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February Half Term 2026
We've had a half term of successes in the classroom, on the sports pitches, on stage and in work placements.
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Read on to find out the two ways in which Saracens High School is in the top 10% nationally!
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We wish everyone a wonderful half term break. To those who are celebrating we wish a Happy New Year, and to those who are observing we wish a reflective start to Ramadan.
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We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday 23rd February.
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Key Dates For Spring Term
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Here are a few important dates for this term: Monday 16th-Friday 20th February: Half Term Holiday February Friday 27th February: Iftar from 4.15pm at school March Wednesday 4th March: Year 7 Progress Evening Saturday 7th March: D of E Silver and Gold Training Day Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March: D of E Bronze Practice Expedition Wednesday 18th March: INSET …
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Notes From A Saracens High Grad
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We are enormously proud of our T Level students - for how they conduct themselves in school as well as on work placements. Last year 100% of our students passed their T Level courses and 90% headed off to university to pursue professional careers. One of those students was Macie-Leigh, who enrolled on the midwifery course at Middlesex University. Macie-Leigh …
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What a fantastic half term for Year 8! Our boys' football team has been on fire, securing several impressive wins—including a massive 9-1 victory against a local rival. On the rugby pitch, the girls' team have dominated their tournaments at StoneX Stadium. A special shout-out goes to Isra and Aynur for their outstanding play! Finally, Year 8 achieved the highest attendance …
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On Wednesday, our Year 9 GCSE Drama stars electrified a sold-out house with a high-octane performance of Ride or Die. Playing to parents, staff, and a National Theatre director, the cast delivered with incredible flair and commitment. >Now, armed with professional industry feedback, the group is refining the show for the big stage. Catch the final performance at the Wycombe Swan Theatre: …
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We are thrilled to celebrate our incredible attendance results. Our school has officially ranked in the top 10% of schools nationally. This achievement puts us 3.1% above the national average and 4.6% higher than schools with similar demographics. At Saracens High School, we believe attendance is driven by our values of discipline and hard work as well as a real …
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Our T Level Business students recently spent two impactful employer engagement days with Equifax. From meeting professionals and hearing real career journeys, to pitching a consumer solutions app and taking part in CV, LinkedIn and mock interview masterclasses, students gained invaluable insight into industry expectations. Experiences like this are central to T Levels — building confidence, developing employability skills and …
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We are incredibly proud of our pupils who competed in the recent Barnet Schools Trampolining Competition. Our athletes showed amazing skill and determination, bringing home some fantastic results! A massive congratulations to our Year 7 & 8 boys team, who performed brilliantly and finished in 1st place! We also had some standout performances in the individual categories: Blake: 1st Place …
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Saracens High School's annual Iftar has returned, and will be held on Friday the 27th of February from 4.15pm. Tickets are available to purchase for a small fee to cover the cost of food and entertainment. There is no entry fee for children under 5. Please CLICK HERE to purchase tickets. We invite guests to bring in cultural dishes as …
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Photography In Central London
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Our Year 10 artists swapped the art studios at school for the bustling streets of central London. To support the City Life project, pupils used their cameras to capture iconic locations in our great capital. Our talented young photographers experimented with angles and techniques to express on film the energy and architecture in one of Europe's leading cities. The teachers …
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Last week, our A Level History students stepped back in time when they visited Hampton Court Palace in Richmond upon Thames. The visit offered a unique opportunity to explore the world of the Tudors and Stuarts beyond our textbooks. The sheer scale of the tapestries and gardens showed the opulence of King Henry VIII's court. Seeing the actual locations where …
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Mark the date Saturday 28th March on your calendars! Each year Saracens play in front of a crowd of 60,000 fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for their Showdown match. This year is going to be bigger and better than ever with both a men's and women's match as well as live performances by artists including Dizzee Rascal! We hope …
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Supervised Study Sessions on Saturdays
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With GCSE exams fast approaching, we are opening our library on Saturdays for supervised study sessions. There is no need for Year 11s to book, please just turn up with the resources and stationery you'll need for revising. Do I need to wear uniform?: NO Can I bring my phone?: NO Can I bring food?: NO Can I improve my …
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Chinese New Year Celebrations
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Giggling Panda Chinese School warmly invite you to their Chinese New Year Family Celebration, taking place at Mill Hill School during the February half term. This family-friendly cultural event is designed as a special half term activity for children and families, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience traditional Chinese New Year through exciting performances, games, and hands-on activities. Event details: Date: …
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Half term could be the perfect time for your child to try out a new sport and meet new friends. Click on the link below to see a huge array of activities on offer locally over the half term break, including activities on the concourse in Grahame Park on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The events on the concourse are free …
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Career Sessions for Year 10
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LTSB (Learning Through Sport and Business) are running a number of sessions this term for our Year 10s to help them think about future careers. Topics covered include: Making informed decisions about career education Transferable skills Interviews Being at work Most excitingly, the pupils will then visit a recruitment firm on The Strand in central London to get an idea …
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It was wonderful to welcome a representative from London Air Ambulance back into school again this year. Year 10's charity assembly introduced them to the work of London Air Ambulance and the crucial role they play in emergency healthcare in our great city. Guest speaker, Rhiannon, also shared with pupils the range of jobs and opportunities that are available at …
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Digital Footprint For Sixth Formers
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Our sixth formers benefitted from a workshop about 'Posting with Purpose', with T Level lead and business and economics teacher, Mr Nathwani. The session focused on the growing importance of developing a positive and professional online presence. Students were encouraged to reflect on their past social media activity and consider how their digital footprint can influence future job opportunities. With …
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Among The Best For Excellent Outcomes
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We are proud to share that Bridget Phillipson, the Secretary of State for Education, has officially recognized Saracens High School for our "excellent outcomes". Our school is now ranked among the very best in the country for the progress of our disadvantaged pupils during the 2024/25 year. In a letter to Doctor Stevens and his team, the Secretary of State …
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Our Saracens Sixth Form students enjoyed an exciting visit to the GSK headquarters. This was a fantastic opportunity for them to step into a professional environment and think about their future careers. During the day, students: Met with apprentices and employees to hear about different career paths Toured the impressive modern offices Worked in teams to solve challenging group tasks …
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Last week, 29 students from Year 11 and Year 13 spent three incredible days in Berlin, bringing their history studies to life. The group visited iconic sites including the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Topography of Terror. Moving visits to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp and the Reichstag dome at sunset provided powerful insights into the past, while the TV Tower …
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Rescheduled Love Grahame Park Event
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Love Grahame Park Community (LGPC) Showcase is about celebrating everything that makes Grahame Park special. This vibrant event is being co‑created with local residents and community groups. It will bring people together and highlight local projects enabled by the LGPC programme. You can expect delicious food, entertainment, inspiring stories, and more. Please note that this free event has been moved …
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The sixth form team would like to congratulate our students on their excellent GCSE English and Maths resit results. Grades ranged from 4 to 7, proving that persistence, revision (and a healthy relationship with past papers) really does pay off. Over the last three months, students have shown real determination and focus, and their hard work has been rewarded with …
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Children's Mental Health Week
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This week, our school community has come together to champion emotional wellbeing for Children’s Mental Health Week. Our assemblies have sparked vital conversations, exploring different facets of mental health and how we can support one another. We are incredibly honoured to welcome the Molly Rose Foundation to school tomorrow to share their invaluable insights. Following this, our wonderful Pupil Leadership …
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