Category: News

J5 Pupil breaks tennis tournament record during his first international event

9th November 2017

We love to celebrate our pupils achievements  at Highclare School and we are always so proud to hear about what our pupils can accomplish. Last week Edward Morrison J5,  took part in his first international tennis tournament in France! Following a summer of Tennis competitions representing Warwickshire along with just 4 other boys, Edward and his…

U4th Career Information Morning

8th November 2017

Our U4th year group are now brimming with knowledge about the diverse career paths open to them when they leave school following our careers information morning this week. Guest speaker, Mr Max Coleman, operations director at Steel & Alloy Processing Limited, opened proceedings, explaining the different fields of engineering and opportunities within the sector post…

Our Iceland Adventure

6th November 2017

Over 50 pupils and staff spent a week of half term visiting the amazing scenery in Iceland.   The 7 day trip included visits to some dramatic places including the Skogafoss waterfall, Strokkur at the site of Geysir, the geyser that gave its name to all the world’s geysers, Pingvellir – the seat of the first Parliament in the…

Highclare pupils ‘fly’ in the ISA Competition

6th November 2017

Pupils of all ages have received recognition for their artwork in the 2017 Midlands Independent Schools Art competition. This has been our most successful year to date, with winners in 6 categories and a total of 11 pupils gaining awards. Pupils in EYFS and KS1 scooped first, second and highly commended awards in both the…

Mindshop Excellence Programme 2017

2nd November 2017

Sixth form students Toyin Ajileye, Daniel Hurst, Bhavan Mattu, Rebekah Olatundun and Nathan Paul were a credit to Highclare School during a recent Mindshop Excellence Programme event.  During October half term our very own leaders of the future had the  opportunity  to gain valuable work experience in the litagation department of one of the most prestigious…

Harvest Assembly Celebrations

2nd November 2017

Thank you to all the parents who donated food during our Harvest Assembly celebrations. As usual you have been hugely generous and we have been able to support an essential local charity with your donations. This week some of our J6 children had a thought provoking trip to the Erdington Food bank to deliver our donations, the experience definitely made all…

Senior School Open Morning

31st October 2017

Pupils have returned after the October Half Term break rejuvenated and ready to achieve their individual excellence here at Highclare School. We are looking forward to demonstrating this excellence to visitors, prospective parents and pupils at our Senior School Open Morning this Saturday (4th November, 10.00 am to 12.30 pm). There will be tours of the school and opportunities to speak…

A taste of the Far East at Highclare

12th October 2017

Following a successful Oktoberfest themed menu at the start of the month the catering team surpassed themselves this week in organising an amazing Singapore day themed menu. With traditional music, decorations and delicious cuisine pupils could not wait to see what dishes were on offer at Highclare Senior School on Wednesday.  Highclare Junior schools will now  follow…

Tickets available now for FOHS Bonfire Night Party

12th October 2017

Remember remember the 3rd of November! The FOHS annual bonfire and firework party takes place on Friday the 3rd November 6.30pm -8.30pm at Highclare St Paul’s.   With firework displays and fun for all the family it is sure to be a fantastic night.  Hot food and drinks will be available to purchase  including Mrs Moore’s famous toffee apples!  Tickets are…

Highclare links up with Walmley Golf Club

9th October 2017

Many eagle eyed members at Walmley Golf Club will have spotted that Highclare School has become the proud sponsor of Hole 6 recently, and their advert is now prominently displayed at the entrance to the T. Highclare School has developed its association with the club over the last few years, and has been keen to…