Pastoral Care

"Staff provide excellent pastoral care and support. On this strong foundation, the personal development of individual pupils is ensured and monitored". ISI Report 2010

Pastoral Care is an enormous strength of Royal Russell School. At every level our community aims to provide the ideal conditions in which our young people can thrive. Our House based system provides continuity throughout their time at the School. The Housemaster or Housemistress will welcome them to the School and carefully monitor their progress over the years supported by a full team of tutors. From here a network of care extends through regular contact with subject staff and support staff.


House System
All pupils are assigned to one of nine houses. Each House is supervised by a Housemaster or Housemistress, supported by other members of staff, and meets for weekly House Assemblies. Competition is annual in all major sports for the award of the House Trophy.

"The highly effective house system is at the heart of providing strong support for the pupils’ academic and personal development. Pupils are proud of their houses and support them in a wide range of activities and competitions". ISI Report 2010