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Wellbeing
The wellbeing of all children, staff and parents at St Hilda’s is our first priority. Everyone has responsibility for others’ wellbeing, and we endeavour to continue the “family feel” that has run through St Hilda’s for over 100 years.
Extra Curricular
St. Hilda’s offers a wide range of Extra-Curricular Activities which seek to cater for a range of interests and abilities. There is something on offer for everyone.
Safeguarding
At St. Hilda’s School, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a responsibility we all share. We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Outdoor Learning
At St. Hilda’s, Forest School is a child-centred learning programme that aims to promote holistic development, fostering resilient, confident, independent, and creative learners.
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There was a real sense of joy in the air today as we welcomed the girls back to school after the half term break. The corridors were once again filled with chatter, laughter and familiar faces — and the classrooms full of purpose and curiosity.
In true St Hilda`s style, the girls have hit the ground running (quite literally in the case of Form VI, who completed their 3rd Run to the Park today), and the week ahead promises to be busy and productive, with senior school entrance exams, netball and football fixtures, a parents forum and our annual Remembrance assembly amongst the many activities taking place.
It is set to be a week that perfectly captures life here at St Hilda`s School: energetic, engaging, reflective and full of opportunity. We are so pleased to have the girls back, and look forward to all that this half term will bring.
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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No… it’s Form II having an amazing Superhero Day! 🦸♀️
The girls arrived in costumes before spending the day solving challenges that called for creativity, teamwork and determination. They explored what really makes a superhero — deciding that kindness, resilience, thoughtfulness and positivity are the greatest superpowers of all.
From designing capes for their superhero sidekicks, to tackling maths puzzles, French fun and PE team missions, the girls embraced every task with courage and smiles. Their final challenge? A daring rescue mission using straws and tape — and they proved that, with trial, error and a positive mindset, anything is possible.
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A warm welcome is of the utmost importance — as Mr Nick showed our girls and their families every morning at the school gates — but so, too, is a good goodbye.
On the last day of half term, we bid farewell to Mr Nick, our wonderful caretaker, who has been a friendly face and helping hand to us all since 2017. We said goodbye — and thank you — in true St Hilda’s School style: with handmade cards from every year group, thoughtful gifts from staff and parents, three cheers from the whole school community led by the Head and Deputy Head Girls — and even a full Form I of Mr Nicks!
Thank you, Mr Nick, for everything you’ve done for our school community. You’ll be greatly missed.
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Half term may be fast approaching, but there has been no let up in sporting fixtures - or sporting successes!
💦 In the pool, our swim squad competed admirably at the @isaschools London North gala, with several standout performances. Imogen achieved gold medals in the year 6 backstroke and butterfly, and will now compete in the National Swimming Finals at the Olympic Pool in Stratford, where she has also been selected for the individual medley. Sophia got a bronze medal in the year 5 backstroke, and several girls finished 4th and 5th in their events out of 16 competitors.
🏃♀️ In cross country, Lizzie placed an impressive 6th in the ISA London North event, and will now run at the National Cross Country event in the Spring Term.
🏐 In netball, our teams continue to train and perform strongly, with our U10A team winning against STAHS U10As, and our U11A team remaining unbeaten so far this season.
Well done to all our athletes for their hard work, determination and team spirit. ❤️💙🤍
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📚✨ National Poetry Day at St Hilda’s!
Our students have once again amazed us with their creativity, passion, and powerful words in this year’s Poetry Competition. 🎤🖋️
From heartfelt reflections to bold new voices, each poem captured the spirit of storytelling and imagination that makes St Hilda’s so special. 💫
Congratulations to all our talented poets — and a huge thank you to everyone who took part and shared their words with us! 💖
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📣 We’re Hiring: Deputy Headteacher at St Hilda`s
Are you a passionate leader ready to shape the next chapter of our school’s success? St Hilda`s is seeking a Deputy Headteacher to join our senior management team and help drive excellence across teaching, learning, and pastoral care.
For more information please see our website
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