At The Blue Coat School our House system is at the heart of school life. Every student belongs to one of six Houses: Curie, Franklin, Roscoe, Seacole, Tod, and Turing. Each House provides a supportive environment where students can grow, collaborate, and take part in a wide range of activities.

Being part of a House fosters a true sense of community and belonging. Students are not just members of a year group, they become part of a family within the school, where friendships, mentorship, and shared experiences flourish. Houses compete in academic, sporting, and creative challenges throughout the year, encouraging teamwork, healthy competition, and school spirit.

House Names and Inspirations

• Curie – Named after Marie Curie, the pioneering scientist who conducted groundbreaking research on radioactivity and challenged stereotypes about the role of females in science. Curie House celebrates curiosity, determination, and the pursuit of knowledge.
• Franklin – Named after Rosalind Franklin, an Anglo-Jewish woman who conducted a series of major experiments during World War II and made a significant contribution to the discovery of DNA. Franklin House values insight, perseverance, and intellectual courage.
• Roscoe – Named after William Roscoe, an MP for Liverpool, historian, patron of the arts and, crucially, one of the very first people in the country to denounce the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Roscoe House embodies social awareness, moral courage, and a commitment to making a difference.
• Seacole – Named after Mary Seacole, a British-Jamaican nurse, businesswoman and courageous humanitarian who rode out to the Crimean battlefield with food and medicine to care for soldiers. Seacole House champions compassion, resilience, and service to others.
• Tod – Named after the Tod family who are philanthropists supporting many aspects of life at our school for over 50 years and have helped students enjoy educational and cultural trips. The family even helped the school to remain open in the 1980s. Tod House celebrates leadership, community spirit, and commitment.
• Turing – Named after Alan Turing, a mathematician famous for cracking the German’s Enigma coding system. In 2013, he was granted a posthumous pardon for how he was treated as a gay man in the 50s, and his legacy paved the way for the pardoning of nearly 50,000 men through the Turing Law. Turing House values innovation, problem-solving, and creativity in thought and action.

Beyond competitions, the House system encourages personal development, leadership, and contribution to the wider school community. From helping peers to representing your House in events, there are countless ways to get involved and make a difference.

Whether you are celebrating achievements, taking part in House events, or supporting one another through everyday school life, being part of a House gives students a sense of pride, connection, and identity that lasts long after their time at school.