The House System
The House System is an integral part of life at TASIS Portugal. From Pre-Kindergarten through High School, every student belongs to one of four Houses, creating a sense of identity, connection, and school spirit throughout their journey. Inspired by the landmarks that surround our Sintra campus, the four Houses are Monserrate, Mouros, Pena, and Regaleira. Students remain in their House throughout their time at TASIS Portugal, and family members are always assigned to the same House.
Students have the opportunity to serve as House Captains from Grade 5 through Grade 12. House Captains help organize House events, encourage participation among their House members, and foster House spirit and teamwork throughout the school community.
Junior House Captains 2025-26
House Captains 2025-26
Meet the Houses
Regaleira House
(Dragons):
Known for its fire and flight, the dragon possesses the ability to defend Regaleira House on land and in the sky. Dragons are known for their courage and strength, and for helping the defenseless.
Pena House
(Kraken):
Pena House benefits from the Kraken as the keeper of knowledge and seeker of truth. The enormous Kraken can manage multiple tasks and fight numerous foes. The Kraken draws its strength from the sea.
Monserrate House
(Griffin):
Known for its unity and leadership, the Monserrate Griffin, born of a lion and an eagle, is known for its compassion and leadership. The House benefits from the Griffin’s ability to protect it from evil.
Mouros House
(Pegasus):
Known for its risk taking and speed. Mouros House draws strength from the hooves of the Pegasus, capable of creating thunderbolts! The House benefits from the Pegasus’ agility on land and in the sky.
Learning Through Competition
Throughout the year, students participate in a friendly House competition that complements the curriculum and promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and character development. While the House system includes an element of competition, its purpose extends far beyond winning; it is designed to help students grow into well-rounded individuals who embody knowledge, truth, culture, and wisdom. At the end of the school year, the House Cup is awarded to the house that has accumulated the highest number of points across Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Service, recognising the collective effort, commitment, and achievements of its members throughout the year.
Chivalry Tickets
Chivalry Tickets are awarded by faculty to students who demonstrate positive and prosocial behavior. Good deeds, such as holding a door open for someone or helping a classmate, can earn a student a ticket. These tickets contribute to the annual point total for the student's house.