Head Students reflect on the year...
Published 12/05/25, by Lou Wordie
Head Students Sam Petrie and Lily Rollinson take time to reflect on their year in the role. This is what they had to say...
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Read MoreA (special) day in the life of a Headteacher
Published 10/02/25, by Pippa McPhersonI frequently get asked by students (and sometimes even staff or parents) what it is like to be the Headteacher at PHGS, and my response is always the same. A privilege. However, no two days are the same and you cannot predict what will be thrown your way, where you will need to be, or how best to respond dynamically often in very challenging circumstances.
Read MoreTeaching, Learning and Cognitive Science - how we use evidence-based practice to ensure that students achieve exceptional outcomes
Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPhersonWhilst much of the news in education over the past decade has involved teacher shortages, SEND needs and changes to qualifications, there has also been a steady body of research in cognitive science, which in recent years has shaped the way that we teach. This short blog takes a look at the latest research on how children learn, and how we implement this here at Prince Henry's.
Read MoreBehind the scenes on residential trips
Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPhersonThe final half term of the year is traditionally the busiest in terms of trips and visits at Prince Henry's. Large numbers of students from Key Stage 3 will experience trips to Germany, France and Spain. These will complement the many local day trips for work to support studies in lessons. All of this on the back of trips to the Belgian and French Battlefields, Iceland, Italy, The Gambia, South Africa ....
Read MoreAttendance - the post-pandemic landscape
Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPhersonNavigating the Post-Pandemic Educational Landscape: National Concerns Surrounding School Attendance and Absence Rates
Read MoreA shared understanding of our Vision and Values
Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPhersonIn September 2023 we launched our refreshed 'Vision and Values' statement and graphic. In this post, we consider why we need a shared understanding of what is important to us as a school. We also explain how we went about agreeing on just nine words to sum up all that we stand for.
Read MoreA response to the recent parent/ carer survey around behaviour
Published 21/10/24, by Pippa McPhersonLast month we asked parents and carers to share their understanding and experience of our behaviour system, known in school as Positive Discipline (PD). The responses to this survey were reassuring, enlightening and at times thought-provoking to read. All the feedback was useful, and this will be considered as we move forward with PD over the next year.