“Pupils develop “Pupils develop independence, resilience and independence, resilience and self-awareness within an self-awareness within an open and inclusive culture” open and inclusive culture”
“Pupils develop confidence, “Pupils develop confidence, responsibility and an responsibility and an understanding of leadership understanding of leadership through service to others” through service to others”
“There is a calm “There is a calm purposeful learning purposeful learning environment that supports environment that supports personal development and personal development and academic progress” academic progress”
“Pupils articulate their views clearly, listen respectfully to others “Pupils articulate their views clearly, listen respectfully to others and show increasing maturity in reflecting their own behaviour and show increasing maturity in reflecting their own behaviour and values” and values”
“Pupils develop courtesy, “Pupils develop courtesy, empathy and respect for all empathy and respect for all members of the school and members of the school and wider community” wider community”
“Pupils benefit from an “Pupils benefit from an extensive programme of extensive programme of extra-curricular activities, extra-curricular activities, delivered by knowledgeable delivered by knowledgeable and committed staff” and committed staff”
“Leaders provide pupils “Leaders provide pupils with access to impartial with access to impartial guidance and guidance and opportunities to develop opportunities to develop employability skills” employability skills”
Protest Day 2026
At the start of the Summer Term, our School community came together for Pipers Protest Day ‘26, a powerful display of student voice, leadership, and shared purpose.
From carefully researched causes to creative banners, music, speeches, and artwork, our students spoke up for the people, ideas, and issues that matter to them The Arts Centre forecourt was transformed into Pipers’ own Trafalgar Square, alive with conversation, confidence and community
We were proud to see students demonstrating with thoughtfulness and respect, listening to one another, and expressing their views with courage and creativity A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the day so meaningful, and to our guest speaker, Toni Brodelle, a powerful advocate of youth voice, youth engagement and parliament.
Year 8 Build, Code and Create at Legoland
Year 8 students swapped the classroom for creative problem-solving as part of our Science department’s British Science Week activities, taking part in a LEGO Education robotics workshop at LEGOLAND Windsor.
Working in teams, students designed, built and programmed their own LEGO robots, exploring core concepts in physics, computing and engineering through hands-on challenges
Year 5 Peak District Residential
Year 5 students recently embarked on their annual residential trip to the Peak District, an important milestone that encourages independence, resilience and confidence as they step further into Prep life.
Based near Matlock, students took part in a full programme of outdoor activities designed to challenge and inspire, including scrambling and abseiling at Black Rocks, a mountain walk on Bleaklow, rock climbing, bridge abseiling and canoeing at Carsington Water.
the week, students showed determination, ork and a willingness to step beyond their comfort
The Headmistress hosted a luncheon for students fro the Pre-Prep department all the way through to Year celebrating those students who have taken it upon themselves to demonstrate leadership, with the focu enriching student lives.
This occasion also offered our students the opportun to share leadership ideas with their older or younger peers, on how it can develop within the School and w learning opportunities are available
Following the lunch, students completed feedback fo and shared a remarkable range of thoughtful ideas fo further leadership opportunities across the School Their suggestions have provided us with plenty to consider and will help shape the next stage of our Girls Leading Forward programme next year.
Years 7-9 take German Trip to the
Goethe Institute
Students studying German from Years 7-9 took a trip to the Goethe Institute in London, where they took part in a graffiti art workshop based around the Berlin Wall and watched Als Hitler das rosa Kaninchen stahl (When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit), a movie based on the semiautobiographical novel by Judith Kerr.
The Goethe Institute is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institute, active worldwide, who promotes the study of German abroad and encourages international cultural exchange.
Passo Tonale Ski Trip: Shared Experience
The Senior School ski trip to Passo Tonale, Italy proved to be about far more than skiing alone Time spent together on the mountain and beyond it gave students the chance to strengthen friendships, make new connections and enjoy being part of a close, supportive group; with skiing providing the shared challenge at the heart of the experience
On the slopes, confidence grew quickly Students built steadily on core skills before stretching themselves on longer blue runs, taking in the dramatic alpine views as they practised parallel skiing. Others pushed further still, tackling red and black slopes for the first time, some at heights of up to 3000 metres Lessons played an
on and off the Slopes
Medical Mavericks
We were delighted to welcome back Medical Mavericks for another immersive workshop, offering students a thoughtful and practical insight into NHS and STEM careers.
Students explored a range of realworld medical techniques, from taking blood using a simulated arm to working with an ultrasound machine and practising keyhole surgery
Alongside the hands-on experiences, Medical Mavericks shared clear and accessible guidance on the wide range of career pathways available within healthcare
Peru Art Day
As part of their Geography and Art studies, Year 2 students have been exploring Peru, deepening their understanding of place, culture and identity while reflecting on the School’s longstanding connection with Picaflor House a partnership that encourages awareness of communities beyond our own
Their learning culminated in a dedicated Peru Art Day, where students translated their research into creative expression, drawing on colour, pattern and symbolism to interpret what they had discovered
National Space Centre Trip
Year 7 students recently visited the National Space Centre in Leicester, where their classroom learning in Science was brought vividly to life through an immersive, hands-on experience.
Exploring a range of interactive exhibits, students deepened their understanding of the Solar System, Space Travel and the history of Human exploration. A highlight of the day was the planetarium show, offering a striking journey through distant galaxies and reinforcing their sense of the scale and complexity of the universe
The visit also included opportunities to engage with real-world applications of Physics and Engineering, from rocket design to the challenges of space missions
Year 9 Take Inspiration from Banksy
Year 9 explored street art through a practical session outdoors, working with spray paint and stencils in a Banksy-inspired style
The session focused on process as much as outcome, encouraging students to consider layering, contrast and the controlled use of negative space.
Year 4 Forest Day
Year 4 spent a full day immersed in the woodland surroundings of Pipers’ 96-acre campus as part of their Forest School experience.
Throughout the day, students took part in a range of hands-on activities, from shelter building and wood carving for bird boxes to creating insect habitats. They also developed practical outdoor skills, including safely lighting a fire and cooking simple treats, alongside identifying seasonal trees and exploring local wildlife
Hydroponic growing begins for Royal Society project
As part of the School’s Royal Society Partnership Grant project, students in the Science in Action Group have begun working with newly installed hydroponic growing systems These units enable plants to be cultivated without soil, using nutrient-rich water to support efficient and lower-impact food production.
Students have already planted a selection of herbs and vegetables, which will be harvested for use by the Catering Team. The project is also being supported by Professor Jennifer Carter, who has introduced key ideas around the Planetary Health Diet and will continue to work with students over the coming months.
The project will officially launch on 22 June 2026.
Pre-Prep Highlights
Letters to the Prime Minister
On Protest Day, our Year 2 Students wrote persuasive letters to the Prime Minister about their own individual and personal area of concern We look forward to receiving the replies and seeing change in action!
The Tin Forest brought to life
Inspired by The Tin Forest, Year 1 created imaginative sculptures from recycled materials, developing fine motor skills, problem-solving, creativity and patience as they explored how discarded objects can be transformed into something hopeful and beautiful through imagination and care
The Science of Summer Plants
Year 1 discovered the parts of a plant and planted their own seeds. They are hoping that with some water and sunshine, some sunflowers may grow Watch this space!
World Earth Day Creation
To celebrate World Earth Day reception and Year 1 created the Earth using natural materials found in the forest
Exploring Peru
Pre-Prep join forces for a day of agility and teamwork
Our Pre-Prep students wowed us all on their visit to Go Ape, tackling the treetop course with determination, courage and impressive resilience They supported one another throughout the challenges and embraced every moment, making it a joyful and confidence-building experience from start to finish
Year 2 have been exploring Peru in their Geography lessons, developing an understanding of place, culture and global connections. This learning is enriched by our longstanding relationship with Picflor House in Peru, a charity the school actively supports through student involvement and fundraising initiatives
Prep Highlights
Year 4 took their Science lesson outside and explored our beautiful grounds in search of living things and their habitats The next lesson will be about finding different ways to classify them
Toucan Tonal Drawings
Year 3 have been developing strong pencil control through their tonal drawings, carefully varying pressure, refining shading techniques and building confidence in creating depth and contrast using graphite alone.
Bubble Tea Fridays!
Prep asked, and they got! A new feature by popular demand, is Bubble Tea every Friday break time at Tuck! A big thank you to Holroyd Howe and Tea Joy for supplying this delicious end-of-the-week treat!
Year 5 students spent a thoughtprovoking day at Bentley Priory, exploring the significance of the Battle of Britain and its place in British history. The morning focused on developing an understanding of the events and decisions that shaped the course of the War
In the afternoon, students took part in a hands-on exercise at Bentley Manor, coordinating and interpreting mock radar information in a simulation of wartime operations. Working collaboratively, they experienced the complexity and precision required to “plot and filter” incoming data, gaining a deeper appreciation of the people and systems that supported the RAF during this critical period.
Year 5 Textiles Teddies!
It was time for Year 5 Textiles creations to take to the cat-walk as their favourite teddies donned their creations. They were arguable the smartest looking stuffed animals in the county! What a fun finale!
Year 6 Tool Familiarisation
Year 6 used the knives, bow saws, axes and hammers to make a fairy project from wood
Year 5 Forest School Skills
Year 5 Bentley Priory Trip
Outdoor Science Exploration
Year 11 Shirt Signing Day
Nell W, Evie S, Evie W, Mia R and Harriett M had a very successful weekend of hockey. The Wycombe Hockey Club Under 12 visited the Oxford Rovers festival, competing against 12 other teams and came home joint winners of the tournament
A busy weekend of hockey for Amy R playing the last game of the league for Wycombe Hockey Club Ladies First team on Saturday against Marlow with a 5-0 win to close the season Followed by a triangular for Bucks County on Sunday which saw a 5-1 win and 2-0 loss against a team which beat the opposition 7-1 in the previous match
Seanna H competed in the Portsmouth Level 1 Swim Meet over the Easter holidays, a four-day event featuring both heats and finals. She had an extremely successful competition, achieving multiple personal bests, securing additional regional qualification and automatic times. A standout moment was reaching the 15 and Under 50m Breaststroke final, where she achieved a PB Seanna now has 14 regional qualifying times and is looking forward to the South East Regionals
Josie O, Tilly O and Izzy F competed in the Tier 2 National Plate Final competition in Nottingham on Saturday for Marlow Hockey Club and sadly just missed out, losing on shuffles, claiming second place. It was a fantastic weekend for the team and a great learning opportunity We are very proud of them!
Bella B performed some heroics on goal for Thame Hockey Club helping them finish 3rd in the South Central Inter-hockey under 10s regionals
Amelie H had great success at the Sandwell Showdown 2026 at the weekend She won gold in the diving Skills competition for her age group and gained enough points to qualify for the national skills final in the summer!
A successful weekend of rowing for Arabella O who secured her first win at the Marlow Spring Regatta on Saturday. She raced in a quad (4x+) as Stroke, and won her Heat and then the Final to secure their medal.
Sienna W competed at the South East Regional Championships, racing in 12 events, reaching 8 finals and winning silver and two bronze medals. She has since qualified for three events at the British Summer Championships and seven at the English Summer Championships, placing her among the Top 20 in the Country for her age group.
It was great to see our Pipers Equestrian team put in a strong and impressive performance at the recent NSEA competition The Dressage team won for Bucks County, qualifying for the upcoming Championships at Hickstead The 80cm Show Jumping Team finished fourth and the 90cm team finished third Congratulations to: Isabelle G, Gabby S, Martha S, Ella-Ann E, Evie M, Bea A and Charlotte M on their superb rounds.
Our fantastic netball coach Mrs H-B won the Coach of the Year for Young people and children for South Buckinghamshire. A wonderful achievement and very well deserved. We are proud to have her in our team!
Congratulations to our U11 Swim team who have qualified to swim the Medley Relay at the IAPS National Swimming Finals at the London Aquatics Centre on Saturday 6th June! In addition Seanna H has qualified for the individual Breaststroke competition and Amber has qualified for the individual Butterfly competition! What an amazing achievement for them all. We are very proud of them and look forward to seeing them compete on a National Stage at a prestigious Olympic venue!
Another fantastic evening at our annual Aquathlon, with a brilliant turnout and strong performances across the board. Harriet M and Florence F both claimed first place in their age groups, and it was wonderful to see such energy, determination and team spirit from all who took part. Well done to everyone involved.
In more Equestrian news, Phoebe L won the 1m Natural Flake Shavings Championship on her new horse Cilla and the 90cm Equiyd Ruby Championship on Lisnavaragh Lou Lou. She also placed First and Second in BS Just For School Qualifiers, securing qualification for the National Championships.
Girls’ cricket continues to grow, with strong turnout at club sessions. The U13 team secured a 79–74 win against WHS, showing confident batting, effective bowling and disciplined fielding.
Congratulations to our Intermediate Swim Squad for winning the Wycombe Abbey Swim League overall.
Celebrating Community and Environment
O delighted to welcome their families to this year’s flagship Prep event – the Prep Captains’ Challenge, in support of Kindness in Bucks With the support of Prep staff, the evening brought together bingo, wellbeing activities and a lively auction
The students took on a wide range of roles, from waiting staff and bingo callers to performers and judges – every detail carefully considered Families arrived for soft drinks outside, with the chance to try their luck at the charity tombola and browse a selection of homegrown plants.
Inside the Arts Centre Café, guests were warmly welcomed by Year 6, who appeared entirely at ease on the microphone. A game of bingo, complete with a number of creative twists, quickly got everyone involved.
This was followed by an impressive spread of homemade canapés, both sweet and savoury, prepared by the students. Attention then turned to the auction, where a fantastic range of items – generously donated by parents and local businesses – prompted spirited bidding from the audience
Thanks to the generosity and goodwill of everyone involved, we are delighted to share that the evening raised £2,268 84 for Kindness in Bucks
Year 6 Captains Challenge
Celebrating Community and Environment
Forget-Me-Nots Volunteering
Sixth Form students continue to volunteer at the Prestwood Forget Me Nots social event, a local community gathering focused on connection and companionship
Sharing a programme of uplifting songs, their performance helped create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, highlighting the positive impact of music and intergenerational engagement
Happy Birthday Sir David Attenborough
We recently celebrated the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough, whose work has helped our students, staff and wider Pipers community see the natural world with greater awareness and care
His influence continues to shape our environmental work at Pipers, from the HOPE team to our whole-school sustainability initiatives and ongoing success in the LEAF National Competition
Throughout the week, our community signed a birthday card in his honour, we recognised students who share his special day, and even took a life-sized Sir David Attenborough cut-out on a HOPE field trip to ‘Fixing our Broken Planet’ at the Natural History Museum, London.
Celebrating Community and Environment
Golf Day
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Pipers Golf Morning, bringing together families and friends for a relaxed, friendly competition from the Terrace, complete with a ‘nearest the pin’ challenge and plenty of good-natured rivalry
We were also joined by members of our Sixth Form Prefect team, including Lily M and Beth G - who will be heading to America on a golf scholarship after her A Levels, an amazing achievement and very fitting for the occasion
There were morning pastries and snacks from our c awn thanks to our G a really lovely a T w s
Young Enterprise News
We are incredibly proud to see Afternoon Seed crowned Regional Finals winners across Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire.
This marks the third time in four years that Pipers has progressed to the National Finals
Their success builds on a strong run of achievements, including being named High Wycombe Area Winners and receiving the Trade Stand and Marketing Award
It has been brilliant to see their hard work recognised in this way We wish them the very best and look forward to cheering them on at the National Finals.
Celebrating Community and Environment
Prep-Prep and Year 9 Eco Day
On Wednesday 13 May 2026, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 students enjoyed a wonderfully imaginative and hands-on Science Eco activity, centred around the important theme of clean air and caring for our environment
The session began with an engaging challenge: our visiting fairies (Senior Science teachers) were struggling to breathe because of air pollution The students were set an important mission, to design and create a safe, clean-air habitat where the fairies could thrive Inspired by the Eden Project, our students designed creative model environments by constructing their own terrariums.
Each terrarium became a self-contained world, carefully built with plants to help produce clean air. The students were fascinated to learn how their miniature ecosystems functioned and will be able to watch the water cycle in action as “rain” forms inside their creations. The activity beautifully brought science concepts such as air quality, plant life and sustainability to life.
The session was made even more special by the support of Year 9 students, who worked alongside their younger peers with enthusiasm and care, helping them to build and refine their fairy habitats Their encouragement and teamwork played a key role in the success of the day
The two Senior Science staff fairies, ‘Fairy Liquid’ and ‘Fairy NonBio’ commented: "The students had lots of fun building the terrariums It is important for future generations that students realise the importance plants play in creating an ecosystem that people can survive in Eco-domes like the ones the students made are going to be important when establishing life on other planets"
We are also very grateful to our Science staff teachers
Inspiring others on Earth Day
In honour of Earth Day, our Helping Others Protect the Environment (HOPE) Club encouraged staff and students to write an environmental pledge on a green heart, to enable our community to think about what they could do to support environmental protection
With the this year's theme of 'Our Power, Our Planet', Earth Day serves as a reminder for our students that progress doesn't just come from administration or election, it comes from daily actions from communities of people to protect where they live and work.
The green hearts will be collected and put up as a special display. A huge thank you to our HOPE Club for the work they do on environmental protection.
Celebrating Community and Environment
Year 7 Rest and Reset Day
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Year 7 students took part in a “Rest and Reset” day focused on relaxation, mindfulness and purposeful achievement
The programme combined calm, reflective sessions such as yoga, sound baths and mindful colouring with more active and collaborat Orienteering, Dance spent time in the We offering space for qu
The Pipers staff and Sixth Form came together for their annual netball match and the atmosphere on court was fantastic. Both teams threw themselves into the game with real enthusiasm and determination, with some great passing and shooting on show.
While the Sixth Form definitely showed off their fitness and agility, the staff team weren’t about to be intimidated and eventually took the win. It’s a much-loved fixture and a brilliant example of how spo
Staff v Sixth Form Netball
Celebrating Community and Environment
Australian Exchange - another succcessful year!
This half-term, we were pleased to welcome Year 9 Australian exchange students from Abbotsleigh School in Sydney to Pipers, as part of the reciprocal exchange programme.
During their stay, they engaged fully with academic lessons and the rhythm of daily school life, gaining insight into the distinctive character of the Pipers community while forming meaningful peer connections.
Among the experiences that resonated most strongly was the Pipers Radio Station, which prompted particular interest as a student-led facility, which they were keen to suggest as an addition to their own School facilities, on their return to Australia
Congratulations to a key member of our Professional Services Team and alumna Emma Bolton on her recent marriage to Omar Taufik.
Celebrated on 5 April 2026 at South Farm in Royston, th celebration brought together both Iraqi and British traditions, including a zafa band and the lively dabke dance It was particularly special to see Emma celebratin alongside fellow Pipers alumna; Megan Brown, Rebecca Blundell (née Dunn), Alice Davis, Rachel Horton-Kitchlew Louise Cox, Cassie Hughes and Polly Sumner (née Annetts-Burke), all of whom left Pipers in 2013 and hav remained closely connected ever since We extend our warmest congratulations to Emma and Omar, and wish them every happiness in the years ahead
Raising Money for Picaflor House
As part of our ongoing relationship with Picaflor House in Peru, our Pipers Community came together to wear red and white (the colours of the Peruvian Flag) for Mufti Day in the first part of the Summer Term.
The vision of Picaflor House is to create a community where every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, becoming righter, selfciety. In the Pipers have e, and this term
Head of Co-Curricular Mr Macken
earlier at school?
ng during PE, but I then made the team and later p g e of identity at school, alongside my passion for Drama. But it then changed my university experience completely. I immersed myself in the club during my 4 years at University, making best friends for life (including Bestman at my wedding, and godfather to one of my children!) and all because I started playing during PE
What’s the most surprising club you think students should try at least once?
Yoga or Sound Bath - I don't think many students experience those activities anywhere else, and they are a great way to unwind and give yourself some time to reflect in your week
If you had to join three Pipers clubs right now, what would they be and why?
British Sign Language to achieve a qualification and worthwhile life experience; Model United Nations because I would love to explore more about negotiating and discussing global issues, and Rounders because it's a load of fun, and I love to be competitive!
What do you think students gain from clubs that they don’t get in the classroom?
The relaxed environments where you build relationships with students in other year groups, and with staff you may not be taught by, as well as developing so many personable skills, like collaboration, empathy and communication.
Which club would you recommend to someone who isn’t sure where to start?
We have lots of clubs that are "low stakes", such as Boardgames, Social Tennis, Run for Fun, Mini Crafters or Mindfulness Colouring. These are great as they are open to all abilities, and don't require a big end result, such as a performance or competition They are great for students wellbeing but also loads of fun, where you will meet likeminded individuals.
Do you have a hidden talent you wish you could turn into a club at Pipers?
Hmmm I'm not sure students would join a 'Name That Flag' Club, but identifying national flags is definitely a hidden talent of mine!
The club you’d secretly love to run yourself?
Probably one of the dance clubs, as I love how creative they can be with performances I definitely don't have the skillset for it, but would love to be better at dancing!
Really pleased with the student commitment to the afterschool enrichment programme there is - as I'm running around during Run For Fun club, it's great to see students taking part in Tennis and Athletics, as well as Dance and musical rehearsals. Taking full advantage of our facilities and resources until 5 or 6pm each night is definitely a really valuable experience for the students
What makes the co-curricular programme at Pipers distinctive?
We are developing the programme to reflect our education curriculum in being bespoke and forward thinking. I want to broaden our offering to ensure that taking part in the clubs is a really valuable benefit to the students, not just something to entertain them at lunchtime So we're putting in place opportunities to truly be enriched, through experiences they will remember forever, and I'm really excited for how it will develop over the coming years.
One piece of advice to students choosing their clubs next term?
The age old advise is try something new, and I still stand by that. But I would also say, think of a club like choosing your academic pathways - what are you passionate about, what will you benefit from doing, and how will you be developed by joining those clubs? Think of yourself in 5 years or 10 years time - what will you want
