House Program

Many aspects of Ivanhoe Grammar School are steeped in history; the House Program is definitely one of them. It has long been understood that personal and social education are a central part of the learning that occurs in schools. Students who feel good about themselves and who are excited and stimulated by the learning environment they are in, are more likely to be students who are ready and willing to learn. The House Program at Ivanhoe Grammar School plays an integral role in educating the whole child and supports the ethos of the School.

The House Program assists in the development of individual character by providing opportunities for students to:

• enjoy success

• form supportive relationships with peers and teachers

• build interpersonal skills

• develop higher self-esteem and a sense of belonging

• increase their contribution and commitment to the School Community

• create social opportunities and bonds

• improve school engagement and academic outcomes

• develop their leadership including cross age mentoring

• move outside their comfort zone

• develop emotional intelligence, intuition, and team building skills

• live out the attributes of an Ivanhoe Learner: Courageous, Innovative, Collaborative, Ethical, Balanced, Reflective and Compassionate.

Athelstane

Athelstane House was assigned the colour yellow and was named after the last of the Saxon Kings. The House shield displays the three-pointed Saxon Crown, the School’s mitre and crossed swords.

Lincoln

Lincoln House was established in 1954 due to a growing student body. Lincoln House was assigned the colour green and is represented by the shield of the English town bearing the same name.

Sherwood

In the early days of the School, boarders belonged to Sherwood (named after the English forest) and were represented by the colour red. The shield displays the Nottingham Forest Club tree and the School’s mitre and crossed swords.

Thoresby

Originally students who lived in Ivanhoe and Heidelberg were assigned to Thoresby, represented by the colour blue. The shield displays a mailed, armed fist and the School’s mitre and crossed swords.