House System

At Burnt Mill Academy we are extremely proud of our House system that fosters a sense of community and pride within our school. It gives students the opportunities to work together, and collaborate with others, from different year groups and friendship groups in fun and engaging events throughout the year. 

The House system promotes healthy competition, that drives students to improve and be the best they can be. But more importantly, can also teach lessons about resilience and not giving up if you don’t succeed first time.

When joining the school each of our students is placed into one of our six houses. Each house is headed by a House Leader, a member of staff responsible for the House and the House Representatives, student leaders who together with the house leaders work to ensure all students are given opportunity and support to represent their house in one of our many house competitions. The House Representative role allows for the promotion of responsibility amongst the older students and allows them to build leadership and motivation skills.

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Below each House Leader introduces their house and their values;

Cheshire

Together we achieve“In Cheshire house we work together to achieve our goals. By supporting one another, we can all succeed”. Cheshire values:

Inclusion – we make sure no one is left out. 

Fairness – we treat people the same, no matter who they are. 

Ambition – we always try our best.

Cockroft

“Cockcroft house understands that to succeed, you must first have the courage to dream it and imagine it. You need the confidence to believe in yourself, and with hard work and determination you can achieve anything you want”.

Eliot

“What does it mean to be a part of Eliot?

We respect each other and our rivals. We are all on this planet together and we achieve more when we work together. We celebrate our differences and learn from each other's cultures. As Eliot members, we always strive for greatness, whilst remaining humble”. 

Hunt

Never give up!

“Those in Hunt house aim to strive for all their goals, persevering when facing challenges and working together to triumph. Determined to develop, improve and learn from others is a core aspect of Hunt”. 

Moore

Learn through trust

“In Moore we help each other to succeed and overcome our obstacles together. Through this team work we ensure each of us is able to perform at their best”.

Moore House Values: 

Commitment – we try our best. 

Perseverance – we never give up. 

Curiosity – we ask questions and listen to others. 

Sheppard

“In Sheppard House, we want to be the best possible versions of ourselves, both inside and outside of school”.

What qualities do we pride ourselves on in Sheppard? 

Being campaigners- standing up for what is right

Being studious- working hard with our studies

Being active - taking part in sports, the arts and other enrichment opportunities