Hodgsonites
Hodgsonites enjoys a superb location with wonderful views over the School grounds.
Conveniently situated close to the Central Dining Room, and near the Queen’s Sports Centre, golf course, and sports fields, it offers pupils a sense of space and calm away from the busyness of the main School site and classrooms.
Mr Ian Richards, MA
Head of House, Hodgsonites
T: +44 (0) 1483 291571
E: hodgsonites@charterhouse.org.uk
Ian Richards has been Head of Hodgsonites since 2015.
Following a History degree from London University, Ian completed an MA in History and Politics at Warwick University. After a gap year working for the NHS, he undertook a PGCE at Wadham College, Oxford, and later completed an MEd in Educational Leadership.
Ian teaches Government and Politics and has a particular interest in political philosophy and ideology. He has written many articles for Politics Review magazine, having previously served on its editorial board.
Ian is involved in many areas of school life, from football coaching and swimming to helping run the outdoor education programme. In his spare time, he enjoys cross-country running and has competed in several 10K races.
Before joining Charterhouse, Ian taught in two state schools, the most recent of which was Dr Challoner’s High School, a girls’ grammar school in Buckinghamshire. There, he was Head of Politics and Head of University Admissions.
My aim in House is very simple: I try to create a homely and welcoming atmosphere where all pupils can thrive and realise their full potential in everything they do.
Respect for one another is vital to this aim, and I am pleased to say that everyone – from the newest Fourth Former (Year 9) to the House Monitors – is equally valued. Their achievements, whether in academic or co-curricular activities, are a source of pride to all members of the House.
We have built a House full of talented pupils with a broad range of interests. Among them are fine sportsmen, excellent musicians – enough to form a House Orchestra of more than 20 players – as well as accomplished actors and artists.
We are a cosmopolitan House, with pupils from many countries. They take full advantage of the wide range of weekend activities on offer, and I am pleased that the House is a lively and active place seven days a week.
Mr ian richards, Head of House, Hodgsonites
If you talk to pupils and teachers at Charterhouse, Hodgsonites is known to be a friendly and welcoming House. People come out of Hodgsonites with lifelong friends from all over the world – something that is really quite special.
Second year specialist (year 13) pupil
