Leicester High School for Girls Parent Portal - LHS Newsletter: 24 March 2025

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Dear Parents,

As we reach the end of this term, I want to share how proud I am to be sharing my first end-of-term newsletter as Head of Leicester High School for Girls. Over recent weeks, I have seen our students approach school life with confidence, kindness and ambition, supported by families and staff who care deeply about this community. It is a privilege to lead a school where students are known, valued and encouraged to give their best, and I am very grateful for the warmth and support shown throughout the term.

I hope you will enjoy some of the highlights shared in this newsletter, and that the break ahead provides a chance to rest and recharge.

Mr John Partridge,

Headmaster

07 Mar 2026

Celebrating International Women’s Day at Leicester High School for Girls

There was a real sense of energy and inspiration around the school as we celebrated International Women’s Day with a full day of talks, workshops and conversations designed to encourage our pupils to think about the many possibilities open to them in the future.

19 Mar 2026

Public Speaking Event Inspires Thoughtful Debate Across the School

Our recent Public Speaking Event brought together pupils from across the School for an engaging and thought-provoking afternoon of debate, with parents also invited to join us.

17 Mar 2026

A Golden Performance: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Delights Audiences

It was wonderful to see so many families, staff and friends in school as Leicester High School for Girls was transformed into a world of pure imagination for our production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

17 Mar 2026

Leicester High School for Girls Named Finalist for Service Excellence

We are delighted to have been named a finalist in the SME Leicestershire & Rutland Business Awards, recognising the School’s commitment to service excellence and the strong relationships it builds with pupils and families.

Ski Trip to Sestriere

This week, a group of pupils are away in Sestriere on the school ski trip and, by the time this newsletter reaches you, they will be well into their time on the slopes. These trips are always a special part of the school year, giving the girls the chance to try something new, support one another and enjoy time together outside the classroom. We look forward to hearing about their experiences when they return.

02 Mar 2026

Live Music at Leicester High: The Mercians Bring Energy and Wellbeing to Years 6–10

We were delighted to welcome The Mercians to Leicester High School for Girls for a live, interactive session with students in Years 6–10.

02 Mar 2026

An Inspiring Afternoon with the CATIL Quintet

Year 8, 9 and 10 students recently attended a special Enrichment Music trip to hear the CATIL Quintet perform live as part of the Leicester International Music Festival.

19 Mar 2026

World Book Day Brings Stories to Life

There was a lovely atmosphere across the school as pupils and staff came together to celebrate World Book Day, with a day centred around reading and the enjoyment of books.

Life at Leicester High School for Girls

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20 Mar 2026

Exploring Chaucer with a Leading Academic

Leicester High School for Girls was delighted to welcome Professor Dr Thomas Honegger of Friedrich Schiller University Jena, one of the most renowned academic experts in Medieval English, for a special A-level lecture exploring the topics of Chaucer and Medieval English society.

25 Feb 2026

Inspiring Leadership in Year 9

Our Year 9 pupils recently took part in an engaging Leadership Session led by Naila Mehrabova, kindly supported by one of our parents.

Sports Camp – Register Your Interest

Following the success of last summer’s Sports Camp led by our Sports Coach, Sam Tratt, we are exploring the possibility of running the camp again this August. The proposed dates are w/c 10 August 2026, from 9.00am–3.00pm, and it would be open to girls and boys aged 8–13. The week offers a great opportunity for children to stay active, try a range of sports and spend time with friends during the holidays.
If your child may be interested in attending, please complete the short form below by 1 April. There is no commitment at this stage — we are simply gauging interest.

👉 Register your interest here