House System

The House system is a long-standing tradition in British schools, contributing significantly to the holistic development of students and fostering a sense of community, camaraderie, and healthy competition. Rooted in the rich history of a Sedbergh education, this system has evolved over centuries, becoming a cornerstone of school culture and identity.

Completely new 6-house system, inherited from 500 years of British heritage

WHAT IS THE HOUSE SYSTEM AND HOW WILL MY CHILD BENEFIT FROM IT?

Following the tradition of Sedbergh School in the UK, students from Grade 1 onwards are assigned to one of six Houses upon joining the School. Houses are made up of students across different age groups and year levels, with siblings usually placed in the same House. The House system plays a central role in student care and support at the School. It provides a close-knit community where students build a strong sense of belonging, while giving older students opportunities to develop leadership skills and support and guide younger members. Throughout the academic year, students also develop a healthy spirit of competition through inter-House activities in sport, music, drama, community projects and academic challenges.

At Sedbergh Vietnam, each House is led by a House Leader and House Captains elected by students. Older students are encouraged to mentor and support younger members, helping to foster leadership, compassion, responsibility and mutual respect. Through inter-House competitions, events, performances, sporting activities and community service projects, students are encouraged to strengthen their sense of teamwork and make a positive contribution to the wider community. Houses also come together regularly for meetings and activities throughout the year, competing for the House Cup. Awarded at the end of the academic year, the House Cup recognises the House with the strongest overall achievements across sport, the arts, academics, leadership and community service.

The House system provides a meaningful foundation for students to live out the School’s core values of Humility, Ambition, Resilience and Kindness. Through House life, students learn not only to compete with integrity, but also to collaborate, lead, support one another and share in the joy of collective achievement.

CLUBS

Many clubs were founded and led by students themselves to help the community such as: Habitat for Humanity (Project to support housing), Anti – Bullying Project (Project against school violence) , Model United Nation (MUN). Participating in these activities will help children develop a sense of social responsibility, thereby developing the skills needed as a global citizen to contribute to the community.

Twice a week, Sedbergh Vietnam students participate in after-school clubs. Clubs are organized in many fields: sports, academics, arts to develop students’ diverse talents and interests.

The Primary & Junior Club Program is team based and exposes the students to a wide range of athletic, academic, and artistic activities. The Intermediate & Senior Club Program offers more specialized clubs run over a longer period of time such as game-based learning, creative coding, photography, culinary, and the yearbook.

PRIMARY SCHOOL CLUBS

TALENTS & INTERESTS

Over the years, Sedbergh Vietnam’s clubs have provided Primary School students with diverse opportunities to explore their interests, develop their talents and learn new skills. From sports and the arts to student-led activities, each club offers a space for students to take an active role, connect with their peers and discover their individual strengths.

IntermediatSecondary School Clubs

CONFIDENCE & PROACTIVITY

Our Intermediate/Senior Clubs Program continues to thrive and last year we were able to offer a wide range of Clubs that catered to the interests of all students. The Student-Led, Sport-Based Clubs were a huge hit for all the students and we will expand upon this success this year as we strive to give our students as many opportunities as possible to be active. GIN (Global Issues Network) Clubs also continue to be an integral part of the Intermediate/Senior program in addition to the many other endeavours that our teachers prepare.

LIST OF OUR CLUBS

Over 60 clubs operate every Tuesday and Thursday. The list of school clubs divided by grade level and theme is as follows:

Primary School Clubs (Grades 1–5)

Academics & Learning Support
Vietnamese Tutoring Club
Math Tutoring Club
Little Book Explorers Club
Reading Club
Book Discovery Club
Music & Performance
Sing Together Club
Choir Club
Entertainment & Games
Chess & Puzzles Club
Board Games & Lego Club
Traditional Games Club
Chess & Chinese Chess Club
Rubik’s Cube Club
Sports & Physical Activities
Running Club
Badminton Club
Pickleball Club
Golf Club
Tennis Club
Jiujitsu Club
Arts & Creativity
3D Coloring Club
Statue Painting Club
Air-Dry Clay Club
3D Model Club
Performing Arts Club
Craft Workshop Club
Life Technology Club
Clubs for Grade 1-5 will run for 12 weeks, teachers will proactively arrange and change clubs for students (from small houses) every weeks.

Secondary School Clubs (Grades 6–12)

Academics & Learning Support
English Support Club
Math Support Club
Study Support Club
IELTS Speaking Club
Model United Nations (MUN) Club
Music & Performance
Music Club
Digital Music Production Club
Drama Club
Business & Leadership
Marketing & Business Club
iDEA Club
Student Council
Sports & Physical Activities
Yoga Club
Modern Dance Club
Rugby Club
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Volleyball Club
Secondary School Football Team
Arts & Creativity
Fine Arts Club
Creative Arts Club
IGCSE/A Levels Art Club
A Levels Art Exam Prep Club
Creative Writing Club
Velvet Wire Flowers Club
Digital Painting Club
Entertainment & Culture
ICHESS Club
Chinese Chess Club
Traditional Games Club
Historical Films Club
Debate Club
Spanish Club
Clubs for Grade 6-12 will run for 12 weeks, students can actively choose to join the club they like.

Arts & Culture

An environment that honors art and good cultural values

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