Each House has its own unique character, creating a welcoming environment where pupils build lasting friendships and feel a true sense of belonging.
Within this supportive community, pupils are encouraged to explore their interests, excel in their academic subjects, and make the most of the opportunities available to them. With guidance from Heads of House and our dedicated Pastoral Leadership Teams, every pupil benefits from a strong support network that monitors both their wellbeing and academic progress.
The House system is a vital part of our pastoral care, strengthening unity, team spirit, and camaraderie while also providing valuable leadership opportunities. It ensures that every pupil is not only supported but also empowered to contribute, lead and thrive.
Our vertical House System plays a central role in building a strong sense of community, mentorship, and leadership. With a family-style approach to support, pupils are empowered to take an active role in shaping their environment through initiatives such as the Pupil Council, Prefect Programme, HEALTH Committee, Respect Monitors and Sustainability Groups.
Houses lead key initiatives, including the Healthy Picnic, Innovation and Enterprise House Challenges, and Make a Difference (MAD) Week, as well as sporting competitions and celebrations like Global Awareness and National Day. Through these experiences, pupils develop teamwork, responsibility and a commitment to social impact, ensuring they leave Brighton College Abu Dhabi as confident and compassionate global citizens.
At Brighton College Abu Dhabi, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility within a community begins in the Prep School and continues throughout the College. The House system plays a key role in this by promoting teamwork, camaraderie and shared achievement. Through events like Sports Day, pupils compete with pride, strengthening their bonds and school spirit. House points, awarded for attendance, punctuality, effort and other positive contributions, encourage pupils to strive for excellence. This friendly competition not only celebrates individual success but also reinforces the importance of collective effort, creating a supportive and spirited school community.
Our House system plays a vital role in pastoral care, ensuring every pupil feels supported and valued. In the Prep School, pupils attend House assemblies and receive guidance from dedicated Heads of House, fostering a strong sense of belonging from an early age. In the Senior School, pupils from Year 7 to Sixth Form meet daily for House time, creating a supportive environment where older pupils mentor younger ones and strong relationships are built across year groups. This structure promotes well-being, personal development and a close-knit community where every pupil is well-known and encouraged to thrive.
To learn more about our House System at Brighton College Abu Dhabi, please get in touch with our admissions team.
