All KS2 pupils represent one of our four houses -Moonstone, Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby- and earn points for their house by demonstrating outstanding learning behaviours and by competing and by serving the school community. All KS2 teachers also represent one of our four houses.

 

As part of our Pupil Leadership offer, we believe that children need to experience duties and responsibilities that come with being a member of a community in order to help them prepare to play an active role as citizens in the wider world.

At Mary Deans C of E school, the role of the House Captain is very important to the day to day organisation of our school. Only our year 6 pupils are allowed to apply for the position of House and Deputy Captain as we believe they demonstrate the maturity and responsible attitude needed to fulfil the role. They are more than just a title and badge –they are role-models for our school and require dedication and commitment for an entire year.

The positions not only allow the Year Six pupils to lead by example and demonstrate their responsibility, it also enables the younger children to learn from a good example.

Each child Year 6 is given the opportunity to apply for the job. They prepare a manifesto to share with the children in their House colours and then those children vote in a formal election. The elections are organised and run by Year 6 teachers.

Once their application has been successful, the roles are announced in a whole school celebration assembly.

 

Characteristics of House Captains

● Polite and well-mannered

● Organised and committed

● A confident speaker

● Well-presented in uniform and appearance

● Able to liaise and converse with staff, peers, and the wider community

● Desire to act responsibly and to be a role model for other students

● Be caring, mature and honest

● Inspirational

We expect you:

● To be a positive role model and ambassador for the school, demonstrating our school values.

● To be enthusiastic and committed to the House System at Mary Dean’s C of E school.

● To be friendly and positive with all students, particularly within your House.

● To be part of the team of House Captains who work together to achieve success for all.

 

Role Description

 

Duties:

● Lead and support the children of your House in a variety of House Competitions and whole school events

● Work closely with the PE department and Year 6 staff, providing ideas and support for competitions and House related activities

● Collect, monitor and announce House Points.

● Attend regular meetings with key members of staff

● Inspire and motivate the children of your House and lead House assemblies

● Be an excellent role model in behaviour, attitude and dress at all times

● To support the dinner staff with the running of school lunch times

● Showing visitors around the school

● Helping to set up the hall for assemblies