House
House System
The House System is the cornerstone of the school’s pastoral network. Each student is allocated to one of eight school Houses under the leadership of the Head of House, House Tutors and student House Prefects. The smaller student numbers of 130 per House enables a strong family environment to be maintained. Each student is known by name to their House leaders.
A friendly yet competitive rivalry between the Houses is encouraged through the various Inter-House activities that occur throughout the year.
Aims of the House System
- To foster a collaborative environment within the school community
- To develop a spirit of cooperation and unity within the school community
- To develop leaders among students and teachers within the school community
- To reinforce the distinctive ethos of the school community, thereby enhancing its attractiveness
- To develop the IB Learner Profile and character development as outcomes within the House System
Our House Mascots
Cheong Koon Seng
Cheong Koon Seng (1880 – 1934) was one of the first thirteen students at ACS. He was a Justice of Peace, Municipal Commissioner, Auctioneer and Estate Agent. CKS’s motto is Strength, Spirit & Sanctity. Our mascot is a Shark with a Whale’s tail. Both these animals reflect our house spirit of being strong, fast, graceful and focused.
Tan Chin Tuan
Tan Chin Tuan House is named after a magnanimous philanthropist, an astute businessman and a distinguished civic leader with an impeccable record of public service to Singapore, Tan Sri Tan Chin Tuan. TCT House upholds the values of kindness, diligence, integrity and compassion. The students of TCT are always urged to uphold these good values and the spirit of contributing generously to the needy and underprivileged.
Thoburn
Thoburn House was named after Bishop Dr James Thoburn. He was responsible for initiating and accompanying the pioneer mission to Singapore. The overwhelming attribute shared by Thoburn’s students and staff is their positive have-a-go attitude. Thoburn is the only House to have won the House Cup 3 times.
Lee Seng Gee
Dr Lee Seng Gee was an ACSian who was also known as the “Rubber King”; he made generous contributions to the community during his distinguished career and the Lee Foundation today works towards the advancement of education, social welfare, and of course, the ACS family of schools. The motto of LSG House is Gloria Laus et Honor – glory, praise and honour to God, who is first and foremost in everything. The symbol of LSG is the Wolf – an animal who works well independently, but is stronger when in a pack – such an animal perfectly embodies the spirit of LSG!
Oldham
Oldham House was named after Bishop William F Oldham who founded ACS in 1886. The symbol of Oldham House is the Lion and our house colour is red. The staff and students of Oldham are committed to developing strong bonds and relationships with each other and aim to build a community based on teamwork, empathy and honesty.
Tan Kah Kee
A prolific Patron of education, Mr Tan Kah Kee is synonymous with leadership, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and social reform. TKK House aims to pass on his values, developing students with strong characters who want to participate in, and contribute to their community, whether that be on the sports field, in the arts, or through service. With a team of tutors we aim to foster a friendly encouraging environment that supports our students to grow and realise their potential.
Shaw Vee Meng
Shaw Vee Meng is a businessman and and philanthropist noted as the owner of Shaw Cinemas here in Singapore. He’s an ACSian who has donated and contributed a significant amount to Singapore. The values of the house are respect for all, Faith, happiness and generosity. SVM outworks this thorugh excellence in performance and prominence at helping out at school events.
Goh Hood Keng
Goh Hood Keng is named after an ACS teacher of 20 years who was the first Singaporean to be ordained as a Methodist Minister and who pastored the Straits Chinese Methodist Church (Kampong Kapor Methodist Church) for 40 years. Goh Hood Keng House believes that all students should have a sense of belonging to the House and School which will help to them to achieve their best. Our knight represents the strength of our values and House.
Heads of House
The Heads of House have a coordinating role for all activities, and also oversee all pastoral aspects of the school including attendance and discipline. They are supported by House Tutors.