NEPTUNE HOUSE Welcome to Neptune House House Motto 'Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned.' House statement Like Neptune the Greek god of the sea, our house represents might, bravery and intellect. Our colour is red, we play fair and you can find our crest on the banner in the school hall. And it also represents the planet Neptune, the eighth and farthest planet in the solar system. House Description The house system at KNBS exists primarily to give a competitive edge to a lot the activities that go on in and out of lessons - including inter-form sport events, artwork and other derivative competitions such as the recent 'old mobile phone' competition.  Neptune is heavily involved in all of these competitions and always strives to achieve. It also ties in with the reward system (namely house points) - which, as well as building up to a certificate like before, will contribute to the house points for your form. The tutors in Neptune are always encouraging students to achieve for themselves as individuals and as a house. These can be earned by anything from exceptionally good work to showing up at sport practice after school. The result of this is a way to go about school with the added element of competing and collaborating.  Neptune students find this makes lessons that little bit more interesting. Head of Neptune House Mrs V Bartlett MERCURY HOUSE Welcome to Mercury House House Motto ‘Strive to B the best.’ House Description Mercury (B forms) consists of pupils who understand that participation is key to success. We are determined, hard working and loyal and we always strive to be the best. The form tutors for Mercury are committed to ensuring that every single member gets the most out of their time here at KNBS and are proud to be part of the Mercury house team. This year Mercury have worked hard to collect as many house points as possible  through good work and behaviour in class, participation in house events such as sports, ICT and art competitions and in whole school events such as attendance, recycling and the sponsored walk. ‘B will rock you!’ Head of Mercury House Miss S Goult SATURN HOUSE Welcome to Saturn House House Motto ‘Participation to reach potential.’ House Description At King’s Norton Boys’ School and in Saturn House we strongly believe in high standards and the pursuit of excellence. The key to this is reflected in our motto “participation to reach potential”.The House System is proving to be a popular part of school life at King’s Norton Boys’ School. There are a wide range of events contested by the four Houses and wherever possible all events are contested by all year groups. The four members of staff who act as ‘Heads of House’ have all worked extremely hard over the last academic year to ensure the continued success of the system. They are supported by each form tutor and other non-attached staff, all of which are allocated a House. The events this year have consisted of the usual mix of sporting and academic competitions. The traditional curtain raiser of the House football was extremely successful. This early start helps forge an affinity between the students and their Houses; the enthusiasm of Year 7 and 8 is infectious. The competition for points also ties in with the school rewards policy as boys collect house points and commendation slips to add to their House total. Each term the form with the best attendance receives points for their House and a reward trip for their commitment to their studies. Sports Day I’m sure will prove to be the overall highlight. With triple points available for each event it will be a tight finish to see which House claims the overall House Cup and the resulting end of year trip. I believe the House System is a valuable part of school life, and one which will continue to flourish and advance further. Head of Saturn House Mr R Ramsey JUPITER HOUSE Welcome to Jupiter House House Motto ‘Never Give Up’ House Description Jupiter House (D Forms) is proven to be a house with a very high level of ability, talent, and commitment to a whole range of activities offered to pupils at KNBS. The team of staff that represent Jupiter are both dedicated and hard working, ensuring that all the pupils in their house succeed in every way possible. Last year Jupiter House won Sports Day, showing that we have a house full of both talented runners and pupils who are strong at the field events too. Their effort this year so far has been exceptionally high, particularly in collecting House Points through both card stamps and commendations. I am extremely proud to be Head of House Jupiter and I know that all the boys enjoy representing their house in any way they can around school. We are the best all round House, competing in all aspects of the house system across the school Head of Jupiter House Mr P Clifton