At Long Field Spencer Academy, our vibrant House system is at the heart of school life, fostering a strong sense of community, belonging and pride among students and staff alike. Our four Houses Leo, Titan, Phoenix, and Thanos form the foundation of our commitment to building traditions, celebrating achievements, and raising standards.
Every student belongs to a House from day one at Long Field, selected during Year 6 Transition Day by our very own Sorting Hat — a fun and memorable introduction to Long Field life. Each House is made up of students from across all year groups, creating a vertical tutoring structure that encourages mentorship, teamwork and a supportive family atmosphere.
House Tutors are key staff members who meet with students daily during House Time, offering guidance and encouragement. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: Ready, Respectful, and Safe.
- Head of Phoenix – Mr Patel – Mpatel@longfieldspencer.org.uk
- Head of Leo – Mr Fretwell – sfretwell@longfieldspencer.org.uk
- Head of Thanos– Mr Potter – mpotter@longfieldspencer.org.uk
- Head of Titan – Mrs Patel – npatel@longfieldspencer.org.uk
Competition is at the heart of the House system and throughout the academic year there are a series of competitions involving all subject areas, culminating in the Varsity Trophy which is decided on Sports Day.
House Time at Long Field Spencer Academy
At Long Field Spencer Academy, House Time is a daily highlight with a dedicated 35-minute lesson straight after lunch that brings our school community together.
Each week, House Time includes a wide variety of enriching and engaging activities:
- House Assemblies for Titan, Thanos, Phoenix and Leo celebrate achievements and reinforce our core values.
- Numeracy Challenges sharpen problem solving skills through fun, fast-paced puzzles.
- Bites PSCHE Sessions provide meaningful discussions around personal, social, health and citizenship education.
- House of Games Thursdays bring joy and connection through school-wide bingo, Pictionary and other light-hearted team activities.
- Friday House Competitions and a topical “News Quiz” wrap up the week, promoting healthy rivalry, curiosity and collaboration.
- Careers Talks each Friday provide students with a chance to meet employers and employees from the world of work to learn about career pathways.
House Time is also a key part of our mission to ensure all students are Ready, Respectful, and Safe, while forming friendships and memories that last.
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