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H HILLSTOW HOUSEI
L Hillstow House is home to up to 45 girls aged 14–18 from Upper 4 to Upper Sixth,
L accommodated in a combination of single, double or triple dorms, with three resident
S staff. There’s a fully-equipped kitchen, two large common rooms, games room and
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O computer room.
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H Year groups are mixed throughout the House, allowing senior girls to support younger
O ones and helping girls make a wide range of friends across the School.
U Who’s Who in Hillstow
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Mme Cecile Preston, Housemistress
As Housemistress I would like to extend my warmest welcome to Hillstow House. I have
been Housemistress of Hillstow since 2006 and live in the House with my husband,
Steve, and my two children, Safiya and Kayden. As well as being Housemistress, I teach
French so I will be able to help you with your French homework if you need it. I was born
and grew up in France. I studied in France and the USA and later finished my studies in
Oxford where I decided to settle.
In Hillstow, we endeavour to create a family environment and make Hillstow your
second home. Our aim is to give everyone the support and encouragement they need
to reach their goals and aspirations. The girls in Hillstow are always very welcoming and
can’t wait to meet you.
Miss Emma Horne, Assistant Housemistress
Hello and welcome. I moved into Hillstow last February with my partner and daughter,
Eira, who will be three in October. I am expecting my second child this summer and Miss
Victoria Alford will be covering my role during maternity leave.
In addition to being Assistant House Mistress of Hillstow I am a Biology teacher and
am happy to help during prep time with any Biology or general science question you
may have. I also enjoy sport and being creative so I look forward to you joining me for a
weekend run or making something crafty in house.
Mrs Gail Hedger, Day Matron
I have been working in Hillstow since 2010 and I am the Day Matron.
I am married with two sons and spend most of my free time away from the boarding
house as a taxi driver and a cheerleader for my boys in their busy sporting activities!
I love being involved in the boarding life at Headington and I am looking forward to
meeting you all in September.
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