Young Human Rights Reporter of the Year

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:31:13 PST

At a prestigious ceremony at the headquarters of Amnesty International, Alice Woodhouse was named winner of the Sixth Form category for Young Human Rights Reporter of the Year. This is a tremendous achievement as the competition attracted over 3000 participants from all over the United Kingdom.

Summer Concert

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:00:10 PST

On Wednesday 2 May we were treated to the Senior Summer Concert in the Guy Nelson Hall. This is always an event tinged with some sadness as it the last formal performance for Year 13. Director of Music, Matthew Smallwood said, “The concert is a tribute to the exceptional standard of musical talent we have at King’s High”.

2012 London Reunion Great Success

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:21:24 PST

Over 60 Old Girls attended the King’s High School Alumnae London Reunion 2012, making it the most successful ever London Reunion.

Best Company Award for Cheers!

Tue, 08 May 2012 11:19:55 PST

Young Enterprise company, Cheers!, have consolidated their win at the Central Warwickshire Finals by taking the Best Company Award at the Coventry & Warwickshire Young Enterprise Awards Evening held on Thursday 3 May. The judges were very impressed with their idea of producing drink-awareness mats, and thought it had great potential. The money for their business comes from advertising space sold on the reverse side of the safety message. The beer mats have already been distributed to around 25 pubs and restaurants in Warwickshire and their ultimate goal is to distribute nationwide.

Duke of Edinburgh Expedition

Wed, 02 May 2012 11:20:17 PST

Fifty pupils and seven members of staff braved the elements in the Peak District at the end of the Easter Holidays for their Silver practice Duke of Edinburgh Expedition. This involved walking 40km in over three days carrying 15kg rucksacks and spending two nights out camping. Despite very exacting weather conditions such as snow and sleet, the girls rose to the challenge and successfully completed the trip.

Sporting Awards

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:52:07 PST

From left to right: Bryan Steele, Mrs Surber and Natasha Iredale.

On Friday 30 April, King’s High celebrated their sporting achievements at the Annual Sports Award Evening. Guest of Honour was 4 time Olympian Bryan Steele. Bryan was a track cyclist and has won 3 Olympic Bronze and 1 Olympic Silver medal. He has also competed in 14 World Championship and 3 Commonwealth Games.

ISI Documents

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:53:03 PST

Please click on title to download the following documents:

Admissions Policy

Anti Bullying Policy

Ballet Trip Risk Assessment

Behaviour Policy

Child Protection Policy

Complaints Policy

Copy of Central Register with numbers

Curriculum Policy

Disability Development Plan

Early Morning Cleaning Risk Assessment

Expulsion, Removal and Review Policy

Fire Assessment in King's High Dining Hall

Fire Policy

Health and Safety First Aid

Health and Safety Fire Prevention Policy

Health and Safety Policy

Health and Safety Trips

PHSE Overview and Schemes of Work

Policy on English as an Additional Language

Risk Assessments

Supervision Policy FO Overview

Supervision of Pupils

Supervision Policy

Expedition to Morocco

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:15:58 PST

‘The best experience of my life’ was the verdict of one of the girls at the end of the expedition to Morocco this April. Seventeen geographers from Years 10 to 12 travelled to Marrakech to embrace a new culture and see first-hand some of the issues studied in the GCSE and A level Geography courses.

Snowboarding in America

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 PST

Pupils enjoyed an exhilarating snowboarding trip over the Easter Holidays in Loon, New Hampshire. Pupils (from King’s High and Warwick School) were able to put their snowboarding skills to the test on the slopes of Loon Mountain amidst breath-taking scenery.

Diamond Jubilee Concert

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:18:27 PST

On Tuesday 27 March pupils from King’s High and Warwick School performed a concert in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee. They were also joined by the parents and friends choir, Canticum.

Southern Charm and Political Genius

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:54:03 PST

Mr Engskov with Politics students and teachers - Mrs Wellman and Miss Carney

Year 13 Politics students were privileged to be visited by Mr Kris Engskov on Friday 23 March. Mr Engskov, currently Managing Director of Starbucks UK & Ireland, was President Bill Clinton's personal aide, or "body man" from 1997 to 2000. Mr Engskov kindly gave up over two hours of his time to speak to the students about life in the West Wing and his working relationship with President Clinton. Mr Engskov spoke about the political and personal pressure of the demands on the President and the First Lady and then answered questions on the current Primary Campaign, the legacy of Presidents, political funding and whether in his opinion, Hilary Clinton would run for the 2016 Democratic Nomination.

Wainhouse Award Winners

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:40:37 PST

Prize winners (from left to right): Imogen, Amélie, Lily and Sarah

The Modern Languages Department is delighted to announce that four of our Sixth Formers were awarded prizes in this year’s Wainhouse Award, a prestigious French essay writing competition for A Level students. Amélie Harban won Second Prize in the A2 category and Imogen Hamilton, Lily Walwyn and Sarah Williams were all awarded book prizes for their entries. The prizes were awarded in a special ceremony held on 25 March by Mrs Wainhouse MBE and the French Consul for Great Britain.

Outstanding LAMDA Results

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:10:10 PST

Taken at the recent LAMDA Evening

Congratulations to our LAMDA pupils who have attained outstanding exam results again this year with a 100% pass rate including 38 distinctions and 28 merits. Two pupils achieved over 90% in Acting and in Public Speaking which is a tremendous achievement.

The exam options available to LAMDA pupils such as Solo Acting, Public Speaking and Duologues, allow the girls to develop areas of interest whilst enhancing their self-confidence and self-esteem. Mrs Sue Marshall, LAMDA teacher, commented “It is wonderful to experience the pupils going through the eye of the needle, particularly in Public Speaking, where they gain the confidence to share their opinions and thoughts with different target audiences. This can really help them to develop their communication skills, for now and for the future.”

Spring 2012 Newsletter

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:58:55 PST

Please click here to download the Spring 2012 newsletter

Winter 2011 Newsletter

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:01:14 PST

Please click here to download the Winter 2011 newsletter

Jazz Evening

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:33:08 PST

There was a great atmosphere in the School Hall on Wednesday 21 March as staff, governors, parents and friends of the school gathered for an evening of Jazz. Mr Smallwood (Director of Music) welcomed guests and promised a "veritable feast of music styles" for the audience. The pupils put on a wonderful performance and it was a thoroughly enjoyable evening for all.

Winning Entry for Mother's Day Card

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:49:57 PST

Alice Chandler (Year 9) has won the Mother's Day Card competition run by local business Card Town. On Friday 9 March, she was presented with copy of her finished design together with a Nintendo 3DS and £250 cheque for the King's High Art Department . Alice's design was inspired by her Mother's generosity, "My mum would always give me the biggest slice of something, or the final piece, and that is something I've always loved".

If you have not already got your mother a card there is still time! Follow this link for the King’s High winning card http://www.cardtown.com/personalised-cards/mothers-day/modern/11302/Card-Town--Mothers-Day-Competition-Winner--Personalised-Mothers-Day-Modern-Cards

From left to right: Alice, Mrs Ashby (Art Teacher) and Sarah Brockhurst from Card Town.

Dance Concert

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:52:28 PST

Pupils delighted the audience with a wonderful display of dance at their annual concert on Thursday 8 March. The high standard of their performance was testimony to the tremendous hard work put in by the girls and their teachers - Sara Higgins, Genevieve Ollerearnshaw and Liz England. The programme included an impressive range of dance from hip hop to theatrical pieces and demonstrated the skills they have been developing in class.

OGA Lunch 2012

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:44:33 PST

The Old Girls’ Association Annual Alumnae Lunch and AGM was held on Saturday 10th March in school where the headmistress and OGA president, Mrs. Elizabeth Surber, welcomed guest speaker and former head of English Miss Mary Clark,

2012 Personal Achievement Awards amounting to £4,500

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:55:07 PST

Twenty-four King’s High girls have received awards of up to £300 in this year’s Personal Achievement Awards. The scheme, run by KHAPS, encourages King’s girls to pursue their out-of-school interests, passions and ambitions. Girls can apply for an award to help fund the cost of an activity or project that they will find personally rewarding and enriching.

The supported projects are diverse and interesting, and range from volunteering in a childrens’ refuge in Mexico, to rearing rescued battery hens, to taking part in a politics and debating summer school. Full details are available on the pupils’ and parents’ portals.

Congratulations to all our award winners.