Davis
We believe that everyone has the potential to achieve greatness through perseverance, respect and collaboration. We nurture Resilience and inclusivity, and value kindness to develop personal growth and confidence. We celebrate individual achievements, however big or small because everyone’s journey will be different. As we work together, we inspire each other to build the foundations of the lives that we aspire to lead.
Davis House is named after Alexander Herbert Davis (1889-1915)
Alexander Herbert Davis entered St Bartholomew’s School in 1898. An excellent footballer, he was vice captain of the First XI in 1904, and captain in 1905. He was equally prominent in cricket, cross-country, hockey and was frequently in the fives inter-House and School Championship. Davis was a member of the Committee of the Debating Society, a Lance-corporal in the Cadet Corps and secretary of the Rifle Club. He played in the inter-House chess tournament in 1904, appeared as an actor in a number of school plays, and was made a School Prefect in 1905 and a School Librarian in 1906.
On leaving school, Davis obtained a clerkship in the Metropolitan Bank in Oxford. He undertook duties of honorary treasurer to the ONA (Old Newburian Association) until 1914. When the Great War broke out Davis joined the Artists Rifles, however he died of a brain tumour before he was able to join the front line. He is buried just 400m away from the school in Newtown Road Cemetery, Newbury.
Davis House Team are:
- House Head: Miss Suggitt
- House Achievement & Progress Leader: Mr Fry
- House Manager: Ms Moore
Our Sixth Form Leaders are: Mr Bateman and Mrs Talbot
Davis House Charity
Davis House Charity is Swings & Smiles. Swings & Smiles offers support for disabled children and their families in a unique and accessible environment. Their services include respite, family play sessions, youth clubs, sibling support and outreach.
