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 Sandip Patel, BA
Head of House, Hodgsonites
T: +44 (0) 1483 291571
E: hodgsonites@charterhouse.org.uk
Sandip Patel has been appointed Head of Hodgsonites from September 2026.
Sandip brings a wealth of experience in leadership, education, and pastoral care. He graduated from King’s College London and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst before starting his professional life as an Army Officer, where he developed a deep understanding of responsibility, resilience, and the importance of looking after those in his care. He later moved into entrepreneurship, founding and running hospitality and childcare businesses across the UK, UAE, and East Africa, before transitioning into education.
At Charterhouse, Sandip is Director of Entrepreneurship and a Business teacher, roles through which he works closely with pupils both academically and pastorally. He is deeply committed to supporting young people through the opportunities and challenges of school life, with a particular focus on building confidence, character, and a strong sense of belonging. His pastoral approach is rooted in being visible, approachable, and proactive, ensuring that every pupil feels known, supported, and valued.
In his spare time, Sandip enjoys coaching youth football and spending time with his family. He is passionate about creating a House culture that is calm, supportive, and aspirational, where every pupil is encouraged to grow in confidence and make the most of their time at Charterhouse.
Sandip is married to Hayfa, who is part of the Charterhouse Futures team, and they have two children, Reyan and Leana.
Hodgsonites is a place where energy, warmth, and a genuine sense of belonging are felt the moment you walk through the door. It is a House full of character, where pupils feel completely comfortable being themselves and are encouraged to embrace everything that School life has to offer. It is an environment where laughter is heard often, friendships are formed naturally, and every individual feels both supported and challenged in equal measure.
Hodgsonites is a place where pupils are not defined by any one thing, but are given the confidence to explore many. Whether their passions lie in sport, academia, the arts, leadership, or something entirely different, they feel empowered to pursue them fully, knowing they have the backing of the House around them.
At its heart, Hodgsonites is a community built on trust, kindness, and mutual respect. It is a place where effort is recognised, resilience is developed, and success is celebrated in all its forms. Above all, it is a House where every pupil feels known, valued, and inspired to grow, not only during their time here, but long beyond it.
Mr sandip patel, 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
