Robinson | Epsom College

Robinson House was founded in 1968 and is named after Dr Henry Robinson, treasurer of the College between 1952 and 1960. It is one of four boys’ day houses at Epsom, and is led by Housemaster Paul Gillespie (who is also the School’s Senior Housemaster).

The House, which is spread over three floors, backs onto the College playing fields and the Chapel Astro – this is particularly popular with the boys as it makes it easy to get out and enjoy some sport.

Paul Gillespie, Housemaster

I have been at Epsom College since 2004 and was Head of Economics and Business Studies before becoming Robinson Housemaster in 2016. I love my job as Robinson Housemaster. There is such a variety of individuals in the House, all with their own strengths and they have a continuous ability to surprise you. Everyone is proud to be part of the Robinson team where we look to share and celebrate everyone’s success.

I studied Economics at Exeter University and graduated in 1996 before completing my PGCE at Warwick University. Before arriving at Epsom, I taught at Sir William Ramsay School in Buckinghamshire and New Zealand International College in Auckland.

My first sporting passion is football – I have an interest in many sports and keep fit with regular running, swimming, yoga and playing golf.

I also enjoy reading, a game of chess and playing the guitar when time allows. I am married to Sarah, who teaches in the Junior School at City of London Freemen’s School. We have two daughters, Anna, who left Epsom last year and is now at university, and Daisy, who is studying for her A-levels at the College.

Tracey Pointing, Matron

I have worked at Epsom College for the past 27 years and love being the Matron of Robinson House. The camaraderie between the staff and the boys is second to none. Robinson House is a positive, inclusive, diverse and happy environment!

I have been a member of my local rugby club, Sutton & Epsom, for nearly 30 years and I also enjoy my weekend breaks pursuing my love for Historical Britain.

Isaac, Head of House 2025-26

After joining Epsom in Year 7, I moved into Robinson in Year 9 and am incredibly proud to have been appointed Head of House. Robinson is a true home from home, characterised by a strong sense of community and an inclusive family feel across all year groups

I am currently studying Maths, Economics and Geography and I recently completed an EPQ. Outside the classroom, music is a huge part of my life, and you’ll often find me singing with the chamber choir, barbershop ensemble or in my role as choir prefect with the chapel choir. I also play drums in various student bands, which is always great fun. Sport is another passion of mine, and I have proudly represented senior college teams in rugby and cricket. Working towards my gold Duke of Edinburgh award has been a challenging but hugely rewarding experience.

It is an honour to lead Robinson, and I look forward to welcoming our new joiners. I will encourage them to get involved in everything Epsom has to offer, not least the fiercely contested choral competition in September, where we are determined to defend our title as the highest-placed boys’ house!

House Histories

Henry Robinson

Henry Robinson was born in May 1877, in Kensington, London. He was educated at St Paul’s School and Trinity College, Cambridge. He continued his medical studies at St George’s Hospital, but this was interrupted by the Boer War. He served as a private soldier in the university contingent of the 1^st Battalion of the Suffolk Regiment.

Dr. Henry Robinson specialized in anesthesiology in 1903 and had a successful career balancing general practice with consulting at major London hospitals. During World War I, he served in the Royal Army Medical Corps, and after the war, he became actively involved in local politics, serving as Mayor of Kensington and on the London County Council. Despite being too old for re-entry into the RAMC during WWII, he contributed by working in psychiatric hospitals.

Robinson was also deeply involved in medical charities, holding key roles in the Medical Defence Union, Medical Insurance Agency, and the British Medical Association. He was committed to Epsom College, where he fundraised for scholarships. In recognition of his contributions, the Henry Robinson scholarships were created, and Robinson House at the college was named in his honour in 1968.

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