Category: Senior School

Midlands ISA Athletics

25th May 2022

Highclare pupils enjoyed a successful day at the Midlands ISA Athletics, an event that is taking place for the first time since 2019. Highclare took 39 athletes from U3 to L5. to represent the School  There were some fantastic performances throughout the day with a number of pupils reaching the finals of their track events:…

Swim…Cycle…Run…Repeat

19th May 2022

17 incredible children from Prep and Senior School (some as young as Yr2)  represented Highclare School at the recent ISA National Triathlon competition held at Ipswich School.  It is such a fantastic achievement to have so many pupils competing at a national level against some of the best athletes in the country. Huge congratulations to…

U4 Reflect at Coventry Cathedral

17th May 2022

On Tuesday 10 May 2022 the Religious Studies Department took U4 out for a day fieldtrip to Coventry Cathedral. The morning was spent with a guided tour of the different features of the Cathedral and learning about its history including learning about the bombing of the original Cathedral in WW2 and a tour of the…

Junior Mathematical Challenge Results 2022

17th May 2022

We were extremely pleased with the results of the Junior Mathematical Challenge which gifted mathematicians at Highclare School entered in April 2022. This is a nationally recognised challenge and only the top 40% of students receive a certificate. However, at Highclare School, 60% of entrants achieved either a bronze or silver award – a fantastic…

Superb Practice DofE Expedition

17th May 2022

Congratulations on a superb practice expedition for both the Silver and Bronze Duke of Edinburgh pupils. Pupils who participated in the Silver practice expedition showed great navigation and camp craft skills. Their desire to get up early and get walking was outstanding. It was music to our ears to hear them say on the most…

Senior School Open Evening

11th May 2022

Following a successful series of virtual events and bespoke School-In-Action visits it was a pleasure to be able to welcome families into Highclare Senior School on a sunny Tuesday afternoon. There was a fantastic buzz around the school and we look forward to following up with families in the near future.  Please keep an eye…

A Night At The Moviesicals

11th May 2022

A spectacular night at ‘The Movisiecals’ was enjoyed by all at Highclare Senior School! An incredible night showcasing the talent of Senior School pupils across a wide variety of musical and dramatical styles and genres.  Thank you to all involved in preparing pupils for this event and parents for their continued support.  

Swimming: West Midlands Regional Championship Success

5th May 2022

Highclare Senior School pupil Josh Mitchell-Storey achieved fantastic success at the West Midlands Regional Swimming Championships, held in Coventry over the bank holiday weekend. Josh was representing Orion Club in the 50 freestyle, 50 breaststroke and 100 breaststroke. For the 50 breaststroke Josh won his heat, finishing 5th in the final. For the 100 breaststroke…

Platinum Jubilee Celebrations

5th May 2022

Friends of Highclare Platinum Jubilee Celebrations – Saturday 25 June 2022, 12.00-5.00pm   Friends of Highclare School are happy to announce they will be holding a summer fayre to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee.   If any parents would like to volunteer to help during the day please email Mrs Soen, stpaulsoffice@highclareschool.co.uk We would also be grateful for…

U4 Geography trip to Cannock Chase

28th April 2022

As part of the Geography curriculum U4 enjoyed the first ever field trip to Cannock Chase, an area designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The trip began with a guided tour from the Learning Ranger at Forestry England and an explanation of sustainable management strategies of Cannock Chase, followed by various geographical investigations such…