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- [Cultural Connections](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cultural-connections/) - Creating a school culture where everybody feels that they belong is a year-round objective at Highgate. During Michaelmas term, pupils across the whole school have been marking annual cultural celebrations with personal stories and opportunities to connect. Senior Pupils stepped up to deliver several assemblies inspired by South Asian (SA) Heritage Month; East and South
- [Junior School Readathon](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-readathon/) - Over October half term, Junior School pupils took on the Readathon challenge, with Houses competing to read the most minutes during their two-week holiday. All forms of written and spoken word were actively encouraged to engender and promote a love of reading across the whole school community. Pupils could choose any format including audiobooks and
- [Sponsored Walk 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sponsored-walk-2025/) - Before half term, the entire Highgate School community – pupils from the Pre-Prep to Sixth Form, teachers, catering staff and office teams – took part in the school’s biennial sponsored walk. Led by our community and partnerships team to raise money for local, national and international charities, everyone was encouraged to don their walking shoes
- [Problem solvers of the future](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/problem-solvers-of-the-future/) - Last week, over 30 pupils from Highgate and four local schools gathered in the Sir Martin Gilbert Library to simulate climate crisis discussions from the UN Conference of Parties summit in Brazil. Highgate’s fourth inter-schools Mock-COP event is an empowering opportunity for young people to raise their voices on global issues and engage more deeply
- [Act of Remembrance 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/act-of-remembrance-2025/) - The entire Senior School gathered today for Highgate’s annual Act of Remembrance. Pupils joined the Chaplain and senior leaders to deliver a moving presentation of readings and music, taking time for community reflection. The two Heads of School read words from the local Royal British Legion and Edward Thomas’s poem “Gone, gone again”. Highgate’s flagship
- [Laps for Laptops - Mr Pettitt Raises £68K](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/laps-for-laptops-mr-pettitt-runs-a-marathon-in-aid-of-digital-poverty/) - Congratulations to our Head Adam Pettitt on finishing his marathon in three hours and twenty-eight minutes this morning - and raising enough money to buy over 300 laptops for our partnership Year 12 pupils across London. DONATE NOW Starting bright and early at 6.30am, Mr Pettitt ran over 100 laps of the Junior School sports
- [A Level Results 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-level-results-2025/) - Pupils gathered at the Senior School this morning, anxiously awaiting their A level exam results in this annual rite of passage. We are delighted to report that from the Class of 2025, 43.5% of all grades were marked at A* and 80.2% at A* or A. 92.7% of all grades were awarded A*-B. For those
- [Lyttelton Poetry Prize 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/lyttelton-poetry-prize-2025/) - The English department’s annual poetry contest took place last week, showcasing pupils’ declamation skills in a joyous celebration of poetry. Highgate’s Lyttelton Competition is a highlight of the school calendar, drawing entry submissions from every pupil in Years 7-11. Pupils choose their favourite poem to rehearse at home and recite in front of their class,
- [National Youth Orchestra Success](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/national-youth-orchestra-success/) - We are delighted to report that three Senior School pupils have made it into the UK’s National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain – hailed as ‘the world’s greatest orchestra of teenagers.’ Y13 pupil, Aki, who has been in the NYO for four years already, has been promoted to Leader, an incredible achievement and the first
- [National Weightlifting Medalist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/national-weightlifting-medalist/) - We are delighted to report that Y13 pupil, Yoni, has secured 3rd place in his weight category of the National Weightlifting Championships. Earlier this month, Yoni competed in his first ever British Age Group Weightlifting Championships in Birmingham, achieving a superb 3rd place finish in the 65kg category against some of the best young lifters
- [Highgate Journal 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-journal-2025/) - Inspired by Highgate’s love of learning and scholarship, this year’s Highgate Journal explores how these values breathe life into our community, both within and beyond the classroom. Our lead feature shines a spotlight on Highgate’s recruitment ethos and the inspirational impact of our extraordinary teaching body, which is brimming with expertise and enthusiasm that can’t
- [Y5 Residential](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y5-residential/) - Last week, our Y5 children headed off for an exciting adventure to Sayers Croft Outdoor Learning Centre for three days of team-bonding with their new classmates. As they journey through the Junior School, pupils transition to a new form when they reach Year 5, and this trip offers a great opportunity to build friendships whilst
- [House Vocal 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-vocal-2025/) - Highgate’s eagerly anticipated House Vocal competition returned this week, with a thrilling evening of live music at St Michael’s Church. Featuring original compositions from all of Highgate’s 12 Senior School houses, pupils rallied together, overcame their nerves and gave their all – to crown Eastgate as this year’s winners with an acoustic version of Blinding
- [GCSE Results 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-2025/) - Highgate’s Year 11 pupils have ended their summer break on a high note by securing exceptional GCSE exam results today. Following weeks of revision, sitting exams, doing oral presentations, creating artwork, rehearsing for drama and musical performances, the pupils’ hard work has paid off with many of them exceeding their predictions. 179 pupils took the
- [Finalist: London School of the Year](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/shortlisted-london-school-of-the-year/) - Highgate is delighted to have been selected as a Finalist in the London School of the Year category at the 2025 Independent School of the Year awards. Since our foundation 460 years ago, Highgate remains rooted in its London community centuries later – harnessing the capital’s world-renowned institutions, cultural and historical landmarks, and leading specialists
- [Best for Pupil Voice](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/best-for-pupil-voice/) - We are delighted to share that Highgate has won the Best of the Best Senior School category for Best for Pupil Voice in the Autumn/Winter 2025 issue of The Week Independent Schools Guide. As an official school objective for several years now, Pupil Voice has a significant impact on the positive and welcoming community that Highgate strives to
- [Edinburgh Fringe 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/edinburgh-fringe-2025/) - Highgate pupils took to the stage in Edinburgh as part of the world-famous Fringe Festival this summer, with a sold-out production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet and a two-hander written by Y13 pupil, Isla, called Forget-Me-Nots. After months of preparation, pupils and teachers from the Drama department travelled up together during August, excited to join artists from
- [The Power of Community](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-power-of-community/) - Pupils across the whole school took time last week to focus on the importance of good mental health, particularly the powerful impact that being part of a community can have on our wellbeing. The new pupil Heads and Deputy Heads of School made their first public appearance during Senior School assemblies, to advocate the value
- [Partnership Summer Schools](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/partnership-summer-schools/) - During the summer, Highgate welcomed 148 pupils from 18 partner schools to take part in our annual Summer School programme. With two options available to cater for Junior and Senior aged pupils, these popular courses help to inspire and support young people in the local area to pursue academic subjects at the next level. The
- [Giving Day 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/giving-day-2025/) - Highgate’s annual Giving Day took place last week to support Highgate’s Bursary Fund and our lead partner school London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET). Over the course of 36 hours, pupils, parents, staff and alumni collectively swam, cycled and walked an incredible 6,000km as well as taking part in reading, maths and creative challenges, to
- [Environmental Education Event](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/environmental-education-event-2/) - On Wednesday 25 June, Highgate and the London Schools Eco-Network will be hosting its fourth environmentally-themed CPD day for environmental educators across London and the South East. The day will consist of a series of talks and discussions on key themes in environmental education at secondary school level. The keynote presentation will be delivered by Dr
- [Year 7&8’s Annual Escapade](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y78s-annual-escapade/) - In the first week after half term, Year 7 & 8 embarked en masse for the annual year-group excursions to Northumberland and Lille (respectively), with the promise of adventure and friendship. Whilst Year 9 and up may have been doing end of year tests or public exams, Year 7 were literally on the beach. These
- [Care Home Visits](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/care-home-visits/) - Throughout the year, Pre-Prep and Junior School pupils visit local care homes to socialise with the elderly residents, broadening their sense of community and discovering intergenerational connections. During their weekly visits to Hammerson House care home, children and residents enjoy the opportunity to exchange stories about their lives and build companionship. The visits also involve
- [One World Week in the Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/one-world-week-in-the-pre-prep/) - Children in the Pre-Prep took part in our annual One World Week at the start of summer term to celebrate the diverse cultures within our community. Parents and families helped staff to deliver an exciting programme of activities, including food tasting, storytelling, exploring languages rituals and cultural customs. There were drumming and dance workshops, and
- [Sporting Success](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sporting-success-2/) - As we bring Lent term to a close, we reflect on the incredible achievements of our Senior School pupils, who reached sporting success at both county and national levels, alongside fantastic individual performances in football, fives, water polo, gymnastics and fencing. On the national stage, our Senior Girls’ Cross Country team achieved an extraordinary result,
- [New Principal of the Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/new-principal-of-the-pre-prep/) - The Governors of Highgate School are delighted to announce the appointment of Emma Duong as Sally Hancock’s successor as Principal of the Pre-Prep from September 2025. Emma has been Deputy Principal (Pastoral) of the Junior School since September 2022, a role she has occupied with great success. Emma has taught, and held leadership positions, in state primary
- [MetGirlz 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/metgirlz-2025/) - This year, Sixth Form pupils from Highgate and London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET) have taken part in an 8 week MetGirlz project, spearheaded by the Met Police as part of their Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) action plan. Following a fascinating programme of sessions, the project culminated last week in a graduation ceremony
- [La Soirée Française](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/la-soiree-francaise-2/) - This half term, Highgate presented its annual French drama production, La Soirée Française, a charming evening of music and drama, performed in French by Senior School Pupils. This innovative collaboration between the French department and the brilliant Drama technical team is a longstanding Highgate tradition, that offers pupils a chance to enhance their fluency in
- [World Book Day 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/world-book-day-2025/) - Highgate’s World Book Day festivities last week provided a chance for pupils and staff across the school to celebrate and share their love of reading. With author talks, assemblies, craft activities, costumes, book recommendations and themed decorations, this popular event is an important opportunity to laud ‘reading for pleasure’ as an activity that we value
- [Careers Week 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/careers-week-2025/) - To mark National Careers Week, Senior and Junior School pupils took part in events to help them explore a wide range of careers and discover the many pathways available after school. In the Junior School, all year 5 and 6 pupils took part in a carousel of workshops with parents and carers, who talked about
- [Summer School Asia-Shanghai](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/summer-school-asia-shanghai/) - Highgate is pleased to announce its collaboration with Scientia Academy for a summer school in Shanghai this summer, following a successful pilot project in 2024. Participants, aged between 10-18 years old, will have the opportunity to experience specially tailored Highgate-style lessons and extra-curricular activities during this two-week course, covering English, Maths, Science and Verbal/Nonverbal reasoning.
- [Competition Win for Chorale](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/competition-win-for-chorale/) - We are delighted to announce that Highgate’s Chorale has won the ‘Traditional’ category of the Barnardo’s National Choir Competition 2025 for their performance of My Lord Has Come by Will Todd. Highgate stepped on to the stage at Birmingham Symphony Hall to compete alongside 15 other finalists, with two contrasting pieces: Answer July by Jonathan
- [Highgate in the Media: Community and Kindness](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-in-the-media-community-and-kindness/) - Highgate Junior School and Pre-Prep have been recognised in The Week Independent Schools Guide for our community partnerships and kind ethos. As part of the magazine’s annual guide to the best prep schools in the UK, Highgate was selected ‘Best for School Partnerships’ and runner up in their ‘Best for Kindness’ category. Principal of the
- [Young Musician Competition 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/young-musician-competition-2025/) - Senior School pupils gathered at St Michael’s Church in Highgate last week for the annual Young Musician of the Year competition, in partnership with London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham. Showcasing a range of vocal and instrumental performances, the 13 finalists presented an exhilarating programme of music ranging from Faure to Fleetwood Mac. The competition was
- [Charity Week 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/charity-week-2025/) - Highgate’s annual ‘Charity and Community Week’ took place at the end of half term, raising over £5000 for the three charities chosen by our pupils. The Senior School was thrumming with the sounds of breaktime busking in Central Hall, charity breakfasts, bake sales, a sustainable non-uniform day (in support of the school’s eco-campaign Fast Fashion-Free
- [Pledge for Change in 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pledge-for-change-in-2025/) - The Senior School pupil environment committee has launched the new year with an eco-pledge campaign, urging pupils and staff to make small lifestyle changes for the good of the planet. Members of the Highgate community have offered a range of personal commitments, including ‘eat less meat’, ‘buy more second-hand clothes’, ‘grow our own vegetables’, ‘drive
- [Winter Skills trip 2025](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/winter-skills-trip-2025/) - Highgate’s popular outdoor education programme includes a ‘Winter Skills’ trip every January, for Senior School pupils to tackle the mountains in winter conditions. Director of Outdoor Education, Mr Blackshaw, reports on this year’s exhilarating trip: On Thursday 2 January, an intrepid group of Sixth Formers set off for the Cairngorms for Highgate’s annual winter skills
- [Winter Lights in the Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/winter-lights-in-the-pre-prep/) - Pre-Prep children presented their end of term production last week, celebrating a range of winter festivals observed within the school community. This year’s production, “A light in every house, on every street”, followed a band of aliens who crash landed in the Pre-Prep playground, having been blinded by the winter lights around North London. As
- [CyberFirst Winners](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cyberfirst-winners/) - Four Highgate pupils from Y8 have won the 2024-25 CyberFirst Girls Competition, run by GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre. Alice, Sarah, Amina and Fei, under their team name ‘Avengers’, triumphed in the Independent Schools category of this nationwide contest, bringing the trophy home to Highgate for the third time. The team will receive their award
- [Community partnership with DTE and Harington](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/community-partnership-with-dte-and-harington/) - As part of our school community partnerships, the Design Technology and Engineering department have been hosting workshops with Harington, a local charity for young adults with learning differences. Set up in Highgate over 40 years ago, Harington delivers individual learning programmes to support their students into employment, further education and with life skills across a
- [Founding Head of Highgate, Thailand](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/founding-head-of-highgate-thailand/) - Highgate International School Thailand has announced the appointment of Ben Keeling as its Founding Head of School, following the unveiling of plans to open in August 2026. Ben Keeling will join Highgate International School Thailand from Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong following an eight-year tenure. He brings almost 20 years of school leadership experience and
- [ISI Inspection Report 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/isi-inspection-report-2024/) - Following a visit from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in September 2024 to assess Highgate’s regulatory compliance and school standards, we are pleased to share the inspection findings, which reports compliance in all five areas and a ‘significant strength’ in our teaching expertise. The full Inspection Report can be viewed on the ISI website here
- [Black History Month 'Reclaiming Narratives'](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/black-history-month-reclaiming-narratives/) - Our school community is marking Black History Month (BHM) and its 2024 themes: Reclaiming Narratives and Black Heritage, with a programme of events, activities, talks and embedded curriculum work to support our year-round commitment to inclusion. The reclaiming narratives theme includes revising and sharing Black histories, along with ‘taking ownership of the stories that define
- [GCSE Results 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-2024/) - Highgate’s Year 11 pupils discovered if all their hard work had paid off today as they received their GCSE exam results with friends at school or with their families at home. Amongst the 188 Highgate pupils who took exams this year, we are pleased to announce that 94% of entries were awarded grades 7, 8,
- [A Level Results 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-level-results-2024/) - A level exam results for the Class of 2024 were released to pupils today, who gathered anxiously at school for this annual rite of passage. We are delighted to report that 41% of all grades were marked at A* and 78% at A* or A. Over 95% of all grades were awarded A*-B. For those
- [Choose Respect: Anti-Bullying Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/choose-respect-anti-bullying-week/) - Last week, pupils across the school took part in activities to mark Anti-Bullying Week and this year’s theme ‘Choose Respect’. For children in the Pre-Prep, ‘Harmony Week’ offered a chance to celebrate the power of kindness and positive behaviour through assemblies, songs, books, visiting speakers and more. Year 1 were visited by a parent who is
- [Act of Remembrance](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/act-of-remembrance-2/) - Highgate’s annual Act of Remembrance took place today, with a service of readings and music from Senior School pupils to mark the occasion. Members of the Highgate Combined Cadet Force (CCF) provided ceremonial support for the event, with Heads of School Jiya and Henry taking on their first major public role of the year. Henry
- [Highgate's first overseas campus, Thailand](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgates-first-overseas-campus-thailand/) - Highgate School is delighted to announce its partnership with Siam Motors Group (SMG) and the Phornprapha family to establish Highgate’s first international campus, in Thailand. Located near the scenic landscapes of Siam Country Club in Chonburi province, the new school will provide a first-rate academic yet holistic education within world-class facilities. Construction of the site
- [Highgate-LAET partnership celebrated in parliament](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-laet-partnership-celebrated-in-parliament/) - Highgate’s partnership with London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham was highlighted in a House of Lords event this week, celebrating thousands of successful collaborative projects taking place between state and independent schools across the UK. The ‘Celebrating Partnerships’ event, hosted by Lord Lucas on Tuesday 5 November, recognised the many ways in which schools from different
- [Chemistry Academic Posters](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chemistry-academic-posters-2/) - At the end of this half term, our Y13 chemists presented their academic posters on Physical Chemistry to fellow pupils and staff. This university-level exercise introduces Sixth Form pupils to an essential presentation skill used widely within the academic community. Academic posters are a visual form of communicating academic research and projects that often combine
- [Dido and Aeneas opera production](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/theatre-music-opera-collaboration/) - Highgate’s Music and Drama departments presented their first opera collaboration at the end of half term, with a rousing rendition of Dido and Aeneas by Baroque composer Henry Purcell. This extra-curricular project was performed by Highgate’s Consort choir – an auditioned ensemble for Y11-13 – with an opportunity for Chorale pupils (Y9-13 choir) to audition
- [Debating Win for Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/debating-win-for-highgate/) - Congratulations to Y11 pupils Max and George, who have triumphed at the first major debating competition of the year at Dulwich College. The final motion was 'This House Believes that everyone should have access to their personal health data', which Max and George were supporting. Highgate teams ranked 1st and 11th out of the 115
- [Lyttleton Poetry Prize](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/lyttleton-poetry-prize/) - This week, to mark National Poetry Day, pupils gathered for the final of the Lyttleton Poetry Prize to showcase their declamation skills. This long-running, annual event is a highlight of the English department calendar, offering a truly joyous celebration of pupils and of poetry. It offers an important opportunity for pupils to deepen their appreciation
- [Campaigning for Clean Air](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/campaigning-for-clean-air/) - Highgate pupils have been busy promoting the benefits of clean air this week through several initiatives to improve air quality around the school. Our Pre-Prep and Junior School pupils have been helping our gardening team to plant over 4,000 bulbs in the school grounds. The mix of crocus, hyacinths and wild garlic will flower from
- [Highgate Journal 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-journal-2024/) - The 2024 issue of the Highgate Journal magazine is out now, with recent news and features from around the school. This year’s theme reflects Highgate’s values of curiosity and open-minded thoughtfulness to embrace difference as a source of community strength. The lead feature explores the academic experience at Highgate, which goes beyond exam results to
- [Award Finalist for Partnership Work](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/award-finalist-for-partnership-work/) - Highgate has been selected as a finalist in the Outstanding Educational Partnerships category of the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2024. Taking place on Tuesday 8 October 2024, the Awards recognise and celebrate achievements across the independent schools’ sector. Chanel Noel, Community Partnership Director, said: “We are truly honoured to have been selected as
- [Highgate in the Media](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-in-the-media/) - Highgate is delighted to feature in the latest issue of The Week Independent Schools Guide, as part of their special report into female health and participation in sport. Following Highgate’s successful conference in 2022 led by The Well HQ, we have been working collaboratively across the whole school to consider the broader education outlook on
- [House Singing 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-singing-2024/) - Highgate’s infamous Charley Cup – the inter-house competition for pupils in Y9-13 – started in earnest this week with the eagerly anticipated House Vocal competition. Senior School pupils gathered at St Michael’s Church, Highgate, for what is widely considered to be the centrepiece of the house calendar. The intensity of the challenge – to choose,
- [Physics Unlimited World Champions](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/physics-unlimited-world-champions/) - We are delighted to announce that a group of Highgate Sixth Form pupils have won the Physics Unlimited Explorer Competition - a global contest for secondary school teams to solve undergraduate-level Physics problems. Year 13 pupils Felix, Cosmo, Rosa and Joshua competed together as the Highgate team, ‘Tycho Brahe’s Spare Nose’, inspired by the renowned
- [Summer School in Shanghai](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/summer-school-in-shanghai/) - Highgate is pleased to announce its collaboration with Scientia Academy for a pilot summer school in Shanghai this summer. Participants, aged between 11-15 years old, will have the unique opportunity to experience specially tailored Highgate-style lessons and extra-curricular activities during this two-week course, covering English, Maths, Science and Verbal/Nonverbal reasoning. Todd Lindsay, Senior Deputy Head,
- [Y12 STEM Conference](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y12-stem-conference/) - Last week, Highgate hosted its annual STEM conference for over one hundred Y12 pupils, in collaboration with our partner school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham, and welcoming participants from three more local state schools. The day encompassed a range of seminars and keynote speeches catering to all pupil’s interests across the STEM spectrum, including Physics,
- [Giving Day Results](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/giving-day-results/) - We are thrilled to announce that Highgate’s Giving Day 2024 has raised £170,350 for our Bursary Fund and for The London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET). This year’s Giving Day involved a 24-Hour Running Challenge. Over 2000 people from the Highgate community – including pupils, staff, parents, carers, former staff, OCs and our partner school
- [Culture Week 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/culture-week-2024/) - This year, both Junior and Senior Schools have introduced a new event for the summer term – ‘Culture Week’ – to celebrate and learn about the wide variety of cultures across the school community. In the Junior School, pupils spent time in lessons, engaged in activities to celebrate and embrace diversity. The week culminated in
- [Y10 Environment Morning](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y10-environment-morning/) - Last week, Y10 pupils took part in Highgate’s annual ‘Environment Morning’, helping to care for the green spaces in 11 different volunteer positions in the local area. Tim Hyam, Head of Pupil Charity (Community Team), explained: “Every pupil in Year 10 gave over three hours of their time to this morning of action - adding up to well
- [Giving Day 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/giving-day-2024/) - On Monday 24 June 2024, Highgate will hold its third Giving Day, to expand our bursary programme and support our partner school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET), creating more opportunities for young people to achieve their dreams. The event will launch on the evening before, with a 24-hour community relay ‘run’ around Senior Field.
- [Supporting Sustainability Award](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/supporting-sustainability-award/) - We are delighted to announce that Highgate has been presented with the Supporting Sustainability accolade at the Education Choices Awards. As part of the growing global community that is taking positive action to respond to the climate crisis, Highgate is working with staff and pupils to deliver our environmental strategy. As a school, we have a
- [Environmental Education Event](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/environmental-education-event/) - On Wednesday 3 July, Highgate will be hosting its third annual environmental CPD (continuing professional development) event, in partnership with the London Schools Eco Network (LSEN). Environmental educators from across London and the Southeast are invited to attend, with free places available for state school participants. The day will consist of a series of talks
- [Pupil Leaders 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pupil-leaders-2024/) - As the end of the school year approaches, the Senior School pupil leadership team are preparing to hand over to their successors, who were announced this week following a pupil and staff vote. Jiya and Henry (centre in the headline image) will take over from Lara and Ayden in the roles as Heads of School,
- [Spring Celebrations in the Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/spring-celebrations-in-the-pre-prep/) - This week, children in Years 1 and 2 of the Pre-Prep took part in a Spring Festival Celebration morning to learn more about a range of springtime festivals. Pupils engaged in a carousel of workshops around Passover, Easter, Holi, Ramadan/Eid and Chinese Boat Festival, involving families from our community. We were delighted to have several
- [Action Against Air Pollution](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/action-against-air-pollution/) - Senior School pupils have been leading the campaign for cleaner air this week, promoting sustainable modes of transport and urging pupils and staff to avoid coming to school by car where possible. This is the fifth year that members of the Pupil Environment Committee have run a week-long action against air pollution. They explain: “We
- [Highgate Celebrates Sustainable Success](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-celebrates-sustainable-success/) - Our school bus service is Highgate’s flagship sustainable transport initiative. It began operating in 2016 to accommodate the needs of working families, reduce individual car journeys on the school run, and improve local air quality. It has since proven to be a popular way for Highgate pupils to travel to school, given its sustainable and
- [BUS USE STOPS ALMOST 13,000 CAR TRIPS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/bus-use-stops-almost-13000-car-trips/) - Highgate School bus service has reduced parental reliance on cars, cutting approximately 13,000 car journeys to and from Highgate throughout 2018. Elliot Prescott, Highgate’s Transport Manager, explains: ‘Looking at last term, we estimate there were around 4,800 fewer individual car journeys to and from Highgate. We calculated this by counting the number of School bus
- [ISFA U13 Cup Winners](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/isfa-u13-cup-winners/) - Congratulations to the Highgate U13 Football team who have won the ISFA Cup for the first time ever, in a thrilling 7-5 win at Burton Albion Football Club! As a co-ed team, as well as making school history by winning this competition, Highgate is the first to win the ISFA Cup with a boys and
- [Highgate Her Way](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-her-way/) - This week, we launched our new ‘Highgate Her Way’ campaign to embed our work on female health across the school, following the inspirational Sport in her Shoes conference two years ago. Since then, Highgate has been working collaboratively across the whole school to consider the broader education outlook on female health, particularly within our co-educational environment:
- [World Book Day 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/world-book-day-2024/) - Children and staff across the whole school have embraced World Book Day this year with author visits, literary-themed costumes, staff recitals, book donations and dedicated time to read. The day sums up the spirit of our academic aim this year, to promote the benefits of reading for pleasure. During the week, Pre-Prep children enjoyed several
- [Junior School Careers Day](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-careers-day/) - Junior School pupils in Y5 and 6 took part in a Careers Day recently to expand their awareness of the many career paths available beyond school and see how their individual skills and interests might help guide their own journey. Parents and carers joined us during the day to share experiences from their own jobs
- [Fast Fashion-Free February 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/fast-fashion-free-february-2024/) - Highgate’s home-grown eco-campaign, Fast Fashion-Free February, has concluded for another year – raising awareness of the devastating effects of the ‘fast fashion’ industry on the climate and promoting second-hand, upcycled and sustainably-sourced style choices instead. This month-long campaign is now in its sixth year and has been recognised in The Week’s Independent Schools Guide for
- [Anything Goes at the artsdepot](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/anything-goes-at-the-artsdepot/) - Senior School pupils concluded the first half of Lent term with a joyous and entertaining production of Cole Porter’s classic musical, Anything Goes, performed at the artsdepot in North London across four packed performances. The school musical takes place every two years and is open to pupils in Y10-13. It’s an exciting opportunity for Music
- [Charity Week 2024](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/charity-week-2024/) - At the end of half term, Senior School pupils rallied together for our annual Charity and Community week, raising over £5000 for three charities chosen by our pupils: UK Antarctic Heritage Trust as chosen by Lower School pupils (Y7&8) Street Child as chosen by Middle School pupils (Y9-11) Women’s Aid as chosen by Sixth Form
- [The Power of Plants](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-power-of-plants/) - This week, we launched Highgate’s first ever ‘Plant Power Day’ to promote the many benefits of a plant-based diet. Pupils from the Senior School Environment Committee have been working with the Catering Department to make food at Highgate as healthy as possible and improve our eco-footprint in the canteen. Everyone was invited to vote for
- [John Rutter, Highgate OC, judges Young Musician contest](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/john-rutter-highgate-oc-judges-young-musician-contest/) - Highgate’s annual Young Musician of the Year competition took place last week, showcasing an exhilarating array of instrumental and vocal talent from Senior School pupils at both Highgate and London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET). Renowned composer and conductor, John Rutter, who was a pupil at Highgate between 1958 – 1964, returned to judge the
- [Anti-Bullying Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/anti-bullying-week-2/) - This week our whole school has been using ‘Anti-Bullying Week’ as a theme to look out for those around us and stand up for the wellbeing of others. In the Pre-Prep, this year’s theme is ‘Harmony Week’, with PSHEE sessions, assemblies and daily circle times to work on cooperation, empathy and celebrating acts of kindness.
- [Local schools partner on COP28](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/local-schools-partner-on-cop28/) - Last week, sixth form pupils from Highgate and six local schools were joined by Zack Polanski, Deputy Leader of the Green Party of England & Wales and member of the London Assembly, to hold our own version of the United Nation’s 28th Climate Change Conference, COP28, in the Sir Martin Gilbert Library at Highgate School.
- [Cross Country Nationals 3rd Place](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cross-country-nationals-3rd-place/) - Congratulations to the Senior Girls Cross Country Team, who finished 3rd overall in the ESAA Cross Country Cup National Finals. Widely recognised as the most anticipated winter event for athletes, the Cross-Country Championships brings together the best athletes from the 46 counties across England to compete for the honour of being the best in the
- [Five years of Fast Fashion-Free February](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/five-years-of-fast-fashion-free-february/) - Highgate’s flagship eco-campaign, Fast Fashion-Free February - now in its fifth year - launched today with a lunchtime 'crafternoon' session. This month-long programme is designed to encourage our school community, and others around the country, to reconsider their shopping habits and opt for ethical fashion choices instead. Last year the campaign was recognised in The Week
- [Arkwright Scholarship 2023](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/arkwright-scholarship-2023/) - Congratulations to Highgate pupils Maya Grace and Cosmo (both Y12), who have been awarded a two-year Arkwright Engineering Scholarship. This prestigious award will support them through their A Levels, providing personal mentoring and hands-on industry experience to assist them on their journey into Engineering. Both Maya Grace and Cosmo have demonstrated outstanding commitment to STEM
- [A Cohesive Community](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-cohesive-community/) - Working with our parents and carers to support the growth and wellbeing of the young people in our care is a crucial aspect of life at Highgate. This term we’ve introduced several new events to enhance this partnership. Last week we held our first ever PSHE parent education evening in the Senior School. This relaxed
- [Act of Remembrance](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/act-of-remembrance-2023/) - Pupils and staff from our Senior School gathered today in an Act of Remembrance. Children in younger years have also taken part in assemblies during the week and mindful activities to acknowledge the occasion. Senior School pupils contributed to the service in a variety of ways, with a reading of ‘In Flanders Fields’ by pupil
- [House participation](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-participation/) - This year, a new selection of competitions has been added to the annual Senior School House event schedule, designed to bring pupils together in a light-hearted, competitive environment and showcase a range of skills. Four new ‘Participation’ events have taken place during Michaelmas term, including House Puzzles, Quickfire Art, Bake Off and Skittles. These tournaments
- [A Level Results 2023](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-level-results-2023/) - Pupils gathered at the Senior School this morning to receive their A Level and Pre-U exam results for the Class of 2023. The anxiety that comes with this annual rite of passage was heightened this year by their experience of taking public exams for the first time and the national return to pre-pandemic grading standards.
- [GCSE Results 2023](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-2023/) - The nervous wait for GCSE exam results was finally over for Highgate’s Year 11 pupils today as they discovered if their hard work had paid off. Beyond the usual nervousness after weeks of anticipation, many were uncertain about how they might be affected by the return to the pre-pandemic grading standards by exam boards. Amongst
- [Step for Change 2023](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/step-for-change-2023/) - On Wednesday 11 October 2023, pupils from across the whole school, along with sixth formers from our partner school, London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET), took part in our ninth biennial sponsored walk to raise money for charities selected by our pupils. Over 2,300 pupils, from reception children through to sixth formers, took a break
- [Excellence Award for Highgate DTE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/excellence-award-for-highgate-dte/) - We are delighted to announce that Highgate’s Design, Technology and Engineering Team have been named Outstanding Departmental Team at the Design and Technology Association Excellence Awards. These annual Awards recognise the commitment and achievements of teachers, education consultants and academics across primary and secondary schools and further and higher education. This year they took place
- [Highgate Journal 2023](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-journal-2023/) - The 2023 issue of the Highgate Journal is available to read here. Our lead feature explores the role of pupil voice, and the young people who help to unite the community and steer change in and around the school. Along with using pupil experiences to influence school culture, their active engagement develops a sense of
- [Chrysalis Summer School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chrysalis-summer-school/) - This summer, Highgate welcomed over 95 pupils from 14 different partner schools to our 4-day Chrysalis Summer School. This project plays a vital role in Highgate’s partnership work, helping to inspire and support young people to pursue academic subjects at the next level. Pupils from Years 10 and 12 were invited to attend, to deepen
- [Bridging the Gap](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/bridging-the-gap/) - Last week, pupils from Highgate and our partner school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham, hosted their ‘Bridging the Gap’ conference, looking at social mobility and breaking class barriers in education. A keynote speech from local Tottenham MP, David Lammy, alongside a video message from Chair of the Education Select Committee, Robin Walker MP, focused on
- [Arts and Humanities Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/arts-and-humanities-week/) - Last week, pupils in our Senior School celebrated Highgate’s third Arts and Humanities Week, with a packed schedule of events each day – from screen printing and author talks, to lively debates and practical workshops. Pupils immersed themselves in the rich programme of activities, which concluded on Friday with Highgate’s Summer Exhibition, showcasing submissions from
- ['Work in Progress' pupil podcast](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/work-in-progress-pupil-podcast/) - This term, a team of Y12 pupils have launched their new podcast ‘Work in Progress’, to discuss topics that matter to them and encourage others to do the same. Max, Izzy, Jed and Alex have launched this new initiative to explore some of the big issues that strike a chord with them and their peers
- [Giving Together](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/giving-together/) - Y6 pupils have been working on a charity project called ‘Give Together Volunteering’ – an initiative that enables them to contribute to the work of charities that are focused on improving young people’s lives, giving them the support that they need for a positive start in life. Junior School pupils have taken part in four
- [Down to Earth art exhibition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/down-to-earth-art-exhibition/) - Pre-Prep pupils and their families gathered at Lauderdale House this week to celebrate the launch of their botanic-inspired art exhibition, Down to Earth, which is now open for public viewing until Friday 2 June 2023. The Down to Earth project launched at the start of summer term with a visit to this historic local house.
- [School Update](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/coronavirus-update/) - Highgate School is now full open, however social distancing measures are in place and we are keeping pupils safe via separate 'bubbles', masks being worn between lessons and hand sanitisers placed at frequent places across the School. Pupils We understand that this can be an unsettling time for pupils and if anyone requires emotional support,
- [Great Fire of London Pre-Prep Exhibition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/great-fire-of-london-pre-prep-exhibition/) - This term, Y1 Pre-Prep pupils became museum curators with their Great Fire of London exhibition, which they proudly presented to parents and staff in March. The exhibition, showcasing the learning the children had covered across the curriculum, proved to be a huge success, with children from across the Pre-Prep and Year 3 being guided around
- [Pupils Plea for Cleaner Air](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pupils-plea-for-cleaner-air/) - Since 2019, pupils from our Senior School Environment Committee have been campaigning for their right to have cleaner air on the school run. As Spring arrives with longer days, pupils are this week reminding everyone how small changes can make a big difference. Road traffic pollutants are particularly harmful to children, while their lungs are
- [A Connected Community](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-connected-community/) - The Senior School Pupil Leadership Team has launched a campaign this half term to promote the benefits of taking an active role in the community and to encourage younger pupils to follow suit. Y13 pupils have worked together to create a legacy video campaign to share personal testimonies about their experiences of joining societies and
- [PSHE Quality Mark for Testicular Health lesson](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pshe-quality-mark-for-testicular-health-lesson/) - Highgate is delighted to announce that its new testicular health lesson pack, created by Vicky Stubbs (former Highgate PSHE lead) and NHS Barts Health Urology Network, has been awarded the PSHE Association quality mark. As a result, the lesson plan will be sent out to over 27,000 schools and educational partners to teach young people
- [Cyberfirst Girls Winners](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cyberfirst-girls-winners/) - Four Highgate pupils from Y8 have been crowned cyber security champions after winning in the finals of the 2023 Cyberfirst Girls competition. Alexandra, Zoya, Anna and Sofia – also known as ‘Call of Hooty’ – took the top spot in the Independent Schools category of this nationwide contest, run by the National Cyber Security Centre
- [Future Pathways](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/future-pathways/) - Last week, our first ever combined Careers and Higher Education Fair took place, with over 500 Year 11 and 12 pupils from Highgate, the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET) and other local partner schools joining together for the event. In the Junior School Hall, Year 11 and 12 pupils were able to hear from
- [Reading for Pleasure](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/reading-for-pleasure/) - World Book Day is always a popular moment in the Junior School calendar. Classrooms and hallways bustle with a colourful array of literary legends as children celebrate the books that have captured their imaginations and fuelled, what we hope will be, a lifelong love of reading. Underpinning the values of the day is a year-round
- [Charity and Community Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/charity-and-community-week/) - This week, pupils in our Senior School have been baking, busking and battling it out on the netball pitch to raise money for our Charity and Community Week. All proceeds from the daily events will be split between the pupils’ chosen charities: Lower School, Y7&8: UK Antarctic Heritage Trust Middle School, Y9-11: Street Child Sixth
- [Flair Future Leaders](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/flair-future-leaders/) - Five Senior School pupils are taking part, as a team, in the Flair Future Leaders 2022 campaign, a national competition for students aged between 14-17 years old. Kayan, Bianca, Josh and Sophie from Y11 and Rhea in Y10, are working together to drive petition sign-ups to make the reporting of racist incidents mandatory in schools.
- [Winter Skills Trip](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/winter-skills-trip/) - One of Highgate’s many co-curricular courses, ‘Winter Skills’, offers those pupils with a love of hiking and outdoor challenges a chance to tackle the mountains in winter conditions. Director of Outdoor Education, Mr Blackshaw, reports here on their recent trip to Scotland, as they put those skills into practice. 11 sixth formers and 3 staff
- [End of term festivities](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/end-of-term-festivities/) - Michaelmas term has concluded with a throng of concerts, plays, Christmas jumpers and hats, festive lunches and charity fundraisers, along with a plea from pupils to enjoy the merriment in a planet-friendly way. Here we bring you some highlights of the week’s events. Our Pre-Prep children presented a delightful collection of music and dancing in
- [National Inclusion Week 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/national-inclusion-week-2022/) - Our school community is marking National Inclusion Week and its 2022 theme: Time to Act, The Power of Now. This year’s theme highlights the importance of action to make inclusion an everyday reality. It’s a sentiment we champion year-round, but we took time this week to reflect and reaffirm our commitment. In the Senior School,
- [Inclusion Book Club](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/inclusion-book-club/) - During this half term, members of the school Senior Leadership Team, along with school prefects in Y13, are visiting Pre-Prep pupils to read books which celebrate the diversity of our community. Guests this term have included Adam Pettitt (Head), Tanya and Orestis (pupil Heads of School), plus a further 15 pairs of prefects and senior
- [End of Summer Harvest](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/end-of-summer-harvest/) - Highgate runs a total of five gardening clubs, with pupils across the Pre-Prep, Junior School and Senior School taking pride in the sowing and harvesting of their own crops. Over the Summer break, the Support Staff have taken part too - and enjoyed a little Autumnal yield of vegetables themselves. Outdoor learning and wellbeing Head
- [Highgate Journal 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-journal-2022/) - The 2022 issue of the Highgate Journal is available to read, here. In this edition, we interview James Newton, Deputy Head (Academic) of the Senior School, looking at how our pupils are encouraged and supported to pursue the subjects they love and excel in. We meet the pastoral team who guide us in this work
- [Pupils lead wildlife fundraiser](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pupils-lead-wildlife-fundraiser/) - Three pupils from our Junior School have led a charity initiative to support WWF, by organising an art competition based on the endangered animals list and raising a total of £140 for this important cause. Benjy, Haaris and George from Y4 approached their teacher at the end of summer term last year to suggest the
- [Black History Month 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/black-history-month-2022/) - To mark Black History Month, Highgate has hosted a series of activities across the Pre-Prep, Junior and Senior School: from theatrical workshops to assemblies on Black history and African drumming lessons. Before half term, our Head of School and Y13 pupil, Tanya, led Black history assemblies across the Senior School with Partnership Teaching Co-Ordinator Dr Kwasi
- [One World Week 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/one-world-week-2022/) - This week in the Pre-Prep, we held our annual ‘One World Week’ event, to celebrate diversity across the School and beyond. On Monday, children were pleased to share their home-made T-shirt designs, which reflected their personal culture and identity. There were language sessions across the week, led by parents and staff from around the School
- [Cost-of-Living Campaign](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cost-of-living-campaign/) - As we head into a difficult winter for us all, we are very conscious that the cost-of-living challenges faced by everyone will be particularly acute for many children and families at the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham. Therefore, we have launched a cost-of-living fundraising campaign with LAET to ensure that their students can continue to
- [Chrysalis Accelerator Programme](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chrysalis-accelerator-programme/) - On Saturday 12 November, Highgate’s Community and Partnerships department relaunched its Chrysalis Accelerator Programme for the first time since covid-19 social distancing. The Accelerator programme works with our partner Virtual Schools to support children who have a social worker, including those in care. This tailored programme is for children in Y7-12 from the boroughs of
- [Combined Cadet Force at Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/combined-cadet-force-at-highgate/) - Last week, pupils in our Combined Cadet Force (CCF) provided ceremonial support for Highgate’s Remembrance events, an important occasion in their busy year-round schedule. As one of Highgate’s longest running co-curricular provisions, the CCF Army Contingent meets weekly to participate in a huge range of exciting and adventurous military themed activities. This long tradition at
- [Fast Fashion-Free February](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/fast-fashion-free-february-2/) - Say 'bye bye' to the 'buy buy' culture. Now in its fourth year, Highgate’s pupil-led eco initiative Fast Fashion-Free February is going national! Initiated four years ago with a School swap-shop event, Highgate’s Fast Fashion-Free February campaign has proved to be a popular event in the School calendar, growing year on year. For 2022, the
- [Westminster Youth Parliament Debate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/westminster-youth-parliament-debate/) - On Friday 4 November, Y13 Highgate pupil Simran joined over 200 members of the UK Youth Parliament to debate topics related to health in the House of Commons. The sitting was the eleventh session of UK Youth Parliament at Westminster, debating health-related issues as diverse as the cost-of-living crisis and the ongoing effects of climate
- [Chemistry Academic Posters](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chemistry-academic-posters/) - Earlier this term, our Y13 chemists showcased the academic posters they created as a Physical Chemistry project in Y12 to parents, staff and pupils in the younger years. Academic posters are an essential means of communication for the Chemistry community at conferences, and our students rose to the challenge of this university-level exercise, communicating in
- [Arkwright Scholarships 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/arkwright-scholarships-2022/) - Congratulations to Highgate pupils Theo and Ayden (both Y12), who have been awarded a two-year Arkwright Engineering Scholarship. This prestigious award will support them through their A Levels, providing personal mentoring and hands-on industry experience to assist them on their journey into engineering. Both Theo and Ayden have demonstrated outstanding commitment to STEM activities and
- [STEM Outstanding Pupil Award](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/stem-outstanding-pupil-award/) - Congratulations to Ian in Y7, who has been presented with The STEM Workshop Outstanding Pupil Award: Age 5-11, at the Design and Technology Association Excellence Awards on 14 October 2022. These annual awards, held at The Institution of Engineering and Technology in London, recognize those involved in design and technology education around the country. Ian
- [BBC Young Musician finalist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/bbc-young-musician-finalist/) - Congratulations to Aki, in Y10, who gave an incredible performance in the Strings Final of the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition. Despite missing out on a spot in the Grand Final, Aki has been awarded this year’s Walter Todd’s Bursary, alongside another competitor. This is an award given by the BBC to a
- [The Power of Partnerships](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y12-partnership-teambuilding-day/) - On Tuesday 27 September we welcomed over 500 pupils and staff from Highgate and London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET) for our annual Y12 Teambuilder Day. As flagship partner schools, the links between Highgate and LAET are deeply woven, and we work closely together to embed a sense of unity amongst the two communities. Throughout
- [LAET Head named Spurs Community Captain](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/laet-head-named-spurs-community-captain/) - We are delighted that Jan Balon, Head of our lead partner school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET), has been named as Tottenham Hotspur’s Community Captain in recognition of his incredible work in the local area. Jan has led the school since its inception in 2017 – when it was jointly founded by Highgate and
- [House Vocal Competition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-vocal-competition/) - Michaelmas term has started with a musical bang, after the exhilarating House Vocal competition on Tuesday 13 September. Just seven days into the new academic year, all 12 houses in the Senior School (pupils in Y9-13) came together for what is widely considered to be the centrepiece of the House calendar. The intensity of the
- [GCSE Results 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-2022/) - Our Year 11 pupils began their back-to-school routines today by opening their GCSE results, either in person or online. Beyond the usual nervousness after weeks of waiting, they were uncertain about what the re-drawing of grade boundaries to reflect a post-pandemic stiffening of standards would mean. They were relieved and excited to find out how
- [A level results 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-level-results-2022/) - A level and Pre-U exam results for the Class of 2022 were released to students today after the seasonal but inevitably anxious wait for news which will shape young people’s lives. Hard on the heels of the fateful email from school came news from universities, reflecting the tremendous range of academic fields that our pupils
- [Anti-Sexism Forum](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/anti-sexism-forum/) - On Saturday 12 March, Senior School pupils from Highgate hosted an Anti-Sexism Forum with our partner state schools and other independent schools across London. Around 50 pupils and staff came together for open discussions and to share ideas about how students and staff, together, can continue the important work already begun on eradicating sexism and
- [Support for Ukraine](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/support-for-ukraine/) - From fitness challenges running miles that total the distance from London to Kyiv, to concerts and a themed non-uniform day, Highgate pupils, families and staff have been busy fundraising for those affected by war in Ukraine. At the end of the Summer Term, a dozen refugee children began their studies with us here at Highgate
- [Students lead Racial Justice Conference](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/students-lead-racial-justice-conference/) - Pupils from Highgate School and London Academy of Excellence Tottenham hosted a virtual Racial Justice Conference on Tuesday 6 July 2021 for over 200 students from schools across Haringey and other parts of London. The student organisers, who are part of the London Citizens Racial Justice group, were joined by an expert panel of speakers
- [Anti-Sexism and Sexual Violence plan](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/anti-sexism-and-sexual-violence-plan/) - The public testimonies on the Everyone's Invited website, our pupils’ testimonies, and the Ofsted review of sexual abuse in schools and colleges, make clear that sexual harassment, online abuse and sexual violence are prevalent in young people’s lives. In an intense period of just four months, our pupils, their families, their predecessors and our staff across the Pre-Prep,
- [Engineering Award for Former Highgate Pupil](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/engineering-award-for-former-highgate-pupil/) - We are delighted to announce that former Highgate pupil, Vivika Martini, has won The Royal Academy of Engineering Award for Exceptional Pupil Achievement, at the 21st Design and Technology Excellence Awards. Vivika was a pupil at Highgate until 2019 and has just relocated to America to begin an engineering degree at UCLA (University of California,
- [COP26 Response](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cop26-response/) - To mark COP26, pupils and staff at Highgate have been working on several events to enhance awareness of the global urgency of the climate crisis. From displays around the School and lunchtime talks, to themed lessons, staff training, our own ‘Mock COP’ event, and one of our pupils offering remote support to student delegates at
- [Anti-Bullying Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/anti-bullying-week/) - Last week, our Junior School focussed on the theme of anti-bullying, to embed our ongoing values of kindness, empathy and compassion. The focus this year was ‘One Kind Word’, as chosen by the national Anti-Bullying Week campaign. The children explored the theme through drama, poetry, debate and creative arts, and learned about social interactions in context. A
- [Have a Merry Green Christmas!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/have-a-merry-green-christmas/) - At last we hope to be able to spend the Holiday Season with our loved ones, but sadly, much of the associated festive sparkle, ribbon and wrap has traditionally come from less than eco friendly materials. However, that doesn't mean the magic of Christmas has to disappear.... Our pupil-led Environment Committee have pulled together some
- [Children's Mental Health Awareness Week in the Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/childrens-mental-health-awareness-week-in-the-pre-prep/) - Last week our Pre-Prep School focused on Children's Mental Health Awareness Week which involved our youngest pupils exploring differing mindfulness resources. Children were able to try different activities such as using mindful cards, stacking stones, smelling relaxing scents and even creating fiddle toys to use in 'Calm Corner.' Gabrielle Letimier , our Pre-Prep PSHE lead who
- [200 Yellow Candles to mark Yom HaShoah](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/200-yellow-candles-gifted-to-mark-yom-hashoah/) - One of our Year 7 pupils, Adam, recently hosted an assembly to mark Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Memorial Day as it is also known, to help his fellow pupils understand more about what happened to Jews in World War 2. Adam said "It is a subject that is very close to my heart, my four
- [Clean Air Day](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/clean-air-day/) - On Thursday 16 June our school community joined together to promote National Clean Air Day. Activities included a Y10 DTE air monitoring exercise; a London Schools Eco Network Sustainability Conference for schools; green-pledges from Highgate pupils and parents, and a welcome committee for Senior School cyclists to celebrate their eco-friendly travel choice. Over 100 people
- [RSE Innovation Award](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/rse-innovation-award/) - Highgate Biology teacher, Vicky Stubbs, has been awarded RSE Educator of the Year in the innovation category at the Sex Education Forum Awards. These annual awards are designed to celebrate excellence in teaching relationships and sex education and are judged by a panel of young people. The innovative bystander intervention training programme for sixth formers
- [One World Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/one-world-week/) - Last week, in the Pre-Prep, we held our annual ‘One World Week’ event, to celebrate diversity across the School and beyond. This popular event is held early in the School year to welcome families and expand our appreciation of world cultures. As Gideon Zucker, Deputy Principal, explains: “One World Week is one of my favourite
- [Diversity and Inclusion at Highgate – The story so far](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/diversity-and-inclusion-at-highgate-the-story-so-far/) - Following on from the recent Black Lives Matter protests in the wake of the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May, Highgate decided to accelerate plans to put Inclusion at the heart of the school’s strategy and operations. These plans were already underway but had been unavoidably delayed due to the Covid-19 lockdown. Ms
- [Sport in her Shoes feedback](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sport-in-her-shoes-feedback/) - On Thursday 9 and Friday 10 of June 2022, Highgate School hosted a Sport in her Shoes Conference, led by The Well HQ – a visionary team of medical, scientific, and high-performance specialists who are on a mission to tackle inequalities in female health and create positive change. Statistics show the gender gaps inherent in
- [25 Car loads for Foodbank Aid](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/25-car-loads-for-foodbank-aid/) - This year we have taken on a year long commitment to supporting FoodBank Aid, a local charity founded during the pandemic from one person's garage. FoodBank Aid's sole aim is to tackle the daily challenge of food poverty in North London. Operating as a central donation and distribution hub, they collect and purchase food, toiletries
- [Vex Robotics UK Champions](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/vex-robotics-uk-champions/) - Congratulations to the Highgate team ‘Momento Mori’ – Maddy, Yasmin and Milan in Y9 – for their outstanding performance at the Vex Robotics national and international competitions. At the end of April, they were crowned UK champions over the two-day competition in Telford, and last week, they finished in the top 100 teams in the
- [Y13 Vinnie shortlisted for Song Academy Young Songwriter 2022](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y13-vinnie-shortlisted-for-song-academy-young-songwriter-2022/) - Congratulations go to Y13 musician Vinnie, who has been shortlisted in the top ten for The Song Academy Young Songwriter 2022 competition. His song ‘Contrast’ has been selected out of 815 other pieces created by songwriters aged 8-18 from across the world! The Song Academy team says that “The top 10 finalist songs (Top 5
- [Two Climbing Competition Wins!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/two-climbing-competition-wins/) - Exciting news for Highgate's climbing teams who have just won the U18 Mixed Lead Climbing and the U18 Women’s Individual title in the Independent Schools Climbing Competition this week! Ten of our pupils took part at the event hosted at XC Climbing Centre in Hemel Hempstead. We had a team of four pupils in the
- [Sustainable City Awards shortlist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sustainable-city-awards-nomination/) - We are delighted that Highgate biology teacher, Ms Jenny Chapman, has been shortlisted for London’s School Changemaker of the Year for Global Action Plan’s Sustainable City Awards 2022! Ms Chapman’s nomination is for her involvement and leadership of the London Schools Eco Network (LSEN): a vibrant and expanding group of students and staff from across
- [Duke of Edinburgh training in Snowdonia](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/duke-of-edinburgh-training-in-snowdonia/) - Last weekend, 41 students from Year 12 travelled to Snowdonia to complete practice expeditions for their Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award. Setting out on Thursday afternoon and returning on Sunday evening, seven groups of between five and seven students hiked across Snowdonia National Park, following routes they had planned and implementing training they had undergone.
- [Sport in her Shoes Conference](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sport-in-her-shoes-conference/) - Highgate School is hosting a Sport in Her Shoes Conference on Thursday 9 and Friday 10 June, in collaboration with The Well HQ, focused on female health and girls’ engagement in Sport, Physical Activity and Co-Curricular pathways. The Conference is designed for teachers, pupils and parents/carers – from both girls’ and co-educational schools – and
- [Pop, Rock and Rap Showcase](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pop-rock-and-rap-showcase/) - At the end of Lent term, 55 pupils from both Highgate and London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET) joined together to present a Pop, Rock and Rap Showcase at The Roundhouse Studio Theatre. The concert on 24 March was the first time that students from both schools have performed together and was presented by former
- [The Windhover magazine](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-windhover-magazine/) - The 2022 issue of The Windhover magazine, a celebration of pupil creativity, is now available to read here Liv in Y12, has boldly embraced her new role as the first pupil editor of the magazine, curating a compelling collection of poems, stories, artwork, reviews and letters in response to the theme of ‘Journeys’. Celebrated poet
- [From school project to published writer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/from-school-project-to-published-writer/) - 14-year-old Highgate pupil, Theo, is to become Markosia’s youngest ever published writer, when the graphic novel Johnny Recruit – which began life as a school project in Y5 – is released on 30 May. Theo, Y9, has written the story for the new book, inspired by tales of his great uncle Albert ‘Bert’ Houle, a
- [Clean Air Campaign](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/clean-air-campaign/) - This week, Highgate pupils are leading a ‘Clean Air Campaign’ to raise awareness about high levels of air pollution in London and promote the health and wellbeing benefits of clean air and sustainable travel. The Environment Committee in the Senior School have put together various resources to raise awareness among our pupil, staff and parent
- [Junior School Partnership Clubs](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-partnership-clubs/) - Our Junior School co-curricular programme includes several partnership clubs with local schools. It has been a pleasure to see these clubs returning after the Covid-hiatus, reuniting children from five participating schools (St. Josephs, Brookfield, St Michael’s, Highgate Primary and Highgate School) to resume their weekly activities of drama, chorus, science, craft, early-morning Maths and reading.
- [Shakespeare Week in the Junior School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/shakespeare-week-in-the-junior-school/) - This week, pupils in our Junior School have been celebrating Shakespeare Week, bringing his words to life through an informative and entertaining assembly and practical English and Drama workshops. On Wednesday, all pupils took part in an introductory assembly run by Bigfoot Theatre, followed by Year 3 workshops analysing some of the bard’s most famous
- [Our Giving Day raises £250K for Bursaries and LAE Tottenham](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/giving-day-raised-250k-for-junior-school-bursaries-and-laet/) - A grand total of £250,981 was raised throughout our Giving Day, Highgate’s fundraising campaign to provide bursary places in our Junior School and offer extra resources such as wellbeing support for LAE Tottenham students. Parents, OCs, friends, staff, pupils and generous match donors rallied together in our mammoth 36 hour fundraising event to raise a
- [Employability Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/employability-week/) - Last week was our annual Highgate Employability Week and National Careers Week. Our theme this year was “Discover” with the aim being for pupils in the Senior School to recognise the value that comes from trying new things and getting involved in activities they might enjoy. Throughout the week, pupils took part in a range of
- [Young Musician of the Year Final](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/young-musician-of-the-year-final/) - After an absence of three years, the Highgate Young Musician of the Year Competition has returned with an exhilarating final on Wednesday 9 March at St Michael’s Church, Highgate. 10 Senior School pupils stepped up to present a thrilling array of highly accomplished vocal and instrumental performances, to their invited audience. Our guest adjudicator, professional
- [La Soirée Française](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/la-soiree-francaise/) - Tonight sees the premiere of this year’s French drama production, La Soirée Française, a delightful evening of music and drama, performed in French by Senior School pupils. On Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 March, 20 pupils from years 9, 10 and 12 will present an evening of Gallic delights, combining musical performances and drama sketches
- [Triple Success for Cross country girls](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/triple-success-for-our-cross-country-girls/) - Three cheers for our Senior Cross Country girls and their run of recent successes. Firstly, our Year 9 and 10 girls came second in the English Schools Cross-country Cup National Final which took place in Newquay, Cornwall. Secondly, the same year groups' team won Sevenoaks School's prestigious The Knole Run, arguably the most prestigious cross-country
- [Highgate finalist in Everywoman Tech Awards](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-finalist-in-everywoman-technology-awards/) - We are delighted to announce that Y9 pupil, Imogen, has been selected as a finalist in the ‘One to Watch’ category of the Everywoman Technology Awards. Imogen was a key member of the Highgate team who won last year’s CyberFirst Girls Competition run by GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre and has continued to support younger
- [ISI Inspection Report](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/isi-inspection-report/) - The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) has rated the quality of education provided at Highgate School as ‘excellent’ in a recent Regulatory Compliance and Educational Quality Inspection conducted in December 2021. The Inspection Report found that the School is compliant in all aspects of the School Standards, and rated as ‘excellent’ (the highest standard) in both
- [Y12 Amelia wows judges at Art speaking competition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y12-amelia-wows-judges-at-art-speaking-competition/) - Congratulations go to Year 12 pupil Amelia who delivered a compelling talk as part of the ARTiculation Prize public speaking competition. Oxford art historian Dr Paula Larsson said she was "floored by this excellent presentation!" and that "Amelia did a great job of contextualising and following up with analysis." She added that all speakers had
- [31 Oxbridge Offers for Highgate Pupils](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/31-oxbridge-offers-for-highgate-pupils/) - Exciting news has reached 31 Highgate pupils who have each been offered a place at either Oxford or Cambridge University this September. Head of Sixth Form (Academic), Mr Guy Waller said: "We'd like to congratulate those receiving an offer from Oxford and Cambridge, primarily because of all the extra hard work they've had to put
- [253 online practice interviews](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/253-mock-interviews-at-online-chrysalis-event/) - Each year, Highgate partners with a number of state schools to host a practise interview event for pupils preparing for university and careers. This year, we conducted 253 mock interviews, with pupils from 13 schools across London. Over 90 interviewers took part, almost all of whom were Highgate teachers. A small number of teachers from
- [Independent Review report and Local Authority Safeguarding Review](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/independent-review-report-and-local-authority-safeguarding-review/) - Highgate School has today published the report from its Independent Review, led by the Rt Hon Dame Anne Rafferty. The review was commissioned by School Governors in response to the issues brought to light by the website ‘Everyone’s Invited’ and the Open Letter to Highgate Governors from current and former pupils. The Independent Review team
- [Pupils' Art Sale for Junior School Bursaries](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pupils-art-sale-for-junior-school-bursaries/) - Three Junior School pupils have launched an art sale featuring their own creations at a Muswell Hill café to help raise funds and awareness for our Junior School bursaries. Sisters Elizabeth, Year 3, and Sophia, Year 6 and Mark, Year 3, decided they wanted to help make Highgate a place of equal educational opportunity for
- [OUTSTANDING OFSTED FOR LAET](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/outstanding-ofsted-for-laet/) - Following a visit in November 2021, LAE Tottenham has been awarded the highest possible grade of “outstanding” in all areas in the school’s first ever OFSTED inspection. The judgements for each area - the quality of education; behaviour and attitudes; personal development and leadership and management were each rated outstanding - the highest grade possible.
- [Safi Coffee Christmas Gift Ideas](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/safi-coffee-christmas-gift-ideas/) - As we approach the festive season, a team of Highgate pupils are driving several initiatives to raise money for the Safi Coffee project, which helps provide Ugandan children with essential education through the sale of freshly roasted coffee and merchandise. Highgate is part of a collective of schools who are working together to import Ugandan coffee to sell
- [Junior School Virtual Aztec Workshop](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/aztec-workshop/) - Year 5 pupils enjoyed a colourful presentation by Mexicolore supporting their current History curriculum on the Aztecs. Last week, Mexicolore craft specialists delivered a fun, instructional and authentic online workshop for children on the history of the Mexica and an introduction to Mexican arts and crafts. Ms Naomi Stungo, KS2 teacher, said: ‘The online version
- [Our first 'Giving Day' launches!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/our-first-giving-day/) - Excitement is building as we prepare for our first Giving Day: a blaze of pupil-led charitable activities, where all donations will be matched pound-for-pound! A Giving Day is a 36-hour fundraising challenge that will bring our community together, to maximise awareness, engagement and donations to Highgate is Here, our charitable campaign supporting Bursaries and LAE
- [New principals for the Junior School and Pre-Prep](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/new-principals-for-the-junior-school-and-pre-prep/) - The Governors of Highgate School are delighted to announce the appointment of the new Pre-Prep and Junior School Principals from September 2022. Sally Hancock will succeed Katie Giles as Principal of the Pre-Prep, and Philippa Studd will take over from Mark James as Principal of the Junior School. Head, Adam Pettitt commented: “I am delighted
- [Senior School Clubs and Societies](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/senior-school-clubs-and-societies/) - After a long Covid-enforced break, our wide array of Senior School lunchtime and afterschool clubs and societies have been surging back to life this term, offering a welcome forum to reconnect, share hobbies and have fun! With over 100 choices available, from the popular long-running clubs, such as Duke of Edinburgh Award and Combined Cadet
- [RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS SOCIETY VISIT FOOD BANK AID](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/random-acts-of-kindness-society-visit-food-bank-aid/) - Last week, the founding members of our pupil-led society Random Acts of Kindness visited North London’s Food Bank Aid to tour the facility and deliver over 50 bags of food, toiletries and household goods for families in need across our region. More than 11,000 families benefit from North London Food Bank Aid, a charity founded
- [Arkwright Engineering Scholarships](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/arkwright-engineering-scholarships/) - Congratulations to Highgate pupils Catherine and Arav (both Y12), who have been awarded a two-year Arkwright Engineering Scholarship. This prestigious award will support them through their A Levels, providing personal mentoring and hands-on industry experience to assist them on their journey into engineering. Both Catherine and Arav have demonstrated outstanding commitment to STEM activities and
- [Act of Remembrance](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/act-of-remembrance/) - Today we held an Act of Remembrance in the Parade Ground for all staff and pupils. This was concluded by a small party of people including the Head and Heads of School following the CCF colours round to the Chapel Quad to plant wooden crosses before the memorial. CCF pupil, Year 13 Clare W said
- [Peak District Climbing](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/peak-district-climbing/) - Last weekend a group of Y11, 12 and 13 pupils travelled to the Peak District for the weekend, for an outdoor rock climbing trip. This is the first trip we've been able to run since before the pandemic, so the pupils were naturally very excited, as were the staff! We stayed in Castleton in the
- [OUR EIGHTH SPONSORED WALK!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/our-eighth-sponsored-walk/) - On Thursday 14 October 2021, pupils from across the whole School, along with sixth formers from our partner school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET), took part in our bi-annual sponsored walk to raise funds for five local, national and international charities, as chosen by our pupils. Each year group undertook varying distances, with our
- [80 Junior School Co Curricular Activities](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/80-junior-school-co-curricular-activities/) - This Michaelmas Term has seen our Junior School Co Curricular programme bounce back with a vengeance as a host of new and exciting clubs have launched that can be run in person at last! With over 80 Autumnal amusements to choose from dotted across the week before school, during lunch break or after school, there’s
- [Y13 Geographers' trip to the Lakes](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y13-geographers-trip-to-the-lakes/) - This Term, we're delighted to be able to make an exciting and careful return to several school excursions post lockdown! Our Y13 Geographers have recently arrived back home from a trip to the Blencathra Field Studies Centre in the heart of the Lake District so that they can complete the physical fieldwork component of their
- [Profile: Aiden Tsen](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/profile-aiden-tsen/) - Chrysalis Fellow and Highgate Cholmeleian Aiden Tsen is celebrating his unconditional Oxbridge offer for October 2020. In his profile here, Aiden takes us through his journey to Oxford University, talking about his passion for chemistry, through to his reasons for taking a gap year, and how he plans to pursue a career in academia. Can
- [Exams 2021](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/exams-2021/) - Congratulations to the class of 2021, whose A level, Pre-U and GCSE exam results were released this week, with students logging onto their accounts from around the country and the world! The earlier publication of grades, which were based on teacher assessments, scrutinised by exam boards, meant the time-hallowed walk through the school library to
- [Teentech Award Success](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/teentech-award-success/) - We are pleased to announce that Highgate pupil, Jemima (Y11), has jointly won the Education category of the Teentech 2021 Awards for her automatic page turner – an ingenious creation to help musicians continue playing, whilst using their feet to automatically turn the page on a book of music. The Teentech awards help to inspire
- [Y12 Partnership STEM Conference](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y12-partnership-stem-conference/) - Last week we hosted a Y12 virtual STEM conference for Sixth form pupils at Highgate and London Academy of Excellence Tottenham, to further pupils' awareness of science beyond their curricular studies including topical issues facing the scientific community today. External speakers from Imperial College, Queen Mary University and Winchester College, joined Highgate staff, to present
- [Popcorn on Mars? Y5 pupil wins Engineers Choice Award!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/popcorn-on-mars-y5-charlotte-wins-marsballoon-engineers-choice-award/) - Will we be eating popcorn on Mars in years to come? Year 5 pupil Charlotte believes we may well be, and as a consequence has had her idea selected in the MARSBalloon project to be sent up into the sky via a mission to Mars simulation. What might we be doing on Mars in the
- [Lille@home](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/lillehome/) - This term would usually see our Year 7 pupils taking part in a popular French trip to Lille, Y8 would have done it last summer. However, travel restrictions around Covid have meant we have had to press pause for another year and get creative with how we reinvent opportunities to experience France and practise the
- [Diana Award for former Highgate pupil](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/diana-award-for-former-highgate-pupil/) - Former Highgate pupil, Dr. Ally Jaffee (SG 2014), has won a prestigious Diana Award in recognition of her pioneering healthcare start-up Nutritank, which advises UK medical schools on teaching students about diet and nutrition. Ally graduated from Highgate in 2014, having studied Biology, Chemistry and English Literature. She went on to study Medicine at the
- [Junior School Charity Week for World Child Cancer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-charity-week-for-world-child-cancer/) - Junior School pupils have had a busy week of fundraising for World Child Cancer, taking part in a variety of fun activities each day, including charity breakfasts, an exciting House Aquathlon, creating artwork for a child cancer ward and concluding today (Fri 18 June) with a vibrant non-uniform day. Children were also encouraged to complete
- [Junior School Camp Out!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-camp-out/) - A true highlight on the Junior School calendar, our annual camps outs for Years 3 - 5 on the field have begun. Sadly last year we weren't able to host due to Covid of course, but this year we're lucky enough to be able to go ahead again! Each year group from 3-6 has their
- [Highgate pupil to represent UK at Global Mandarin Speaking Final](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-pupil-to-represent-uk-at-global-mandarin-speaking-final/) - Following her triumph in the Individual Advanced category of the British Council Mandarin Speaking Competition in May 2021, Y12 pupil Chloe has been selected to represent the UK in the global final of the China Bridge Competition, which will take place in November this year. Three Highgate pupils – JJ Y9, Daniel Y11 and Chloe
- [Chinese New Year](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chinese-new-year/) - Pupils, staff and families from across Highgate School have been celebrating Chinese New Year by making video messages to bid you a happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Ox.  Our Year 2 Pre-Prep pupils have been working on some gorgeous lantern paintings and Year 1 have made some masks and fans to mark
- ['What DTE means to me,' by Y12 Arkwright Scholar Lili](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/what-dte-means-to-me-by-arkwright-scholar-lili-y12/) - I love DTE because there are so many interesting fields to explore. In my most recent projects I have been focusing more on environmental engineering, but I find robotics and coding fascinating too. I felt a real sense of achievement and a huge boost in confidence when I found out I had got the scholarship.
- [Highgate pupils in Vex Robotics World Championship](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-pupils-in-vex-robotics-world-championship/) - On Friday 28 May 2021, Y9 pupils Maya and Agastya took part in the first-ever live remote final of the Vex Robotics World Championship, coming 654th out of 1,584 Vex IQ teams from around the world. Maya and Agastya, the ‘Plasmatic Protons’, took part in several live challenges, connecting via video call with the tournament
- [The Gate: New Student Publication](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-gate-new-student-publication/) - This week sees the launch of The Gate – the first all-embracing student publication that draws from the wealth of independently researched and written articles produced by pupils across the school, over the last calendar year. This new publication represents a snapshot of the rich array of student talent from various academic subjects and their
- [Climbing Challenge](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/climbing-challenge/) - Last week six of our pupils took part in an adrenaline fuelled climbing competition Fearless of heights, a pair of Year 10s, Anna and Lucien, Year 11s, Maxim and Clare, and Year 12s, Elena and Felix, travelled with Dr Reilly, Mr Blackshaw and Ms Wykurz, our Outdoor Education team, to compete in the Independent Schools
- [Year 8 Arnhem/Bruges Sports Tour 2019](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-8-arnhem-bruges-sports-tour-2019/) - Day 4 - Tuesday 22 October Our time in Arnhem came to an end with a final session from the professional coaches. It has been a very busy few days but the pupils have been on fantastic form throughout, rising to the challenge of multiple training sessions, fixtures and excursions in a short period of
- [Steps to Success](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/steps-to-success/) - It’s been a busy week at Highgate with our pupils and partner school pupils engaging in a range of events exploring future choices. Higher Education Fair Last Thursday, Highgate pupils (and parents) were joined by our Chrysalis partner schools in the Sports Hall where they had the opportunity to speak to 50 representatives from UK
- [International Men's Day 2020](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/international-mens-day-2020/) - Today it is International Men's Day 2020, and Highgate English teacher Alice Robinson looks at how we define masculinity in the 21st Century... "What does it mean to be a man?" If you find that a tough question to answer, you’re not alone. Staff at Highgate, female and male, have been thinking hard about how
- [Auction led by Spurs to support LAET pupils' wellbeing](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/auction-led-by-spurs-to-support-laet-pupils-wellbeing/) - Fancy the chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience with a Spurs legend whilst raising money for children's mental health? Highgate is the principle educational sponsor of LAE Tottenham and our partner, the principle business sponsor, Tottenham Hotspur, is holding an online auction of money-can’t-buy prizes to provide mental health support for local pupils. What will
- [National Commendation for Pupil Poet Liv!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/national-commendation-for-pupil-poet-liv/) - Year 11 pupil Liv has had her poem selected out of 15,000 worldwide entries as one of the top 85 commended poems by the Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award 2020. Liv’s poem title ‘Altneuland’ will be published on The Poetry Society’s website and featured on our YouTube and Vimeo channels later in the
- [The Contemporary 21](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-contemporary-21/) - Introducing The Contemporary 21, a collection of contemporary fiction titles chosen by pupils, for pupils, to reflect the best of popular reading for young people. We had a large number of books nominated by pupils from across all years. Our pupil-led Highgate 21 Reading Committee have taken this shortlist to a more 'contemporary' place and
- [Back to School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/back-to-school/) - After more than two months of studying at home, we were delighted to welcome pupils and staff back to Highgate this week. Classrooms, hallways, playgrounds and communal spaces were filled again with lively chatter, happy reunions and a renewed sense of purpose, as friends, teachers and colleagues were reunited. “Schools in lockdown feel empty, shorn of purpose and laughter
- [Highgate Girls Win CyberFirst Competition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-girls-win-cyberfirst-competition/) - Pupils from Highgate have been crowned winners of the 2021 CyberFirst Girls Competition run by GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre. Iva, Imogen, Sophia and Calliope from Y8 took part in the first-ever online final on Monday 26 April 2021, alongside nine other teams from across the UK, to tackle cyber security challenges. Their fellow Y8
- [Highgate Independent Review reaches out to pupils, parents, staff and former pupils](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-independent-review-reaches-out-to-pupils-parents-staff-and-former-pupils/) - Highgate’s Governing Body has announced further details about the Independent Review relating to the accounts of sexual misconduct, including the scope of the review, members of the review panel and ways in which pupils, parents, staff and former pupils are able to submit testimonies or comments. The Rt Hon Dame Anne Rafferty DBE PC is leading the Review, supported by two advisors in safeguarding; Alexandra Colclough and Lando Du Plooy. The Review is seeking to analyse and understand the anonymous testimonies relating to Highgate submitted through (i)
- [2,500 Walk Across North London for Uganda](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/2500-walk-across-north-london-for-uganda/) - On Friday 18 October, over 2,500 pupils and staff from Highgate and sibling school, The London Academy of Excellence in Tottenham, walked across North London to raise over £110,000 for our partner school in Uganda, Great Lakes High. Tottenham Hotspur FC Stadium Starting Point On the morning of the walk, both Heads, Adam Pettitt and
- [Governors Confirm Dame Anne Rafferty to Lead Independent Review](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/governors-confirm-dame-anne-rafferty-to-lead-independent-review/) - Highgate’s Governing Body has commissioned an immediate external review of the sexual abuse and harassment allegations, raised by pupil testimonies on the ‘Everyone’s Invited’ website and in an open letter sent to Governors this week. The review will be led by The Rt Hon Dame Anne Rafferty DBE PC, former Lady Justice of Appeal and
- [TES Winners 2020](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/winner-of-the-tes-independent-school-awards-2020/) - We’re very excited to announce that Highgate won the award for Senior School of the Year at the 2020 TES awards on Friday 7 February. As if that wasn’t enough, we then went on to win the overall award and prestigious title of Independent School of the Year 2020! Winning two awards is a momentous
- [London Independent School of the Decade](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/london-independent-school-of-the-decade/) - Highgate School has been named The Sunday Times London Independent School of the Decade by Parent Power, The Sunday Times Schools Guide, published in The Sunday Times on November 29. Alastair McCall of Parent Power, said: “Our Schools of the Decade awards are designed to recognise sustained academic excellence and the work outstanding schools undertake to disseminate best practice. Few schools
- [Sad News: OC Murray Walker has died aged 97](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sad-news-oc-murray-walker-has-died-aged-97/) - We are sad to share the news that legendary Formula 1 commentator and OC Murray Walker (Cordell House 1936), has died at the age of 97. Born Graeme Murray Walker on 10 October 1923, Murray was a pupil at Highgate between 1936-41, making him part of the cohort of pupils evacuated to Westward Ho! during
- [World Book Day](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/world-book-day/) - Like many people all over the country, pupils at Highgate have been celebrating World Book Day this year with great enthusiasm! We embraced the remote conditions and found alternative ways to share our love of books and reading both from Highgate@Home and in School. From dressing up in character costumes, to Zoom author talks, Tweet-length
- [Over 1,200 Covid Tests in 3 Days!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/over-1200-covid-tests-in-3-days/) - By Friday 5 March, over 1,200 Senior School pupils at Highgate will have had Lateral Flow Covid-19 tests prior to commencing back at School in person on Monday 8 March! A Herculean Community Effort Mr Colin Henderson, Director of Pupil Volunteering and Community Engagement, says "It's been a Herculean community effort of volunteering! We had
- [Fundraising February at Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/fundraising-february-at-highgate/) - Pupils raise over £12,000 for North London Action for the Homeless Students from Highgate have taken part in ‘Fundraising February’, a pupil led initiative to raise funds for North London Action for the Homeless. Across a group of Highgate pupils from Y7-Y13, the Fundraising February project has so far raised approximately £12,000 to support the
- [Fast Fashion Free February](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/fast-fashion-free-february/) - Highgate is celebrating its third year of being fast fashion free with a host of sustainable initiatives throughout February. For the past three years, pupils and staff have pledged to make the second month of the year the one where they upcycle, go meat free and forgo any penchant for fast fashion! Ms Sarah Mynott
- [The Lucky Viking Junior School Play](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-lucky-viking/) - Last week, Year 4 put on a mini play called The Lucky Viking, as part of their learning about History. The children helped create the stage set and costumes to fully immerse themselves in theatrical production! Year 4 Alyssa said 'I played as Sigrid Smelly Feet! We had to make shields for the Dragon Ship
- [LAET Pupils Receive 10 Oxbridge Offers](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/laet-pupils-receive-10-oxbridge-offers/) - We are thrilled to announce that 10 pupils from our sibling free school, LAE Tottenham, have been offered places to study at Oxford or Cambridge University for the next academic year. Highgate Head, Adam Pettitt, said: “This fantastic news adds to the success of LAET’s students in gaining fabulous offers from leading universities across the
- [Cook-Along Cakes Gifted to the NHS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/cook-along-cakes-gifted-to-the-nhs/) - Our Junior School has been hosting a weekly online cookery lesson attracting over 80 families! Last week, the recipe for this interactive cook-along was muffins, and Year 4 pupil Lara kindly donated her batch of delicious baked goods to the frontline NHS team where her father works. Lara said: ‘My dad works in the hospital
- [An Interview with Teacher and Author Aine Mulkeen](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/an-interview-with-our-junior-school-teacher-and-author-aine-mulkeen/) - Ms Aine Mulkeen is one of Highgate's Junior School teachers, and unbeknown to some, author of detective fiction novel, Murder Most Festive, published under the pseudonym Ada Moncrieff. Read on in our interview with Ms Mulkeen to find out a little more about her passion for writing and how she balances this with her teaching
- [There's Snow Place Like Highgate!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/snow-place-like-highgate/) - From toasted marshmallows, to sustainable Christmas crafting, to carol singing and performing a competitive interform rendition of The Twelve Days of Christmas, the festive season has arrived at Highgate School! On Tuesday 1 September, and Tuesday 8 September, Year 7 and Year 8 respectively, will each have a day 'off' from lessons, to focus on
- [The Windhover 2020 Lands Home](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-windhover-2020-lands-home/) - The annual edition of the pupils' creative writing and arts magazine The Windhover has landed! With 'home' being the mainstay of 2020, and Highgate@Home being the learning focus for several months of School leading up to Summer, this year's compilation dwells poignantly on this theme. Pupils have shared candid experiences of lockdown, how COVID has
- [Rockstars, Yogis and Physicists](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/girls-in-physics-rockstars-astrologers-yogis/) - Last Wednesday we had the second Girls in Physics of the term, on Zoom. The seminars aim to inspire females to pursue their love of physics, and meet like-minded and successful physicists who talk about their careers and multi-dimensional interests. Often this means having some fun challenging any preconceived stereotypes and turning them on their
- [Maths Week in the Junior School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/maths-week-in-the-junior-school/) - Last week, the Junior School joined an event called 'Maths Week England' that aims to encourage children to access and enjoy interesting mathematical experiences from the same source. The linked activities include Numberfit!, Science Museum Cipher Wheels, Teach Active, Where maths meets…the world of work!, Maths on Toast, Cambridgeshire LA Maths Team resources, Doug presents:
- [Great Historian Marc Morris Zooms Year 7](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/great-historian-marc-morris-zooms-y7-history/) - Marc Morris, a well-known historian of the Middle Ages, zoomed into two Y7 classes last week. Pupils had been using his work to decide whether another historian, Simon Schama, was correct to say that the Norman Conquest of 1066 “annihilated” one kind of England and set up another in its place. Having read sections of Morris’s The Norman Conquest, it was quite a
- ['Marathon Heads' Raise Over £70K for LAET Families](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/marathon-heads-highgate-community-raise-70k-for-laet-families/) - Head Adam Pettitt, and Jan Balon, LAE Tottenham’s Headteacher, successfully completed their marathon, to raise money for Hardship at LAE Tottenham, from Highgate to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. Over 30 members of staff and pupils completed remote challenges, including other marathons and 60km bike rides! We are grateful for these efforts, which, collectively
- [Poetry at Highgate Junior School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/poetry-at-highgate-junior-school/) - Last week, HJS pupils were busy preparing for this year’s House poetry writing competition and submitting their fantastic entries before a fast approaching deadline. Pupils were encouraged to write about something special or unique to them, whilst being creative and reflective about their chosen topic. Some of the entries submitted cover a hobby or passion
- [Junior School Author Talk with Christopher Edge](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-author-talk-with-christopher-edge/) - We are very pleased to announce the continuation of author visits to Highgate as an important part of keeping pupils engaged with reading. On Thursday 5 November, the author Christopher Edge visited the school via Zoom to talk to the Year 5 pupils. Storytelling: Magic, Science and Adventure Christopher has made a name for himself
- [Questioning the ban on outdoor tennis - Y10 Jess' letter in the FT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/questioning-the-ban-on-outdoor-tennis-y10-jess-letter-in-the-ft/) - Competitive tennis player and Highgate GCSE pupil Jess Miller, has voiced her concerns over the logic of the Government's ban on outdoor tennis during the second lockdown. Jess forwarded her argument "Questioning the logic of the restriction on tennis" in a letter to The Financial Times which was published on the 4 November. Lawn Tennis
- [Dr Szydlo Wins Silver in the Pearson Lifetime Achievement Award](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/dr-szydlo-wins-silver-in-the-pearson-lifetime-achievement-award/) - Selected from thousands of nominations, Dr Andrew Szydlo is one of just 76 Silver Award winners across the country honoured with a Silver Award in The Award for Lifetime Achievement for their outstanding commitment to changing the lives of the children they work with every day. Dr Szydlo was nominated for 47 years of sharing
- [LAET announce community initiative: Chrysalis East](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/laet-are-delighted-to-announce-new-community-initiative-chrysalis-east/) - Chrysalis East will closely follow the model of Highgate’s work in the west of our borough, building on LAET's work with their four Tottenham feeder schools to increase academic aspiration and GCSE outcomes of bright local students with potential, in time increasing the proportion of these students who go on to study at LAET and
- [World Space Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/world-space-week/) - World Space Week is a UN declared celebration of space held annually, every 4 to 10 October. In 2019 over 8,000 events were reported to have taken place in 96 countries. This year the Week is dedicated to satellites and their broad benefits under the theme ‘Satellites Improve Life.’ A satellite can either denote ‘an
- [Celebrating Black History Month](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/celebrating-black-history-month/) - October marks Black History Month, the annual celebration of the history, achievements and contributions of black people in the UK. The event began us thinking about references in Highgate's archives, the earliest dating from the 18th century. Living at Kenwood House was William Murray, 1st Earl of Mansfield, who was Lord Chief Justice from 1756
- [Response: Colour, Rhythm, Repeat - Artist Kim Scouller's Exhibition at Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/response-colour-rhythm-repeat-artist-kim-scoullers-exhibition-at-highgate/) - Local artist Kim Scouller, originally from Glasgow, is exhibiting her beautiful collection of portraits and still life oil paintings in the Mills Centre at Highgate. Her exhibition, titled "Response: Colour, Rhythm, Repeat" was chosen because, she says “I like the idea of a title that somehow sums up how I work or the way I
- [Summer School for students affected by COVID-19 school closures](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/summer-school-for-students-affected-by-covid-19-school-closures/) - Highgate and the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET) both hosted a unique summer school for 82 Year 10 students from across Haringey who have been most affected by prolonged school closures due to COVID-19. The aim was to provide some of North London’s most disadvantaged students with the opportunity to get back into a
- [Careers Programme of 2020-21 Winners!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/careers-programme-of-2020-21-winners/) - Our Careers and Employability team is thrilled to have won the accolade of Best Careers Programme at the 2020 RateMyApprenticeship Awards. Celebrating the outstanding achievements of apprentices, schools & colleges, employers and training providers in apprenticeships, the Awards saw over 400 people come together virtually to recognise the industry’s finest. Amandeep Jaspal, Highgate School's Careers
- [Gala raises over half a million for Junior School bursaries](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gala-raises-over-half-a-million-for-junior-school-bursaries/) - Thanks to your collective generosity, the total pledged at our recent Gala stands at over £530,000 and rising. This figure will be directed towards bursaries, and the impact on children’s lives at Highgate will be tangible and significant. New Junior School Bursaries The evening celebrated the launch of our ambition to offer bursary places in
- [Pupils wear masks in School for the first time since WWII](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pupils-wear-masks-in-school-for-the-first-time-since-wwii/) - This week marks the start of a new school year, a year that will be like no other because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Similar to other schools around the world, Highgate closed in March; the first time the school has closed in its history. The past has always shown Highgate to be adaptable and resilient
- [Y10 Employability Day](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/y10-employability-day/) - Towards the end of the Summer term, given the opportunities afforded to us by the pupils’ current access to Highgate@Home online learning, we adapted the content of our annual Year 10 Employability Day to create a series of four careers sessions. ‘Hearing from OCs was very interesting – it helped me understand what part Highgate
- [Stars of Sustainability](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/stars-of-sustainability/) - With rising levels of CO2, immense plastic consumption and a rapidly deteriorating natural world, it is no surprise that our students are intent on actively making a difference. On the 16th of September 2019, the Environment Committee - led by passionate sixth formers and Geography teacher Miss Sarah Mynott – hosted an Environmental Sustainability conference,
- [Lockdown Theatre Roundup](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/lockdown-theatre-roundup/) - A Review of the Best of Online Theatre, by Bella (Year 13) "The global pandemic has blasted the theatre industry as we know it apart. For many, the future is looking grim and the world of pre-covid live performance seems a long way off. But one of the positives to emerge from the lockdown is
- [Launch of the Sports 21 Reading List](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/the-sports-21-reading-list/) - As sport is gradually re-starting again after months of being ‘locked down’, our English Department has launched the Sports 21: a series of titles centred on sporting legends, events and life journeys. With most of the globe practising social distancing, the usual events that mark the passing of the seasons have been rescheduled, cancelled, postponed
- [19 Eggs Laid by Our Rescue Snake](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/19-eggs-laid-by-highgate-school-rescue-snake/) - By Biology teacher and Reptile Society leader Mr Will Atkins: We're proud to announce that Rebecca de Winter, our Aesculapian snake, has laid a clutch of 19 eggs during our absence from school. Maybe the extra degree of privacy that she has been afforded by the lockdown made her less shy, who knows? She was
- [Sports field open to public during lockdown](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/welcoming-locals-to-use-our-sports-field-during-lockdown/) - We've opened our sports field to locals who don’t have access to outside space during the Covid-19 crisis. Those who miss their daily visit to the gym, the opportunity to get their 10,000 daily steps in or simply amble in solitude are welcome to access our exercise pitch. Outdoor space for all Many who don't
- [VE Day 75th Anniversary](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/ve-day-75th-anniversary/) - As we are a School with over 450 years of heritage, it’s fascinating to discover the ways Highgate has celebrated Victory of Europe Day since its beginning in 1945. This 75th anniversary has stirred our memories of the many OCs who fought and died in the Second World War, and the staff and boys who
- [Highgate Pupils Win Words of Unity Poetry Competition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-pupils-win-words-of-unity-poetry-competition/) - We celebrate two wins in the national Words of Unity poetry competition. Out of 2,400 entrants, Year 10's Liv won the overall prize with her poem expressing ‘unity’, with Year 9's Lila having her poem selected as one of three runners-up. Their entries were chosen out of thousands of poems from across the country. Liv
- [1000 FACE SHIELDS A WEEK FROM LAET AND HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/1000-face-shields-a-week-from-laet-and-highgate/) - Teamwork and community spirit truly are our backbone, with both Highgate and LAET staff joining forces to make around 1,000 NHS compliant face shields per week. State-of-the-art Design, Technology and Engineering equipment at LAET and Highgate School is being put to good use as part of the fight against COVID-19. The laser cutters and 3D
- [£75k Raised for LAET Covid Support Fund](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/75k-raised-for-laet-covid-19-support-fund/) - We'd like to share our thanks to the Highgate and the OC community who have collectively raised over £75,000 to help support London Academy of Excellence Tottenham families and their local area. The Coronavirus pandemic affects all of us, and those with the least are often the hardest hit. The Northumberland Park ward of Tottenham,
- [Astro Camp, by Y13's Magdalena](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/astro-camp-by-y13s-magdalena/) - From the 27 to the 31 March, I was fortunate to be able to take part in the BAAO (British astronomy and astrophysics olympiad) training camp. Despite the current situation preventing an in-person camp, organisers made use of video conference technology to ensure it went ahead (and I’m very glad it did!). The camp was
- [15 Linguistic Olympiad Winners!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/15-linguistic-olympiad-winners/) - Congratulations are due to no less than 15 of our pupils who excelled themselves in February's Linguistics Olympiad. Highgate School took ten bronze, four silver and one gold award. Gold was won by Y13's Sarah, who has been taking part since Y9: "I’m so delighted to have achieved a gold award and qualified for the
- [VEX Robotics IQ National Championships](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/vex-robotics-iq-national-championships/) - By Y8's Maya Grace and Agastya "Looking back at our first competitive season in Vex, it feels like we have been on a fantastic adventure from September when we started designing and building our robot, to January and February when we competed at Brunel University, Greig City Academy and then Fortismere School where we qualified
- [Pool Re-Opens!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pool-re-opens/) - Exciting news today for all those who are partial to their water sports! Whether you're training for a triathlon, part of our water polo team or just love a leisurely swim, you'll be pleased to know our pool officially re-opened this morning. Rebranded as Highgate Active, the fully modernised interior now features on-brand tiling in
- [Winners! Independent School of the Year Awards](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/winners-independent-school-of-the-year-awards-2019/) - Highgate is a finalist in 4 categories at the Independent School of the Year awards this year. •Community Outreach •Contribution to Social Mobility •Student Careers Programme •Rising Star – Kira Rothwell We were thrilled to win Independent School of the Year for Social Mobility. Independent School of the Year Judge, Dr. Helen Wright, said Highgate
- [Peak District Rock Climbing Weekend](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/peak-district-rock-climbing-weekend/) - Over the weekend, 12 pupils braved the forecasted stormy weather and headed to the Peak District for 2 days’ of rock climbing. The pupils all do climbing as their SpEx option and we are delighted to be able to offer opportunities for progression in the sport both in competition format and going on trips to
- [10 Oxbridge Places for LAET Pupils](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/10-oxbridge-places-for-laet-pupils/) - Exciting news for our sibling school London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham, as ten Y13 pupils receive offers from Oxbridge universities this year! Our Head Adam Pettitt said: "Jubilation doesn’t quite capture how excited and pleased we are for our sibling school, LAET, and their students! It’s great that, in the place for academic rigour, ten
- [Canada Cup Ski Trip](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/canada-cup-ski-trip/) - An account by Madeleine, Year 12 "On the last day of Michaelmas Term, nine Highgate pupils set off with Mr Blackshaw, Ms Isaksen and Mr Kenmir to represent the school at the Canada Cup in Jasper, Alberta. The event is a 10 year-old ski and snowboarding competition set up by a select group of English
- [Profile: Tam Le](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/profile-tam-le/) - Tam Le is one of our Chrysalis Fellows and joined us back in September from The London Academy of Excellence pioneering cohort. Here Tam shares with us his poignant and inspiring journey to success at LAET. As part of a gap year project, Tam is now working with Highgate before embarking on a degree in
- [77 Clubs and Societies!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/77-clubs-and-societies/) - Pupils have a plethora of co-curricular activities, clubs and societies to take part in at Highgate. So, whether you have a penchant for puzzles, love a fast-paced game of squash, have started to pen a poetry anthology, or want to hone your medical skills in preparation for a career in medicine, there’s a group waiting
- [A debate with Adam Pettitt and Fiona Millar](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-debate-with-adam-pettitt-and-fiona-millar/) - A debate was held last week between our Head Adam Pettitt and Guardian journalist and campaigner on state education, Fiona Millar, at Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution on "This house believes that private schools are bad for society.” The audience was almost equally split in terms of for and against, with a mix of both
- [Highgate's Rescued Reptiles](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgates-rescued-reptiles/) - If you're looking for a new interest, why not consider our Thursday lunchtime Reptile Club... It's one of the more unusual of the 77 societies available for pupils to take part in at Highgate. Led by Biology teacher Mr Atkins, the club was set up over twenty years ago by two pupils, and still attracts
- [Proud to be shortlisted!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/proud-to-be-shortlisted/) - Today the TES Independent School Awards have announced that Highgate School has been shortlisted for four categories, the highest number of shortlistings, alongside Wellington College. 1) Independent-State School Partnership of the Year The Times Educational Supplement has recognised Highgate's work as co-founders of the London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham and our Chrysalis partnership work. LAET’s
- [Glasgow Netball and Hockey Tour](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/glasgow-netball-and-hockey-tour/) - Day 1: All go! After an early start, our group of 24 girls from Year 9 and Year 10 ventured up to Glasgow via coach, in preparation for four days of netball and hockey matches! On arrival, our netballers went straight to Kelvin Hall for their first training session with the Glasgow Sirens coaches. Hannah,
- [Geography Expedition to Morocco](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/geography-expedition-to-morocco/) - The A level Geographers spent a week exploring the human and physical geography of Morocco over half term. Written By Mr Blackshaw, Director of Outdoor Education, Geography Department: "After meeting at School at the antisocial hour of 4 am we boarded our flight to Marrakech. After the first of many tagines of the trip, we
- [Profile: Robert Easton](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/profile-school-chaplain-father-robert-easton/) - Father Robert Easton joins us from the South Coast, where he has spent the past fifteen years as chaplain to Brighton College. His accent might suggest otherwise, but he’s a proud Scot, having been born and bred in Glasgow, before his family moved south of the border. While at Bryanston School in Dorset, he developed
- [D&T Mark Awarded to DTE Department](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/prestigious-dt-mark-awarded-to-dte-department/) - On Friday 27th September, the DTE department hosted an event for the award of the Design and Technology Mark from the Design and Technology Association (DATA), after a year of gathering and submitting evidence to satisfy the requirements. The D&T Mark is a quality mark which is intended as an aspirational badge awarded to secondary
- [Visit to Uganda, Summer 2019](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/visit-to-uganda-summer-2019/) - A visit to Great Lakes High School, written by pupils Robert and Millie. 10 years after the establishment of Highgate’s partnership with Great Lakes High School in Uganda, we, alongside 25 other pupils and 4 teachers went to celebrate this momentous friendship. With the majority of us never having previously visited a remote village in
- [100 years ago...](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/100-years-ago/) - Highgate is now in the throes of a new academic year and both staff and pupils will have received a copy of the ‘Blue Book’, setting out arrangements for the Michaelmas term. Our school Archivist thought it would interest the community to see the School’s arrangements calendar for the Michaelmas term 1919, 100 years ago.
- [Profile: <br> Orla and Tomer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/profile-orla-and-tomer/) - Orla McMenamin and Tomer Yashiv were voted by staff and pupils as our Head boy and Head girl. They started their new roles September with a speech to the whole school on the first day of term and a speech at Prize-Giving. Interviewer: How long have you been at Highgate School? Tomer: I have been at Highgate since
- [Teaching the teachers](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/teaching-the-teachers/) - At Highgate, we're fortunate to have teachers who are expert practitioners and passionate about their subjects. Two of our Senior School teachers, Sam Pullan and Joanna John-Baptiste spoke at the ResearchED conference on Saturday and were kind enough to tell us about the aspect of education which they chose to focus on. Joanna's
- [Tatler Schools Guide 2020](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/tatler-schools-guide-2020/) - It’s not easy to capture the essence of Highgate School in 250 words but Tatler have managed to convey our values well this year. “Highgate is a prodigious school with over 1,700 pupils spanning from 3 to 18 years of age. Occasional conversations are had if the senior school is not deemed the right
- [GCSE Results Day](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-day/) - We are delighted to share the results of our Year 11 pupils’ hard work and determination in 2019! 167 pupils (84 girls and 83 boys) sat 1,651 exams, with all subjects except for Computer Science and Mandarin being awarded number grades (8 and 9 equating to an A*, 7 to an A, 6 to a
- [YEAR 13 RESULTS DAY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-13-results-day/) - Congratulations to the Class of 2019 whose results were published today! 181 students (98 girls and 83 boys) took a total of 573 exams, either at A level or its equivalent, the Pre-U. A record 41.3% of all exam entries were awarded with the top grade, an A* or a Distinction (D1 or D2) at
- [HAT TRICK FOR HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/hat-trick-for-highgate/) - We are proud to announce that Highgate has been shortlisted for three prestigious Independent Schools of the Year 2019 awards. These recognise Highgate’s extensive careers programme, contribution to social mobility, and the international sporting success of one Year 13 pupil. Highgate’s Head, Adam Pettitt, said: ‘We are thrilled that the hard work by our staff
- [PRACTICALLY PERFECT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/practically-perfect/) - Four Year 8 pupils have been placed third in a practical competition at the Salters’ Institute Festivals of Chemistry. Highgate chemistry teacher, Ms Muhara, explains: ‘Working in pairs, our four pupils carried out experiments, recorded their results in a suitable format and made deductions. We were so proud to see our group placed third in
- [BATTLEFIELDS VISIT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/battlefields-visit-2/) - YEAR 9 PUPIL, JEMIMA, REFLECTS ON RECENT TRIP
- [GCSE RESULTS 2018](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/gcse-results-2018/) - Highgate’s 166 Year 11 pupils sat 1,631 GCSE exams, many of which were the reformed GCSEs which have an additional top grade above A*, a grade 9; 47% of entries were graded numerically and 53% graded by letter. Of all GCSE results 73.7% of all entries were graded either A* or 8/9, the new numeric
- [HOGWARTS AT HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/hogwarts-at-highgate/) - This year’s World Book Day saw our Library transform into Hogwarts for our fifth annual Harry Potter quiz. Over 60 pupils from across our Senior School took part, passing through the Sorting Hat to determine their team, then facing questions from Quizmaster Bovey. Topics from across the Wizarding world included “Food Glorious Food”, “Getting Around”
- [SUMMER IN THE CITY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/summer-in-the-city/) - Mallinson Sports Centre has been running awesome activity camps during the school holidays for 20 years. And summer 2019 is no exception, with eight weeks of varied and fun activities on offer. Starting from Monday 8 July, our summer activity camps are available for children in Year 1 to 10. Options include multiactivity, gymnastics, tennis,
- [PRE-PREP 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/pre-prep-25th-anniversary-show/) - Highgate Pre-Prep is celebrating a very special anniversary this year. The school was opened in 1993 so we are now twenty-five years old. To mark this event all the children in the Pre-Pre took part in a special summer show. Our drama teacher wrote a fantastic script highlighting significant historic events both nationally and at
- [YEAR 6 DRAMA PRODUCTION: NARNIA](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-6-drama-production-narnia/) - To accompany Year 6 Humanities work on WW2, the pupils explored an adapted version of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. During the spring, the pupils role played the experience of evacuation and bombing raids to understand what experiences were like for the four children: Susan, Peter, Edmund and Lucy. Following this, we
- [SUMMER TERM 2018 FILM](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/summer-term-2018-film/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp_bWsxcAUo
- [CCF SUMMER CAMP](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/ccf-summer-camp/) - On the 7th July 2018 Highgate School CCF set off to St. Martin’s Plain Camp for their Annual CCF Camp. Hosted by London District Brigade, the cadets enjoyed a varied programme of military and adventurous training. The training offered a range of water and land based activities. On the water the cadets tried their hand
- [PRIZE-GIVING CEREMONY 2018](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/prize-giving-ceremony-2018/) - Instead of thinking up headlines, James Harding, former editor of The Times and, until recently, BBC Director of News and Current Affairs, was the headline. The headline speaker, that is, at Highgate’s prize-giving ceremony last night. In front of governors, staff and pupils from Years 11, 12 and 13, Mr Harding gave his thoughts and
- [HOUSE SINGING COMPETITION](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-singing-competition/) - Over the first week and a half of term, pupils from Years 9-13 spent half their time singing, and there was nowhere in the school where one wouldn’t be serenaded by a house practising for the 2018 House Singing Competition. The unique event, held this year on 12 September in Alexandra Palace, is always full
- [HIGHGATE WOMEN: NICOLA WALKER](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-women-nicola-walker/) - On Thursday 20 September, an audience of parents, OCs and friends of Highgate had the pleasure of experiencing ‘An Evening with Nicola Walker’. After introductions from Hugo (13NG), Nicola – an Olivier Award Winning actor, best known for her television roles in Spooks, Unforgotten and The Split – was interviewed by Zoe (13WG). Focusing on creativity and the preconceptions of
- [SUPER SATURDAY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/super-saturday/) - In a keenly contested Senior House football competition in which SKOs played OCs, the 8 a side competition proved to be a close affair. Goals at a premium meant that if you scored, you got everyone behind the ball to protect your lead. Defending champions WG made it to the final but lost 1-0 to
- [KYFFIN WILLIAMS CENTENARY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/kyffin-williams-centenary/) - Kyffin (rhymes with 'puffin') Williams taught art at Highgate from 1944 to 1973, mostly part-time. On becoming an RA in 1974 he moved back to his native Anglesey to paint full-time and became one of Wales’s most cherished artists. A couple of years ago David Smith, former Head of Physics and now Heritage Officer and
- [DRAMA WORKSHOP AT LAE STRATFORD](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/drama-workshop-at-lae-stratford/) - On Tuesday 6th November, three of our pupils - Sammy (9NG), Seb (10SH) and Tabitha (12WG) - accompanied members of staff from Music, Dance and Drama to LAE Stratford, where they worked with pupils to stage a scene from the musical, Oliver! With less than two hours to put the piece together, the pressure was on to
- [100 YEARS ON - HIGHGATE REMEMBERS ARMISTICE DAY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/100-years-on-highgate-remembers-armistice-day/) - On Sunday, Highgate School marked the Armistice Centenary by opening our Memorial Gates to host a Civic Remembrance service. We offered prayers for the fallen, observed a 2 minutes’ silence and wreaths were laid by representatives of the armed and uniformed services, our civic and community organisations and representatives of different religious groups in the
- [YEAR 5 & 6 CAMPING OVERNIGHT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-5-6-camping-overnight/) - Pupils in Year 5 and 6 attended the overnight Camp Out, providing them with plenty of fun educational activities. A lot of excitement, participation and enjoyment was evident on both days and nights. “I really enjoyed the Camp Out. I thought the best things were the fire-lighting, slack-lining and the bug challenge.” – Naira “Now
- [INTENSIVE VISITING WORKSHOP IN DANCE STUDIO](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/intensive-visiting-workshop-in-dance-studio/) - On Wednesday 7th November the Senior Gold Arts Award students were lucky enough to take part in a two hour workshop with Sade and Kristina Alleyne . The twins are outstanding current artists who dance for the world famous Akram Khan and also have their own company . It was a very inspiring afternoon!
- [HIGHGATE'S SECOND WIN AT HANS WOYDA MATHS COMPETITION](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgates-second-win-at-hans-woyda-maths-competition/) - Last Wednesday the 7th of November, four pupils won the second round of the Hans Woyda Mathematics Competition bringing us to our second victory! Archie, Harry, Mia and Jas secured for Highgate their second victory in Round Two of the competition in a home game against St Michael’s Grammar score with a score of 50-21.
- [HIGHGATE MUSICIANS RAISE THE ROOF IN CAMDEN!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-musicians-raise-the-roof-in-camden/) - A few days after Bonfire Night, the Camden Assembly experienced its own fireworks when some of Highgate’s best bands took to the stage in front of an enthusiastic audience made up of fellow pupils and parents. A series of brilliant acts, covering a wide range of different styles and genres from rap to rock ‘n
- [DEBDEN BROOK VISIT FROM YEAR 5](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/hat-trick-for-highgate-year-8-in-northumbria-summer-in-the-city-air-pollution-action-battlefields-visit-honorary-ocs-celebrate-highgate-new-partnership-funding-chamber-champs-magnificent-seven-scoot-3/) - Year 5 pupils visited Epping Forest as part of their Geography curriculum in Humanities. The trip engaged the children in a variety of investigative activities linking to their current topic on Rivers. Pupils had the opportunity to develop hands-on, practical skills such as measuring the width, depth and speed of flow of a nearby river
- [OLD CHOLMELEIAN BUSINESS SECTION AT ST THOMAS' HOSPITAL](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/old-cholmeleian-business-section-at-st-thomas-hospital-2/) - Over the last 12 months, OC BS (The Old Cholmeleian Business Section) have organized a series of careers and networking events in central London. Last night’s ‘A Life in Medicine’ at St Thomas’ Hospital, gathered over 80 OCs and sixth formers from Highgate and LAE Tottenham, all medical field or interested in studying Medicine. The evening
- [YOUNG ECONOMIST OF THE YEAR SUCCESS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/young-economist-of-the-year-success/) - Highgate pupil, Amir, has wowed judges with his essay on tackling plastic pollution to receive the coveted Young Economist of the Year 2018 award. Each year the Royal Economic Society, with Tutor2u, challenges A-level pupils across the country to submit a 1500-word essay on a topical economic issue. Amir’s work explored a range of possible
- [MOUNTAINEER DAN ISON 'PEAKS' OUR PUPILS' INTERESTS!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/mountaineer-dan-ison-peaks-our-pupils-interests/) - On Tuesday the 25th of September, Dan Ison, a mountaineer, came to talk with Year 6 after hearing about their curriculum theme on mountains. He has climbed an astonishing five mountains in his lifetime, including Everest Base Camp, Mount Kilimanjaro and more! In 2002, he climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, which stands at a mind-boggling 5885 metres!
- [UK BEATBOX CHAMPION LEADS TOE-TAPPING WORKSHOP](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/uk-beatbox-champion-leads-toe-tapping-workshop/) - On Wednesday, Grace Savage came to lead a beatboxing workshop, in conjunction with the hip-hop organisation ‘Breakin’ Convention’. It was great to have a chance to learn from a professional beatboxer who was so accomplished at all of the skills we have been working on. She was very good at demonstrating how she layered different
- [POLITICAL INSIGHT MEANS TIM SHIPMAN](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/political-insight-means-tim-shipman/) - One of Highgate’s oldest societies has just hosted a talk by one of Westminster’s most well-connected and trusted reporters. A national news journalist for more than 20 years, Tim Shipman has worked for the Daily Mail, Sunday Telegraph, Express and Sunday Express, before taking up his current position at the Sunday Times. He visited Highgate to give a fascinating talk on
- [THIRD ANNUAL BENEFACTORS EVENING AT JUNIOR SCHOOL](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/third-annual-benefactors-evening-at-junior-school/) - In December, we welcomed over 100 donors and volunteers to Highgate’s Junior School, to celebrate our third annual Benefactors Evening. Our guests enjoyed an excellent piano recital performed by Highgate pupils, followed by speeches made by Adam Pettitt, the Head, and two students from the London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham. These students, Lamin and Rhea,
- [DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION HOSTED BY HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/design-and-technology-association-hosted-by-highgate/) - The Design Technology & Engineering department at Highgate, in collaboration with the Design and Technology Association, organised an Approaches to Design Conference on Friday 30 November, mainly for educators but some A-level DTE students were also able to attend. There were a range of speakers from Dyson, Loughborough, Smallpeice Trust and a range of practical
- [‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE GRATEFUL](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/tis-the-season-to-be-grateful/) - While many of us have been busy writing Christmas cards, Year 7 Highgate pupils have been busy writing thank you postcards to School staff. And it is not just teachers receiving thanks for the help they have given during the year. Sam Pullan, Head of Lower School, explains: ‘It’s particularly gratifying to see a wide
- [HOUSE DRAMA SUCCESS FOR NORTHGATE!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/house-drama-success-for-northgate/) - Having got through the first round of the annual House Drama Competiton, where all twelve houses competed to a very high standard, Eastgate, Kingsgate, The Lodge and Northgate made it through to the finals on Wednesday 28 November. Peter Broad, former Director of Drama at Eton, adjudicated. After a tough decision-making process, he awarded Northgate
- [YEAR 3 WITH THE PROBLEM SOLVING COMPANY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-3-with-the-problem-solving-company/) - Pupils in Year 3 spent a day learning about and practising team participation and communication skills with The Problem Solving Company. Through perseverance and resilience, pupils explored ways of achieving more from the activities they participated in - not just in school but outside of the classroom and beyond. A fantastic array of activities was
- [KIRA SHOOTS TO THE TOP](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/hat-trick-for-highgate-year-8-in-northumbria-summer-in-the-city-air-pollution-action-battlefields-visit-honorary-ocs-celebrate-highgate-new-partnership-funding-chamber-champs-magnificent-seven-scoot-2/) - A Year 13 netball star has been signed by professional squad, London Pulse. For Highgate’s Kira, joining the Vitality Netball Superleague team is the equivalent of joining a Premier League football team. She will now play netball with, and against, some of the best players in the country. Kira explains: ‘I was so happy when
- [ERIC LIDDELL'S STORY BROUGHT TO LIFE ON STAGE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/eric-liddells-story-brought-to-life-on-stage/) - Last week the Drama Studio was transformed into an Olympic stadium as pupils in Years 9 – 11 participated in a production of Mike Bartlett’s play, Chariots of Fire. Our Theatre Technician, Mrs Banks, built a running track into the floor and the audience - seated in the round - became part of the cheering crowd,
- [HELP! SANTA’S MISSING!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/help-santas-missing/) - On Thursday 13 December, our Pre-Prep children treated a packed Junior School hall to their Christmas Show. Santa’s elves were in a panic as their boss had disappeared just before Christmas, their busiest time of the year! The six elves went on a journey to find him. The Arctic explorers thought they saw him heading
- [YEAR 4 MINI MUSICALS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-4-mini-musicals/) - Year 4 pupils have enjoyed rehearsing and performing this year’s chosen mini-musical, ‘Beauty and Beast’. Here are some observant comments from the pupils: ‘I was really glad to be in the play because it helped me to show what I can do and make my family happy. On stage, I was really proud of myself
- [TOP ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/top-engineering-scholarships-awarded/) - Six prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarships have been awarded to Highgate pupils – the most our Design, Technology and Engineering Department has ever received. Mr Andy Thomson, Head of Highgate’s DTE Department, said: ‘Our Department has a strong heritage with the Arkwright Engineering Scholarship but this year, with six scholars in Year12, is a fantastic achievement.
- [JUNIOR SCHOOL MICHAELMAS CONCERT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/junior-school-michaelmas-concert/) - My highlight of this term was the Michaelmas Concert. I was in 4 different groups: Jazz Band, Symphony Orchestra, Year 6 Guitar Ensemble and Buccina Brass. Some of the other groups included Chamber choir, the two Choruses and the Year 4 String Ensemble. The instruments that I play are guitar and drums. At the end
- [OUTDOOR EDUCATION DON CRAMPONS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/outdoor-education-don-crampons/) - On 2 January, a small but elite group of Year 13 pupils, accompanied by Mr House, Mr Blackshaw and Miss Isaksen, set off on the 11-hour journey up the Cairngorm National Park in Scotland in search of some snow to practice their winter mountaineering skills. Although there had been a big thaw recently we managed
- [25TH ANNIVERSARY PRE-PREP MOSAIC WORKSHOP](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/25th-anniversary-pre-prep-mosaic-workshop/) - Last term the Pre-Prep children worked with an artist called Rachel Shilston for an art project to mark our 25th Anniversary. Rachel came for an initial visit to our school in the summer term and used this opportunity to get a feel for the Pre-Prep and to look at the children’s mosaic designs, which she
- [YEAR 6 SKY ACADEMY STUDIOS VISIT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-6-sky-academy-studios-visit/) - 6E were the first of our four Year 6 classes to attend Sky Academy Studios in Isleworth this week to create a special news report on their chosen topic, linked to our school’s sustainability focus, on the effect of plastic in our oceans. Having been allocated individual roles such as Director, Producer, Editor, Reporter, Camera
- [MENTORING MONDAY WITH HIGHGATE AND LAET](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/mentoring-monday-with-highgate-and-laet/) - It was Mentoring Monday at Highgate last week with pupils taking part in two exciting events: rap mentoring with music producer and rapper Capo Lee, and Year 12 pupils travelling to LAE Tottenham to take part in the annual Employability Mentoring Programme. At the music mentoring session, Capo met with pupils, who currently write, perform and produce
- [GREAT NEWS FOR GUY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/great-news-for-guy/) - Highgate is proud to announce that one of our sixth formers, Guy, was a finalist in the prestigious 2019 British Education Awards. Whilst preparing for his GCSEs last spring, Guy was diagnosed with Leukaemia. He embarked upon an intensive treatment programme, yet continued to come into Highgate, when he could, to collect materials and speak
- [GOING FAST-FASHION-FREE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/going-fast-fashion-free/) - While the world’s fashion designers and press descend on the UK for London Fashion Week, Highgate is undertaking a number of initiatives to raise awareness about the social and environmental impacts of “fast fashion”, and the ease with which we can do without it. As part of this, Ms Sarah Mynott, from our Geography Department,
- [A DIVE INTO THE ARCHIVES: NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-dive-into-the-archives-natural-history-society/) - This month’s image is of the Natural History Society, taken in 1948. The Society is first mentioned in The Cholmeleian in 1874. Like other school natural history societies of the nineteenth century, Highgate’s considered that amateurs could make important contributions to science. It urged members not to regard it as merely a way to pass an hour
- [OCBS: MEDIA AND JOURNALISM](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/ocbs-media-and-journalism/) - On Tuesday 5 February, The Old Cholmeleian Business Section (OC BS) organized another successful networking event, focused on the media industry. ‘Media and Journalism, with The Guardian’, held at the spectacular head offices of the Guardian newspaper, saw 80 OCs and pupils from LAE Tottenham and Highgate watch a Q&A with Highgate alumni Demi Abiola
- [MARVELLOUS MANDARIN](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/marvellous-mandarin/) - Three Highgate pupils reached the HSBC/British Council UK Mandarin Speaking Competition finals, with Eliot (Year 11) named national winner in the intermediate level. Highgate’s three finalists – Eliot, Laura (Year 12) and Daniel (Year 9) – first competed against more than 400 pupils in the regional heats. They then went forward to the finals, held
- [MEDIEVAL LONDON](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/medieval-london/) - Last week, our A level Medieval History class deepened their understanding of their subject with a field trip to three important London sites. Lochie, one of our medieval historians, talks about the day: ‘We began racing around the fantastic collection of Anglo-Saxon artefacts currently displayed at the British Library, with the 'mysteries of the east
- [4+ ENTRY AT HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/4-entry-at-highgate/) - For 25 years, Highgate Pre-Preparatory School has welcomed around 40 children, aged 3, into our Nursery. From September 2021, entry will change to age 4 (Reception) and an additional class of 20 will join the 40 children progressing from our final 3+ Nursery class. From September 2022, around 60 children will be able to join
- [BUSKING AND BAKE SALES](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/busking-and-bake-sales/) - Our Senior School was buzzing with activity and excitement before half term, as pupils took part in events to support the Rainforest Alliance. Highlights included busking bands during break, who delighted pupils and teachers with cover versions and original compositions, and Boys v Girls netball, when our First XI footballers challenged our First netball team
- [ENGLAND CAP FOR MATHILDA](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/england-cap-for-mathilda/) - Highgate is proud to announce that Year 11 pupil, Mathilda, has received her first England cap and continues to train full-time with women’s football club, London Bees. At London Bees, Mathilda remains an integral part of their Under 16 squad and has been selected on three occasions to travel with the First team. Her debut
- [EXPERT EXPERIMENTATION](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/expert-experimentation/) - Highgate sixth formers are working towards a top scientific award, carrying out research that involves advanced scientific skills and data handling. Joselyn and Thomas are undertaking separate projects each week, during their Tuesday Afternoon Activity (TAA) session. They are aiming to receive an award from CREST, a nationally-recognised scheme that inspires young people to think
- [ONE OUTFIT, ONE MONTH](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/one-outfit-one-month/) - Throughout February, one Highgate geography teacher wore the same outfit to raise awareness of the impact of fast fashion. Ms Mynott said: ‘I really enjoyed this fashion challenge, which sparked numerous conversations with pupils, colleagues and parents. Fast fashion quickly markets cheap new clothes to consumers but there are big concerns around the industry. From
- [AIMING HIGH](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/aiming-high/) - On Thursday 28 February, 49 delegates from UK universities, international universities and gap year organisations arrived at the Mallinson Sports Centre for our annual Higher Education Fair. With 300 Year 12 pupils from Highgate, London Academy of Excellence in Tottenham, Alexandra Park School and Camden School for Girls attending the fair, there was a tremendous
- [FROM TINTAGEL TO HIGHGATE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/from-tintagel-to-highgate/) - A Year 10 Highgate pupil is currently appearing at a cinema near you, playing the lead in fantasy adventure The Kid Who Would Be King. Talking about his experience on set, Louis said: ‘Landing the role of Alex was brilliant. Not only was it a great character to play, but I also learned to horse ride
- [EXPLORING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/exploring-career-opportunities/) - Last week, at Highgate, we were celebrating National Careers Week last week and, on Thursday, we held our annual Careers Fair in the Mallinson Sport Centre. Over 300 pupils from Highgate, LAE Tottenham and our Chrysalis partner schools spoke to 65 representatives from a range of different fields of employment. Pupils spoke to delegates, from
- [WORLD BOOK DAY WONDER](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/world-book-day-wonder/) - Last week’s World Book Day was celebrated in our Junior School and Pre-Prep, with staff and pupils dressing as their favourite characters and taking part in fun activities. World Book Day is a registered charity that aims to give every child and young person a book of their own. With this in mind, our Junior
- [COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/combating-climate-change/) - Highgate pupils and staff are participating in the ‘School Strike 4 Climate’ in Parliament Square today. A small group from Highgate’s pupil-led Environment Committee, plus three teachers, are joining the rally as part of an official school trip. Ms Mynott, one of the teachers who will accompany pupils, explains: ‘Highgate is committed to being a
- [SPORTING SUCCESS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sporting-success/) - Our Junior School has had a number of sporting triumphs recently, with success for pupils in hockey, football and cross-country. Congratulations to a group of Year 5 and 6 girls on becoming U11 Girls Middlesex Hockey Champions. Our hockey stars will now represent Highgate at the South-East England Finals later this month and we wish
- [CHARITY GOAL FOR JUNIOR SCHOOL](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/charity-goal-for-junior-school/) - Highgate Junior School’s charity week saw Tottenham Hotspurs player, Michel Vorm, join our sponsored walk in aid of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice. Michel and pupils completed a one-mile route of our School grounds with many pupils sporting homemade animal masks or costumes, in keeping with the walk theme “March of the Animals”. The Tottenham goalkeeper
- [GRANDPARENTS' AND SPECIAL PEOPLE DAY](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/grandparents-and-special-people-day/) - Earlier this term we hosted a Grandparents’ and Special Person’s Day at the Pre-Prep. We had a morning and afternoon session when grandparents, special people and even great-grandparents came to visit our classrooms! Each session started with an assembly where children shared some work they had completed in preparation for this event. For example, Reception had
- [LEGAL INSIGHTS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/legal-insights/) - Our latest OCBS event saw over 80 OCs and pupils from LAE Tottenham, Drayton Manor and Highgate enjoy a Q&A with Highgate alumni. Held at Allen & Overy, courtesy of Andrew Ballheimer (EG 1975) and Daniel Shurman (WG 1978), our OCBS event “Inside the Law: an insight into the legal industry”, let Highgate alumni share
- [ARTISTIC ALUMNI](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/artistic-alumni/) - On Wednesday 27 March, Camden’s Roundhouse played host to our first OC Creative Arts Section event. Organised by our Development Office, the evening involved a real mix of live pop-up acts by OCs working in the creative sector: dance (Noga Inspector TL 2017), drama (Bruce Allinson WG 2017, Maxim Uys GH 2017), song (Sam Carl
- [SPRING BACK](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/spring-back/) - As Summer term begins, our Junior School looks back on a lovely – and busy! - Lent term 2019. One would be forgiven for thinking Lent term was all about World Book Day and charity week, as both remain large events in our Junior School calendar! World Book Day, of course, saw staff and pupils
- [HOLD THE FRONT PAGE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/hold-the-front-page/) - Highgate provided some great holiday reading with the launch of our new pupil-led creative writing magazine, The Windhover, before the Easter break. A glossy 40-page publication, The Windhover, features pieces by Senior School pupils, whose hard work was supported by Highgate’s writer-in-residence, Mr Chambers. Fittingly, the launch took place in our library, with readings from the magazine
- [GREEN BREAK](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/green-break/) - At the end of Lent term, our pupil-led Eco Council delivered a whole-school assembly to encourage all Junior School staff and pupils to be more environmentally friendly. This impressive presentation, given by key members of our active Eco Council, highlighted how busy the group have been during Lent term, from monitoring local air quality with
- [AIR QUALITY ANALYSIS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/air-quality-analysis/) - As London becomes the world’s first city with a 24-7 Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), Highgate pupils are analysing air quality and pollution around our School sites. Although not yet covered by ULEZ, which aims to improve the air we breathe in London, Highgate remains committed to being a sustainable school. We encourage all our pupils,
- [STRINGS SUCCESS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/strings-success/) - Congratulations to our Cholmeley String Quartet and our Lauderdale String Trio, for their recent success in the Pro Corda’s Chamber Music Festival. Both Junior School groups performed brilliantly in the semi-finals of this prestigious annual competition, which celebrates musical talent. Our Cholmeley String Quartet got through to the final and were deservedly crowned “Chamber Music
- [LUNCH BY THE THAMES](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/lunch-by-the-thames/) - Our Cholmeleian Society Annual Lunch at the House of Lords, hosted by OC Lord Rupert Redesdale, was attended by 120 OCs and guests on Friday 26 April. The event began with OCs of all ages mixing over a glass of Champagne in the building’s beautiful reception room, before a three-course meal overlooking the River Thames
- [HIGHGATE AND NOTRE DAME](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-and-notre-dame/) - The dramatic scenes in April, of the burning spire of Notre Dame Cathedral, reminds us of our School chapel’s connection to the great Paris edifice. In 1844, the 30-year old architect, Eugene Viollet-le-Duc was commissioned to repair Notre Dame’s medieval structure after years of neglect, exacerbated by storm damage and Revolutionary destruction. His 91-metre, four-sided
- [ALL THAT JAZZ](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/all-that-jazz/) - On Saturday 16 March, Highgate pupils performed at Pizza Express Jazz Club, in SoHo, in front of a large group of family and friends. Following morning sound checks, all musicians and performers were provided with delicious pizza and a drink to fuel us for the busy afternoon to come. The ambience in the basement was
- [PARIS IN THE SPRING](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/paris-in-the-spring/) - A group of Year 10 Highgate pupils, accompanied by Ms Avond and Mr Brunskill, spent a week in Paris last month on their French exchange trip. Mr Brunskill, Head of Sixth Form Pastoral, explains: ‘Our exchange school is in the very plush 16ième quarter, so our pupils got to spend a morning in lessons with
- [PEEK INTO PARLIAMENT](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/peek-into-parliament/) - Last week, Highgate’s Year 12 A level Politics group enjoyed a tour of the Houses of Parliament, kindly arranged by our School's local MP, Catherine West. Our sixth formers walked through the voting lobbies, stood at the Prime Minister's dispatch box in the House of Commons, and congregated in Central Lobby, where the media interviews
- [WITTY WALLIAMS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/witty-walliams/) - On Wednesday 1 May, we welcomed actor, comedian and writer, David Walliams, to speak to parents, OCs and pupils from Highgate and partner schools. Known for his TV work on shows Little Britain, Come Fly with Me and Britain’s Got Talent, David is also a bestselling children’s author. His books have sold more than 26 million copies worldwide and
- [SUSTAINABLE SUCCESS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/sustainable-success/) - Our Junior School has been shortlisted for a prestigious Tes School Award 2019 in the sustainable school category. This nomination recognises the hard work and activities by members of our Junior School Eco Council and teacher, Ms Nemeth, to promote sustainable living. Established in 2018 to tackle environmental concerns held by pupils, staff and parents,
- [FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/from-russia-with-love/) - During the Easter break, a group of Year 10 and 11 pupils spent time in Russia’s second largest city, enjoying the sights and consolidating their learning. Year 10 Naomi says, ‘On our first full day in St Petersburg, everyone was looking forward to visiting a Russian school. The pupils’ English was very impressive and it
- [TOP SCORE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/top-score/) - Four Year 9 pupils have taken part in the VEX Robotics World Championships, in a fierce competition that saw them secure the highest programming skills score in the world, outdoing seasoned roboticists from the US and Asia. After a year-long robotics campaign, which saw Thomas, Joseph, Arav and Alexander compete alongside fellow Highgate teams at
- [A LIFE IN POLITICS](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/a-life-in-politics/) - With a focus on politics, it seems fitting that our final Old Cholmeleian Business Section networking event for this academic year took place at the House of Commons. With OCs and pupils from Highgate and partner schools in attendance, ‘A life in Politics’ saw OCs working across the sector talk about their experiences, before answering
- [EVEREST EXCELLENCE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/everest-excellence/) - During the Easter break, a group of Highgate pupils and staff headed to the Himalayas and trekked to Mt Everest base camp! Year 12 Georgie reflects on their time on the world’s highest mountain: ‘I think it was the third day when I realised that our Nepal trip was not going to be Duke of
- [Welsh Wonder](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/welsh-wonder/) - Last week 56 pupils successfully completed their Duke of Edinburgh Gold practice expedition to Snowdonia, discovering the highest mountain in England and Wales over 2.5 days. Our eight groups set off from Cerrig Pryfaid, our School’s bunkhouse on the south-west edge of the park, on their pre-planned walking routes. A variety of weather conditions were
- [School Swap](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/school-swap-2/) - It was all change at both Highgate and London Academy of Excellence in Tottenham (LAET) on Tuesday, as Adam Pettitt and Jan Balon swapped jobs for a day. While Highgate already seconds teachers and administrators to LAET, and provides governance support, this was the first time such an exchange had taken place between the two
- [Scooting to School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/scooting-to-school/) - Highgate Pre-Prep pupils have been practising their active travel and road safety skills with the introduction of two exciting and fun lunchtime clubs - Cycle Club and Scooter Club. Each week our Year 2 pupils have been improving their handling and learning how to begin their journeys, safely cross roads and identify hazards on their
- [Magnificent Seven](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/magnificent-seven/) - Highgate’s largest ever group of Gold D of E pupils have met HRH Prince Edward, and actor Andy Serkis, at a Buckingham Palace ceremony to recognise their hard work. Mr Blackshaw, Highgate’s Director of Outdoor Education, explains: ‘Gold is the highest level that can be achieved on the Duke of Edinburgh scheme and subsequently requires
- [Chamber Champs](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/chamber-champs/) - Chamber music at Highgate is flourishing, with our groups enjoying unprecedented competition success and performing music of the highest quality. As previously reported, Highgate was recently awarded the coveted Founder's Trophy in recognition of our contribution to the Pro Corda Schools Chamber Music Festival. For this national festival, two Senior School groups and a Junior
- [Celebrate Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/celebrate-highgate/) - With family-friendly activities and events, involving local organisations and individuals, this year’s Highgate Festival promises to be bigger than ever! Sponsored by Highgate School and Highgate Neighbourhood Forum, Highgate Festival is a great way to celebrate our local area. Highgate staff and pupils are proud to be involved in a number of Highgate Festival events,
- [Honorary OCs](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/honorary-ocs/) - The impressive setting of Highgate Junior School was well used for our annual Honorary OC reception, which recognises service of five or more years to our School. Teaching and support staff automatically become honorary OCs after working at Highgate for five or more years. At our most recent celebratory event, both new and existing honorary
- [AIR POLLUTION ACTION](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/air-pollution-action/) - Highgate pupils will be out in force this week, actively discouraging car use near our School to raise awareness of air pollution. Pupils from Highgate Senior School’s Environment Committee will be visibly located on key roads around our Senior School, while Junior School Eco-Council pupils will be out on Bishopswood Road, at the start and
- [YEAR 8 IN NORTHUMBRIA](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/year-8-in-northumbria/) - ‘Last week, the whole of Year 8 went to Northumbria for two nights. We got the train to Newcastle, then went straight by coach to Hadrian's Wall. We looked around Vindolanda Fort and Museum, which was very interesting, then visited the Roman Army Museum and watched a short film before going on a walk along
- [1565 Legacy Lunch](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/1565-legacy-lunch/) - On Wednesday 27 March, our Head, Adam Pettitt, and our OC President, Richard Brewster (CH 1959), were delighted to welcome a party of 25 OCs and their partners back to Highgate. Our guests were members of the 1565 Society, established to recognise and thank those who have kindly indicated support for our School in their
- [Old Cholmeleian Business Section at St Thomas' Hospital](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/old-cholmeleian-business-section-at-st-thomas-hospital/) - Over the last 12 months, OC BS (The Old Cholmeleian Business Section) have organized a series of careers and networking events in central London. Last night’s ‘A Life in Medicine’ at St Thomas’ Hospital, gathered over 80 OCs and sixth formers from Highgate and LAE Tottenham, all medical field or interested in studying Medicine. The evening started
- [Super spelling](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/super-spelling/) - What is weird about the word weird? Can we criticise your spelling of criticise? How conscientious are you about writing conscientious? These were just some of the words to test the finalists in our Junior School House Spelling last week. Our annual competition saw pupils from each house compete in preliminary events, with the top

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- [Development and Alumni Engagement Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/development-and-alumni-engagement-assistant/)
- [Senior HR Advisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/senior-hr-advisor/)
- [Lead Cricket Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lead-cricket-coach/)
- [Teacher of Biology (Maternity cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-biology-maternity-cover/)
- [Junior School Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistant-5/)
- [Human Resources Operations Advisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/human-resources-operations-advisor/)
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator-6/)
- [Netball Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/netball-coach-5/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistant-5/)
- [Netball Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/netball-coach-4/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Singing](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-singing-2/)
- [Maintenance Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/maintenance-supervisor/)
- [Football Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/football-coach/)
- [Teacher of Physics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-physics-3/)
- [Teacher of History](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-history-3/)
- [Sixth Form Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sixth-form-administrator/)
- [Recreation Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/recreation-assistant/)
- [Recruitment Advisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/recruitment-advisor/)
- [School Office Manager - PA to a Senior Deputy Head](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-office-manager-pa-to-a-senior-deputy-head/)
- [Junior School Supply Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-supply-teacher-2/)
- [Health and Safety Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/health-and-safety-officer/)
- [Junior School Receptionist (Maternity Cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-receptionist-maternity-cover/)
- [Graduate Chrysalis Partnership Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graduate-chrysalis-partnership-assistant/)
- [Chrysalis Partnership Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/chrysalis-partnership-assistant/)
- [16+ Admissions Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/16-admissions-officer/)
- [PA to the Principal of the Junior School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pa-to-the-principal-of-the-junior-school/)
- [Head Groundsperson](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-groundsperson/)
- [Teacher of Politics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-politics-3/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistant-4/)
- [Debating Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/debating-coach-2/)
- [Junior School Assistants](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistants/)
- [Head of Strings](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-strings/)
- [Teacher of Sport and Exercise](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-sport-and-exercise-3/)
- [Head of Senior Exercise, Teacher of Sport and Exercise](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-senior-exercise-teacher-of-sport-and-exercise/)
- [Sports Centre Operations Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-centre-operations-manager/)
- [Teacher of Geography](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-geography-4/)
- [Junior School DTE Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-dte-technician/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-5/)
- [Deputy Principal Pastoral of the Junior School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/deputy-principal-pastoral-of-the-junior-school/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant with Emotional Literacy Support](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-with-emotional-literacy-support/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Tuba](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-tuba/)
- [KS2 Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-4/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-6/)
- [KS2 Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-3/)
- [Art Therapist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/art-therapist/)
- [Teacher of Music](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-music-2/)
- [Teacher of Economics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-economics-2/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics and Computer Science](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-and-computer-science-2/)
- [Teacher of Art](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-art/)
- [EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/eyfs-ks1-class-teacher-2/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-5/)
- [Pre-Prep School Principal](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-prep-school-principal/)
- [Sports Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-coach-2/)
- [Netball Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/netball-coach-3/)
- [Associate Member (Safeguarding) of the Governing Body](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/associate-member-safeguarding-of-the-governing-body/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Jazz Saxophone](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-jazz-saxophone/)
- [KS2 Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-2/)
- [Teacher of Sport and Exercise](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-sport-and-exercise-2/)
- [Teacher of Spanish (maternity)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-spanish-maternity/)
- [Teacher of Spanish and French (maternity)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-spanish-and-french-maternity/)
- [Apprentice Gardener](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/apprentice-gardener/)
- [Teacher of Geography](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-geography-3/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics and Computer Science](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-and-computer-science/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-4/)
- [Porter](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/porter-2/)
- [Junior School Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistant-4/)
- [Duty Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/duty-manager-2/)
- [Teacher of Chemistry (Maternity cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-chemistry-maternity-cover/)
- [Porter](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/porter/)
- [Operations Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/operations-manager-2/)
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator-5/)
- [Duty Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/duty-manager/)
- [Operations Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/operations-manager/)
- [Teacher of Classics (4 term contract)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-classics-4-term-contract/)
- [Teacher of English](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-english-3/)
- [Head of Hockey](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-hockey/)
- [Director of Safeguarding](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/director-of-safeguarding/)
- [Spanish Language Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/spanish-language-teaching-assistant-2/)
- [KS2 Teacher (Maternity cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-maternity-cover/)
- [Teacher of Physics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-physics/)
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator-3/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Bassoon](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-bassoon/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistant-3/)
- [Duty Manager - Lifeguard Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/duty-manager-lifeguard-supervisor/)
- [Lead School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lead-school-nurse-2/)
- [Teaching Assistant - outdoor play](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teaching-assistant-outdoor-play-2/)
- [Assistant Examinations Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/assistant-examinations-officer-2/)
- [Catering - General Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/catering-general-assistant-3/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-4/)
- [Commercial Events Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/commercial-events-officer-2/)
- [Teacher of Geography](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-geography-2/)
- [Key Stage 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/key-stage-1-class-teacher-maternity-cover/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Electric Guitar](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-electric-guitar/)
- [Junior School Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistant-3/)
- [Staff DEI Coordinator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/staff-dei-coordinator/)
- [Community Partnerships Officer - part time](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/community-partnerships-officer-part-time-2/)
- [Junior School Science Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-science-technician/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistants X2](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistants-x2/)
- [Receptionist/Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/receptionist-administrator/)
- [Junior Chrysalis Teaching Fellow](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-chrysalis-teaching-fellow-2/)
- [Catering - General Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/catering-general-assistant-2/)
- [Social Worker in School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/social-worker-in-school/)
- [Junior School Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistant/)
- [Junior School Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-assistant-2/)
- [Commercial Events Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/commercial-events-officer/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Piano](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-piano-2/)
- [Development Services Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/development-and-services-manager/)
- [Donor Relations Manager - Maternity Cover](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/donor-relations-manager-maternity-cover/)
- [Netball Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/netball-coach-2/)
- [Strategic Inclusion Coordinator (Whole School)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/strategic-inclusion-coordinator-whole-school-2/)
- [Mallinson Sports Centre Activity Leaders](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/mallinson-sports-centre-activity-leaders/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistants](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistants/)
- [Teacher of Sport and Exercise](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-sport-and-exercise/)
- [IT Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/it-technician/)
- [Mandarin Language Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/mandarin-language-teaching-assistant-2/)
- [HR Business Partner](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/hr-business-partner-2/)
- [School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-nurse-4/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Jazz Piano](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-jazz-piano/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Oboe](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-oboe/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Double Bass (Maternity Cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-double-bass-maternity-cover/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Violin (Maternity Cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-violin-maternity-cover/)
- [Sports Assistant (Net/Wall)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-assistant-net-wall/)
- [Teacher of Geography](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-geography/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Horn](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-horn/)
- [Teacher of History](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-history-2/)
- [Head of Finance](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-finance/)
- [Sports Assistant (Invasion Games)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-assistant-invasion-games/)
- [Fives Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/fives-coach/)
- [Girl's Football Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/girls-football-coach/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Music Teacher (Part-Time)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-music-teacher-part-time-2/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Trombone](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-trombone/)
- [Teacher of Politics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-politics-2/)
- [Pre-Prep Supply Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-prep-supply-teacher-3/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Supply Teaching Assistants (casual)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-supply-teaching-assistants-casual-3/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-3/)
- [KS2 Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher/)
- [KS2 Teacher with special interest in STEM and/or Digital Literacy](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-with-special-interest-in-stem-and-or-digital-literacy/)
- [Careers and Employability Specialist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/careers-and-employability-specialist/)
- [Graduate Music Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graduate-music-administrator-2/)
- [Teacher of English](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-english-2/)
- [Teacher of English (Part-Time)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-english-part-time/)
- [Junior School Supply Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-supply-teacher/)
- [Strategic Inclusion Coordinator (Whole School)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/strategic-inclusion-coordinator-whole-school/)
- [Learning Support Teacher and Access Arrangements Coordinator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/learning-support-assistant-2/)
- [Teacher of Economics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-economics/)
- [Teacher of German and French](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-german-and-french/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-3/)
- [Pre-Prep Supply Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-prep-supply-teacher-2/)
- [Lead DSL and Safeguarding Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lead-dsl-and-safeguarding-manager/)
- [Part-time Clinical or Counselling Psychologist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/clinical-or-counselling-psychologist/)
- [Senior School Administrator, Years 7 & 8](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lower-school-administrator-senior-school-office-2/)
- [Teacher of French](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-french-2/)
- [Visiting Cello Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/cello-teacher/)
- [Receptionist/Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/receptionist-mallison-sports-centre-2/)
- [Part-time Music Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/part-time-music-teacher/)
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator-2/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Supply Teaching Assistants (casual)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-supply-teaching-assistants-casual-2/)
- [Examinations Invigilator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/examinations-invigilator/)
- [Junior DTE Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-dte-technician/)
- [Philanthropy Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/philanthropy-manager/)
- [School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-nurse-3/)
- [Bursary Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/bursary-administrator/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics-2/)
- [KS2 Teacher with Special Interest in Maths](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ks2-teacher-with-special-interest-in-maths/)
- [Primary Teacher with Music (KS2&EYFS/KS1)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/primary-teacher-with-music-ks2eyfs-ks1/)
- [Head of Senior Exercise and Athletic Development](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-senior-exercise-and-athletic-development/)
- [EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/eyfs-ks1-class-teacher/)
- [Teacher of Physics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-physics-2/)
- [Assistant Director of Music](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/assistant-director-of-music/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Reception Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-reception-class-teacher-maternity-cover/)
- [Lower School Administrator - Senior School Office](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lower-school-administrator-senior-school-office/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Supply Teaching Assistants (casual)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-supply-teaching-assistants-casual/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Singing](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-singing/)
- [Pupil Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pupil-supervisor/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistant - 2 Hires](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistant-2/)
- [Head of Admissions](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-admissions-2023/)
- [Head of Cricket](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-cricket/)
- [Administrative Assistant - part time (CCF)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/administrative-assistant-part-time-ccf/)
- [Development and Alumni Events and Communications Coordinator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/development-and-alumni-events-and-communications-coordinator/)
- [Director of Sport & Deputy Directors of Sport](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/director-of-sport/)
- [Teaching Assistant - outdoor play](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teaching-assistant-outdoor-play/)
- [Junior School Receptionist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-receptionist-2/)
- [Payroll and HR Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/payroll-and-hr-administrator/)
- [11+ Admissions Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/11-admissions-officer/)
- [School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-nurse-2/)
- [Teacher of Mathematics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-mathematics/)
- [Wellbeing Practitioner](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/wellbeing-practitioner/)
- [Community Partnerships Officer - part time](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/community-partnerships-officer-part-time/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Cello](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-cello/)
- [Pre-Prep Teaching Assistant - 1 year FTC](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-prep-teaching-assistant-1-year-ftc/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant - part time](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-2/)
- [Recreation Assistant - Mallinson Sports Centre](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/recreation-assistant-mallinson-sports-centre/)
- [Netball Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/netball-coach/)
- [Junior School Afternoon Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-afternoon-supervisor/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant - 1 year FTC](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant-1-year-ftc/)
- [Junior Chrysalis Teaching Fellow](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-chrysalis-teaching-fellow/)
- [Activities Co-ordinator- Mallinson Sports Centre](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/activities-co-ordinator-mallinson-sports-centre/)
- [Administrative Assistant - part time (Pre prep school)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/administrative-assistant-part-time-pre-prep-school/)
- [Senior Recreation Assistant/Duty Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/senior-recreation-assistant-duty-manager/)
- [Graduate Chrysalis Teaching Fellows](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graduate-chrysalis-teaching-fellow/)
- [Graduate Music Administrator - Senior School - Part-time](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graduate-music-administrator-senior-school-part-time/)
- [Assistant Examinations Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/assistant-examinations-officer/)
- [Graduate Music Administrator - part time](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graduate-music-administrator/)
- [Aquatics Coach (Sport and Exercise Department)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/aquatics-coach-sport-and-exercise-department/)
- [Sports Coach specialising in Football, Hockey and Cricket (Sport & Exercise Department)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-coach-specialising-in-football-hockey-and-cricket-sport-exercise-department/)
- [HR Business Partner](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/hr-business-partner/)
- [Community Partnerships Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/community-partnerships-officer-2/)
- [Audio Visual Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/audio-visual-technician/)
- [Payroll and HR Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/payroll-hr-administrator/)
- [Junior Chef de Partie](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-chef-de-partie-2/)
- [Porter/Driver](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/porter-driver/)
- [Key Stage 3 Science Technician](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/key-stage-3-science-technician/)
- [Contingent Commander Force - Staff Instructor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/contingent-commander-force-staff-instructor/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Double Bass](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-double-bass/)
- [People Director](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/people-director/)
- [Catering - Front of House and Events Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/catering-front-of-house-events-supervisor/)
- [Junior Support Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-support-assistant/)
- [French Language Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/french-language-teaching-assistant/)
- [Mandarin Language Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/mandarin-language-teaching-assistant/)
- [Spanish Language Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/spanish-language-teaching-assistant/)
- [Senior Design, Technology & Engineering Technician/Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/senior-design-technology-engineering-technician-teaching-assistant/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - Piano](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-piano/)
- [Visiting Music Teacher - French Horn](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/visiting-music-teacher-french-horn/)
- [Mallinson Sports Centre Activity Leader](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/mallinson-sports-centre-activity-leader/)
- [Debating Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/debating-coach/)
- [7+ Admissions Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/7-admissions-officer/)
- [School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-nurse/)
- [Lead School Nurse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/lead-school-nurse/)
- [Graphic Designer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/graphic-designer/)
- [Learning Support Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/learning-support-assistant/)
- [Pre-Preparatory Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-preparatory-teaching-assistant/)
- [Junior School & Pre-Prep Supply Teachers](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-pre-prep-supply-teachers/)
- [Community Partnerships Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/community-partnerships-officer/)
- [Family wellbeing practitioner](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/family-wellbeing-practitioner/)
- [Refugee Family Support Officer](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/refugee-family-support-officer/)
- [Sports Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/sports-coach/)
- [Cricket Professional](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/cricket-professional/)
- [Front of House and Events Supervisor](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/front-of-house-and-events-supervisor/)
- [Recruitment Manager](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/recruitment-manager/)
- [Receptionist - Mallison Sports Centre](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/receptionist-mallison-sports-centre/)
- [Compliance Administrator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/compliance-administrator/)
- [Fencing Coach](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/fencing-coach/)
- [CCF Contingent Commander](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/ccf-contingent-commander/)
- [Full time and Part time Pre-Prep teaching assistants](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/pre-prep-teaching-assistant/)
- [Junior School Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-school-teaching-assistant/)
- [Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/teaching-assistant-one-to-one/)
- [Chrysalis Teaching Fellow](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/chrysalis-teaching-fellow/)
- [Senior DTE Technician / Teaching Assistant](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/senior-dte-technician-teaching-assistant/)
- [Junior Chef de Partie](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/vacancies/junior-chef-de-partie/)

## Head's Blog

- [A shared history: integral and essential](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/a-shared-history-integral-and-essential/) - Taking a wander round Central Hall where Years 9 and 10 spend most of their day, to see how the teenage troops are faring, I was momentarily confused when I saw brown-paper-bagged offerings being dropped off class by class: I know that our kitchens are offering colleagues lunchtime take-aways to ease the squeeze of lessons
- [Pride 2019](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/pride-2019/) - Gosh, I have been a bit remiss in getting to the blog spot in my week. But here at last is something before the wonders of the summer holidays are upon us! We said goodbye to the leavers on Saturday – graduation and the Ball, with the England-Sweden match helpfully taking place in between. It
- [Lunch-time odyssey](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/lunch-time-odyssey/) - I was a little surprised to be handed an ice lolly. Lunch for teachers and their support staff colleagues is a little strange as we have to sit at least two metres away from each other as clearly social-distancing is more effective in preventing transmission than masks when you are eating. This means we sit
- [Time to look beyond the statistics?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/time-to-look-beyond-the-statistics/) - In time-honoured fashion, A level results were published on the second Thursday in August and the academic fates of a quarter of a million young people were revealed. Universities were open for business, and schools opened doors or ‘phone lines to help their leavers process the news and work out what to do next. In
- [What it means to be human](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/what-it-means-to-be-human/) - My diary is full of sad entries which have fallen victim to the lock-down: plays, concerts and art exhibitions and, this year, an inaugural Arts and Humanities Week. Thick glumness beckoned: it was as if the dark days of January – full of mock exams and evenings devoted to strategy or governors’ meetings, but on
- [What’s your story?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/whats-your-story/) - I’ve just finished signing good luck cards and letters to our Year 13 leavers. I’ve always sent cards, although the luck has been angled towards exams rather than the further-off future, but a little luck never goes amiss. The letter, however, is a new, lock-down related departure: we would normally be able to meet to
- [We Already Knew](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/we-already-knew/) - The fear of becoming a hologram head during lock-down has led me to rely on these blogs to reach out to the many of you I used to see day by day, and I have been writing every week to date. I had begun to worry whether I’d end up repeating myself, little knowing what
- [Creatively Connected](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/creatively-connected/) - Radio 4 has invited its listeners to Desert Island Discs to send in their favourite eight pieces of music, a book they’d choose to take if marooned on a faraway atoll and, of course, a luxury. Apparently, being locked down, we have been listening to more music than ever before and the exercise of choosing
- [Choking Up](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/choking-up/) - ‘Your email feels a little like it read my mind. As I run between 3 children, in 3 different rooms, on 3 different devices, I have not stopped wondering how those families outside this north London bubble are coping.... how do you allow multiple children to “attend school” if you only have one computer? Or
- [Not too central](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/not-too-central/) - We won’t have been alone on the day earmarked to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe to have spent a lot of locked-down time making (and eating) tea: cucumber sandwiches, drop scones, tea loaf, fairy cakes, shortbread and, incongruously, orange and polenta cake. But any activity which draws us together is welcome: I
- [Silver Linings](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/silver-linings/) - By the time this is posted we will have tried our first ‘live’ staff briefing! Before we went ‘remote’, we would meet at 8.15 am on Tuesdays and Fridays, at close quarters as we squeezed into the staff common room, but enjoying a hubbub of chatter as the compere (usually me) picked their way through
- [Nothing Short of Heroic](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/nothing-short-of-heroic/) - I worship the ground my colleagues in IT walk on. This has been a week in which I have turned the air blue with my petty frustrations as my attempts to jazz up German@Home, care of the Head, have gone phut: I won’t bore you with the gremlins’ ID, but suffice to say, they were
- [A Reflective Community](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/a-reflective-community/) - I never thought that writing a blog which, when I first started one a decade or so ago, felt pretty avant garde, would seem familiar territory compared to the ‘new normal’: recording messages for staff briefings, narrating lessons for home-based learning and delivering iPad assemblies from my study. But we’re getting so used to being
- [Highgate@Home](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/highgate-at-home/) - I spent most of last Friday, the day on which schools in England had to shut their doors to all but the children of key workers and vulnerable pupils, recording our pupils going to, or in, the last face-to-face classes we were sure to be experiencing for several weeks, if not months. There wasn’t much
- [‘Peevishly complain’ in six letters](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/peevishly-complain-in-six-letters/) - This is not a blog about Covid-19, although the impact of the virus across the globe and on those we know and on those we don’t is undoubtedly the back-drop to my obsession with comfort blankets which is, in a way, the topic of this blog. I’m meant to be writing about sustainability, and I
- [Cats' Eyes](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/cats-eyes/) - I am having one of those days. I was convinced that I had started this blog a week or so ago and had saved it but the draft is nowhere to be found on the system. The chances that this is human rather than software failing are so high that I am kicking off again.
- [Tongue-tied](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/tongue-tied/) - I’m not sure that the annual conference of the Independent Schools’ Modern Languages Association (ISMLA) will have featured in my readers’ calendars, but it duly took place this year at Highgate School and, as an Honorary President, I was wheeled out to welcome the delegates, and very happily so: as a Head of Modern Languages,
- [No glass ceilings](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/no-glass-ceilings/) - Regular readers of this blog will know from the last episode that we introduced a homework remission week every half-term in the Senior School, and it won’t come as a surprise that one of the ways younger pupils came up with to improve further their quality of life was to have even less homework. Their
- [Co-Education](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/co-education/) - This week I am doing my termly walk into the lions’ den, otherwise known as year-group assemblies, where I take pupils’ questions and do my best to answer them. Unlike Daniel, I have kindly senior colleagues who weed out any very pointed questions which would shred my feelings and reputation but, nonetheless, Highgate’s pupils are
- [Looking beyond caricature](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/lookingbeyondcaricature/) - I can’t believe that the Labour Party Conference agenda on private schools was planned to coincide with the admissions seasons for London schools, but it, the agenda that is, has certainly added to the sometimes fevered considerations which beleaguer parents and carers at this entrance test season! I always explain to prospective parents, expecting me
- [Strength in weakness?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/strength-in-weakness/) - Gosh! The autumnal winds and cloudy skies are doing a good job of blowing away any lingering sense that the hols have only just finished. But the cheery smiles and willing eye contact from crisp and not-so-crisp blazer-wearers are the happiest of reminders that a new term, a new school year, brings energy, optimism and
- [Looking out, looking on](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/looking-out-looking-on/) - I have mused before on the perplexing dilemma which faces parents and careers: the children we love and for whom we are responsible, who used to hang on our every word, at the very moment when they have to make their ‘big’ decisions which will play out in their move into employment - GCSEs, A
- [Adding up](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/adding-up/) - From where I’m sitting (literally – I’m in a temporary office while mine is given a face-lift, so I am perching opposite our library where the GCSE results were handed out), the dust had already settled on the GCSE results within a couple of hours of the doors opening, and the school is more akin
- [Of loos, water and air](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/of-loos-water-and-air/) - Loos, well, that’s because over the holidays we converted two sets of previously gender-specific loos to gender-neutral ones: girls, boys and those who are gender fluid or don’t wish to identify themselves with a gender, can use them. Of course, we still have the majority of our loos designated for girls or for boys, and
- [Striding out!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/striding-out/) - The realisation that the party conference season is upon is coincided with the end of the beginning, the end of the beginning of term, that is: new pupil and new staff inductions, first assemblies, welcome evenings, House singing (Kingsgate victorious), the House sport spe[x]tacular or ‘Super Saturday’ played out (Westgate – netball - and School
- [Wonkily, happily](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/wonkily-happily/) - There’s a bit of a debate in the Maison Pettitt whether the intensification of grey follicles on Dad’s pate is a sign of mid-life allure or a steady march towards irrelevance, but what’s certainly the case is that I am asked more often than was the case how long I’ve been Head, and the sub-text
- [Who's your friend?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/whos-your-friend/) - A Radio 4 piece on the Chief Rabbi’s persuasive drive to respect the Sabbath, featuring a seven-year-old who explained that her iPad was ‘one of her friends’, stopped me in my shaving-tracks recently. Ironically, of course, I am staring at a screen as I gather these very thoughts – this can’t really be a bleat
- [Forget everything you know!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/forget-everything-you-know/) - An unusual injunction, especially from a colleague – our Deputy Head (Academic) – tasked with the direction of teaching and learning at Highgate. However, the full imperative was to forget everything you know about A levels, and it was directed at parents and carers of our Year 11 pupils who this year included yours truly. I
- [Of rigour, pressure and happiness](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/of-rigour-pressure-and-happiness/) - “If I feel unhappy, I do mathematics to become happy. If I am happy, I do mathematics to keep happy.” Alfred Renyi “The more I paint, the more I like everything.” Jean Michel Basquiat These were striking quotations to find lodged at the core of last week’s assembly delivered by Polly Brownlee, Head of Mathematics
- [Out and about](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/out-and-about/) - I won’t be alone in feeling that the Christmas holidays were a long time ago: all that time for reading both indulgently and for improvement! A test for me of being properly relaxed is bothering to read Times 2 or the weekend supplements, or doing so and revelling in the entertainment value rather than busily
- [Microscope ot telescope?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/microscope-ot-telescope/) - ‘Can I ask you a cheeky question?’ Thus started a conversation Heads tend to have at this time of year when parents and carers are thinking about schools for their children. I braced myself for the question, wondering what aspect of Highgate’s educational vision was up for scrutiny. After the utterly friendly and well-rooted inquisition
- [Smart choices](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/smart-choices/) - It was when I was just getting up from a lengthy, if productive, meeting about our long-term estate plan that I felt I should own up. An experienced and sharp-witted professional had turned to me and told me that he read my blog. Now this is someone whose firm does indeed do business with Highgate
- [Sucker for praise](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/sucker-for-praise/) - I was glad I was sitting down. I trotted along to assembly this morning (Year 13 followed by Y10, different presentations, but a similar theme: lovely and persuasive attempt to cajole Year 13s into looking after themselves a little more in the run-up to their ‘practice exams; Y10s listened to Y13s talking about how they
- [Monster schedule?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/monster-schedule/) - The dates of my blog-posting speak for themselves: I haven’t made the time for a blog, and it’s not for want of good things to talk about. No, it’s the grown-up equivalent of an essay crisis, or just having a bit more to do than usual. Than usual? No, it’s always like this in the
- [Flames of passion?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/flames-of-passion/) - Even if the summer seems to have beaten a hasty retreat no English summer term finishes without a lot of young people sitting exams and tests; for those preparing for public exams the stakes are high and it’s right that we focus on how best to prepare them and how to keep them going as
- [Finger-tips](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/finger-tips/) - Last week saw the first of the big written exams for our Year 11s (History GCSE): while they were frantically re-reading their multi-coloured flash cards or manically re-mastering the twentieth century through quizlet, I was watching the Tuesday Afternoon Activity (TAA) drama group’s piece, devised and performed by themselves. Back in the Michaelmas Term, golden
- [Guilty secret](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/guilty-secret/) - The air is clearing of emotion after the release of this year’s GCSE results, and we’re settling down to deal with the important post-exam business: what do these results mean for my sixth form plans? Should I change my options if the results seem to tell me I’m stronger in X than Y? I know
- [Bouncy Springboards](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/bouncy-springboards/) - It hadn’t dawned on me that I would be signed into work on my return from holiday by a member of the Class of 2018 but, of course, I should have remembered that a hardy group of leavers is always employed during the summer holidays to ferry contractors to and fro, to answer ‘phones, to
- [Stirred by buglers](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/stirred-by-buglers/) - You may have spotted the haunting silhouettes of infantrymen around our Senior School: as part of the nation’s commemoration of the signing of the Armistice in November 1918, the Royal British Legion has encouraged businesses, local authorities and individuals to display silhouettes as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. Thanks
- [Very Niche?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/very-niche/) - In the febrile political climate which is gripping the UK, Highgate’s Music Department is exploring ‘Rebels, Romantics and Revolutionaries’ of the musical world in its Michaelmas concert this week (Thursday 29/11, 7pm, Junior School Hall), and catching early sight of the programme, I wondered what our aspirant instrumentalists made of their musical preoccupations: after all, to
- [Not perfect](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/not-perfect/) - I’m conscious that, by the time I write my next blog, offer letters for 11+ will be winging their way from schools across north London, and most minds will be turning to choices. Open mornings will allow parents and carers to refresh their understanding of the inner workings of the schools they had visited so
- [Adventure, encounter!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/adventure-encounter/) - I’m not sure the BBC research into numbers taking GCSEs in modern languages was timed to coincide with many schools requiring pupils to decide what subjects they would be taking for GCSE. However, the news last week that numbers have continued to fall such that there are districts in England where no pupils sat a
- [The place for academic rigour](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/test/) - Well, it seemed like a good idea at the time: several months ago, Jan Balon – Headteacher of the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (www.laetottenham.ac.uk), our sister school in Tottenham – and I agreed to swap places for the day. Of course, it’s not the first time there’s been a ‘palace coup’ at Highgate: in
- [The wisdom of children](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/the-wisdom-of-children/) - Here at Highgate, we just held a quiet celebration for the veterans in Year 11 who’d pulled so much out of the GCSE bag. This was really aimed at ensuring that bashfulness didn’t prevent the young from enjoying just a little parental adulation, with a few words to hammer home the admiration for all that
- [Bubble bath](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/bubble-bath/) - I’ve just written to parents in our Senior School to thank them for responding to a recent survey which we asked them to complete last term: I can imagine the sinking hearts of a thousand families when they received the survey request – everyone seems to be after our views as soon as you’ve booked
- [It’s not about the Christmas jumper](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/its-not-about-the-christmas-jumper/) - On Tuesdays and Fridays, you will normally see me jogging up St Michael’s School path to make it into school in time for our 8.15 staff briefing, regretting the extra slice of toast or longer ruminating over the newspaper which has made me late. I encourage colleagues to meet face-to-face at least twice a week,
- [A commitment to social justice and social mobility](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/a-commitment-to-social-justice-and-social-mobility/) - I haven’t yet read Engines of Privilege: Britain’s Private School Problem by David Kynaston and Francis Green (it comes out in February), but I was diverted by Kynaston’s article about his book in The Guardian: he (and his book) come across as measured and thoughtful, and he invites genuine dialogue which steers clear of grandstanding. While he levels
- [Guest post: managing mental health](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/heads-blog/guest-post-managing-mental-health/) - Dr Emma Silver, Director of Wellbeing: When our Head suggested that I “guest blog” as our School’s new Director of Wellbeing, I saw the opportunity to keep the conversation going after Mental Health Awareness Week (Monday 13 – Sunday 19 May). Then I realised that I’d never written a blog before, clinical reports and academic

## Highgate Voice

- [Walking and Winning](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/walking-and-winning/) - A couple of weeks ago, it was my turn to give a Senior School assembly. This is quite an undertaking. Seven talks in a week (one for every year group). Only seven or eight minutes long so as not to cut into lessons or, far worse, break. A topic broad enough to interest all those
- [Make a House a Home](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/make-a-house-a-home/) - Right from the start of Year 9, the house system provides a place of safety, identity and belonging for our pupils at Highgate. One of the special things for me now, in my fifth year of the role, is seeing those pupils who started out feeling like small fishes in a big pond, taking such
- [Inter Faith Week at Highgate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/inter-faith-week-at-highgate/) - Highgate strives to be an inclusive school, welcoming our multi-faith community, and offering contemplative spaces for every pupil to explore personal identity and spiritual growth, wherever they may be on that journey. The Senior School provides an active programme of Chapel services throughout the year, alongside pupil-led Muslim and Jewish circles and the Tabernacle gathering,
- [An Open-Minded Education](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/an-open-minded-education/) - The Governors, my top team and I have recently been pulling together Highgate’s aims for the next five years in our 2025-30 School Development Plan. The plan, which you can see here, aims “to galvanise efforts and focus planning and effort in areas where the School is either at greatest risk or sees greatest opportunity.” It has three overarching priorities. One relates to our financial position, with the goal of
- [Music to our ears](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/music-to-our-ears/) - Music is woven into the fabric of life at Highgate Junior School, so much so that it often feels like an extra-curricular school. We approach music education with a broad and thoughtful lens - designing our curriculum with purpose, enriching it through a wide-ranging programme of ensembles and choirs, and embedding musical experiences into everyday
- [Short cuts to wisdom](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/short-cuts-to-wisdom/) - TL:DR – there are none. It’s my custom, on the first day of the new school year, to give an assembly to each of our Senior School pupils. One for Year 7, one for Year 8 and one for everyone in Years 9-13. This means I am wheeled out half a dozen times in the
- [‘How’s the year gone?’](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/hows-the-year-gone/) - This is a question that teachers ask, and get asked, a lot at this time of year. The usual answer is the pat one: “Yeah, fine thanks, looking forward to the summer though!” Cheery but anodyne, the sort of exchange that could equally apply to “How was your weekend?” or “Warm enough for you?” Taken
- [Five Minutes With: Megan Taylor, Director, DTE](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-megan-taylor-director-of-dte/) - Megan Taylor is Director of Highgate’s Design Technology and Engineering (DTE) department. Here she explains more about our approach to teaching across the whole school, alongside the need to be more sustainable in our practice. What’s the approach to teaching DTE at Highgate? We teach DTE across the whole foundation to help support STEM learning.
- [460 years of Highgate: A "most liberal education"](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/460-years-of-highgate-a-most-liberal-education/) - Ancient schools like Highgate are fascinating creatures. They reflect each of the ages through which they evolve, but they can also be bold, ambitious, and even resistant to the status quo. This has been true of Highgate from its inception in 1565 right through to the present day. The man who sought permission from Queen
- [“Should we have done more, though?”](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/should-we-have-done-more-though/) - Adolescence can be tough. We will all remember it – the good times and the toe-curlingly embarrassing ones – and will probably recognise many of the situations in which our children will find themselves. Tough for them, tough for us. Adolescence is also tough. By this I mean the Netflix TV series which has caught
- [Supporting our student-athletes](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/supporting-our-student-athletes/) - This year, I was delighted to join Highgate School and relaunch the High-Performance Programme (HPP), to provide a bespoke support system for pupils in Years 9-13 competing at the highest level in their sport. Now, two terms in, we have 15 pupils on the programme, from a variety of sporting disciplines, and it’s really encouraging
- [A Radical Act of Hope](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/a-radical-act-of-hope/) - Last week, over 60 pupils from Highgate and seven local partner schools came together in the Sir Martin Gilbert Library at Highgate School to create our own version of the United Nation’s 29th Climate Change Conference, COP29, which ran from 11th – 23rd November. As well as providing the opportunity to develop their knowledge and
- [Five minutes with: Nicole Gross, School Archivist](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-nicole-gross-school-archivist/) - As Highgate celebrates its 460th birthday in 2025, we spoke to School Archivist Nicole Gross about her role and why it’s important to preserve our school’s history for the community and future generations. Can you tell us about your role and what it involves? My role is to look after the historical materials that relate
- [Five Minutes with: Alison Parsons, Careers & Employability](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-alison-parsons-careers-employability/) - To coincide with National Careers Week (3-8 March 2025) we spoke to Alison Parsons, Highgate’s Careers and Employability Specialist about her role and the support we offer pupils for their future beyond school. Can you tell us about your background and your role as a Careers and Employability Specialist at Highgate? I’m originally from Australia
- [Five minutes with the Senior School Environment Committee](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-the-senior-school-environment-committee/) - Highgate’s Environment Committee is one of the school’s many action groups, meeting weekly to spearhead eco-projects and offer a supportive network for like-minded pupils. Their high-profile campaigns complement Highgate’s school strategy for sustainability, helping to raise awareness and drive change. We caught up with Kiran and Mia, who co-chair the group, to find out what
- [FIVE MINUTES WITH: CARLY BROWN, PRE-PREP & JUNIOR SPEX](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-carly-brown-pre-prep-junior-spex/) - Highgate's Sport and Exercise (SpEx) department has an expert team of teaching staff and coaches, many of whom have trained or competed in professional sports. Carly Brown is Head of SpEx for our Pre-Prep and Junior Schools and discusses how we encourage all pupils to participate in physical movement from an early age. Can you
- [Junior School English Champions](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/junior-school-english-champions/) - At Highgate Junior School, our English programme offers creative and engaging ways for pupils to enjoy reading and writing, equipping them with the skills for further education and personal development. We spoke to Junior School English Champions (left to right), Librarian, Lauren Johnston, and teachers Áine Mulkeen and Sonal Bastian about literacy learning and the
- [(An) Awesome Arsenal](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/an-awesome-arsenal/) - “To enable all pupils to normalise academic struggle, so they see challenge as an enjoyable and valuable aspect of their learning.” So runs the first of our three standing academic imperatives: the overarching themes that guide all the teaching we do. Another states that we will teach pupils “to be academically independent and take risks.”
- [Five minutes with: Sam, Pupil Deputy Head (Wellbeing)](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-sam-pupil-deputy-head-wellbeing/) - In his role as Pupil Deputy Head of School (Wellbeing), Sam champions the importance of mental health and wellbeing so that it becomes a normalized part of every pupil’s school experience. Sam has been at Highgate since he was three, and is currently studying Maths, Geography and Economics A levels. He is captain of the
- [A Singing School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/a-singing-school/) - Earlier this term I was invited to attend a special playback of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem taken from the original 1963 recording, conducted by Britten himself and featuring a choir of young Highgate choristers. It was an amazing event on many levels. Sitting in the Dolby Screening Room and experiencing the vivid sound quality was
- [Five Minutes with: Henry Johnson, Biology Teacher](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-henry-johnson-biology-teacher/) - Biology teacher, Henry Johnson, runs Aquarium Builders, one of the many Thursday Lunchtime Activities on offer to Senior School pupils to try out as part of our co-curricular programme. Following a career in conservation, Henry moved into teaching to bring his passion for nature into the classroom. Why did you decide to set up Aquarium
- [Girls in Physics](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/girls-in-physics/) - I like to think of Physics as the language of the universe. It is everywhere around us and allows us to appreciate the world we live in; from the beautiful colours of the Morpho butterfly wings, to the fascinating swarming dance of birds, from the efficiency of a swimmer to the spins of a figure
- [A reflective community](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/a-reflective-community/) - Most organisations, I daresay, have aims and an ethos. Principles they seek to uphold, values to which they adhere, which they hope will permeate through every decision and interaction. Highgate is no different. Our aims and ethos state that this is a place for learning and scholarship; a reflective community; and an exemplar for the
- [Collaboration is vital](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/collaboration-is-vital/) - 2019 was a crucial year for environmental education in the UK. That was the year when the UK parliament became the first in the world to declare a climate and ecological emergency, when figures like Greta Thunberg and organisations like Extinction Rebellion came to public attention, and when, according to data from polling companies, there
- [Five minutes with: Barbara Pettitt, Chrysalis Accelerator](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-barbara-pettitt-chrysalis-accelerator/) - Barbara Pettitt works with our Community and Partnerships team to deliver Highgate’s Chrysalis Accelerator programme, which has been running since 2016, to support young people in care or have a social worker. Highgate works with local Virtual Schools and our Partner Schools to recruit up to 25 secondary pupils for the course each year, led
- [Earned Significance](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/earned-significance/) - I’m not long back from the Year 8 French trip to Lille. Quite an undertaking, that one: 180+ pupils, 20+ staff, two Eurostar journeys, one packed hotel and – wait for it – no phones. Well, not quite no phones. Staff were allowed theirs and, of course, we had emergency contacts. But the children were
- [Throw yourself into it!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/throw-yourself-into-it/) - I joined Highgate Sixth Form (Y12) in September 2023. Of course, joining a new school at this point, I was very nervous. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how warm and welcoming both the pupils and staff were. The Admissions Team arranged a number of social events in June/July, which allowed new joiners to meet
- [Championing Inclusion in Sport](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/championing-inclusion-in-sport/) - This year's theme for National School Sports Week is 60 minutes a day of PE, sport and play. We absolutely love this - the sentiment reflects our ethos at Highgate and represents an aspiration we must all support and champion in our schools. At the heart of Highgate's approach to sport is our commitment to
- [Five minutes with: Highgate OC, Dr Golnoush Golshirazi](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-highgate-oc-dr-golnoush-golshirazi/) - Alumna Dr Golnoush Golshirazi attended Highgate Sixth Form, graduating in 2010 to study Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge. Having suffered severe period pains throughout her academic years, she was finally diagnosed with endometriosis aged 27. Her personal experiences and scientific expertise inspired the formation of ScreenMe, a tech company that offers online health
- [Five minutes with: Dr Andrew Szydlo](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-dr-andrew-szydlo/) - Dr Szydlo has been teaching Chemistry at Highgate for almost 50 years. He routinely delivers sold-out lectures at the Royal Institution, talks at TED conferences and has delivered his roadshows in prestigious universities, including Cambridge and Imperial College. His long running ‘As If By Magic’ Chemistry Roadshow is presented to our partner schools, reaching over
- [Reading for Pleasure](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/reading-for-pleasure/) - This year, one of our whole school academic aims is to promote the act of reading for pleasure. There are no tests or assessments though – this one’s ‘just for fun’. In a world where screens are becoming ever more present in our lives, and a myriad activities and social events compete for our attention,
- [Neurodiversity Celebration Week](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/neurodiversity-celebration-week/) - This week we are joining others around the world in marking Neurodiversity Celebration Week. At Highgate our Learning Support team is embedded across all three schools to educate, support and empower our community to embrace the many talents of being neurodivergent, and to build an inclusive culture that celebrates difference. We speak to the Learning
- [Five Minutes With: Highgate OC Howard Darbon](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-highgate-oc-howard-darbon/) - A group of Year 7 and 8 pupils met Highgate Old Cholmeleian and former teacher, Howard Darbon as part of their research for the History Explorers co-curricular lunchtime activity. They looked through the school archive together and asked questions about Mr Darbon's time as a Highgate pupil from 1950-61, and as Director of Physical Education
- [Open Political Discourse](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/open-political-discourse/) - Every Tuesday lunchtime, students from Y9 to Y13 meet at Masaryk Society to discuss topics relating to politics, current affairs or broader themes and issues linked to other disciplines such as economics, for example. It’s a lively forum and, for many, their main opportunity to engage with politics before it officially appears in the curriculum.
- [Bytes of Knowledge](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/bytes-of-knowledge/) - All our pupils face a future where digital skills and computational thinking are likely to be a key part of their education and work life. At Highgate, we have a strong Computing department, and many pupils take a keen interest in the subject: we currently have 112 pupils studying Computer Science at GCSE and 25
- [Five Minutes With: Will Blackshaw, Director of Outdoor Education](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-will-blackshaw-director-of-outdoor-education/) - At Highgate Senior School we offer a wide range of co-curricular activities including Outdoor Education, led by Will Blackshaw. This popular programme has several aims - supporting pupils’ personal development; promoting adventure and fun while recognising the value of being outside and engaging with the natural world; and to enjoy the benefits for physical and
- [Imagination Unleashed](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/imagination-unleashed/) - This Autumn, we’ve got the fullest programme that we’ve ever had in the Drama Department. It feels like we’re in rep at the moment! Along with our annual Michaelmas show and the popular House Drama competition, this term we’ve added an original Y10 show that’s been written and directed by professional playwright, Martin Murphy, along
- [Happy Transition](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/happy-transition/) - Every year we look forward to welcoming new pupils to Year 3 and our priority is that they feel settled and happy. It’s an exciting time with preparation starting back in June, before the beginning of the school year, when we hold a transition afternoon for new pupils to come in and meet each other
- [Active Intervention](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/active-intervention/) - This autumn marks the third year of our award-winning PSHE course for sixth formers – ‘Bystander Intervention’ – which empowers our pupils to look out for the wellbeing of others and step in safely to deter problematic behaviour. It plays an important part in our school culture, where we celebrate diversity, and encourage mutual respect,
- [Mock University Interviews](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/mock-university-interviews/) - One of the most impactful projects within Highgate Chrysalis Partnership Teaching, a core strand of our Community Partnership work, is the Mock University Interview programme for partner schools that takes place every Autumn. Specialist Highgate teachers conduct interviews with sixth form pupils as they prepare for the final stage of their university application, mirroring the
- [Black History Month: inclusive beyond October](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/black-history-month-inclusive-beyond-october/) - Here we are, at half term already. This is, for teachers and pupils, a great chance to recharge and get ahead. It’s also really well timed: the initial excitement of a new school year is waning, the nights are drawing in, and we might be getting just a little fractious. Half term gives us all
- [Mental health: a universal right](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/mental-health-a-universal-right/) - Mental health matters. There should be no stigma or barriers attached to struggling with your emotions or seeking help for your mental health. It’s World Mental Health Day today and this year’s theme is ‘mental health is a universal right’. The reality is that all of us, at some point in our lifetime, will struggle
- [Five minutes with: Highgate OC Lamesha Ruddock](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-highgate-oc-lamesha-ruddock/) - Lamesha joined Highgate when she was in Y7, graduating in 2019 with A levels in History, Politics and Theatre Studies. Following a History degree at Durham university, she now produces theatre and events that aim to promote active engagement with Black British History, and encouraging others to respond creatively. She follows the motto of 'each
- [5 minutes with: Highgate OC Charlotte Kaye](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/5-minutes-with-highgate-oc-charlotte-kaye/) - Charlotte Kaye graduated from Highgate in 2007 and following a career teaching art she started her own business, The Garden Sewing School in Hampstead. A passionate advocate of sustainable clothing, Charlotte was invited to do a talk by the Senior School’s Environment Committee for their Fast Fashion-Free February initiative. This home-grown campaign raises awareness about
- [Fresh starts](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/fresh-starts/) - I spoke to Year 9 pupils in assembly recently about new beginnings: for me, as well as for them. This is my first term as Acting Head of Middle School (Year 9 and Strategic Lead) (it really rolls off the tongue!) and like the pupils, I had mixed feelings about returning to school at the
- [Exploring the world through words](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/exploring-the-world-through-words/) - When I meet a new class on the first day of a new term, I have a tradition. I like to share two stories that, in my view, encapsulate why I consider myself, first and foremost, a teacher of languages, rather than just a Principal. Excitedly, I tell them that I have a deep passion
- [Life on the Fringe](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/life-on-the-fringe/) - This year, for the first time, pupils from Highgate and London Academy of Excellence, Tottenham (LAET) joined forces to produce three plays for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, under the theatre company name of ‘Raiser Theatre’, including two pupil-penned works. In this blog, we hear from playwrights Kayden (Heart of the Mind) and Benedict (A Useful
- [A Belting Start](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/a-belting-start/) - The cyclical nature of school life is a wonderful thing. Every September, without fail, we start afresh. There’s always something invigorating about newness, and we get an energising dose of it on a regular basis. And when I say we, I mean all of us at school. Pupils are excited to experience new subjects, new
- [5 Minutes With: Under 11 Girls Football Team](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/5-minutes-with-under-11-girls-football-team/) - To coincide with the FIFA Women’s World Cup, we spoke to the Junior School's Under 11 Girls Football Team about why they love playing the beautiful game and how they felt about representing Tottenham Hotspur in a recent tournament. We also find out from Mario Noto, our new Acting Director of Sport and Exercise, why
- [Summertime, and the living is easy (sort of) ](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/summertime-and-the-living-is-easy-sort-of/) - We made it. The summer holidays have arrived. It’s been a short but intense half term: no easing down here. As Mr Newton, the Deputy Head Academic, reminds his Senior School teaching colleagues at this time of term: no “fun” lessons. He doesn’t mean lessons can’t be fun; rather, don’t do things just because they
- [The Arts Are Alive!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/the-arts-are-alive/) - I have been thinking recently about the future of the arts. Mainly because, along with my fellow teachers, I have been co-ordinating the Senior School’s Arts and Humanities Week, a series of cultural events which takes place at school from 26 to 30 June. But it is also because of the current discussion about the
- [Five minutes with: Pride Society](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-pride-society/) - To celebrate Pride Month in June, we met with members of the school's Pride Society to find out what it means to them, and how they’re feeling about taking part in the iconic London Pride parade on 1 July. Pride Society was formed at Highgate Senior School in 2009 by teacher Mr Plaistowe who runs
- [A legacy for change](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/a-legacy-for-change/) - It’s been a year now since we welcomed over 150 people to Highgate to join us and our partners, The Well HQ, in their pioneering mission to improve education, awareness and progress around female health. As we discovered at the ‘Sport in her Shoes’ conference, the woeful gaps in research and knowledge about female bodies
- [Five minutes with: Alumna, Vivika Martini](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-alumna-vivika-martini/) - Vivika Martini completed her studies at Highgate in 2020, the same year exams were controversially cancelled for the first time in history due to the Covid pandemic. She worked as a teaching assistant in our DTE department before embarking on her Engineering studies at UCLA in California. When did you come to Highgate, and what
- [Transitions and Celebration](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/transitions-and-celebration/) - I’d say the theme of the Pre-Prep Summer term is a mix of transitions and celebration. During this final term of the academic calendar, we work with the children to prepare them for the year ahead. At the same time, there is a real sense of excitement and joy as we celebrate the children’s growth
- [Five minutes with: Fred Duke, Head Gardener](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-fred-duke-head-gardener/) - Highgate is fortunate amongst London schools to have a wealth of outdoor space. In addition to our extensive sports fields, that are managed by the Grounds Department, there are stunning areas across the whole site that not only provide sensory delights for our school and wider community to enjoy, but also an opportunity for pupil
- [Pupil Voice](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/pupil-voice-were-listening/) - In the last week of last term, I held my regular series of Q&A assemblies: essentially, a chance for the pupils to ask me anything they like about the school and its running. I got round all the year groups, and was thoroughly grilled on matters ranging from why Jewish Circle isn’t available in Years
- [Supporting Bursaries](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/supporting-bursaries/) - Over recent weeks and months, you may well have seen or heard various senior Labour politicians describing their plans to “end tax breaks” or “close tax loopholes” for independent schools. These plans would, essentially, remove charitable status from private schools, taking away VAT exemption for fees, among other things. There will be doubtless be further
- [Bittersweet Choices](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/bittersweet-choices/) - “We’ve got strawberry, chocolate, vanilla, dairy vanilla, nut sundae, fruit whip, Cornish cream, plum surprise, rhubarb fool, knickerbocker glory...” Readers of a certain vintage will instantly recognise this classic Two Ronnies comedy sketch, in which customer Ronnie Corbett asks ice cream attendant Ronnie Barker for a scoop of cheese and onion or smoky bacon. Explaining
- [Five Minutes with: Junior School Ambassadors](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/five-minutes-with-junior-school-ambassadors/) - The Junior School House system is a school within a school, designed to allow pupils to integrate between year groups, work together, think of others and develop good character skills. In the older years, pupils can take on responsibilities to develop their leadership and act as role models for their peers. We sat down with
- [Keep Calm. Exam On.](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/keep-calm-exam-on/) - With GSCE and A-level exams approaching, stress levels and anxiety for pupils and the people around them, may start to rise. Our Wellbeing team embeds practices that are based on education and awareness, prevention and therapeutic support, and our Wellbeing hub is where pupils can go to emotionally regulate and to seek help when needed.
- [It involves a lot of breakfast...](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/it-involves-a-lot-of-breakfast/) - As my time at Highgate draws to a close, I would describe it as a very bittersweet sensation. I’ve always liked school, so it’s not that I want to get out of here. But in the last couple of months, it feels like everything is drawing to a natural end and it’s the right time
- [Surviving GCSEs](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/surviving-gcses/) - We are almost there, the end feels tantalizingly close – in just a couple of months, the GCSE exams will have concluded. The exhausting slog through dozens of hours of exams, and hundreds of hours of revision will finally be over for our Y11 pupils. So, this feels like an apt moment to reflect on
- [What we have missed](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/what-we-have-missed/) - It’s been difficult not to get a bit tearful this past week. Things have been getting closer to normal: camp-outs on Senior Field, fun days for the leavers, drama productions, singing competitions, poetry workshops and declamations, organ recitals, inter-school science conferences, days in the community, a Summer Festival, a garden opera, a re-imagined trip to
- [Let's go for it!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/lets-go-for-it/) - A level and GCSE results days like so many other aspects of our lives recently, were different again: an earlier publication date, together with the prospect of the first holiday post lockdown, meant that many school-leavers were away from home on the ‘Big Day’, so schools needed to be able to release results electronically. Having
- [Secret Agents of Kindness](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/secret-agents-of-kindness/) - It’s difficult to explain quite how wonderful it has been to come back to school and be able to dawdle in corridors, move around classrooms and catch up on triumphs (and defeats!) of the weekend’s sporting fixtures. Of course, ‘back to normal’ is not the mantra – we must continue all efforts to keep ourselves
- [Worth getting it right](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/worth-getting-it-right/) - On Fridays, when Senior School pupils in Years 9 – 13 meet in their house groups, I tend to make my way to say hello to the year 7 and 8 forms who have a longer registration period when they spend time with their tutors, a gentler way to ease oneself into Friday routines. I
- [Looking forward](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/looking-forward/) - A Head’s lot is to be a balanced voice, to be impartial and to have no favourites among people or subjects. Fortunately, the subversive instincts of the Deputy Head (Academic) release subject teachers from these sensible injunctions and, at the time of subject options, we are encouraged, compelled even, to go out and be partisan.
- [Gathered and Togethered](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/gathered-and-togethered/) - I fear that by the time you are reading this the memory of ten days of summer sunshine and pink blossom will be distant, washed away by April showers and treacherous snows. But even if that is the case, I’ll still remember the happy hub-bub of break-time voices as sixth formers risking sunburn sat sprawling,
- [Effervescence](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/effervescence/) - When Mr Gove introduced the starchy ‘EBacc’, Highgate riffed on the controversy by developing IBAC, a short-hand for our vision of teaching and learning: Independence through Buzz, Aspiration and Collaboration. It has turned out to be a unifying pedagogic principle that has stood the test of time and it serves us well in keeping exams
- [Buckle up!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/buckle-up/) - We nodded in agreement during the post-Bank Holiday staff training on an observation that working in a school has something of the feast and famine to it: holidays for pupils and teachers where we feast on time; termtime where every minute seems to count. A wise colleague commented thoughtfully on the energy levels falling so
- [Determination to live out change in action](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/determination-to-live-out-change-in-action/) - I knew it would be something of a wrench to leave the South Devon coast and get back up to London after half-term: it’s been seven months since we were last here and absence has definitely made our hearts grow fonder! I’m sure we haven’t been the only ones wondering whether we could disguise Zoom
- [Happy New Year!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/happy-new-year/) - I’ve had a few firsts this week: mouthing the words to a song for a video, dancing with a puppy (same video) and having a Mandarin lesson (different video). Lockdown has certainly raised our awareness of the need to connect with each other in this eery and uncomfortable contact vacuum; it’s clearly also driving the
- [Actively compassionate](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/actively-compassionate/) - I’m not sure whether puppy tales (yes, that kind, not the ones that wag) from the Head’s desk are what the Highgate blogosphere wants and needs, but our re-introduction to canine ‘potty training’ has been a major feature of recent weeks in the Pettitt home. Human yelps have punctured the air of an otherwise studious
- [Diver-in or water-starer?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/diver-in-or-water-starer/) - I popped down to the Junior School hall last week to see how the lateral flow testing was going. It was the turn of Year 9 pupils and I was hoping I might catch sight of some of the pupils in my German class: even though we have been meeting over Zoom twice a week
- [Listening Opportunities](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/listening-opportunities/) - From my desk in school I look out on to the Science Quad which until recently, with its attractive, centrally located flowerbed, was more of a pedestrian thoroughfare or roundabout than a gathering space. Now, however, it is a regulated gathering space for year group bubbles: come wind or rain (there is a temporary tent
- [Beyond the Results](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/beyond-the-results/) - Little did I know when Jan Balon, Headteacher of the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham (LAET), rang me to let me know that the Editor of the Sunday Times ‘Parent Power’ had just spoken to him with the brilliant news that LAET would be named as the 2020 State Sixth Form College of the Year,
- [Keep Walking, Keep Talking](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/keep-walking-keep-talking/) - Analogies help us when we try to explain things and, with so much to explain at the moment, it’s understandable that we have heard so many analogies applied to Covid-19 and the measures we are taking to contain it and to beat it. I wonder which analogies you have grasped at to make sense of
- [The ‘Muskelkater’ was worth it!](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/news/highgate-voices/the-muskelkater-was-worth-it/) - I’m teaching German to a lovely Year 9 group of girls and boys: now that they have got over the shock of finding their Head turning up to teach them, they have cheerfully swung behind me as we get to grips with table-wiping, hand-disinfecting, social-distancing, mask-wearing and visors and ensure that I don’t get too

## Pupil Blogs

- [Isolation](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/isolation/) - I have been isolating for nearly 4 weeks now and thought I would share a few reflections and tips in this difficult and uncertain time. I believe it is important to look for positives to be found anywhere possible in this awful situation and I think a lot of people have used this time to
- [End of the school year](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/end-of-the-school-year/) - At the very start of all this, the idea of lockdown didn’t seem too bad. Online school sounded like an exciting change and having my sister, who would normally be away at uni, with us at home for a long period of time felt like a treat. Four months on and I’m aching to go
- [It’s very exciting when things change](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/its-very-exciting-when-things-change/) - I miss my friends at school even though I see them on Zoom because it’s not face to face. I miss them so much. It’s probably better for us to stay at home because we can’t distract ourselves by chatting like we do at school. Learning at home is nice as well. It’s very exciting
- [Random Acts of Kindness During Lockdown](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/random-acts-of-kindness-during-lockdown/) - During lockdown I've found that it is even more important to keep people’s spirits up. At the start of lockdown, I painted a big cardboard rainbow to stick on our window, not only to show support to the NHS but also to brighten people’s day. I have been trying to keep in touch with friends
- [Soon someone will find a cure](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/soon-someone-will-find-a-cure/) - Working from home has been so much fun. I get up in the morning and put on my school clothes and there is no rush to get to school. I sit at the table and watch my teachers on my iPad and do my work. I have learnt a lot at highgate@home with my Mum
- [Back to School](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/back-to-school/) - Home school has meant that I have been able to go in the paddling pool in my garden all the time! It has a sprinkler that my brother and I jump through which is really, really fun. We get sprayed and it makes us very wet. It’s so cold that we sometimes pretend that it
- [Where has the time gone?](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/where-has-the-time-gone/) - It has been almost nine weeks since the lockdown started, but, for me anyway, it seems longer. Asking ‘what are you up to this weekend?’ of a Thursday afternoon feels like something I did years ago. Restarting (virtual) school has helped to cut through this strangely timeless haze, even if the new routine has made
- [Disbelief](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/disbelief/) - It is every kid’s dream for school and exams to be cancelled. Much like the majority of teenagers in the UK I was eagerly tuned in to BBC news last month to hear Gavin Williamson’s announcement that schools were to be closed and exams cancelled. Initially buzzing about the result I took to my group
- [A time of self-reflection](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/a-time-of-self-reflection/) - Isolation. This had always been a word I associated with punishment, or a self-imposed exile. It conveyed a sense of being ‘cut off’, ‘separated’ or indeed ‘distanced’ from other people. With the rapid escalation from normality to ‘self-isolation’ just over 5 weeks ago, it was funny how quickly words like ‘quarantine’ (which I merely associated
- [Pilot Episode](https://www.highgateschool.org.uk/pupil-blogs/pilot-episode/) - You sign up for certain things as a Head of School which you know are not going to be easy: early morning meetings, whole school speeches and lots and lots of emails, to name but a few. Writing a blog during a global pandemic was definitely not one of them but we are where we

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