At Attenborough, we believe that our learners benefit greatly from being members of mixed-age school house teams. Such opportunities to work, learn, succeed and fail in mixed age collaboration, strengthens bonds, communication and knowledge of others. Positive relationships develop and this encourages our learners to support each other socially, emotionally and academically. Our House system further embeds a strong sense of responsibility and belonging, in addition to inspiring positive mindsets for the future. All learners have the opportunity to participate and compete in a range of additional learning activities, competitions and events across the school year.
Ashworth House
James Ashworth (1989–2012) was a British soldier awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry during the Afghanistan Conflict. James Ashworth is the 14th recipient of the award since the end of the Second World War.
Sukanaivalu House
Sefanaia Sukanaivalu (1918–1944) was a Fijian soldier who was awarded the Victorian Cross for gallantry during the Second World War. To this day, he is the only Fijian to be awarded the VC.
Harris House
Elizabeth Harris (1834–1917) was an English nurse who was awarded the Victoria Cross in 1869, for her bravery during a cholera outbreak in India. She remains the only woman to be awarded a Victoria Cross of any description.
Pun House
Tul Pun तुल बहादुर पुन मगर (1923–2011) was a Nepalese Gurkha awarded the Victoria Cross for gallantry during the Second World War. In addition to the Victoria Cross, Tul Pun was awarded 10 other medals, including the Burma Star.
