Author: Highclare School
Gifted Highclare Mathematicians Achieve Fantastic Results in National Mathematical Challenge
Congratulations to the gifted mathematicians at Highclare Senior School who entered the Intermediate Maths Challenge 2019. A nationally recognised competition, the Mathematical Challenges aim to stimulate mathematical problem solving in students year 11 and below. Only the top 40% of students receive a certificate. The top 6% receive gold, the next 13% silver and the…
British Science Week At Highclare Prep
All the children at Highclare Preparatory School have enjoyed taking part in a varied programme of activities during British Science Week. The week began with assembly presentations and the launch of a poster competition based on the theme of journeys. Pre –Prep children enjoyed learning about the ‘journey’ of the Hungry Caterpillar and how he…
U5 and L5 Religious Studies Class Discuss Creation With Dr Peter Vardy
On Tuesday 26 March 2019 the GCSE Religious Studies classes of U5 and L5 attended a fascinating conference at Queen Mary’s High School, Walsall hosted by Candle Conferences on the subject of creation. The day was led by Dr Peter Vardy, a former Vice Principal of Heythrop College, University of London and best-selling author of some…
Mothers’ And Daughters’ Ballet Workshop
On Monday 25th March, Highclare Preparatory School held its first Mums’ and Daughters’ ballet workshop as part of this years Mother’s Day celebrations. The event was attended by children from both Highclare Preparatory School: St Paul’s and Highclare Preparatory School: Woodfield ranging in age from Reception to J6. Led by Miss Judith, our school ballet…
Monday Morning Maths In Pre-Prep
With Spring in the air Highclare pre-preparatory pupils have enjoyed taking their Monday morning maths outside. Today they were having fun investigating shapes and measuring, using our fantastic woodland scales.
U4 Students Visit A Hindu Temple As Part Of Their Religious Studies
U4 visited the Balaji Temple in Tividale, Oldbury, as part of their learning about the religion of Hinduism. The Balaji Temple is a Hindu place of Worship built in the style of the most visited Shri Venkateswara Temple in Andhrapradesh in India. It is also the largest temple of its kind in Europe and is…
The first of the U6 EPQ presentations has been successfully presented!
The EPQ qualification is a great opportunity for students to demonstrate their passion for a particular topic and an ability to work independently over a lengthy period of time. It is therefore a valuable resource for personal statements and interviews and, in its development of mature study skills, it provides an excellent preparation for study…
A Remarkable Recital Evening At Highclare Senior School
Students of all ages at Highclare Senior School performed a variety of music, speech, and drama items at Monday’s wonderful Performing Arts Recital Evening; a most enjoyable start to the week. The programme comprised of a broad spectrum of musical styles, including impressive renditions of Bach’s Double Violin Concerto (Harry Mills, accompanied by Miss Minchin…
Superb J3 And J4 Arts Recital Evenings
J3 and J4 musicians and LAMDA pupils at Highclare Preparatory School staged two superb recital concerts for friends and family last week. Both evenings were of a fantastic standard and provided our performers a great opportunity to showcase their talent. During the performances there was a huge range of different instruments being played including Trombone,…
Highclare Pre-Preparatory School: Woodfield Taster Sessions For Pre-School Children
Throughout April and May Highclare Pre-Preparatory School: Woodfield will warmly welcome families to enjoy a number of taster sessions during normal teaching days. Highclare Pre-Prep caters for boys and girls from two years, we aim to develop inquisitive minds within a small setting, where pupils feel engaged and confident. We believe that through creative learning and…
