Leicester High School for Girls Parent Portal - LHS Newsletter: 14 February 2025

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Dear Parents

This half-term has passed quickly, with plenty happening across the School—including plans for a new bus route to North Leicester, which will make it easier for families in that area to reach Leicester High.

Our Year 11 and 13 students received their mock examination results, and it was great to see so many of them feeling pleased with what they have achieved. We also welcomed prospective families to our Mini Open Morning, and it was lovely to hear how much they enjoyed their visit and how impressed they were by our students.

Looking ahead, preparations for International Women’s Day are coming together well. We’ve had a fantastic response from those offering to speak or run workshops, and we really appreciate their support.

In the Junior School, Wellness Week was a big hit, with the girls getting involved in activities focused on wellbeing.

Wishing you all a relaxing and enjoyable half-term break.

Mr Alan Whelpdale,

Headmaster

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Year 9 Make History at the Rotary Technology Challenge! 🚀🏆

Our Year 9 team has made history, achieving full marks—the first ever in the competition’s 11-year history—at the Rotary Technology Challenge!

Tasked with designing and building a launcher to propel a space capsule (a golf air ball) at least three metres into the air, our students impressed the judges with their precision, teamwork, and engineering skills. Having also won last year, they successfully defended their title with an outstanding performance.

A huge congratulations to our talented team—we are so proud! 👏💙

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Exploring Forensic Psychology

Sixth Form students at Leicester High School for Girls recently attended a talk by Sarah Lilley, a forensic psychologist working in the prison service. She provided insight into the role of psychology in the criminal justice system, discussing real-world applications and challenges in the field.

Junior Wellness Week

Junior School pupils took part in Wellness Week, enjoying a range of activities designed to support creativity and well-being.

Highlights included a talent show, a poetry party, a chocolate workshop, and a visit from an ice cream van.

11 Feb 2025

Year 13 Crown Court visit

Year 13 students from Leicester High School for Girls had a fascinating experience at Leicester Crown Court this morning, gaining a first-hand understanding of the complexities of the legal system.

10 Feb 2025

Students Take the Lead in Leicester High School Library

Students at Leicester High School for Girls demonstrated remarkable initiative, teamwork, and leadership when they took charge of running the School Library during a brief absence of the librarian.

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Year 11 History Trip to London

Year 11 students visited key historical sites in London, including the Greenwich Observatory, National Maritime Museum, Whitechapel, Hunterian Museum, and Old Operating Theatre.

The trip provided insights into scientific advancements, trade, and public health.

Several members of the public praised the students for their enthusiasm and politeness, with one visitor commenting on how much she had learnt just by listening to them.

Parent-Daughter Badminton Event Brings Families Together

Our recent Parent-Daughter Badminton Event was a fantastic evening of fun, fitness, and friendly competition!

Held in the School’s sports hall, parents and pupils teamed up for exciting matches, with some rediscovering their love for the sport and others learning new skills together.

We look forward to more opportunities to bring our school community together through sport!

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The Book That Inspired Me

For Mrs. Wallis, Head of English, it's The Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper.

It was the first book that showed her the magic of escapism, reminding her of The Lord of the Rings, which her father used to read to her—sparking her lifelong love of fantasy worlds.

Key Dates

Careers Week

All Day

From 03 Mar until 07 Mar

International Women's Day

From 10 Mar until 14 Mar

10
March

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