Copeland House

Each year I am amazed by the continuous comradery, teamwork and support that is ingrained in Copeland House. This academic year we have continued to face the challenges of the restrictions placed on Interhouse due to the ongoing pandemic, yet Copeland’s adaptability, tenacity and perseverance have shone through continuously.

Although there have been difficulties and we have struggled to retain our mid-table position, there has still been an abundance of laughter and joy experienced by Team Copeland. There is a fantastic sense of support within our house, that allows all of our pupils to take part in various activities which showcase the diversity of talent that we have at our disposal, whether that be sporting, artistic, mindful or academic. There have been a series of highlights throughout the academic year:

The House Performance – The team were tasked to reimagine the classic fairy-tale, ‘Cinderella’. Led by our brilliant Junior Captain and Junior Vice-Captain: Kulsoom and Gabriella in Year 8. Both girls demonstrated fantastic leadership, comradery and support to their peers and they produced a dynamic, funny and innovative performance. Very well done to all of those pupils involved.

House Albums – Both our Year 9 and Year 10 entries for our House Albums scored extremely highly; there were some fantastic songs; ranging from The Beatles to Coldplay to Bob Marley. The choices captured the unique personality and characteristics of Copeland House. There were also some brilliant graphic designs created by Annette in Year 9; her use of colour, image and graphology was of a very high standard.

The Copeland Bobsleigh – The Year 8 boys, with the help, guidance and wisdom of Mr Tracey, designed and created an eccentric bobsleigh. The boys were so incredibly proud of what they had produced, and so was I. It may not have gained first place, but the joyous atmosphere, created by the boys, really epitomised what it meant to be part of our House and the bobsleigh remained in my classroom for a long time afterwards.

Finally, throughout the year there has been an abundance of sporting highlights for Copeland. The SixthForm boys and girls volleyball teams performed incredibly well; they showed real determination and grit in what were two very tense finals. For the Juniors, our Year 7 and 8 rugby team was something to behold; the return of team sports was Interhouse at its best. Our MVPs were Maryam Al Kaabi in Year 8 and Gabriella Franklin in Year 7.

In conclusion, I am extremely proud to be Head of Copeland House, due to the hard work, dedication and commitment from not just all the pupils but the staff members as well. Without the support of our wonderful staff team, our House would not function. Thank you all so very much for a memorable and brilliant year. Keep digging deep, working hard and pushing yourselves to be the best house we can be.

Mr Ball Head of House