LEH Junior School Prospectus

JUNIOR SCHOOL PROSPECTUS

Welcome to LEH Junior School

Welcome to LEH Junior School, a friendly, busy, and happy school, and a wonderful place for children to learn and grow. Our pupils’ love of learning is infectious and, supported by our experienced team of teachers and teaching assistants, they are encouraged to work hard, try their best and embrace all the exciting opportunities on offer – and there is plenty to enjoy! LEH Junior School offers a rich and diverse curriculum and an inspiring enrichment programme, with exciting opportunities designed to challenge and engage all our pupils.

We know that happiness is the key to success, and LEH Junior School provides a safe and nurturing environment where there is always someone to talk to and where the staff know and understand the needs of every child. In all aspects of school life, pupils learn how to make good choices, to show respect and compassion, and understand why a little kindness goes a long way.

On their journey through the Junior School and onwards to LEH Senior School, pupils grow up to be courageous and resilient learners who understand why making mistakes, getting things wrong, and tackling difficult and challenging activities are all important steps in the learning process. Rather than shying away from a challenge or a new experience, pupils prefer to throw themselves wholeheartedly into all aspects of school life whether in

the classroom, on stage, in musical performance, sports or in charity events and competitions. Sometimes the biggest challenge is deciding what to try next!

We are fortunate to have excellent facilities, including spacious, well-resourced classrooms, a much-loved library, reading room, Science lab, Art and Design Technology studio and computing suite.

When they are not busy in their classrooms, pupils enjoy making the most of our wonderful grounds, enjoying the freedom to play and learn outdoors. We also share some of the impressive facilities at the Senior School, including an activities studio, sports hall, netball courts, sports field, swimming pool and theatre, which are all conveniently just a short hop, skip and a jump over the bridge!

As Head of the Junior School, I consider it a real privilege to be part of such a remarkable school, working with a fantastic team of staff, supportive parents and happy children who, quite simply, love their school.

I look forward to welcoming you.

Paula Mortimer Head of LEH Junior School

“Junior school pupils are encouraged to face challenges, to strive to improve and to work things out for themselves.”

“Junior School pupils learn to understand themselves, to know their strengths and weaknesses and are thus well prepared for the next stage of their lives.”

challenges and friendships

We want LEH to be a place where girls and young women take risks and become bold; a place where they can discover their passions and talents. They can only do this in a culture where they feel safe, supported and respected by the entire school community.

That’s why we encourage our pupils to experiment and express opinions; why we give them the freedom to be exactly who they are, supported by strong role models and inspired by their peers.

In doing so, they build the skills they need to succeed throughout their lives. They stretch themselves to become their best, most confident selves - in school, at home and as citizens of the world.

“This is a school that constantly reminds pupils they can do anything if they put their minds to it.” Good Schools Guide

We’re proud to be one of the oldest girls’ schools in the UK

Our story began in 1710, when Lady Eleanor Holles, daughter of the second Earl of Clare, left instructions in her Will for a trust for our endowment as a Christian foundation.

We were first located in the Cripplegate Ward of the City of London (a plaque on one of the Barbican walkways marks the original site). We then went on to occupy other premises in the City until 1878, when we moved to Hackney. HRH Princess Alice, the then Duchess of Gloucester, opened our current purpose-built premises in Hampton in 1937.

Over the years, LEH has grown into a girls’ school of national standing; one that produces pupils who combine academic excellence with integrity, confidence, courage and conviction; students that exemplify the school motto, Spes Audacem Adjuvat (Hope Favours The Bold). Many of the virtues that we aim to develop in our pupils are reflected in the school coat of arms, below.

The Lady Eleanor Holles School Coat of Arms

Hand symbolises pledge of faith, sincerity and justice

Cloud symbolises mystery, obscured truth

Shield shape is Medieval

Holly symbolises truth, foresight and defence

Closed or tilted helm, used by medieval knights, also adopted by English esquires and gentlemen Furs on a shield suggest a mark of dignity

Castle symbolises spiritual strength and vigilance, as well as home and safety

“And I doe hereby constitute ordaine and appoint my said Cozen Mss. (Mistress) Anne Watson sole Executrix of this my last Will and Testament. And my will and mind is That after my said Executrix shall have paid and satisfyed all my Debts Legacies and funerall charges the Overplus of all my personall Estate shall be laid out by my said Executrix in such charitable uses as my said Executrix shall approve of and think fitt to dispose of the same ...”

Extract from Lady Eleanor Holles’ Will, December 1707, asking her executrix, Anne Watson, to use any ‘overplus’ from her Will for charitable purposes.

Eleanor’s father, John Holles, 2nd Earl of Clare

Eleanor’s mother, Elizabeth Vere, Countess of Clare

Eleanor’s executrix, Anne Watson

Balancing mind, body and spirit

We strive to provide a nurturing environment in which our pupils are happy, well-adjusted and fulfilled. That’s why we’re here with her through every success and failure, the highs and the lows.

Making time to listen to pupils as well as time for pupils to talk are an important part of our daily and weekly routine. The friendly face of a form teacher greets every pupil as they go into their class every morning to start their day together. Our quick wellbeing surveys each Monday morning are a useful way for teachers to check how everyone is feeling and whether they would welcome an opportunity to chat. Our Wellbeing Wednesday form times, designed in partnership with the Raising Resilience team of psychologists, are an opportunity to practise their BOUNCE skills. Through these, pupils learn how to navigate their way through their emotions and develop resilience, while ‘Paint and Chat’ sessions at break provide space and time to talk. Pupils learn that their feelings matter, that they are valued and are confident to raise small concerns before they become big worries. Lower 2 (Year 5) pupils also take part in a ten-week Mindfulness programme in order to help them further develop tools to aid calm and inner peace when faced with challenging situations.

Once a year, the whole school comes off timetable to celebrate Wellbeing Day, which aims to help pupils to find balance and fulfilment in their sometimes hectic lives by teaching how their bodies and minds function. During Wellbeing Day pupils (and staff) participate in activities such as feet painting, marble runs, mindful colouring, bead making, Lego building and clay sculpting. Outdoor events include visiting farm animals, gardening, giant bubbles, dog walking and parachute games.

A comprehensive PSHE and Relationships curriculum prepares pupils to develop and grow up into independent, responsible members of society with a respect for others and an understanding of the world we live in. As a through school, we ensure our Upper 2 (Year 6) pupils move to our Senior School with skills and core values that enable them to embark on the next stage of their school-life confidently.The ISI inspectors agreed: “Junior School pupils are encouraged to face challenges, to strive to improve and to work things out for themselves. They learn to understand themselves, to know their strengths and weaknesses and are well-prepared for the next stage of their lives.”

At LEH, the sense of community is palpable. Younger pupils settle in quickly and value the relationships they have with their ‘School Big Sisters’. Pupils of all ages enjoy taking on meaningful responsibilities such as being elected for School Council or Eco Squad. Upper 2 (Year 6) pupils are trained to be Peer Mentors and support other children where needed at lunch and break times. Upper 2 (Year 6) Cyber mentors and

Digital leaders can also advise and support other pupils who have worries about online safety and use of social media.

We have a school nurse based in the Junior School who is on hand to deal with bumps and bruises, administer medication or give advice. Our school nurse gives great hugs and is a helping hand!

We also have a school counsellor on-hand should any of the pupils in our care need that extra bit of support to help them through any difficulties.

Our House System encourages fun, friendly competition, co-operation and teamwork. The Junior School is divided into four houses: Burlington, Hackney, St Giles and Summerleigh. On an individual basis, pupils are awarded merits for good manners, kindness, good behaviour, effort and good work and pupils enjoy receiving Bronze, Silver or Gold merit certificates. At the end of the year, the House with the most merits is awarded the House Cup. Throughout the year our pupils participate in ‘House’ events which include House Assemblies, House Netball, Inter-House Swimming Galas, Inter-House Tennis and Sports Day.

Kindness runs throughout school life. It encourages positivity and compassion for others. Our children regularly receive awards for their kindness alongside awards for achievement in their studies. We were proud that the ISI noted: “An ethos of kindness and social awareness percolates throughout the school.” It added: “Junior School pupils expressed the view that the most important things in life are enjoyment, good health, happiness, family, good education and kindness.”

We are good communicators with parents

At LEH we recognise that parents and guardians are crucial to pupils’ health and wellbeing, learning and achievement. Good relationships and communication between the school and our parents are developed through:

• Weekly newsletters

• Parents’ Evenings

• Parents’ Information Evenings (e.g. Maths, English, PSHE) and workshops

• Welcome Evenings

• Curriculum booklet

• The Friends of LEH school community events and activities

• Information on the school website, social media and Parent Portal

• Reporting to parents about children’s personal development through formal and informal means

• Parent talks and workshops such as Raising Resilience workshops and Parent Practice talks for parents on relevant topics such as Sleep, helping children develop positive friendships, sibling rivalry and the transition to Senior School

• Parents are made to feel welcome in the school at celebrations of work and achievement, assemblies, concerts, sporting and drama events

• Parents are encouraged to be volunteers on school visits and share expertise in the classroom and assemblies

If parents have concerns or worries they are encouraged to talk to their daughter’s Form Teacher, followed by the Deputy Head or Head of Junior School if necessary. Parents should feel able to share concerns about home circumstances or medical matters that might affect their child’s work or behaviour in school. Parents may wish to discuss health and medical matters with the school nurse.

Life at LEH: Junior School

In the Junior School, a broad, interesting and creative curriculum is thoughtfully designed to engage pupils in a wide range of exciting learning experiences taught by our team of dedicated Junior school teachers, and subject specialists in Science, French, Spanish, Music, Mindfulness and Physical Education. Digital technology plays an important part in learning and our pupils have access to class iPads, Apple TV and an exciting Computing curriculum taught by a specialist teacher. We are proud of our excellent facilities which include spacious, well-resourced classrooms, a science laboratory, a fun and safe play area, specialist Art and Design Technology studio, Library, Reading Room, Computing suite, Music rooms, Nature Garden and a giant Teepee. PE lessons take place in the Senior School Sports Hall and Activity Studio, on the playing fields, netball courts, tennis courts and in the swimming pool.

Our curriculum includes:

• Art & Design Technology

• Computing

• Drama

• English

• French

• Geography

• History

• Mathematics

• Mindfulness (Y5)

• Music

• Personal Social and Health Education

• Physical Education

• Religious Studies

• Science

• Spanish (Y6)

Exciting and engaging lessons are complemented by educational visits, workshops, themed days and visiting speakers.

Events include:

• Animation Day

• Visit to Hampton Court

• Inter Faith Week

• Visiting authors

• Visit to Butser Farm

• PGL or similar residential trips

• Online Safety workshops

• Raising Resilience workshops

• Wellbeing Day

• Young Shakespeare workshops

• Gamelan workshops

• Drama Production Weeks

• Problem-solving workshops

• Team Building Day

• Global Play Day

• Science Week

• Maths week

• Book Fairs

• Bikeability

• Arts Festival

• Winchester Science Museum

We encourage our pupils to embrace everything the Junior School has to offer and we have an array of extra-curricular activities during lunchtimes and after school – Chess, Musical Theatre, Karate, Ecology, Rock Stars, Netball, Swimming, Football, Yoga, Crochet, Cookery and Think Club to name but a few!

“A warmer welcome to a school you will not find - and this really sets the tone for this surprisingly informal school where pupils thrive academically, and then some.”

Good Schools Guide

Sport

Sport is an important part of school life at LEH and all pupils are encouraged to take part in a physical activity that they enjoy. Through our curriculum PE lessons, enrichment programme and extra-curricular clubs, we aim to foster an understanding of the benefits of having a healthy and active lifestyle, whilst giving the pupils the confidence to try new activities and remain active throughout their lives.

There is plenty of scope for developing sporting skills in the Junior School, and activities include swimming, netball, rounders, gymnastics, dance, tennis, cricket, football and athletics. Good team spirit is encouraged, and pupils compete against other schools in netball, cricket, swimming, rounders, football, running and tennis. Pupils take part in our Sports Day, gymnastics and dance showcase, House netball and House swimming events, tennis and cricket tournaments.

Music

Our ambitious and busy Music Department provides a wide range of musical opportunities for all, through our curricular, extra-curricular and enrichment programmes. All pupils have Music timetabled on a weekly basis and our pupils are encouraged to either learn an instrument and/or sing in the choirs. All Form 1 (Year 3) pupils currently take part in our brass workshop programme, in which they all learn the trumpet for a term and the trombone for a term in half classes. A wide variety of instruments are taught by our team of dedicated Visiting Music Teachers. Instrumental lessons offered include piano, violin, cello, flute, clarinet, double bass, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, french horn, harp, guitar, singing and percussion.

Many pupils take Associated Board instrumental exams and a good proportion of instrumentalists play in school ensembles. Our concerts and assemblies throughout the year enable our pupils to have their time under the spotlight. Friends and family are always welcome to attend.

As part of our expansive enrichment programme, the focus in music reflects our diverse community, enabling pupils to experience abroad range of musical genres and instruments whilst including more contemporary ways for pupils to compose and perform music.

In addition to the annual Carol Service and Arts Festival, pupils enjoy the opportunity to perform in the local community, and we foster links with local residential homes and a local state school to broaden the children’s experience.

Drama

Drama is an exciting and integral part of life at school. As well as having lots of fun in class and on stage, drama lessons, productions, enrichment and extra-curricular activities provide our pupils with the opportunity to improve their self-confidence, teamwork and communication skills.

Pupils in the Junior School enjoy weekly drama lessons and our Trinity Speech and Drama lessons and Musical Theatre and Drama clubs are also very popular.

Throughout the year there are numerous opportunities for our pupils to perform on stage and showcase their skills and talents including Family Assemblies and specialist workshops which bring Shakespeare and performance poetry to life.

In Upper 1 (Year 4) and Upper 2 (Year 6) the pupils take part in a Drama Week, an off-timetable week of drama culminating in a fantastic production showcase, organised and directed by our specialist Speech and Drama teacher. Recent performances include The Greatest Show, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Kitty Whittington and Snow White and the Sevens Dwarfs.

Our pledge to sustainability

We firmly believe in a future where people and nature thrive together. It’s our mission to make LEH more sustainable by inspiring our pupils and empowering them to play a key part in the changes happening at school.

We’re proud to have been awarded our second Eco School Green Flag and have a five-part action plan, developed with assistance from our ‘Eco Squad’ made up of pupil representatives from every form.

As part of our plan to increase Biodiversity and the use of our school grounds, a Woodland Trust initiative saw us plant 60 new trees and increase the use of the science garden and hedgerows in lessons to engage pupils in their learning.

Our Ecology and Gardening clubs have regenerated the school pond and created wildflower areas to attract insects in our Nature Garden, as well as creating five-star accommodation for wildlife with our Big Bug Hotel and Hedgehog Homes.

We are proud to have:

• Added nine new animal homes to school grounds (bird boxes, hedgehog homes, bumblebee homes and a bug hotel).

• Installed two additional bird feeders.

• Reduced the amount of packaging being binned in school by 1,000 pieces per week.

• Reduced our food waste.

• Composted ½ ton of fruit waste (skins, apple cores etc.).

• Created 50m2 of wildflower meadow.

• Won a TfL STARS Gold Award for encouraging pupils to walk, scoot or cycle to school.

As part of our target to reduce plastic waste we have introduced a wrapper free policy for snacks and banned single use plastic bottles in packed lunches. Pupils take part in litter picking sessions to keep the school pond and the local river, which runs through our school grounds, spotless. Every day our Energy Monitors remind everyone to turn off lights, screens and computers, while in Geography, pupils learn about where food comes from and Fair-Trade organisations. National green days such as Big Spring Clean, 30 Days Wild and Big Battery Hunt, are regularly celebrated.

The Eco Committee inspire other pupils by running assemblies and showcasing achievements on the Eco update board. Every Form room has classroom plants and pencil shaving boxes for composting. They serve as a constant reminder that small but effective actions can help provide a more sustainable future for all.

We are so proud of the enthusiasm our pupils show and the difference they are making.

Settling into Form 1

Joining a new school can be an exciting but daunting experience for young children, so at LEH we make that extra special effort to ensure the move is a smooth and happy transition.

On the first day of term, we invite the new Form 1 (Year 3) pupils into school the day before the rest of the Junior School returns. This gives the new pupils a chance to settle in and find their way around whilst the school environment is quieter.

During your daughter’s first week with us she will be given a ‘Big sister’, an Upper 2 (Year 6) pupil who will be a friendly, knowledgeable mentor. She will have lunch with her regularly to begin with and take part in lunches, reading sessions and other ‘Big Sister’ activities throughout the year. Her ‘Big Sister’ will keep a very close eye out for her around the school and particularly at break and lunch times to make sure that she is happy and that she knows where she is going; this can take a little time!

In the first few days your daughter will also have the chance to take part in a Team Building Day. It is a day where she can really get to know the other pupils in her class and the year group whilst focusing on skills such as planning, communication, working together and perseverance, with fun at the heart of every activity.

Your daughter’s Form Teachers, the Head of Junior School and Deputy Head give all the new Form 1 (Year 3) pupils plenty of help and support, not only through our comprehensive PSHE curriculum and wellbeing programme, but also by developing strong positive relationships. This way she can make the most of the fabulous learning opportunities on offer at LEH.

Giving and getting involved

At LEH we want our pupils to become good global citizens with an understanding and awareness of the local community and the world around them. We are fully committed to supporting local and national charities and in recent years have raised money for Guide Dogs for the Blind, Children with Cancer UK, NSPCC, World Wildlife Fund, Friends of The Earth and Macmillan Cancer Support.

Every year our pupils help to organise and take part in fundraising events such as cake sales, raffles, craft sales, dress up days and a sponsored swim to name but a few!

Transition to Senior School

Our expectation is that pupils join us in Form 1 (Year 3) and stay with us right until the end of Sixth Form. At the end of Upper 2 (Year 6) the vast majority of pupils transfer to the Senior School. The Junior School is situated on the same 24 acre site as the Senior School and during your daughter’s time in the Junior School, she will use facilities in the Senior School and will get to know some of the Senior School teachers; a useful introduction to life in the Seniors. During the Summer Term of Upper 2 (Year 6), pupils take part in a detailed PSHE and wellbeing programme about moving up to Senior School and the challenges it involves. Support for parents is also provided at this stage in the form of a parent talk about how to help prepare your child for the transition to Senior School. This is normally given by an external speaker such as the Raising Resilience team of psychologists.

Parents all have an opportunity to view the Senior School as prospective parents, and we invite Junior School parents into the Senior School to become familiar and comfortable with what we hope will be your daughter’s future School.

• Parents of pupils in Form 1 (Year 3) and Upper 1 (Year 4) are invited to visit the Senior School for a tour with Lower 4 (Year 8) pupils, giving you the chance to see the Senior School in action.

• In the Summer term of Lower 2 (Year 5), parents are invited to attend a special open morning consisting of a talk from Mrs Cole and a tour of the school.

• Also in the Summer term of Lower 2 (Year 5), pupils spend a day as a Senior School student, having a chance to get a feel for life in the Senior School.

Stepping up to Thirds (Year 7)

To ease the nerves of transitioning to Senior School, in the Summer term of Upper 2 (Year 6) we invite all Junior School pupils joining in the following September (including pupils joining from external schools) for ‘Moving up day’, spending the day with their new Form Teacher and classmates, whilst participating in lots of fun activities.

Come September, on the first day of term, we invite just the new Thirds (Year 7) into school the day before the rest of the Senior School returns. This gives the new pupils a chance to settle in and find their way around whilst the school environment is quieter.

There is also the exciting option to take part in a residential Team-Building weekend during the Autumn term for the entire Thirds (Year 7) year group. This is a fantastic opportunity to make new friends across the year group and learn the true meaning of team-work.

A place of curiosity and adventure

Welcome to Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH) and thank you for taking the time to find out more about our remarkable school.

LEH is a place of curiosity and adventure, where enthusiastic and bright young minds are encouraged to be bold and brave in their thoughts, actions, and dreams for the future. Pupils are given the encouragement, inspiration, and opportunity to experience new things, to take risks, and to innovate as they grow and discover more about themselves. They do this in the warmth and safety of a caring school community with mutual respect and positive relationships at its heart. We are proud to be a values-driven school, where difference is celebrated, and everyone feels like they belong.

Our curriculum is as broad as it is dynamic and is delivered alongside a varied programme of extra-curricular and enrichment activities. Our pupils have the chance to explore different interests and passions, to be courageous in their intellectual endeavours, and to bring their ideas to life while

playing an active role in shaping their school. They go forward with the skills and confidence to enrich the world around them in the years that follow.

Our students achieve excellent results academically, but this is not what defines them or LEH. The best way to understand the culture and character of LEH is to see us in action. Come along to one of our open events, meet our wonderful pupils, teachers and staff and see, first hand, what makes LEH a special place to be. I’ve no doubt you’ll experience what I felt the first time I walked through our doors: that LEH is a happy, confident yet relaxed school, full of energy, determination, and hope for the future.

We look forward to meeting you soon.

Rowena Cole Head Mistress

Life at LEH: Senior School

The challenges your daughter will meet at our Senior School, and the support she will receive, have a common purpose: to stimulate her growth as an individual and member of society.

We’ll encourage her to develop balanced study habits and cultivate a genuine passion for learning – qualities that will stand her in good stead wherever the future takes her

The first three years

We offer a broad curriculum that includes traditional subjects such as Modern and Ancient Languages, mathematics, humanities, science, arts, PE and design technologies. The pupils also receive extensive training in computing, and our new state of the art product design and computing facilities, lead the way in the teaching of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects.

The GCSE years

Your daughter can then tailor a programme of study that aligns closely with her strengths and interests. Typically, she will study ten subjects, including English, mathematics, the sciences, one modern language and a humanity. All of the options are listed below.

Extra-curricular activities

Sport, music, drama and the creative arts flourish, with regular opportunities for individual and collaborative performance and practice.

Support at every stage

Weekly Life Advice lessons equip our students with the skills they need to navigate an increasingly complex emotional landscape with self-knowledge, the courage to be authentic, and a respect for both others and themselves. External speakers who are experts in their field are invited in to give talks on a range of relevant and important topics, and a specialist provider delivers our bespoke RSE programme. In addition, Mindfulness lessons are a key part of our wellbeing toolkit. Our students emerge from their time here as active and engaged citizens of the world in which they live, with a real desire to make a positive difference.

Our academic subjects include (up to GCSE):

• Art

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Classical Greek (L5)

• Computer Science

• D&T: Product Design

• Art & Design: Textiles (Thirds to U4 only)

• Drama

• English

• Food Preparation and Nutrition

• French

• Geography

• German

• History

• Latin

• Mandarin (U4)

• Mathematics

• Music

• PE GCSE (L5)

• Physics

• Religious Studies

• Spanish

ISI Report, 2022

“Teaching approaches encourage pupils to develop higher-order thinking skills”

Life at LEH: Sixth Form

The subjects that students study in the Sixth Form will create the bedrock of their Sixth Form experience. They also benefit from a range of other opportunities, challenges and trips.

We offer 24 different subjects at A level and encourage pupils to study for the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). This is highly valued by universities, giving students the opportunity to explore their chosen topic more deeply.

The lessons they learn by taking part in activities such as sport, music, drama, Young Enterprise, Model United Nations and mentoring will deepen and enrich their outlook on the wider world. They develop leadership skills by taking on roles within our House system and on committees, such as the Charity Committee and our Peer Mentoring scheme. These will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Our curriculum includes:

• Art

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Drama & Theatre

• Economics

• English Literature

• French

• Geography

• German

• Greek

• History

Around the core of academic subjects lie the many and varied activities which make Sixth Form at LEH so special. Enrichment lessons, joint with Hampton School, are offered in a wide variety of subjects, while Senior Café attracts outside speakers from many fields. Our specialist Sixth Form facilities include two common rooms, a coffee bar and Sixth Form library.

• History of Art

• Latin

• Mandarin

• Mathematics

• Further Mathematics

• Music

• Philosophy

• Physics

• Politics

• Product Design

• Psychology

• Spanish

The LEH Sixth Form Experience

Preparation for University and beyond

We do everything we can to prepare our pupils for life after LEH. Part of that is making sure they’re ready to attend their chosen university and pursue the career of their dreams.

We host annual careers and higher education fairs. We have a large Careers Team who support them every step of the way, from choosing the right A levels and completing their UCAS form, to advising on work experience and getting ready for interviews. Furthermore, if they’re hoping to apply for Oxbridge, medical school, or overseas universities, they’ll get expert advice from subject specialists.

That’s why most of our students take up offers to study at Russell Group universities and why we are ranked amongst the top London schools when it comes to gaining places at Oxford and Cambridge.

“Brilliant Careers Department. They have your best interests at heart.”

U6 Leaver

Boarding school facilities, in a day school

It’s hard to believe we’re just ten miles from central London. We’re home to four lacrosse pitches, eight outdoor netball courts, six grass tennis courts and a croquet lawn. Inside, there’s a massive sports hall, an activity studio and an indoor swimming pool in our Gateway Building.

There are no shops or crowded snack bars to distract students; the Sixth Form have their own in-house coffee shop. It’s the kind of environment where they can focus their minds and get their work done and dusted.

However, when students want to take a break, they only need to step outside and make the most of our 24 acres of green space. We encourage them to stay healthy by taking in the wide range of sports we offer, and if they want to develop their interests in any extra-curricular activities, they’ll be right on the doorstep too.

The Junior School occupies a very attractive building, Burlington House, originally used as the school’s boarding house, on the northern side of our site. The classrooms are large, light and airy and there are superb specialist rooms for computing, art, design technology, science and music. Junior pupils make full use of the school’s magnificent facilities, including the newly renovated pool, netball courts and the Jane Ross Theatre. They enjoy their own play area over the bridge, with a trim trail and climbing frame, and their own dining room in Burlington House. The school has installed lifts in both Junior and Senior Schools to improve wheelchair access.

Whether they’re 7 or 17, pupils benefit from having the freedom to make the most of our exceptional facilities.

“The facilities here are second to none for a girls’ day school.”

Good Schools Guide

A single-sex education, with strong links to Hampton School

It has been proven that girls’ schools like LEH give young women the edge. That’s why we believe that students thrive in an environment like ours, where they’re free to experiment, express opinions, explore and take on new challenges.

At LEH, students are supported by strong role models and inspired by their peers. However, we also know how important it is for students to work together in a variety of contexts. That’s why we have strong and ever-growing links with our neighbours at Hampton School. Sixth Form students have reciprocal access to Common Rooms during breaks and we regularly hold joint activities throughout the Senior School.

Our extensive, shared coach network means that transport to and from both schools is made easy, not only for the pupils, but for their hardworking parents.

“Almost feels co-ed without the distraction of having boys in the actual classroom. What could be better!”

LEH Parent

Joint events and activities:

• Curriculum Enrichment in the Lower and Upper Sixth

• Hampton and LEH Leadership Course

• Interview preparation, Careers and Higher Education Fairs

• Mentoring programme for GCSE pupils from local schools

• Language exchange visits

• Lectures and talks

• Community activities including Service Volunteers

• Charity events

• A joint Sixth Form expedition

• Whole school music and drama productions

Joint clubs and societies:

• Robotics Club and competitions

• SATB Choir, Dance and Musical Theatre

• Sixth Form drama productions

• Philosophy Enrichment

• The Choral Society

• Joint Music Groups including the Brass Band, Orchestra and Choir

• CCF (Run by LEH and includes Hampton School and Hampton High)

• Shared Boat House

Nurturing remarkable young women since 1710

LEH first opened its doors in 1710, thanks to the generosity of one remarkable woman, Lady Eleanor Holles. For over three hundred years, we have been producing remarkable women who, in turn, go on to do remarkable things. Today, our mission remains the same.

While you’re with us, we’ll encourage you to become an informed, bold, resourceful, and ethical global citizen. Someone who’s valued for the qualities and immeasurable richness they bring to our community.

When you leave us, you’ll join a worldwide network of accomplished women who are shaping and changing the world. You’ll be part of a fabric of relationships that will benefit you personally and professionally for the rest your life.

Lydia Beaton Chief Operating Officer, Race Against Dementia

Caroline Bird Poet, Playwright, Author

Melanie Ivarsson, OBE Chief Development Officer, Moderna

Jay Hunt Creative Director, Europe, Worldwide Video, Apple

Alison Lomax Managing Director of YouTube UK & Ireland

Dame Lesley Regan Dame Lesley Regan, DBE Women’s Health Ambassador for England

Stephanie Hilborne, OBE Chief Executive, Women in Sport

Annie Nightingale, MBE Radio and TV Broadcaster

Yasmine Chinwalla, OBE Partner, New Financial LLP

Sapna Dattani Head of Technology Strategy & Delivery for Citi ICG

Dr Anjana Dua Medical Oncology Registrar Are

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