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The House System

At Blundell’s our Houses lie at the very heart of the school, and its ethos.

All pupils at Blundell’s are assigned to a Boarding House. Each House consists of boarders (full, weekly & flexi) and day pupils and the academic tutoring system operates under the guidance of the Housemaster or Housemistress. The House is where pupils find friendship, community, support and advice, as well as a genuine sense of belonging. The Boarding Houses provide a true home within the school for all of our pupils, somewhere for them to do their work, relax with their friends and, for the boarders, to sleep.

Yet they are much more than this, for it is through the houses that pupils learn the social skills that will serve them in later life: how to get on with others, how to work as part of a team, and how to support and care for those around them. As a school we believe that people are defined by their values, and the embedding of a strong set of values is what underpins our boarding ethos, and our Boarding House system.

In addition, the Boarding House system at Blundell’s is set up to ensure pupils have the most appropriate support and provision for their age and stage of life. In years 7 & 8, all pupils are members of School House, a ‘school within a school’ for our youngest pupils. Here they benefit from the exceptional opportunities and teaching surrounding them, while retaining the nurturing and supportive environment of a House run specifically for 11-13 year olds. In Year 9 pupils move into one of our five senior, single-sex Houses where our experienced team of Houseparents, assisted by tutors and matrons, support them as they develop into young adults. Finally, in their final year all pupils come together once again in Westlake, our Year 13 Boarding House which enables us to provide a bespoke pre-university setting, supporting pupils through their final year at school while simultaneously preparing them for life beyond Blundell’s.

Latest News

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House Music 2024

House Music was a highlight of the term, with standout performances from Reuben (Old House) winning the Solo Performance Trophy and Nico (Westlake) earning Best Individual Contribution. North Close won the Ensemble Trophy, and Old House claimed both the House Song and overall titles. Pupils were praised for their energy and effort throughout the event.

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Westminster Abbey Evensong

An incredible experience for our pupils to sing in one of the world’s most famous churches

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Blundell’s School pupils achieve the school’s highest ever GCSE results

Blundell’s School pupils have achieved the school’s highest ever GCSE results, for exams taken under standard conditions.

This extraordinary achievement reflects the unwavering dedication and effort our pupils have poured into their studies.

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Blundell’s School pupils achieve outstanding A level results 2024

Blundell’s School is delighted to announce another outstanding set of A-Level results, marking the second consecutive year our pupils have surpassed the significant threshold of 80% A*-B grades, since the return to normal grading post-COVID.

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U13 South West Development Camp

Blundell's School was delighted to host the first U13 South West Development Camp, an innovative and collaborative initiative for county pathway cricket.

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School House & Senior School Sports Day 2024

Sports Day showcased the athletic talents, team spirit, and school pride of Blundell's

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Blundell's Fest 2024

Blundell's Fest 2024: Hosted by the Blundell's Fest team, this year's festival proved to be a spectacular affair, offering a diverse array of activities that catered to all ages and interests. From engaging workshops that sparked creativity to thrilling physical activities, attendees were treated to an unforgettable experience.

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Girls’ 1st XI Cricket

Girls’ 1st XI Cricket

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Introducing Our New School Uniform for September 2024

Introducing Our New School Uniform for September 2024: A Fresh Look for a Bright Future!

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