Leicester High Girls Excel in Cambridge Chemistry Challenge

This prestigious national competition takes Year 12 pupils beyond the A-level syllabus, and our students impressed with their enthusiasm, determination, and love of science. It’s wonderful to see their hard work recognised at such a high level — a proud moment for everyone at Leicester High School for Girls. The girls achieved Silver and Copper awards, with one student just two marks away from Gold. For the school to see so many pupils recognised in such a demanding competition is a remarkable achievement, reflecting not only the talent and determination of the students but also the School’s strong reputation for science.

This follows excellent results in the National Biology Olympiad earlier this year, where Leicester High girls also gained national recognition. Together, these results highlight the way Leicester High consistently supports girls to achieve at the highest levels in STEM.

Head of Chemistry, Mrs Karen Greenwood, praised the students, commenting:
"The Cambridge Chemistry Challenge requires creativity, resilience and a real love of Chemistry. Our girls have shown all of these qualities in abundance, and we are extremely proud of them."