus for two years.
Vision for the house: For Piper to work together to win the governors cup
Most likely to say: I’m tired, I need coffee
Name: Millie
House: Piper
Favourite snack: Salt and Vinegar Squares or Fruit Pastilles
Favourite film: Little Women
Favourite sport: Rugby
Favourite pop singer/band: Harry Styles and Inhaler.
What I like to do in my spare time: Listening to music, reading, watching films.
One amusing fact about me: I was on the telly (channel 5 milkshake) when I was little.
Vision for your house: Inspire and unite the members. Teamwork!
Most likely to say: “I hate this”
Name: Maddie
House: Scott
Favourite Snack: Salt and vinegar pringles
Favourite Film: Love Actually
Favourite Sport: Gymnastics
Favourite Pop Singer/Band: Lana Del Rey
What I like to do in my spare time: Go shopping
One amusing fact about me: I am going to see Pitbull live
Vision for the house: Make Scott win
Most likely to say: “Huh?”
Name: Emily
House: Scott
Favourite Snack: Chocolate chip cookies
Favourite Film: Wicked
Favourite Sport: Dance
Favourite Pop Singer/Band: Taylor Swift
What I like to do in my spare time: Bake and read
One amusing fact about me: I have danced on a west end stage three times
Vision for the house: Win the governors cup! And to have higher participation in events
Most likely to say: I think, ummm, maybe…
