There are nine forms in each year group (Years 7-11) their name reflects the House they represent: for example, those in 7K are in Kite House; 7H are in Hawk House and 7E are in Eagle House. In each House year group there are three forms.
Head of House – Eagles
Mr. Bradley
Tutor Groups in Eagles
7E, 8E, 9E, 10E, 11E
Head of House – Hawks
Mr. Pightling
Tutor Groups in Hawks
7H, 8H, 9H, 10H, 11H
Head of House – Kites
Mr Yasin
Tutor Groups in Kites
7K, 8K, 9K, 10K, 11K
The House System offers opportunities for competition between students in Houses. Over the course of an academic year a range of competitions take place, charity fundraisers; art and design competitions; news quizzes; musical renditions; rowing; the grand finale is sports day. Entering, as well as winning, earns House points. It has proved to be a great way to foster a sense of teamwork, resilience, respect and competition.
The system is deeply rooted in the school’s ‘My Personal Best’ values; it offers the chance to foster a sense of loyalty to a wide spectrum of students than just their form and year group. At the end of the academic year, the winning House is awarded the House Cup. The House Cup reflects the effort and contribution that the Houses have respectively made to school life over the academic year and is a widely respected accolade among students and staff at Great Marlow School.
Students in all Key Stages have the opportunity to apply and become House Captains. This is a prestigious role. Duties include being a positive role model; developing the identity of their House; co-delivering House competitions and assemblies; and being involved with important whole-school events such as Year 6 Induction Day.