In 2026 we have 8 HOUSES:
BLACKBURN | COWAN | FREEMAN | GOOLAGONG
HOLLOWS | IRWIN | MABO | PATERSON
The names, colours and totems for each house, were chosen by the students.(
(See full house descriptions in the right drop down box)
The aim of the new house system is to:
- Provide a system holistic of all learners therefore including sporting, academic and artistic endeavours.
- Promote a positive self-identity, belonging, integrity and pride amongst all students.
- Constant and consistent encouragement for students to achieve their best.
- Develop a common goal between school staff and students.
- Create smaller groups of students
- Community and parent involvement with school initiatives
- Embedded and lasting school culture
- Visible house spirit
- An engaged student population with the house competitions as we move away from solely sporting activities
- Meaningful student comradery & competition
- Personal Growth and wellbeing
Points are awarded for academic excellence, approach to learning, particpation in cultural activities and exhibiting school values. Students can also get special points awarded for attendance, behaviour and effort. We also acknowledge individual students for their contribution on a weekly basis.