House System
House System: Building Community and Character at LEH Foshan
Experience the heart of a true British education. The House System at LEH Foshan is far more than a tradition; it's a vibrant framework that fosters belonging, leadership, and friendly competition from the moment your child joins our school. We move beyond the fictional charm to create a meaningful community where every student thrives.
What is the House System at Our British International School?
The House System is a cornerstone of British schooling designed to build a cohesive, supportive, and dynamic school community. At LEH Foshan, every student and teacher belongs to one of four Houses: Dragon, Gryphon, Phoenix, and Unicorn.
This vertical system thoughtfully mixes students from different year groups, creating a unique "family within a school." It provides an immediate sense of identity and a platform for developing essential life skills through teamwork, mentorship, and collective celebration.
Our Four Houses: A Blend of East and West
Each House symbol is carefully chosen to reflect our school's ethos of integrating Eastern and Western cultures, promoting a truly global perspective.
| House Name | Dragon | Phoenix | Gryphon | Unicorn |
| House LOGO |
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Compass Point |
East | South | West | North |
| House Color |
Blue |
Gold |
Green |
Purple |
Key Benefits: Why Our House System Matters for Your Child
Fostering a Supportive Community and Mentorship
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The system breaks down age barriers. Older students naturally mentor younger ones, fostering leadership, empathy, and responsibility. Younger students gain confidence and a supportive network, creating a caring and connected school environment where everyone feels valued.
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Developing Essential Skills for Future Success
| Participation is a foundation for lifelong achievement. Through diverse house activities, students actively develop the 8Cs—essential attributes like confidence, compassion, communication, and critical thinking. They become resilient problem-solvers and collaborative team players. |
Building Leadership and School Spirit
| From House Captains to team leaders in competitions, students have authentic opportunities to lead. The House Points system positively reinforces effort, achievement, and character, motivating students to contribute to their house's success and building a powerful sense of collective pride. |
A Year of Engagement: House Events and Activities
Our calendar is filled with inclusive events that cater to every talent and interest, ensuring all students can participate and shine.
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House Sports Competitions: Football, Basketball, Swimming Gala, Sports Day.
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Arts & Academics: House Music Competition, House Quiz, Halloween Decoration.
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Team Challenges: The 8 Endeavours (problem-solving), Rounders, Tag Rugby.
These events culminate in trophy presentations, celebrating not just winning, but effort, creativity, and teamwork.
Guided by Dedicated Staff: Meet Our House Masters
Each House is passionately led by a team of dedicated House Masters who provide pastoral care, guide activities, and nurture the house spirit. They are central to ensuring every student feels supported and challenged within their house community.
Prep School House Masters
Unicorn House
Mr Robert Jones
House Master of Unicorn
Gryphon House
Ms Michelle Babb
House Mistress of Gryphon
Dragon House
Mr Paul Rafton
House Master of Dragon
Phoenix House
Mr Alexander Tennant
House Master of Phoenix
Secondary School House Masters
Unicorn House
Ms Kathryn Hollowood
House Mistress of Unicorn
Gryphon House
Mr Nicholas Lomas
House Master of Gryphon
Dragon House
Mr Gerard McMahon
House Master of Dragon
Phoenix House
Mrs Marsha Johnson-Isles
House Master of Phoenix
Join Our Community
More than a tradition, the LEH Foshan House System is a vibrant, living community where students build lasting friendships, discover their potential, and develop the character to thrive in a global future.
Ready to see how your child can belong, grow, and lead at LEH Foshan? Explore our admissions process or contact our admissions team to learn more.
