Autumn Half Term 2023

What a busy first half term. There have been clubs, trips, and even carnivals, as well as the day-to-day lessons! We’re pleased with how new staff and pupils have settled into our community and it’s a particular joy seeing the sixth formers mentoring younger pupils and helping in lots of areas of school life.

We wish you all a restful half term break and look forward to seeing everyone back in school on Monday 30th October.

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Cambridge University Visit for Sixth Formers

A group of our sixth formers enjoyed spending a day at Jesus College in Cambridge, experiencing what life is like at an elite university. Former Trustee of the Saracens Multi-Academy Trust, Dr Trevor Lee, organised the trip. Our students were warmly welcomed by neurologist, Dr Sybil Stacpoole, and also heard from other univeristy professors. Two third-year medical students gave a …

There are often activities and events in our local community that we think may be of interest to Saracens High School children and their families. It is worth regularly visiting THIS PAGE on our website to see what's going on. There are even things happening this weekend that are worth knowing about.

On the penultimate weekend of the half term 33 pupils from Year 9 embarked on their first Duke of Edinburgh expedition. The pupils went to Tolmers Scout Centre in Cuffley where they participated in team building activities and began learning camp craft skills in preparation for their expeditions next spring. Amazing memories were created, especially for the majority of pupils …

Year 7s pupils who have been living our values in PE this half term were treated to a extra-special trip to watch a match at StoneX Stadium. Not only did the pupils watch Saracens men's team claim a comprehensive victory over Hartpury, they did so from the luxury of Saracens' sponsor, Shawbrook's, hospitality suite. What a great experience, topped off …

Year 10 and 11 single science pupils were given the incredible opportunity of attending the New Scientist Live exhibition at the ExCel Centre in London. Pupils were given hands-on experience of robots and telescopes as well as listening to talks from scientists and psychologists. One of our pupils, Khaled, was even invited onto stage with Ginny Smith (science writer and …

'Your life, You Choose' is a collaboration project, giving pupils opportunities to meet with police, paramedics, ex offenders, magistrates, online safety and drug awareness charities. During this interractive day, the children hear presentations, watch videos, engage in discussions and ask questions. It is the aim that by meeting people that help our society to be safe, the pupils will make …

On the first Wednesday after half term, on November 1st, we are holding our Sixth Form Open Evening, 5.30-7pm. The Open Evening provides a valuable opportunity for finding out more about different subjects and courses on offer in our diverse sixth form. Booking isn't required but we recommend arriving promptly on 1st November as there will be a presentation at …

Appointments: If you child has an appointment during the school day please email admin@saracenshigh.org. Please also let us know if you will be collecting your child or if they will be making their own way home. Lost uniform and other items: Pupils can daily check Lost Property or rooms where they may have left the item. Change of details: If …

Our Year 11 geographers went on a visit to Stratford in east London. By comparing old Stratford with the redevelopment around the Olympic Park they could learn about regeneration. The young people conducted various research tasks including a pedestrian count, vehicle count, an environmental quality survey and a first impressions word bubble. These were completed in six different sites, giving …

What an exciting start the Year 7s have had to their first term at Saracens! From paired reading sessions to poetry competitions, they've embarked on a fantastic literary journey with plenty of events to look forward to. And what better way to start than getting the chance to meet a famous author in person! On Wednesday 4th October award-winning children's …

On 13th October a group of Year 10 pupils took part in the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge. Through a variety of interactive activities they learnt about the importance of body language, eye contact, posture, hand gestures, tone, diction, speech writing, and narrative structure. Our pupils were equipped with the skills and confidence to speak their mind and be heard. …

There has been lots happening in our school this month for Black History Month. In Learning Groups and assemblies we've been learning about a number of Black men and women who have made a difference, such as Mary Seacole, Floyd Steadman, and the patron of one of the school houses, Maggie Alphonsi. After the popularity of last year's poetry competition …

Over three days, our T Level Health students were given an induction into clinical nursing practice by lecturers from Middlesex University. Hosted in the clinical ward at StoneX Stadium, students were given an overview into basic healthcare skills, note taking, emergency procedures, ward etiquette as well as patient handling, taking observations and medicine management. The three day course provided a …

The Saracens Multi-Academy Trust Board has appointed Jo Newman as a governor of Saracens High School. Until her recent retirement, Jo was the Head of the Junior School at North London Collegiate School. Anthony Smith is standing down as a Trustee in order to complete his Masters at Cambridge. We are so grateful for how diligently he has served us, …