Dynasty-themed House System
At West Island School, the House System is built around six Chinese Dynasties: Han, Ming, Qing, Song, Tang and Yuan. These dynasties serve as the foundation for fostering identity, collaboration, and school spirit across all year groups. Every student, teacher, and staff member is allocated to one of these dynasties, creating a shared sense of belonging and community.
Goals of the Dynasties
- Encourage cross-year collaboration
- Promote enthusiastic participation in school life
- Inspire healthy competition
- Cultivate student leadership and personal growth
Activities and Opportunities
Inter-Dynasty activities offer a wide range of opportunities for students to engage in both academic and extracurricular pursuits.
- Academic challenges
- Sporting competitions
- Creative events
- Community support events
- Whole school celebrations
Student Leadership Growth: Dynasty Leaders
Leadership development is a key component of the Dynasty-themed House System. Each dynasty has six leaders from Years 11-13 who work closely with the Head of Dynasty, Mr Harding, and the Head Student Team. Their role includes gathering student voice on school life and recommending enrichment activities.
