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Test Valley Nursery & Primary School Stockbridge • Hampshire
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STUDENT LIFE & PASTORAL CARE

A Vibrant Community of Belonging

Every student belongs to one of our four historic Houses, fostering mutual support, lifelong friendships, and spirited inter-house debate, creative performance, and athletics in the Hampshire countryside.

A Vibrant Community of Belonging
Test Valley School • Roman Way, Stockbridge, Hampshire
Pastoral Houses 4 Houses Vertical Family Community
Co-Curricular 35+ Clubs Sports, Arts & Societies
Outdoor Expeditions DofE Award Hampshire Hill Treks
Pastoral Mentorship 15:1 Ratio Dedicated Tutor Care
PASTORAL CARE & HOUSES

The Four Houses: A Community Within a Community

At Test Valley, pastoral care is woven into the very fabric of daily life through our four historic Houses: Roman, Test, Clarendon, and Stockbridge.

From their first morning, pupils are embraced by a vertical tutor group pairing younger pupils with older student mentors. Daily tutor check-ins ensure that academic curiosity, emotional wellbeing, and personal character develop side-by-side.

From fiercely contested sports tournaments and the annual House Drama trophy to charitable drives in the local community, the House system cultivates pride, camaraderie, and an enduring sense of belonging.
About Test Valley Pastoral Leadership & House Masters
Pastoral Leadership & House Masters
Pastoral Leadership & House Masters Vertical Tutoring • Heads of House • Student Mentorship
THE HOUSE SYSTEM

Four Historic Houses. One United Community.

Every pupil belongs to one of four historic Houses, fostering vertical camaraderie, leadership opportunities, and lifelong friendships across all year groups.

Roman House Navy & Gold

Virtus et Constantia

Courage & Constancy

Steeped in the heritage of Roman Way Stockbridge. Champions of academic debate, ethical philosophy, and collegiate mentorship.

House Master: Dr. Sterling 85 Scholars
Test House River Green & Silver

Fluere et Florere

Flow & Flourish

Inspired by the crystal waters of the River Test. Celebrated for environmental stewardship, outdoor expeditions, and cross-country running.

House Master: Mrs. Langford 82 Scholars
Clarendon House Burgundy & Cream

Honestas et Ingenium

Honesty & Intellect

Echoing the historic Clarendon Way. Renowned for theatrical productions, chamber choir, public speaking, and charitable initiatives.

House Master: Mr. Foster 88 Scholars
Stockbridge House Ochre & Slate

Unitas et Fortitudo

Unity & Fortitude

Rooted in the historic market town community. Exuberant team camaraderie, sportsmanship on match days, and peer coaching.

House Master: Ms. Hawthorne 84 Scholars
CO-CURRICULAR LIFE

Beyond the Timetable: Sports, Arts & Expeditions

From navigating Hampshire chalk ridges on Duke of Edinburgh treks to chamber music and STEM olympiads.

Duke of Edinburgh Award Expeditions

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Pupils undertake Bronze and Silver awards, mastering map navigation, wilderness campcraft, and teamwork across the Hampshire Downs.

Bronze & Silver 80+ Annual Trekkers
Competitive Sport & Athletics Athletics

Competitive Sport & Athletics

Rugby, netball, cross-country runs along the River Test, cricket, and inclusive inter-house tournaments foster physical resilience.

Hampshire Leagues 14 Teams
Music, Drama & Choral Performing Arts

Music, Drama & Choral

Annual dramatic stage productions, chamber choir recitals, orchestral ensembles, and individual instrumental masterclasses.

Termly Concerts Chamber Choir
STEM & Debating Union Enrichment

STEM & Debating Union

Competitive robotics, Astronomy society, Model UN, and regional secondary school debating challenge young minds.

Model UN Robotics League
1. Pastoral Mentorship

Vertical Tutoring

With a 15:1 student-to-tutor ratio, every pupil meets daily with their personal tutor. Senior students mentor younger peers, eliminating social divides and instilling mutual respect.

2. Daily Enrichment Hour

3:15 PM – 4:30 PM

The school day transitions into 35+ clubs, academic clinics, music rehearsals, and team squad practices. Every pupil participates in at least two enrichment disciplines weekly.

3. Pupil Leadership

Prefects & Captains

From Head Pupils and House Captains to Sports Ambassadors and Student Council delegates, our students take genuine ownership of school initiatives and community service.

COLLEGIATE DISCOVERY

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VOICES OF TEST VALLEY

Reflections from Our School Community

"What distinguishes Test Valley School is its exceptional ability to balance stately academic rigour with genuine warmth and kindness. Both of our children have flourished intellectually and grown into articulate, thoughtful young leaders."

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Dr. Rupert & Claire Sterling
Parents of Year 9 & Year 11 Scholars

"The teachers at Test Valley taught me not just what to learn, but how to question rigorously and think for myself. My passion for biochemistry was born right here in Mr. Foster's lab."

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Amelia Thornton (Class of 2024)
Alumni & Peter Symonds Academic Scholar

"Being part of the House system gave me the confidence to stand up and speak publicly, lead our cross-country team, and mentor younger Year 7 pupils starting their secondary journey."

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James Cadogan
Head of Roman House & Year 11 Pupil

"The school feels like an anchor for our Hampshire valley community. The teachers communicate with incredible promptness, and our daughter looks forward to every single morning."

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Sarah Pendelton
Stockbridge Resident & Year 8 Parent
ARRANGE A CAMPUS VISIT

Experience Student Life Firsthand

Join us for a morning tour of our Hampshire campus. Walk our grounds, meet our House Tutors, and see our vibrant clubs and societies in action.