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Halloween has arrived at Highfield… 🎃 Our boarders got well and truly into the spooky spirit, showing off their pumpkin carving skills with some seriously creative designs! Swipe through to see some un-boo-liveable creations ➡️ #independentschool #boardingschool #boardinglife #creativedesign #pumpkincarving
Halloween has arrived at Highfield… 🎃 Our boarders got well and truly into the spooky spirit, showing off their pumpkin carving skills with some seriously creative designs! Swipe through to see some un-boo-liveable creations ➡️ #independentschool #boardingschool #boardinglife #creativedesign #pumpkincarving
Stallholder reveal: part two! 🎄 We promised more… and here they are! Say hello to the next wave of fabulous local businesses joining us for our Christmas Shopping Evening at Highfield. Coming along? Don’t forget to register for your free ticket via the link in our bio. @amyloucooks @adelesnaturalsoaps @naturally_ewe @ottoeditions @agapesophia_ @jagostribe @kim_walsh_handwoven @artby_annabarke @bluelobstercards @abceramics2024 @studionestandnook @littlebear.childrenswear @peacheskitchen26
There’s a particular sound a child makes when they find the right leaf. A little gasp. A “looook!” Then another, and another, until pockets at our Nature Crafting Holiday Club were bursting with leaves of all shapes and sizes. 🍂 Then came the magic! As the children looked closely at every curve and colour, pointy tips became ears, a pale edge a fluffy chin and suddenly a whole family of woodland creatures were looking back at them! A beautiful example of individuality. Don’t you just love them?
There’s a particular sound a child makes when they find the right leaf. A little gasp. A “looook!” Then another, and another, until pockets at our Nature Crafting Holiday Club were bursting with leaves of all shapes and sizes. 🍂 Then came the magic! As the children looked closely at every curve and colour, pointy tips became ears, a pale edge a fluffy chin and suddenly a whole family of woodland creatures were looking back at them! A beautiful example of individuality. Don’t you just love them? #independentschool #holidayclub #naturecraft #creativeart #halfterm
One of the missions today at our Football Holiday Club was a game called Battleships. Knock down all of your own cones as fast as you can to win! Our young players were getting so close, but those last few cones were tricky! They had to figure out a new angle, a different foot or a softer touch. That’s creativity! When Plan A doesn’t work, you invent Plan B… and sometimes Plan C, D, E and F! #independentschool #holidayactivityclub #halfterm #creativethinking #schoolholidays
One of the missions today at our Football Holiday Club was a game called Battleships. Knock down all of your own cones as fast as you can to win! Our young players were getting so close, but those last few cones were tricky! They had to figure out a new angle, a different foot or a softer touch. That’s creativity! When Plan A doesn’t work, you invent Plan B… and sometimes Plan C, D, E and F! #independentschool #holidayactivityclub #halfterm #creativethinking #schoolholidays
“I am absolutely convinced that having the right assessment model in place in your school will encourage child-centred development and progress in their learning.” Following on from yesterday’s blog, Deputy Head (Academic), Ian Nicholas, has been sharing his vision for assessment where creativity and rigour go hand in hand, this time on the @iapsuk podcast. 🎧 Hear the full conversation via the link in our bio. #independentschool #assessment #projectbasedlearning #educationpodcast #creativity #iaps #futureofeducation
“Creativity and rigour are not rivals.” What happens when pupils choose their own big questions and are assessed on the journey, not a single exam? After three years of the ISEB Project Qualification, our Deputy Head (Academic), Ian Nicholas, has seen first-hand how it drives our Year 8s to dig deeper into their research, building the intellectual curiosity and resilience behind their results. Discover why Ian believes it’s time to rethink assessment 👇
“Creativity and rigour are not rivals.” What happens when pupils choose their own big questions and are assessed on the journey, not a single exam? After three years of the ISEB Project Qualification, our Deputy Head (Academic), Ian Nicholas, has seen first-hand how it drives our Year 8s to dig deeper into their research, building the intellectual curiosity and resilience behind their results. 🔗Discover why Ian believes it’s time to rethink assessment. Link in bio.
Good leaders know it’s ok to ask for help, and our Cooking Club chefs proved it this week! Yesterday’s session had a Halloween twist, with pizza mummies on the menu. Working with pastry takes precision and plenty of patience, especially with warm little hands! The amazing Sophie showed the children how to cut and lay the strips, then it was over to them. When a mummy started to unravel, they weren’t afraid to ask for help. And once they’d got it sorted, they were straight over to help a friend get theirs wrapped up too! Today it’s pastry, but one day that same confidence to ask and willingness to help will make them brilliant team leaders! 💪 #independentschool #prepschool #cookingclub #halloweencooking #leadingtheway Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Prep school Liphook | Independent school Hampshire | Private school Hampshire | Co-ed prep school | Schools near Haslemere | Schools near Petersfield | Schools near Farnham | Prep school Surrey Hampshire border | After school clubs | Extracurricular activities | Cooking for kids | Highfield School Liphook
Guess who popped in unannounced, mid-lunch for 400 children, with visiting musicians in, and our Head Chef away? The food hygiene inspector! And the verdict? Five stars again! ⭐ That makes ten consecutive years of five-star inspections for our catering team. It’s no surprise to us. Behind every meal is a team who deeply care about what our children eat. As one parent put it: “Our children have undoubtedly become more adventurous and confident eaters since joining Highfield.” A HUGE thank you to Catering Manager Marco and the whole team. We’re so fortunate to sit down to a delicious lunch made by you every day! Read the full story 👇
The stallholder reveal starts here! 🎄👀 We’ve been keeping some lovely local businesses under wraps… and it’s time to introduce them! Here’s a first look at who’s joining us for our Christmas Shopping Evening at Highfield. With gorgeous gifts to discover under one roof, your Christmas wish list might be about to get a little longer… And this isn’t everyone! Keep an eye out for more stallholder reveals soon. Planning to join us? Register your attendance here: https://highfieldschool.com/christmas-shopping-evening/
The stallholder reveal starts here! 🎄👀 We’ve been keeping some lovely local businesses under wraps… and it’s time to introduce them! Here’s a first look at who’s joining us for our Christmas Shopping Evening at Highfield. With gorgeous gifts to discover under one roof, your Christmas wish list might be about to get a little longer… And this isn’t everyone! Keep an eye out for more stallholder reveals soon. Planning to join us? Register your attendance via the link in our bio. #highfieldschool #christmasshopping #supportlocalbusiness #community #christmasgifts @onedotworld @littlefishsushiinthesticks @pinkcityco @nobleandstace @oarsum_ @tamra_uk @candoverbrook @willinghurstestate @honeydotdesigns @luxumbra_candles @winterfoldco @weareelodie @jbpostcards @tisanjewellery
Last Friday afternoon the hall was buzzing as our pupils gathered for this year’s Poetry Recital Competition! One by one they took to the stage, delivering everything from giggle-worthy to goosebump-inducing performances. Anyone who was there will agree there was plenty of leadership on show, from the pupils cheering each other on to the bravery it takes to stand up in front of the whole room. A huge thank you to our judge, Kate Chesworth. Kate has performed at some of the country’s leading regional venues as well as in the West End, and now shares her experience with students as a Drama and LAMDA teacher at Thomas’s Fulham. With so much talent on show, Kate had a very tough decision to make, but in the end the trophy went to Year 8 student… OLLIE! 🏆 Huge congratulations to Ollie and to all our other wonderful performers!
Before they can lead others, our Nursery children are learning to believe in themselves! 💪 In gymnastics with Mr Rodriguez and Mr Underwood, a wobbly first try turns into “let me try again!”, and that perseverance is how they discover they can do more on their own. One day, that same belief will help them encourage others to keep going too. #independentschool #nursery #earlyyears #leadership #leadingtheway Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Nursery Liphook | Nursery Hampshire | Highfield School
“I am absolutely convinced that having the right assessment model in place in your school will encourage child-centred development and progress in their learning.” Our Deputy Head (Academic), Ian Nicholas, was invited to discuss project-based learning and assessment on The IAPS Podcast, exploring how we can help children become more independent and take greater ownership of their learning. Listen to the full episode below. Spotify 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ed3iAdfA Apple Podcasts 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eKqa4RR2
Ever wondered what makes a truly independent, family-owned school feel so different? 💛 Come and see for yourself at our Open Morning next month. Wander through our stunning 175 acres in the South Downs, say hello to our wonderful pupils and teachers, and get a real feel for life here. Whether your little one is 2 or 13, day or boarding, there’s a place for them here! 📅 Friday 20th November 🔗 Book your place via the link in our bio. One story. One purpose. One Highfield. #independentschool #highfieldschool #liphookschool #openmorning #hampshire
Half term already?! 🍂 What a whirlwind! Looking back on these busy weeks, our Head, Suzannah, has been reflecting on the moments that have stayed with her the most. Again and again, they came back to leadership: our pupils stepping up, from Reception children proudly giving tours of Early Years to Year 8s showing a visiting head around Highfield. #independentschool #highfieldschool #leadership #workingtogether #autumnterm Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Pre prep Hampshire | Independent school Surrey | Highfield School
Half term already?! 🍂 What a whirlwind! Looking back on these busy weeks, our Head, Suzannah, has been reflecting on the moments that have stayed with her the most. Again and again, they came back to leadership: our pupils stepping up, from Reception children proudly giving tours of Early Years to Year 8s showing a visiting head around Highfield. #independentschool #highfieldschool #leadership #workingtogether #autumnterm Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Pre prep Hampshire | Independent school Surrey | Highfield School
More than £12,000 raised for @liphook.foodbank in five years! Last week, we welcomed Glynis Blake, chair of trustees for the food bank, to our Harvest Festival assembly. She helped our children understand how their donations make a difference to the 80 local families the food bank supports. A BIG thank you to our school community for your continued generosity! 🔗We’ve written more about Glynis’s visit and our ongoing support for the food bank in our latest press release – link in bio. #independentschool #highfieldschool #leadership #outreach #schoolcommunity Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Pre prep school Hampshire | Independent school Surrey | Highfield School
More than £12,000 raised for Liphook Food Bank in five years! Last week, we welcomed Glynis Blake, chair of trustees for the food bank, to our Harvest Festival assembly. She helped our children understand how their donations make a difference to the 80 local families the food bank supports. A BIG thank you to our school community for your continued generosity! We’ve written more about Glynis’s visit and our ongoing support for the food bank in our latest press release. 👇
A change of tactics for our U9 boys at last week’s tournament! ⚽ Our Director of Sport, Mr Bather, explains: “Our U9 boys had to rethink their tactics and move into different positions to support the team. They had to work out where they could be most useful, rather than just where they were used to playing. Although it wasn’t the result we’d hoped for, it was a pleasure to play against such strong teams. I’m very proud of how the boys came together and were willing to try something different for the team!” #independentschool #highfieldschool #problemsolving #teamtactics #prepschool #schoolsport Independent school Liphook | Prep school Hampshire | Independent school Surrey | Highfield School