House No. 5
Tom and Jennie Newman together with their 3 young children, Toby, Freya and George, moved into No.5 in 2007. With a 'work hard, play hard' ethos, Tom encourages the boys to pull together as a team and to encourage each other. It is very much Tom's philosophy to make every boy feel valued and confident in his own ability. Tom is a very keen sportsman who believes that the wealth of extra curricular activities on offer at the College will help to create a contented, busy and well balanced individual. He and Jennie put great emphasis on the house being a secure and happy place for the boys to grow up and to enjoy themselves; indeed many social events are organizedfor all the year groups. Tom likes to keep in regular contact with the boys' parents which he feels is essential to offering a high level of care for each boy.
No.5 – Inter-House Basketball
Monday 08. of February 2010
No.5 tasted victory in the first round of the inter-house basketball competition held in the new Sports Complex. With Simon Harwood and Alex Magee dominating proceedings using their unrivaled height, we won 12-8 against a fast and furious SH team. From the team talk at the start to the bitten nails towards the end, it was a fantastic game which booked No.5 a place in the semi finals...
Team from: Simon Harwood (U6), Alex Magee (U6), Laolu Oyefolu (L6), Jon Topfer (U6), Conor Zambuni (FY), Chris Harwood (R), Charlie Darling (FY).
Wok Night in No.5
Friday 29. of January 2010
Wok'n'Roll
No.5 Sixth formers, together with Tom and Jennie Newman and the House tutors had a wonderful Lent term dinner recently. This year's theme was a Wok Night and the boys loved the fine cuisine! The meal was a great success and the atmosphere in the house was superb. Simon Harwood, Head of House, spoke briefly and toasted No.5 at the end of what a very entertaining evening.