Dynasty-themed House System
At West Island School, the House System is built around six Chinese Dynasties: Han, Ming, Qing, Song, Tang and Yuan. These dynasties serve as the foundation for fostering identity, collaboration, and school spirit across all year groups. Every student, teacher, and staff member is allocated to one of these dynasties, creating a shared sense of belonging and community.
Goals of the Dynasties
- Encourage cross-year collaboration
- Promote enthusiastic participation in school life
- Inspire healthy competition
- Cultivate student leadership and personal growth
Activities and Opportunities
Inter-Dynasty activities offer a wide range of opportunities for students to engage in both academic and extracurricular pursuits.
- Science collaborations
- Swimming Gala
- Athletics Day
- Sports
- Games
Student Leadership Growth
Leadership development is a key component of the Dynasty-themed House System, with structured roles for students across different year levels:
- Dynasty Leaders (Years 11–13): Each dynasty has six leaders who work closely with the Head of Dynasty, Mr Harding, and the Head Student Team. Their role includes gathering student voice on school life and recommending enrichment activities.
- Dynasty Representatives (Years 7–10): Younger students have the opportunity to shadow Dynasty Leaders and assist in organising school events. This hands-on experience helps them build essential skills in organisation, communication and collaboration, preparing them for future leadership roles.
