Leicester High School for Girls Parent Portal - LHS Newsletter: 24 January 2025

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Dear Parents

The new term is well underway, and it has been wonderful to see the School full of energy and enthusiasm. A special well done to all those who sat entrance exams this month, including some of our Year 6 pupils, who approached the challenge with great determination. We were also pleased to welcome many external applicants and look forward to seeing our community grow.

Meanwhile, our youngest pupils in EYFS and the Junior School have started the year with their usual curiosity and energy, enjoying exciting trips that have brought their learning to life beyond the classroom.

We have also been delighted to welcome Mr. Newell, our new Head of Maths in the Senior School, who has quickly settled into the School community.

Year 11 and Year 13 have shown exemplary focus and maturity during their mock exams—we're very proud of them.

We are also looking forward to our upcoming Discovery Morning on 5 February, which is a fantastic opportunity for prospective families to experience all that Leicester High has to offer. Please do help us spread the word!

The coming weeks bring more opportunities for success, creativity, and connection—I look forward to celebrating them with our school community.

Mr Alan Whelpdale,

Headmaster

13 Jan 2025

Confidence Through Self-Defence

Sixth Form students at Leicester High School for Girls have recently begun a series of weekly self-defence classes, equipping them with essential skills for personal safety and boosting their confidence.

20 Jan 2025

Success on the Court!

Congratulations to the KS3 Badminton Team, who claimed second place at a recent tournament hosted by Moat College. The team played four competitive matches, winning three, demonstrating impressive skill, teamwork and determination throughout.

16 Jan 2025

Leicester High School for Girls Esports Team Competes in First Competitive Match

Leicester High School for Girls has made an exciting step into the world of competitive gaming, with its esports team playing their first-ever match against Bedford Girls' School.

17 Jan 2025

Leicester Tigers Rugby Session at Leicester High School for Girls

Leicester High School for Girls welcomed professional coaching expertise today as Leicester Tigers coaches led rugby sessions at Manor Road.

Leicester High Students Lead STEM Workshops

Leicester High students are hard at work preparing STEM workshops for local primary pupils, showcasing the excitement and accessibility of science, maths, and computing. This initiative is developing leadership, communication, and presentation skills while inspiring the next generation of young scientists.

22 Jan 2025

Leicester High School for Girls Announces Prefect Team for 2025/2026

Leicester High School for Girls is proud to introduce its Prefect Team for the 2025/2026 academic year.

16 Jan 2025

Leicester High School for Girls Launches “Big Sister, Little Sister” Programme

Leicester High School for Girls has introduced its new Big Sister, Little Sister initiative, bringing together Year R and Year 4 girls in a supportive and engaging way.

16 Jan 2025

Mental Health Champions

Leicester High School for Girls is proud to partner with the One Goal programme, helping Year 5 and Year 6 pupils become Mental Health Champions.

Advertise in Our Wind in the Willows Programme

We’re offering 8 exclusive advertising spaces in the programme for our upcoming school production of Wind in the Willows. This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to promote their businesses to our school community.

Advertising Details:

Cost: £20 per advert
Size: 210mm x 148mm (A6)
Spaces: 8

If interested, please email marketing@leicesterhigh.co.uk. Adverts will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with artwork submission details provided upon confirmation.

Spaces are limited. Don't miss out!

22 Jan 2025

Meet Adam Newell, Our New Head of Maths

We’re delighted to introduce Adam Newell as the new Head of Maths at Leicester High School for Girls. Read on to learn more about his approach, vision for the department, and advice for budding mathematicians.

23 Jan 2025

Leicester High School for Girls Pupils Impress with Poetry Performances

Before the Christmas break, Year 6 and 7 pupils at Leicester High School for Girls spent their Form time preparing and rehearsing dramatic readings of poems of their choice.

23 Jan 2025

Leicester High School for Girls Pupils Impress with Poetry Performances

Before the Christmas break, Year 6 and 7 pupils at Leicester High School for Girls spent their Form time preparing and rehearsing dramatic readings of poems of their choice.

Key Dates

Y13 - Mock Results Day

Parent Daughter Badminton Competition

4:00pm – 6:00pm