Corfe House
Welcome to Corfe House
On behalf of our House community, welcome to the Corfe House family. I look forward to meeting you all over the next few months and making 2024 a memorable year. This booklet will answer any questions you may have about the House system at College and Corfe House in particular.
The History of Corfe House The current Corfe House began in the building which is now known as Selwyn. That building was originally a Master’s house, then it accommodated Condell’s House. With the increase in dayboy numbers in the 1960s, the residential part of the House became the fourth dayboy House, Corfe, and upstairs was turned into a biology laboratory and a classroom. The name Corfe had earlier been associated with a House within the College. In the 1870s, those boys who had boarded with the Headmaster, Charles Carteret Corfe, had, in the tradition of the time, taken on the name of their Housemaster. Corfe House has taken the tui or parson bird’s head as its symbol. This forms the crest of the College coat of arms, and the white tuft with almost black plumage reflects College’s colours – black and white. In 2002, Corfe moved across Rolleston Avenue to the new dayboy Houses in Gloucester Street. The building in which it was once housed was renamed Selwyn after George Augustus Selwyn, the First Warden of Christ’s College and the only Anglican Bishop of the whole of New Zealand. The House motto is Rem Bene , translating to Do it Well .
Located in Gloucester Street, Corfe House has good facilities for study and recreation. All boys are encouraged to embrace the opportunities and challenges of everyday College life. We continue to develop and maintain a safe, structured, and stable environment that enables boys to be caring young people of character, able to pursue their unique talents. Parents are encouraged to attend College and House events. You can access the school calendar at www.christscollege.com. If you have any questions, we can discuss these when I meet you. Please contact me if there is anything I can help you with between now and the start of the of the new school year. – Arthur Wood, Housemaster
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The Housemaster
Along with my family, I immigrated from South Africa to New Zealand in 2007, leaving my role as Director of Boarding at Durban High School to become HoD Mathematics at Buller High School, Westport. In 2008, I joined Christ’s College as a Mathematics teacher. At the end of 2012, I left teaching to pursue an opportunity in industry. I rejoined College in 2016, taking roles in the Mathematics and PE departments. In 2017, I was appointed Boarding Housemaster of School House. In 2022, I helped to lead the development of the College Diploma as the Diploma Awards Coordinator. In recent seasons, I have also coached the College 1st XV and, more recently, the U15A rugby and the Year 9A cricket teams. My wife, Vikki, is a primary school teacher and we have two awesome children, Rebekah, 22, and Joshua, 20, who are both university students. Arthur Wood, Housemaster Mobile: 027 774 4227 Email: awood@christscollege.com Deputy Housemaster/Mentor Andrew Levenger Andrew arrived at College in July 2012, having spent the previous 13 years teaching in the United Kingdom, Wellington (for a year), and Dubai. In 2013, Andrew became Flower’s Housemaster, holding the role for five years before stepping away to become a mentor in Corfe House. He was made Corfe Deputy Housemaster at the start of 2021. In his time at College, Andrew has coached and managed the Colts and U15 hockey team. In cricket, he has taken a Year 9 team and the 2nd XI. He is the manager of the 1st XI. He has assisted in a variety of activities across the year groups and
is pleased to call Corfe House home. Email : alevenger@christscollege.com
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New Boys in 2024
NAME
PREVIOUS SCHOOL
Edward Ball Dash Flynn Max Hurring Harry Julian
Medbury School
Cobham Intermediate
Redwood School
Te Kura o Huriawa Thorrington
Trent Leeds Tyler Marshall Luca Maxwell Samuel Moggie George Rueppell Niklas Serlath
Medbury School Medbury School
Cathedral Grammar Cathedral Grammar
Medbury School
Cathedral Grammar Medbury School St Teresa’s School
Ryan Tian
Wills Townsend Sichong Wang
Medbury School
Tiger Wang
Cathedral Grammar
Cohen Wildermoth Lucas Wildermoth
Medbury School Medbury School
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Heads of House
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
JD Rodwell AH Maxwell
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
FJC Faull
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Oliver Beresford
GW McCook BM Marinov WCC Currie Reid Edmond
Ben Young Sam Dickie
JW Burt
CP McGoldrick
William Jones Charlie Poulter Matthew Moggie
WTC Taylor TPS Gordon
Ben Dickie
2011
TB McGoldrick
Harry Zarifeh
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The House System
Christ’s College is divided into 10 Houses, seven for dayboys, three for boarders. The dayboy houses are Condell’s, Corfe, Harper, Jacobs, Julius, Rolleston and Somes. The boarding houses are Flower’s, Richards and School.
House Structure The House system is one of the strong features of College. It is not just the physical base from which the boys operate, it is the unit in which boys may develop close relationships, leadership skills and a real sense of community. Academic, sporting and cultural facets are all catered for, particularly in interhouse competitions. However, the House is a lot more than a physical space. It is the structure in which the boys form lasting bonds with other members of the House and develop a strong sense of unity over their five years at College. Their involvement in a wide range of duties, as well as interhouse academic, sporting and cultural activities, encourages and instils a sense of responsibility, pride and commitment to the House in particular and to Christ’s College in general, and helps develop personal qualities and values. The Housemaster The Housemaster is responsible for the individual development of every student in the House, both academically and in co-curricular pursuits. They are the first liaison between parents and College. They advocate for their students when necessary and are in regular contact with teachers.
The Mentor System All Houses have a Deputy Housemaster/ Mentor and staff mentors who assist the Housemaster with pastoral care. Each boy is assigned a staff mentor and, in vertical groups of boys from Years 9–13, placed in a mentor group. These groups meet their mentor each week. Year 9 students spend Term 1 with their Housemaster, before being integrated into the groups in Term 2. During these weekly meetings, boys can discuss their goals for the year, as well as participate in other activities, such as group discussions, led by senior students. The goal planning process is student-driven, but guided and monitored by the mentor. Being part of a mentor group allows the boys to build a relationship with a member of staff who is not their Housemaster and is not necessarily one of their subject teachers. During the year, we invite parents to meet with their son and his mentor to reflect on the goal- planning process. This meeting provides an opportunity for the boys to explain what they aim to achieve and how they plan to realise their goals and aspirations. Mentors also undertake House duties and attend selected House assemblies and functions. They provide feedback to Housemasters about the boys in their group as required, and Housemasters can also access all goal-planning documentation.
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Hannah Clarkson / Mentor
Amanda Lester / Mentor
Tony O’Connor / Mentor
Shannon Small / Mentor
Kirstie Tucker / Mentor
Interhouse Activities There are many interhouse competitions, which range from most sporting codes to drama, debating, singing and chess. House prefects select and organise teams. Boys are encouraged to volunteer to be in teams, though teams are selected on merit, based on age group and ability. Interhouse activities are great fun and provide leadership skills, as well as fostering a special spirit in the House. Boys can earn House colours for their involvement and performance in interhouse activities. Boys get points for participating, making finals and winning championships. Athletic championships are held in Term 1, shortly after the swimming championships. In both cases there is an interhouse competition as well as the individual championships. Boys are encouraged to enter these competitions, both as individuals and in the various relay events.
The mentor system was introduced in 2018 and, while it has made a positive start, is likely to be refined in years to come. Head of House and Deputy Head of House The Head of House and his Deputy are Year 13 students. They assist the Housemaster in the running of the House. They often represent the views of the boys in the House about any changes to House organisation. They are responsible for the House Prefects. Years 9–13 Students All other students also have duties to maintain the environment in the House. Students may be rostered on to be the “duty monitor” for the common room ensuring all rubbish is in the bins and the kitchen area is left tidy. Senior boys are responsible for their common rooms.
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House Environment
Daily Routine
The House has areas for study and recreation as well as secure bike storage. Other facilities in the House include: – a kitchen, with toastie machines, microwave and hot water – a locker room, with a full or half-size locker for each boy, supplied with a good quality combination lock to keep their locker secure – showers and toilets in the locker room
For most students, the daily routine is: – arrive at Corfe House by 8.15am – read the noticeboard for any notices and get their name checked off the roll by the Housemaster – organise books and folders for the first two periods of the day – House assembly at 8.15am, except on Thursday, which has a late start, beginning with school assembly – attend Chapel service (Monday and Friday), mentor groups (Tuesday) and school assembly (Thursday) – attend all classes – take part in sport or cultural activities after school.
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House Expectations
House expectations are based on a need for organisation and respect, and apply to everyone in Corfe House. They are not onerous and most students abide by them naturally. The following are the more common daily expectations: Roll House roll is taken each morning at 8.15am. Any boy who is late to school, for whatever reason, must report to the Housemaster as soon as he arrives at school. If school has begun, he should report to the main office. Permission All boys must contact the Housemaster if they are leaving College. Medical appointments require a txt message sent to the Housemaster as well as signing out and back in on the reception iPad. If a boy is unwell, he must first go to the Health Centre and follow the advice of the nurse. Year 13 boys can leave College at lunchtime
or during a study period, but only after sending a txt message to the Housemaster. Breakage and Damage Students should treat the fabric and facilities of the House with respect at all times. Any breakages or damage within the House should be reported immediately to the Housemaster. Possessions All bicycles must be clearly and permanently named, and must be locked in the bike shed. All possessions and clothing must be clearly named. No boy may borrow any property from another boy without first gaining permission. Boys may return to the House at break and lunch to eat meals, study or for recreation. Boys tend to get changed in the House locker room for PE and sports practices. They may use the House after school. It is usually locked at about 7pm.
Chapel
Chapel is a central part of College life. Boys are required to attend services on Monday and Friday before classes, congregational practice on Wednesdays, and two Sunday Chapel services per term. The Chaplain prepares boys for Confirmation, provided they are in Years 12–13. The preparation course is held in the second or third terms, with the Confirmation Service usually held later in the year.
All services are listed in the College calendar or on the College website. Parents are welcome to attend any Sunday Chapel service. Boys who have a regular commitment in their parish church can apply for the Chapel requirement to be halved. A letter from their priest or minister is required and will be forwarded to the Chaplain.
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General Information
Contacts If there is any concern, parents should contact the Housemaster in the first instance. The Housemaster can then direct the concern to the Executive Principal, Deputy Principal or subject teachers as required. Meetings with teachers and members of senior management may then be arranged. Illness/Medical Absences For daily absences or illness, please call 03 364 8676 and leave your son’s name and reason for his absence. For extended absences please contact your Housemaster. Leave If a boy needs to leave the school grounds during the day for a dental, doctor or physiotherapy appointment, his parents must contact his Housemaster. Parents are asked to try to arrange such appointments outside school hours whenever possible. If a boy is to be absent for a private reason for more than two days, parents are asked to request leave in writing prior to the absence. Such leave is granted by the Deputy Principal. Social Events During the year there will be a number of social events which parents and families will be invited to attend. These include House Music, House Plays, House sevens and more, as well as a number of evenings at the Housemaster’s residence. Sometimes parents volunteer to host an evening for their year group. This is always greatly appreciated by the Housemaster. In Term 4 the Corfe House Dinner is held. It is always a very enjoyable social occasion.
School Hours Students report to the House to be ready for House assembly at 8.15am. They leave school after they have met their academic, sport or cultural commitments, usually between 5–6pm. Dayboys should not stay around school after 6pm unless for a specific purpose. Notices The Christ’s College calendar for each term can be found on the College website. Students are asked to check upcoming events at the start of each week. Students are expected to listen carefully to notices at House assembly in the morning and must regularly check the House board, as well as Schoolbox and their College email. Lockers Each boy has a locker in the House, where he can store books and school equipment, packed lunch, sports gear etc. Boys are given a combination lock at the start of the year. They are expected to keep their lockers tidy; they must not leave food in their lockers and should take their sports uniforms home for washing. Lunch Boys may eat their lunch where they wish within the school grounds. In Corfe, Year 9 boys can use the common room, where there are toastie machines and a microwave, or stay in the courtyard area in front of the House. The cafe is located in the Chapman Room and is open at lunchtime every weekday. It offers a wide range of food items and drinks, with healthy alternatives. Wherever boys eat, they are expected to put all rubbish in rubbish bins and cans/plastic bottles in recycling containers.
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Bicycles Boys are encouraged to cycle to school. They are asked to lock their bike in the cycle shed in the basement of the House. Some sporting codes (rowing, for example) require boys to cycle to venues for practice or competition days. Helmets must be worn at all times and bikes should have appropriate lights, especially in the winter months. Students are expected to follow the road code and to respect other cyclists and pedestrians at all times.
A limited number of places are available for dayboys who wish to have lunch in the Dining Hall. Boys should apply on the first day of each term through their Housemaster. Lunchtime Activities Boys are encouraged to be active during lunchtime and make use of the sporting facilities such as Upper, the gymnasium and the weight training room. The library and the computer suites are open at lunchtime. Many interhouse events take place during lunchtime and boys will either participate or support House teams. In addition, boys can play ball games in the courtyard area in front of Corfe House. Uniform Shop The Uniform Shop is located in Gloucester Street. Laptops, Books and Stationery All textbooks issued by the school, exercise books and stationery items must be named. Students are expected to look after their books and keep them in good order. Boys are asked to use a school bag to carry their gear during the day. The boys need to ensure that they carry their laptops with them at all times. When not in use, they need to make sure they secure them safely in their lockers.
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Uniform
All uniforms should be purchased from the Uniform Shop upstairs at 10 Gloucester Street. A list of uniform requirements will be sent to all parents.
Sports Gear All Houses have their own colours for athletics and interhouse sports. The Corfe House uniform consists of black shorts, a green singlet with a white diagonal band across it, and a green and white rugby jersey. There is no regulation footwear for PE and athletics, but all boys must wear footwear around the school or when running in the park. Sports gear can be purchased from the Uniform Shop.
In the senior school, a different blazer replaces the striped blazer worn by juniors. In all cases, blazers must be worn when on leave from College. Full uniform must be worn when going home after school, unless boys are being collected from directly outside the House. After sport practices, boys may travel home in sports gear or in a tracksuit. Formal Uniform The formal uniform consists of the grey suit and white shirt. It is worn on a Monday and Friday during Terms 2 and 3, and for Sunday Chapel services. Stripes Blazer Uniform This uniform consists of a striped blazer, white shirt, and mid-grey long trousers or black walk shorts (summer). It is worn on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during Terms 2 and 3 and every day during summer. It is also worn for any sport exchanges.
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