“Where children flourish in confidence, creativity, and care.”
St Hilda’s is unique in character and appeal and a special place to educate your child. I am delighted to welcome you to our website, which offers a broad flavour of all that takes place in our busy and vibrant School.
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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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When we speak about the family feel that makes St Hilda’s so special, it’s not simply something we say - it’s something that has been lived across generations.
In this photograph are three members of one family whose story is deeply woven into the fabric of the school. From Mary Piachaud, Headmistress from 1986 to 2002 and daughter of Colonel and Mrs Hutchinson, who purchased St Hilda’s in 1950; to her daughter, Emily Halliday, former pupil, current Head of PE, and now proudly taking on proprietorship; to the next generation, currently making her own memories here as a pupil.
There is something rather special about a place where the same corridors, classrooms and even banisters - once slid down by Mrs Halliday as a child! - hold decades of shared history.
This is what makes St Hilda’s so unique. Not just a sense of community, but a genuine continuity of connection and belonging.
A school that truly feels like home.
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Just before the Easter break, and as part of their `Future Careers Day`, Form I loved meeting Paramedic Jen, who shared what it’s really like to work on the frontline of emergency care.
Jen - who is in her last year training to be a paramedic - gave a fascinating insight into what her job entails, from answering emergency calls and prioritising patients to carrying out vital checks like heart rate and blood pressure. The girls were full of questions and curiosity as they learned how paramedics help people in urgent situations and make quick, life-saving decisions.
A huge thank you to Jen for such an inspiring insight. We think there may be a few Form I paramedics in the making after your visit!
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As we celebrate Easter — a season of hope, renewal and joy — we are reminded of all things bright and beautiful in our world.
Wishing our St Hilda’s community a peaceful and blessed Easter, with a touch of Easter bunny magic too!
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On a sunny Spring day at the end of term, Form VI experienced a powerful glimpse into life as WWII evacuees with a day full of hands-on activities that brought history vividly to life.
From the sound of an air raid siren to exploring real wartime artefacts, the girls began the day by looking at what it meant to live through those uncertain times.
They then took on varied roles — from wardens to injured civilians — to practice stretcher drills and bandaging, showing both teamwork and care.
Outside, the challenge continued as they tackled ARP duties, working together to put out incendiary bombs, carry sandbags and keep their surroundings safe.
It was a truly immersive day of learning and discovery, giving the girls a deeper understanding of resilience, responsibility and life on the Home Front.
#WW2 #historylovers #historylesson #bringinglearningtolife #year6
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This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in promoting St Hilda’s, supporting our admissions process, strengthening pupil recruitment, and enhancing our external profile.
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At the close of the Spring Term, we’re taking the time to celebrate some of the moments that don`t always get a spotlight but which are such an important part of life at St Hilda’s.
From Easter bonnet creations and pancake races, to letters posted with love and the joy of choosing a new book to take home, these are the experiences that quietly shape our days.
They may be the quieter moments, but they are no less meaningful, each one adding to the rich tapestry of school life.
🎀 Creative flair at our Easter bonnet competition.
🥞 Puffins (Pre-Nursery) annual pancake race.
📚 Discovering new reads at the Book Fair.
💌 Kittiwakes (Nursery) posting letters to someone special.
✈️ Learning beyond the classroom.
📖 Choosing new favourites at the FoSH book exchange.
☀️ Celebrating stories in the sunshine on World Book Day.
🐣 Nursery & Form V buddies enjoying park adventures and an Easter egg hunt.
🎶 Confidence shining in our class concerts.
🏐 A spirited Form VI v. parents netball finale.
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