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Senior School OPEN DAY GUIDE
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A warm welcome
From Mr Robert Sykes Headmaster
Our purpose at Habs is to ensure that every student who comes through our school is empowered to be able to make a profound impact in the world. We want all our students to have the capacity to lead and to make a positive difference, whether that be by driving positive change in society, or simply by being a good person who makes a difference to those around them.
We are an academically ambitious school. Students at Habs can expect to be challenged above and beyond any exam curriculum. We encourage students to think hard and we nurture intellectual curiosity, all of which enables students not just to excel in exams and achieve their higher education goals, but also to develop an enduring love of learning.
We develop students’ personal skills and attributes. Through our exciting curriculum and our outstanding range of co-curricular and partnership opportunities, students develop character, independence, creativity, teamwork and the ability to communicate and motivate others. We value every individual for who they are and support our students to find happiness.
We encourage students to take responsibility and ownership. Students have opportunities to lead, in Sports, Music, the Arts, CCF, through our partnership initiatives, and in many other ways, helping them to recognise the part that they can play to make our community even stronger and more cohesive, whilst having fun along the way.
By enabling students to achieve the highest academic outcomes, to grow personally, and to invest in our community, we can be sure that they will leave us fully equipped to make their own profound impact in the world.
Our values
We are Habs because of our students and staff, our campus location and our desire for progress. Our roots lie firmly in our philanthropic founding principles and, with our deep sense of purpose in our community, we want to attract and retain talent who want to make a meaningful difference to the world.
Ambition Curiosity
We are bold and ambitious –for ourselves, for others and for the world.
This is underpinned by our altruistic and philanthropic foundation, which drives our values and behaviours. We expect everyone to give of their best, to stretch boundaries, and to challenge the status quo. We believe that ambition can be limitless. When combined with courage, curiosity and community, ambition can be a selfless and powerful lever for change.
We create and use every opportunity to engage with the world around us; we ask questions, challenge assumptions and express our ideas.
Alongside our academic interests and skills, we love to exercise our imaginations, creativity and spirituality. Our broad and carefully curated curriculum leads us into experiences of awe and wonder – bringing a sense of magic and excitement to learning.
Courage Community
Exploring beyond our comfort zones enables us to become more self-aware, adventurous, resilient and independent.
We aim high, following our dreams but we cope well if we do not always succeed. We understand how to balance humility and boldness when speaking out on behalf of ourselves and others and we are unflinching problem-solvers, continually seeking to change the world for the better.
Habs is one caring, respectful community on one fabulous campus.
Beyond our students and staff, this sense of collaborative togetherness extends to our families, alumni, partner schools, the Haberdashers’ Company and schools and even the world. Our focus is on belonging, inclusivity and celebrating our differences. We are learning from and working with wider communities – locally, nationally and globally. We bring the world to our door, but we also step through that door into the wider world.
Admissions deadlines
11+
THURSDAY 7 NOVEMBER
Registration and scholarships deadline
FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER
Bursary application deadline
13+
THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER
Registration and scholarships deadline
THURSDAY 12 DECEMBER
Bursary application deadline
16+
FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER
Registration and scholarship deadline
TUESDAY 5 NOVEMBER
Bursary application deadline
For more information visit our website or kindly use the QR code.
If you would like to apply for a scholarship we recommend you attend our scholarship evening on 14 October. Book on our website.
Our scholarship booklet can be found on our website.
Scholarship Programme
Senior School open day schedule
On arrival, you will be guided to a welcome desk near Aldenham House where you can register. Your tour will be led by Habs students.
2.15pm
Senior School subject locations
BUILDING
Art and Design Technology
Aske
Astro 1
SUBJECT
(ROOM)
Art (Art and Design Technology building, rooms AR2 & AR3)
Design and Technology (Art and Design Technology building, rooms DT1, DT2 & DT3)
Academic Support (Aske Hall)
Biology (Aske building, room S22)
Chemistry (Aske building, room S11 & S12)
Geography (Aske building, room G11)
Pastoral Hub (Aske Hall)
Physics (Aske building, room S04)
DEMONSTRATIONS
Atelier Bingo collage workshop
VEX Robotics build area and Greenpower teams working on the car
Ongoing activities
Ongoing demonstrations
Ongoing demonstrations and hands-on activities
Map jigsaws and digging for fossils
Ongoing opportunities to speak to the Pastoral team
Ongoing equipment demonstrations
Football Afternoon Hockey Morning
Computer Science
Bourne
Ongoing activities
Headmaster’s welcome (Bourne Hall) 10am, 12.30pm, 2.15pm
History (Bourne building, room B03)
Girls’ School Politics
Ongoing historical decision making activities
Politics debate held in Girls’ School (room 207) 10am-11am
BUILDING
Medburn
SUBJECT (ROOM)
DEMONSTRATIONS
Badminton Afternoon
Climbing Morning
Cricket Morning and afternoon
Outdoor activities Ongoing activities
Squash Morning
Table Tennis
Morning and afternoon
Water Polo Morning and afternoon
Marquee
Quad
Seldon
Meet and greet with Executive Principal
Taylor
Co-curricular
Music (various)
Classics (Taylor building, room T003)
Drama (Taylor building, Lime Tree Studios and Green Room)
Economics (Taylor building, room T104)
English (Taylor building, room T113)
Maths (Taylor building, room T111 & T112)
Modern Foreign Languages (Taylor building, outside room T109)
Theology and Philosophy (Taylor building, room T212)
The Executive Principal of the Habs Elstree Schools, Mr Gus Lock, will be in the marquee for an informal meet and greet between 10.30am-11am and 2pm-2.30pm
Ongoing activities
Scholars recital in Seldon Hall at 9.30am, 12pm and 1.30pm
Ongoing student Classics discussions
Senior School play rehearsals 9.30am-1pm
Ongoing activities
Ongoing interactive reading activities
Ongoing activities
Ongoing games and activities
Various stalls exploring important philosophical questions
ASKE BUILDING
You will find:
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Geography
THE ASKE HALL
You will find:
• Pastoral Hub
• Academic Support
PREP SCHOOL
You will find:
• Forest School
• First floor Library
• DT and Art
• Ground floor Humanities
• Ground floor Science
• Hall - Music, Presentations
• First floor Maths
• First floor Languages
• First floor Computing Suite
SELDON MUSIC HALL
This is our Music Hub. You will find details of all our music activities here.
QUAD
You will find:
• Co-curricular including VEX Robotics
ASTRO 1
MEDBURN CENTRE
This is our Sports Hub. You will find:
• Sports
• Outdoor education
• Duke of Edinburgh
TAYLOR BUILDING
You will find:
• English
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Theology and Philosophy
• Drama
• Classics
• Maths
• Economics
THE MARQUEE
You will find:
• Admissions
• Transport
• Joint co-curricular
• Scholarships
• Catering
• Habs Elstree Schools
Foundation Team
• CCF
• Finance
• Partnerships
• Teacher training
• Habs Diploma
PRE-PREP
You will find:
• Reception classrooms
ART AND DESIGN
TECHNOLOGY
You will find:
• Art
• Photography, Textiles and Graphic Design
• Robotics
• Formula 1 in Schools
• Greenpower
• Engineering
THE BOURNE
• Headmaster’s welcome
• History
• Computer Science
• Parent Guild (Bourne Foyer)
Upstairs in the Library
• University destinations
• Careers
• Dawson project
• Archives
• Occasional papers and staff publications
You will find: • Classics
STEM CENTRE
You will find:
• Habs Innovation Centre
• Science Terrace
• Computing
THE MARQUEE
You will find:
• Admissions
• Transport
• Joint co-curricular
• Scholarships
• Catering
• Habs Elstree Schools Foundation Team
• CCF
• Finance
• Partnerships
• Teacher training
• Habs Diploma
MAIN BUILDINGS
You will find:
• Biology (C Block)
• Chemistry (C Block)
• Drama (C Block)
• English (D Block)
• Geography (A Block)
• History (A Block)
• Library (D Block)
• Maths (A Block)
• Physics (C Block)
• Politics (A Block)
• PSHE (A Block)
• Religion and Philosophy (D Block)
• Languages (D Block)
• VEX Robotics (A Block)
Girls’ School parking via Girls’ School entrance
CLASSROOMS
ART AND MUSIC
You will find:
• Art Department
• Music Department
• Live music demonstrations
THE BOULEVARD
You will find:
• Co-curricular
• Sport
• Outdoor Education
• Duke of Edinburgh
THE VESTIBULE: PASTORAL HUB
You will find:
• Heads of Section
• Heads of Year
• School Counsellor
• Individual Needs
• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
THE MEZZANINE
You will find:
• Sixth Form
• University destinations
• Careers
• Psychology
• Design and Technology (Ground floor)
THE LECTURE THEATRE FOYER
You will find:
• Archive: 150 years of Habs Girls
PREVETT HALL
You will find:
Headmistress’ Presentation
The St Catherine’s Parents’ Guild
Prep School subject locations
BUILDING
Prep
Pre-Prep
Outside
SUBJECT (ROOM)
First floor Computing
First floor Library
DT and Art
Ground floor Humanities
Ground floor Science
Hall - Music, presentations
First floor Maths
First floor Computer Suite
First floor Languages
Reception classrooms
Hall - refreshments
Games on playground
Forest School
Admissions deadlines
Application
deadlines:
4+ FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER
7+ FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER
For more information visit our website or kindly use this QR code.
Prep School open day schedule
On arrival, you will be guided to a welcome desk where you can register. Your tour will be led by Habs students.
WHERE WHEN
Tours begin
Outside the Prep School
Tours are every half hour from 9am to 1pm
Head of Prep School speech Prep Hall 9.30am 11am 12pm 1.30pm
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A warm welcome
From Mrs Michelle Best Head of Prep and Pre-Prep School
At Habs Boys Prep and Pre-Prep School, we believe in the incredible potential of every child. Our mission is to empower students not just academically, but also socially and emotionally, fostering a deep sense of purpose. Through a vibrant curriculum and a nurturing environment, we aim to equip pupils with the skills and confidence they need to make a profound impact in the world.
As you explore our vibrant community during Open Day, you will discover how our values of ambition, courage, curiosity, and community shape every aspect of life at our school.
Our dedicated team of teaching staff are committed to providing an engaging and inspiring learning experience. We focus on fostering creativity, critical thinking and collaboration, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported. Our diverse co-curricular activities further enhance personal growth, encouraging boys to explore their passions and develop leadership skills that will serve them well in the future.
At Habs, we understand that education is about more than just knowledge - it is about character. Our pastoral care program instils values of kindness, resilience and respect, preparing our pupils to be compassionate leaders in their communities. Our strong emphasis on social responsibility encourages pupils to engage with global issues and to strive for positive change.
We invite you to join us on this journey of empowerment and discovery. Come and see how Habs Boys Prep and PrePrep School can inspire your child to reach their fullest potential and make a profound impact in the world.
Best of both worlds
Prep School OPEN DAY GUIDE