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23/10/20

SJL's Sixth Form Prefects are organising a whole school Harvest Festival Food Collection for King's Pantry Food Bank. Donations can be made Monday 2 - Friday 6 November in school reception. For more information on King's Pantry https://t.co/YWYkRMtHv0 Thank you for your support. https://t.co/wRUsxGDr82

23/10/20

Retweeted From Scholars' Education Trust

As a trust we are immensely proud of our students and staff for the dedication they have shown over the start of this new academic year. We wish you all a safe and restful half term https://t.co/vRIk6JLn1O

23/10/20

Retweeted From SJL English

Another great entry for the Twelve Before You’re Twelve Reading competition - from James W in 7LEn3 https://t.co/BuKHUR8L83

23/10/20

Thank you to our students, staff and families for their tremendous support in this first half term of the 2020 academic year, we are proud of the commitment and dedication shown. Enjoy a safe and relaxing half term https://t.co/YzCNPhvWvM

23/10/20

This week's newsletter is out now... https://t.co/geu17m3ulg https://t.co/A3KMtrPlzH

23/10/20

Students time to get creative with the launch of the 2020 SJL Christmas Card Competition https://t.co/RHIAldtF9Z

22/10/20

The newly formed JLT for 2020-2021 had their first meeting today, a chance for students to engage and talk about their school to the Heads of School https://t.co/633PY9laxB

22/10/20

Vacancy alert: Linguist seeking a new opportunity? SJL are seeking a talented and effective Teacher of German, with French and/or Spanish to join our successful team https://t.co/ozXppQpYlm . . https://t.co/PTRyIoD1tw

21/10/20

Retweeted From Hertfordshire County Council

As half term approaches, please remember to Play Your Part and stick to the rule of 6. Read our tips on how to have a fun and safe half term https://t.co/H77nLyZdHM https://t.co/ToXvjELrLd

21/10/20

We are aware of issues with EduLink absence reporting, please see email regarding any absences reported between 10pm last night (Tuesday 20 October) and 10am today (Wednesday 21 October) https://t.co/uoKq5LeiRQ

21/10/20

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21/10/20

Year 11 notice: mock examination timetable has been sent out to students and parents via EduLink, timetable and vital examination information can be found on the school website https://t.co/WKHbuofymx https://t.co/R5WzyjdNUe

21/10/20

A bright moment on a wet autumnal day, the issuing of Headteacher Commendations. Congratulations to all the Year 10 students receiving their 'lockdown' Head's Commendations, especially those receiving multiple awards https://t.co/FhfBUXdKnv

21/10/20

This evening Year 8 musicians should have been presenting their Music Showcase. We are delighted to announce they have been busy behind the scenes recording a showcase for you... keep an eye out for the final production later this week https://t.co/r4cl4mX2HI

20/10/20

Year 10 notice: resources for the Year 10 GCSE Information Evening have been emailed via EduLink. They can also be found on the school website https://t.co/3oLlHLxRUk https://t.co/RYywoNRF3V

20/10/20

Over 100 Head Teacher's Commendations awarded to the Year 9 bubble for achievements from summer term 2020. Well done Britten receiving the highest number of commendations https://t.co/R56CU2F4Yr

20/10/20

Reminder for those applying for 2021 secondary school, the application deadline is 31 October 2020. Look at our virtual open event page for Headteacher's address, hear from our amazing students, take virtual tour and view our impressive faculties. https://t.co/xc5uEuHIvA https://t.co/XhSWxpNqwA

20/10/20

Notice: Poppies will be on sale in school on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 October. If students wish to make a donation to the Poppy Appeal and purchase a poppy, please remember to send cash with them on these days https://t.co/KyxFiCkXT2

20/10/20

Retweeted From UCAS

Remember to join us live on Facebook at 17:30 (UK time) today 📅 , , and will all be on hand to answer any questions that you may have about university admissions for 2021. https://t.co/itT940ZXbF

20/10/20

As we all spend more time in our own households, a new online safety course from is available to book now. https://t.co/H4wsPlXgfp

20/10/20

Term dates: reminder next week is half term. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, 2 November 2020 https://t.co/RfSP6IfZjd

19/10/20

Calling 👋 and present Generation-COVID a webinar for 15-17 year olds exploring what Covid-19 means for the future of the economy https://t.co/wiQz9cef1R 'They are waiting to hear from you! SJL let's get involved!!!' Miss Dunne

19/10/20

As we head towards the end of the first half term, here are the house standings. Well done to 7K for a tremendous tally and to Miss Bigden with Ryder House taking overall top spot. After half term will be running the annual Christmas Card Competition https://t.co/L4llyBCWyC

19/10/20

Retweeted From UCAS

Join us live on Facebook at 17:30 (UK time) on Tuesday 20 October. , , and will all be on hand to answer any questions that you may have about university admissions for 2021. See you on Tuesday 👋 https://t.co/hwqBcFVAmY

19/10/20

Thought for the Week: Individual liberty https://t.co/hbXxzzyBoN

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

Year 13: An interesting geopolitical perspective on renewables. Resource Security. https://t.co/VYoaCilw3z

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

Year 11: This is a great video explaining processes. https://t.co/eHpu0taVgC

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

Year 12 and 13: Thinking of studying Geography at university: your 24-page guide to studying geography at university https://t.co/ClKJZqFGP3

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

Have you got a moment to put your feet up and watch something good this weekend? Pick one of these themed films/documentaries on Netflix. My Octopus Teacher is great! https://t.co/p92sMzIQp0

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Ecoschools

The Salads are in! The first (this term) of many successfully planted veggies in the thanks to some very green fingered guru's in year 10. Great work team! Have a HAPPY WEEKEND! https://t.co/7hCg4TzZJ2

16/10/20

Retweeted From SJL History

A fun fact for our Sixth Form students: today is the anniversary of Marie-Antoinette’s execution during the Reign of Terror in the French Revolution in 1793. https://t.co/VmSQ4eGNMI

16/10/20

Thank you to all parents for your feedback and support over the temporary changes to timings of the school day. New timings begin from this Monday - 19th October. See the newsletter for more details.

16/10/20

Have you been following the inter house netball competition? All the updates can be seen on our PE Dept Instagram account https://t.co/jBMUFSRAsb https://t.co/WFIedVoyYV

16/10/20

This week's newsletter is out now... https://t.co/WYn5r4PlP6 https://t.co/knPVTFpkm4

15/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

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15/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Geography

It may not be the trip we planned but it is good to be out completing some fieldwork with year 13! https://t.co/bi85zpe6ZB

15/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Ecoschools

Our is coming along well, it has taken a little longer than expected but we are now ready for our winter vegetable plug plants which we won from the and are arriving tomorrow! All thanks to some extremely dedicated pupils https://t.co/l4KcvIOsVT

14/10/20

Retweeted From SJL Psych and Soc

Play dough brains demonstrating where the three types of LTM reside based on Tulving’s research#creativepsychology https://t.co/M8cbrpDOfC

14/10/20

Retweeted From Met Contact Centre

Social media and mental health are interlinked in the lives of young people. This team have some useful info, looking at the positive and negative impacts of social media that trusted adults need to be aware of. https://t.co/oQnXmPWHbS https://t.co/BYo09AxKsP

14/10/20

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School Calendar

October 2020

26Oct30Oct
October Half Term

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November 2020

02Nov06Nov
PGL Liddington Trip Yr 7 CANCELLED

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03Nov
Online Safety Parents' Information Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 7

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03Nov
Online Safety Parents' Information Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 8

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03Nov
Online Safety Parents' Information Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 9

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03Nov
Online Safety Parents' Information Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 10

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03Nov
Online Safety Parents' Information Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 11

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12Nov
Enrichment Day: Learning to Learn and Academic Mentoring

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16Nov20Nov
Anti-Bullying Week

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16Nov
Music GCSE Performance exams 1

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19Nov
St Albans Abbey Conference

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19Nov
Drama Devising showcase Yr 11 and 13

Year 13

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19Nov
Drama Devising showcase Yr 11 and 13

Year 11

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23Nov27Nov
Year 11 MFL Mocks - Speaking Exams

Year 11

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24Nov
Vaccinations - HPV1 Yr 8

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24Nov
Yr 7 Parents' Evening

17:30 - 21:30 | Year 7

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December 2020

01Dec
Upper School drama rehearsal - all day

Year 10

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01Dec
Upper School drama rehearsal - all day

Year 11

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02Dec
Upper School play

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02Dec
Upper School play

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03Dec18Dec
Yr 11 Mock Exams start and study leave begins 3/12/20

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03Dec
Upper School play

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03Dec
Upper School play

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04Dec
Upper School play

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04Dec
Upper School play

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08Dec
Yr 13 Parents' Evening

17:00 - 21:00 | Year 13

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14Dec
Awards Evening

18:00 - 21:00 | Whole School

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16Dec
Christmas Concert Rehearsal

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16Dec
Christmas Concert

17:30 - 21:00 | Whole School

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17Dec
Senior Citizens Concert this PM

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17Dec
Carol Singing - Y13

13:00 - 15:30 | Year 13

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18Dec
Last Day of Term

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21Dec01Jan
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January 2021

04Jan
First Day of Term

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04Jan
INSET Day - no students in school

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04Jan08Jan
Year 13 MFL Mocks - Speaking

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06Jan
Yr 12 Parents' Evening

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11Jan22Jan
Y13 Mock Exams

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11Jan
Y13 Study Leave begins

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12Jan
Post 16 Information Evening

17:00 - 21:00 | Year 11

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12Jan
Post 16 Information Evening

17:00 - 21:00 | Sixth Form

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18Jan
Yr 9 Options Evening

17:00 - 21:00 | Year 9

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27Jan
Yr 11 Parents' Evening

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February 2021

01Feb05Feb
LGBT+ Awareness Week

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01Feb
Year 9 Music Showcase

17:00 - 19:00 | Year 9

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02Feb
Battlefields Trip information evening, Y13

18:00 - 18:30 | Year 13

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03Feb
Music GCSE Performance exams 2

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04Feb
RE Short Course Mock Exams - tbc

Year 10

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04Feb
Yr 9 Parents' Evening

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05Feb
GCSE Art Gallery visit

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05Feb
GCSE Art Gallery visit

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05Feb
Deadline for 6th Form applications

Year 11

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09Feb
Gym and Dance Display

17:00 - 21:00 | Whole School

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10Feb
Gym and Dance Display

17:00 - 21:00 | Whole School

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12Feb
Mock Trial Team to St Albans Yr 8 and 9

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12Feb
Mock Trial Team to St Albans Yr 8 and 9

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15Feb19Feb
February half term

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22Feb
GCSE English revision masterclass, Y11

15:30 - 16:30 | Year 11

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23Feb
Music Year 11 Composition Showcase

17:30 - 20:30 | Year 11

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24Feb
Supporting Students through exams Information Evening

17:30 - 21:00 | Whole School

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25Feb
The Stitch Festival Yr 10

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26Feb
Battlefields Trip Departs Y13

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March 2021

02Mar
Chelsea's Choice - Y9 - AM

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02Mar
Yr 8 Options Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Year 8

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03Mar09Mar
German Exchange (Yr 9 and10)

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03Mar09Mar
German Exchange (Yr 9 and10)

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12Mar
INSET Day - no students in school

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15Mar19Mar
Y10 French trip

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17Mar
Big Bang Science Fair Year 8

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17Mar
Higher Apprenticeship Evening

17:00 - 20:00 | Sixth Form

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17Mar
HSMA Music concert

17:00 - 20:00 | Whole School

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18Mar
Cancer Talk Yr 11

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18Mar
Drama Devising Schowcase Yr 9

17:00 - 20:00 | Year 9

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20Mar23Mar
Spanish Trip (Yr 9 and 10)

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20Mar23Mar
Spanish Trip (Yr 9 and 10)

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22Mar26Mar
Year 12 MFL Speaking exams

Year 12

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22Mar
Spring Concert

17:00 - 21:00 | Whole School

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23Mar
Southend Field work Yr 10 Geography

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23Mar
A Level English Masterclass Yr 13

15:30 - 16:30 | Year 13

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25Mar
International Enrichment Day/Careers Day

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25Mar
International Enrichment Day/Careers Day

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26Mar
Last Day of Term

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26Mar30Mar
RE Trip New York (Yr 10 and 11)

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26Mar30Mar
RE Trip New York (Yr 10 and 11)

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26Mar
Drama Script Practical Exams all day tbc

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29Mar09Apr
Spring holidays

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30Mar
Iceland trip

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April 2021

12Apr
First Day of Term

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12Apr
INSET Day - no students in school

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12Apr
Yr 12 Study Leave begins

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12Apr
Yr 12 Study Leave begins

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12Apr
Year 12 Internal Exams

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14Apr
German Exchange students to SJL

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14Apr
Yr 12 Oxbridge Information Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Year 12

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14Apr
Yr 12 UCAS Information Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Year 12

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15Apr
Drama Practical Exam all day - tbc

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19Apr
Year 12 Internal Exams

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19Apr
Year 11 MFL Speaking exams

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19Apr
No Homework Club - staff Inset

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20Apr
German Exchange students leave SJL

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26Apr30Apr
Year 13 MFL Speaking Exams

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27Apr
Yr 10 Parents' Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Year 10

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28Apr
Senior Athletics Yrs 11,12,13

13:30 - 16:30 | Year 13

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28Apr
Senior Athletics Yrs 11,12,13

13:30 - 16:30 | Year 12

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28Apr
Senior Athletics Yrs 11,12,13

13:30 - 16:30 | Year 11

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29Apr
World Youth Forum

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30Apr02May
Animal Studies Trip - Yr9

Year 9

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30Apr
Jazz Evening

17:30 - 20:30 | Whole School

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May 2021

05May
Yr 11 Prom - tbc

18:00 - 23:30 | Year 11

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06May
Alton Towers Yr 11

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07May
Year 11 Leavers Ceremony - tbc

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10May
Yr 11 Study Leave begins

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21May
Yr 13 Leavers Ceremony - tbc

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24May28May
Year 12 Work Experience

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24May
Yr 10 Music Showcase

17:00 - 21:00 | Year 10

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31May04Jun
May half term

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June 2021

03Jun05Jun
CERN Trip Yr12

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08Jun
MASt and GandT Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Whole School

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10Jun
Yr 12 Biology Field work Batford

Year 12

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11Jun14Jun
French Trip (Yr 7)

Year 7

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14Jun25Jun
Yr 10 Internal Exams

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14Jun
Study Leave begins Yr 10

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15Jun
Have You Met...?

15:30 - 16:30 | Whole School

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16Jun
No Homework Club - staff Inset

15:30 - 17:00 |

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17Jun
Prefect’s Conference

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18Jun
Yr 7 Trip to Neasden

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21Jun25Jun
German Trip - Y8

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21Jun
Sports Awards Evening

17:00 - 20:30 | Whole School

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22Jun
London Fieldwork Trip Yr 12

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24Jun
GCSE & A Level Art Parents' exhibition tbc

15:30 - 18:30 | Year 11

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24Jun
GCSE & A Level Art Parents' exhibition tbc

15:30 - 18:30 | Year 13

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25Jun
Yr 13 Leavers Dinner TBC

18:00 | Year 13

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28Jun
INSET Day - no students in school

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28Jun02Jul
Yr 10 Work Experience

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28Jun
Trust INSET Day - school closed

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29Jun
Yr 12 Taster Day (tbc)

Year 11

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29Jun
Vaccinations - HPV 2 Yr 8

Year 8

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29Jun
Yr 6 Parents' Induction Evening

18:00 - 21:00 | Whole School

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July 2021

01Jul
Music Summer Prom Yrs 7-13 tbc

17:00 - 20:00 | Whole School

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02Jul
Yr 12 Graphics Trip - London

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02Jul
Childwickbury Arts Fair - Yr 9

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05Jul09Jul
Green Week

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06Jul
Lower School Production rehearsal - hall all day

Year 7

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06Jul
Lower School Production rehearsal - hall all day

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06Jul
Lower School Production rehearsal - hall all day

Year 9

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07Jul
Lower School Producion - Matinee

Year 7

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07Jul
Lower School Producion - Matinee

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07Jul
Lower School Producion - Matinee

Year 9

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07Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 7

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07Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 8

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07Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 9

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08Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 7

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08Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 8

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08Jul
Lower School Producion

17:30 - 21:00 | Year 9

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11Jul17Jul
Music Tour Yrs 7-13

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12Jul14Jul
Enterprise Education (Mon, Tue, Wed)

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15Jul
Tip of the Iceberg Yr 8 and 10

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15Jul
Tip of the Iceberg Yr 8 and 10

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16Jul
Last Day of Term

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