Prince Edward School Houses – Heritage, Pride & Brotherhood
October 17, 2025 2025-11-11 14:35Prince Edward School Houses – Heritage, Pride & Brotherhood
Houses
Prince Edward School Houses
Prince Edward School Houses stand as symbols of leadership, unity, and identity.
Over the years, these houses have evolved, reflecting Zimbabwe’s journey from colonial heritage to a proud, independent legacy.
Each house name now celebrates the nation’s people, geography, and enduring spirit.
FORBES HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Originally known as Forbes House, this house was named after Major Patrick Forbes, a British colonial officer who led the Pioneer Column into Zimbabwe in 1890.
The name reflected a period of history when colonial figures were honoured within educational institutions.
Zimbabwean Heritage
Today, Runde House proudly represents Zimbabwean identity and heritage.
The Runde River (formerly Lundi) flows through the Lowveld and joins the Save River, a vital natural landmark known for its beauty and continuity.
Symbolizes
Strength and Continuity – representing resilience, stability, and the unbroken flow of Zimbabwe’s spirit through generations of students at Prince Edward School Houses.
RHODES HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Cecil John Rhodes, the British imperialist who led the colonization of Southern Africa.
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Shashi River flows near the border with Botswana, serving as a natural boundary between nations.
Symbolizes
Endurance and unity, a natural boundary rather than a colonial one
SELOUS HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Frederick Courteney Selous, a British hunter and explorer.
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Tokwe River is known for the Tokwe-Mukorsi Dam, Zimbabwe's largest inland dam.
Symbolizes
Progress, development, and modern Zimbabwean achievement
MOFFAT HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Robert Moffat, Scottish missionary and father-in-law of explorer David Livingstone.
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Limpopo River, one of Southern Africa's great rivers, marks Zimbabwe's southern boundary.
Symbolizes
Resilience and life
BAINES HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Thomas Baines, British artist and explorer who mapped early Southern Africa.
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Sebakwe River is located near Kwekwe and feeds into the Mutirikwi Dam system.
Symbolizes
Flow, renewal, and the connection of regions across Zimbabwe
JAMESON HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Dr. Leander Starr Jameson, leader of the failed "Jameson Raid" into the Transvaal (1895–96).
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Odzi River, a tributary of the Save in Manicaland, flows through the Eastern Highlands.
Symbolizes
Natural beauty and Eastern Highlands heritage
COGHLAN HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Sir Charles Coghlan, first Premier of Southern Rhodesia (1923–1927).
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Zambezi River, Zimbabwe's greatest river and source of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
Symbolizes
Power, heritage, and national identity
WILSON HOUSE - OLD NAME
Colonial Heritage
Named after Rev. George Wilson, early educator and missionary influence in Rhodesia.
Zimbabwean Heritage
The Save River, one of Zimbabwe's longest rivers, running from the Eastern Highlands to the Indian Ocean.
Symbolizes
Continuity and heritage
