Building Relationships

When each student enrols, they are placed into their House and will remain a member of this House for the whole time they are at the School.

Each of the eight Houses constitutes the primary group for sporting and cultural activities including the House Cup each year – as well as providing a student focus for pastoral care and student welfare programs. Each House was named after a significant person in the history of the School and has its own colours, crest, motto, totem and prayer.

To support younger boys entering the School, Year 5 boys are given a Year 12 buddy to help them navigate the nuances of Lewo life. This also provides valuable mentoring and leadership experience for the older students – and the bonds that form are often close and long-lasting.

“If someone were to ask me what I valued the most during my time at Lewisham, it was the strong bonds of friendship, between not only students but teachers, who worked together to further our potential.