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Introduction to the Boarding Houses
Hockerill has five boarding houses, each offering high-quality accommodation, age-appropriate routines and a strong sense of community for students aged 11 to 18.
Each House is led by a dedicated Head of House and pastoral team who provide tailored support and guidance. Boarders are assigned a personal House Tutor who oversees their wellbeing, academic progress, and day-to-day experience.
Houses are more than places to live—they are vibrant communities where boarders develop a sense of pride, loyalty and identity. Through the House Status System, students are recognised for their contribution to the community, gaining privileges and responsibilities along the way.
Boarders are encouraged to take initiative, lead by example and contribute to House life through formal roles and regular student voice meetings. With strong pastoral care, clearly defined routines and a culture of respect and inclusion, the boarding experience at Hockerill is one of opportunity, growth and belonging.
Welcome to Winchester House
Winchester House is a girls' boarding house for students in Year 7-10
Head of House: Mrs Lorna Corrigan
Deputy Head of House: Mrs Sarah Cooper & Miss Lisa Eaton
House Captains: Paradise Lee, Emma Hales & Ellie Mihajlovic
Deputy House Captains: Georginna Lam, Lola Nykanen, Clara Lam
Sports Captains: Esme Bailey, Isabelle Ireland
Junior Sports Captain : Lara Marsh, Saoirse O'Shea
Welcome to Canterbury House
Canterbury House is a boys' boarding house for students in Year 7-8
Head of House: Mrs Celestine Faiers
Deputy Head of House: Mr Guy Dinwiddy
House Captain: Isaac Leigh
Deputy House Captains: Dodi Ojji & Arthur Harris
Sports Captains: Devon Fletcher & Charlie Chamerlain
Welcome to Durham House
Durham House is a boys' boarding house for students in Year 9-10
Head of House: Mrs Celestine Faiers
Deputy Head of House: Mr Guy Dinwiddy
House Captains: Jessal Wilkinson
Deputy House Captains: Thembani Ngwenya
Sports Captains: Gabe Smith
Welcome to Roding House
Roding House is a girls' boarding house for students in Year 11-13
Head of House: Mrs Joanne Bailey
Deputy Head of House: Miss Anne-Marie Abebe
House Captains: Mariam Makkawi
Deputy House Captains: Eva Riccioni Carteni
Sports Captains: Iman Ogunlola
Welcome to Thames House
Thames House is a boys' boarding house for students in Year 11-13
Head of House: Mr Chris Jones
Deputy Head of House: Mr Carwyn Jones
House Captains: Ermal Lisha
Deputy House Captains: Federico Rossi
Sports Captains: Tayo Orimoloye
Deputy Sports Captain: Rory Hardiman