Pastoral Systems & Houses

The House System - SHSS

Students are assigned to one of the four houses on joining St Helena Secondary School. Our aim is to promote individual and team achievement through the competition and participation of students in a varied range of House activities, including those on the sporting field. Events take place throughout the year and we aim to encourage all of our students to play their part and contribute to the spirit of the House.  

The Houses at St Helena Secondary School are named after captains who came to the island in the earlier part of its history and a past governor.  There are four houses; 

Cavendish House named after Captain Thomas Cavendish who came to the island in 1588. House colour is Green, mascot is a Panther; their slogan is ‘Dashing and Daring’.

Dutton House named after Captain John Dutton who came to the island in 1659. House colour is Blue, mascot is an Eagle; their slogan is ‘Glide to Glory’. 

Jenkins House named after Governor Robert Jenkins who came to the island in 1740. House colour is Red, mascot is a lion; their slogan is ‘Strength to Strength’.

Mundens House named after Captain Richard Mundens who came to the island in 1673. House colour is Yellow, mascot is a Cheetah; their slogan is ‘Stamina, Strength and Style’.