School News

New Head takes up the reins at Hanford Prep

Oscar Morris

1st May 2026

The Governors of Sherborne Schools Group are delighted to announce that Sophie Blewitt has been appointed as the next Head of Hanford Prep. Sophie brings considerable experience of leadership within…

Eastbourne College Pupils Recognised for Excellence in Arts and Engineering

Lily Boyden

1st May 2026

Eastbourne College is proud to celebrate national recognition for two current pupils, reflecting the school’s strength across both creative and technical disciplines. Eastbourne College is proud to celebrate national recognition…

Old Blundellian Demelza Short Makes Senior Red Roses Debut and Signs New Bristol Bears Contract

Lily Boyden

1st May 2026

Blundell’s School is celebrating the outstanding success of former pupil and former Head Girl Demelza Short, who has earned her first senior cap for the England Rugby and signed a…

Loughborough Grammar School pupils strike the winning formula in Perse Coding Challenge

Oscar Morris

29th April 2026

Two Loughborough Grammar School pupils have won the Perse Coding Team Challenge, a national competition, claiming the top title in the Selective Schools and Clubs category with a winning score…

MARKING SEVENTY YEARS FOR GORDONSTOUN PIPERS AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD

Oscar Morris

29th April 2026

Gordonstoun’s Pipe Band today welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh to the school to formally unveil a new Pipe Banner emblazoned with The Duke of Edinburgh’s badge.  …

The Power of Oracy: Why Giving Every Child a Voice Matters Now More Than Ever

Geri Pick

27th April 2026

The Government’s announcement that oracy will become a core part of the National Curriculum from 2028 signals a major shift in education. For many schools, it represents a new direction….

Tiverton Pupil Selected for UK Physics Team to Compete at International Olympiad

Geri Pick

27th April 2026

A Sixth Form pupil from Blundell’s School in Tiverton has been selected as one of only five students in the UK to represent the country at the International Physics Olympiad…

Brentwood School Shortlisted Twice in Tes Awards 2026

Geri Pick

24th April 2026

Brentwood School has been shortlisted in two major categories for this year’s Tes Schools Awards. Following a record-breaking year for nominations, the school has been recognised for its leadership and…

Richard Huish College Dragons’ Den 2026 – Showcasing the Future of Entrepreneurship

Geri Pick

24th April 2026

Huish, in partnership with Taunton Chamber of Commerce, proudly hosted its 2026 Dragons’ Den competition on Thursday 23rd of April. This year’s event, the largest ever, saw 24 ambitious teams…

St George’s Schools join forces on their saint’s day to create new co-educational school across their two sites

Geri Pick

24th April 2026

This St George’s Day marked an important milestone for St George’s School Ascot and nearby St George’s School Windsor Castle, as they announce plans to come together and create a…