School Houses

At Long Wittenham School our students are grouped into houses named after local landmarks, connecting our children with our community’s rich history and the very land on which they learn.

Wessex (Blue):

Discover the House of Wessex, a fascinating replica of a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon house. Standing on the grounds where a significant building once stood, discovered in 2016, this house offers a glimpse into our local history. The original structure’s size and location suggest it might have been a royal residence of the Wessex Kingdom, adding a touch of heritage to our school community.

Trafalgar (Red):

In 2005, Long Wittenham became part of a nationwide initiative commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Tens of thousands of trees were planted across Britain, with 10,000 finding a home in our community. Fun fact: It took 5,000 mature oak trees to build just one ship for Admiral Nelson’s fleet!

Neptune (Green):

Neptune Wood, named after one of the ships in the Battle of Trafalgar, holds a special place in our hearts. Captain Sir Thomas Fremantle, commander of HMS Neptune, lived nearby. In 2005, local school children joined the effort to plant oak trees in Neptune Wood. Today, a beautiful willow structure stands tall, representing the mighty HMS Neptune and the collaborative spirit of our community.

 

House Point Competitions

At our school, we take pride in fostering a community based on our core values: kindness, curiosity, and determination. Each term, we run an exciting House Point Competition, where students earn points by embodying these values in their daily school life.

Every week, our House Captains gather the points for their respective houses, and at the end of each term, the house with the most points is awarded the coveted House Cup.

In addition to contributing to their house, individual students work towards personal recognition during assemblies, striving to achieve Copper, Bronze, Silver, and Gold certificates.

Throughout the year, we also organise special events where students participate in their houses—whether it's art projects, Sports Day, or other exciting school activities. These events encourage teamwork, creativity, and a strong sense of community.