House System
At Eltham College
At Eltham College, the House system embodies a sense of belonging and camaraderie, fostering a deep connection between students and their respective Houses, which are regarded as their second home within the College community. The pride and passion students have for their House is a testament to the strong bond they share.
Upon enrolment, each student becomes an integral part of one of our four Houses, each named after our founding missionaries – Carey (blue), Chalmers (red), Moffat (yellow), and Livingstone (green) – reflecting the school’s rich heritage. This House affiliation becomes an essential aspect of a student’s identity, contributing to a supportive and nurturing environment throughout their time at Eltham College.
Our House system serves as a catalyst for healthy competition, encouraging students to actively engage in a diverse array of year-round events including academics, athletics, and the arts. This spirited competition not only fosters a sense of teamwork and unity within each House but also cultivates leadership skills and a strong sense of sportsmanship among our our students.
| Michaelmas Term | Lent Term | Summer Term |
|---|---|---|
| Badminton | Basketball | Art |
| Baking | Creative Writing | Athletics |
| Chess | Cross Country | Cricket |
| Climbing | Debates Years 7 and 8 |
Gardening |
| Dance | Drama | Golf |
| Debates Years 9, 10, 11 and Sixth Form |
Hockey | Mental Arithmetic |
| Football | Modern Languages | Musical Theatre |
| Girls’ Hockey Year 7 |
Music | Rounders |
| Netball Sixth Form |
Netball Year 7 |
Skiing |
| Photography | Science Quiz | Stem |
| Poetry | Strongest Boy Year 11 and Sixth Form |
Tennis |
| Rugby | Strongest Girl Sixth Form |
Tug of War Year 11 and Sixth Form |
| Singing | Swimming | Water Polo Years 7 and 8 |
| Table Tennis | Top of the Form | |
| Water Polo Year 11 and Sixth Form |
Water Polo Years 9 and 10 |
