<![CDATA[Prince Henry’s Grammar School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D20%26amp%3Bnid%3D2 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:38:57 GMT Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:38:57 GMT <![CDATA[ Anne Frank Trust Workshops ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=77 The Anne Frank Trust worked alongside some of our Year 9 Students this week, helping develop their peer mentoring skills.

]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:38:57 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=77 <![CDATA[ U15s are Leeds Netball Champions! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=76 Our U15 Netball Team won the Leeds Schools Netball Tournament, being crowned champions.

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:16:00 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=76 <![CDATA[ Rugby teams triumph in 4 Yorkshire Cup Finals ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=75 Our four talented boys' rugby teams won their Yorkshire Cup Finals - an amazing achievement!

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:40:33 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=75 <![CDATA[ We are Yorkshire Secondary School of the Year ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=74 We are celebrating after being named as Secondary School of the Year in the My Local Awards.

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 17:01:34 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=74 <![CDATA[ National Careers Week is a puzzle! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=73 Year 7 had a puzzling time in forms, trying to unscramble medical professions for National Careers Week.

]]> Fri, 6 Mar 2026 09:29:11 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=73 <![CDATA[ D & T Students excel! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=72 We are very of our Design and Technology students who did brilliantly in the Rotary Club Competition, coming second in KS3 and KS5 and winning the KS4 group. Amazing.

]]> Wed, 4 Mar 2026 13:59:08 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=72 <![CDATA[ Life Sciences Trip Sprouts Knowledge ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=71 Our Year 13 Biology students enjoyed real life scenarios while visiting the Life Sciences Centre in Newcastle.

]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:24:23 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ New Sponsor fills the Gap ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=70 The First XV at Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley are celebrating this week, as not only are they through to the Yorkshire Cup Final, they have also secured a sponsor for their new kit – Waingap Construction.

]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:13:46 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=70 <![CDATA[ Four Teams make Yorkshire Cup Final! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=69 It is going to be an exciting weekend for the boys' rugby teams at Prince Henry's, as four teams have made the finals of the Rugby Union Yorkshire Cup.

]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:10:04 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ Red Kite Battle of the Bands Thrills ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=68 One of our school bands had a great experience at the Red Kite Battle of the Bands, playing a gig in front of a packed house the The Wardrobe in Leeds.

]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 10:05:28 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ U12s in Yorkshire Cup Final ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=67 The U12 Boys’ Rugby Team are celebrating after they booked their place in the Yorkshire Cup Final with a 45-15 win over Rastrick School.

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:45:06 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ Grease was the Word! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=66 This year’s school production Grease, played to more than 1200 people, with 4 evening shows and the Year 6 primary school transition matinee. Every aspect of the production had students involved – from the talented cast and show band, to those working backstage, designing and operating the lighting and helping with sound, make up and costumes.

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:27:52 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=66 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form lead the way in Cambridge Chemistry Race ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=65 A team of Sixth Formers from Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley is celebrating after they finished as the top non-selective state school in the prestigious Cambridge Chemistry Race, placing 16th out of 60 schools competing at Cambridge from across the country.

]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:19:05 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=65 <![CDATA[ School awarded Equal Access to Football Award ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=63 We were delighted to receive the Football Foundation Equal Access to Football Award in the post this week

]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:12:56 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=63 <![CDATA[ Vote for us for Secondary School of the Year (Yorkshire) ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=62 We have been nominated as Secondary School of the Year in the My Local Yorkshire Awards.

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:24:25 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ Students Rise to Panathlon Challenge ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=61 Our Sports Leaders ran a great Panathlon event for SEND students from Prince Henry's, Benton Park, Guiseley, Horsforth and Ralph Thoresby schools as part of a Leeds School Sport challenge.

]]> Fri, 6 Feb 2026 08:59:56 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ Debate Team Through to Regional Final ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=60 Our Sixth Form Debate Team are performing extremely well at the English Speaking Union's Mace Debating Competition, storming through to the Regional iInals.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:49:51 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ Leeds Schools' Cross Country at Prince Henry's ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=59 We hosted the latest round of the Leeds Schools' Cross Country Competition at Wharfemeadows, and we are so proud of our staff for organising and the amazing performances by our students!

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:11:05 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ U16 Netballers are through to the final 8 in Nationals! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=58 Last week, the U16 Netball Squad travelled to Sunderland to play Whitburn CofE Academy in Round 3 of the Sisters in Sport National Netball Plate.  PHGS won 41-33.

"We are now through to the 4th round/final 8 schools. There was amazing team work from the girls!" said Mrs Cooke.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:59:07 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ U16 Rugby vs U17 Rugby - who won? ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=57 It was the clash of the ages as the U16 Boys' Rugby Team took on the U17 Boys' Rugby Team in difficult weather conditions! It was a very spirited match, with end to end play throughout.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:51:29 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=57 <![CDATA[ Year 12 visit Rudding Park ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=56 Year 12 & 13 Food Science and Nutrition students visited Rudding Park, to learn how an operation of that size is run.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:48:13 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=56 <![CDATA[ Year 8 take on the Royal Grammar School in Newcastle ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=55 Our Year 7 and 8 Netballers and Rugby Teams had a great weekend in Newcastle, playing against some tough opposition. We are so proud of how they dug in and played.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:41:53 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=55 <![CDATA[ Students love A Christmas Carol ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=54 Year 10 and 11 students enjoyed a seasonal trip to the Leeds Playhouse production of A Christmas Carol.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:35:51 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ ASDAN Students Ace Food Bank Collection ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=53 A group of Sixth Formers organised an annual Christmas Food Bank Appeal, doing their bit to support the Otley Food Bank. The food bank appeal is part of the ASDAN Level 3 Personal Effectiveness course, which helps young people develop their skills in teamwork and employability.

]]> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:27:41 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=53 <![CDATA[ Celebration Evening 2025 ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=52 Students from across the years at Prince Henry’s were rewarded for their achievements in all areas at the annual Prince Henry's Celebration Evening at Otley Common. Over 500 students, invited guests, proud parents and carers and staff enjoyed the experience, as Guest Speaker and ex-student, Katherine Hannah, sports journalist for BBC Radio Leeds, handed out awards. 

]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 14:00:06 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ Admission Policy Review 2027-2028 ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=51 We are required to review and consult on our admissions policy for the 2027–2028 academic year due to the statutory 7 year review requirement. As part of this process, we are holding a 6 week public consultation from 8th  December 2025 to 18th January 2026. To view a copy of the policy please see the attachment below. 

]]> Fri, 5 Dec 2025 07:38:08 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ Leeds Active Travel High School of the Year! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=49 For the third year running, we have been named as Leeds Secondary School of the Year in the Modeshift Stars School Active Travel Awards. 

]]> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:56:03 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=49 <![CDATA[ Record-breaking Open Evening! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=48 A record breaking more than 1000 parents and carers and children flocked to our recent Open Evening to find out about joining the school next year in Year 7. 

]]> Tue, 7 Oct 2025 13:50:30 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ School Open Evening - 6th October 2025 ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=47 Is your child in Year 6 in September 2025? Are you choosing their High School? Join us on Monday 6th October 2025 from 6pm until 8.30pm for our annual Open Evening. There is no need to book.

]]> Tue, 7 Oct 2025 09:02:36 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ GCSE students knock it out of the park! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=45 Following our exceptional A Level results last week, Year 11 students have also delivered an impressive set of GCSE results at Prince Henry’s.  We are so proud of our students who, with the support of their teachers, have once again excelled.  They have shown remarkable perseverance to be rewarded with some extremely strong outcomes, particularly at the higher end. An impressive number achieved top grades across a range of subjects, surpassing national averages by 10%. Nearly a third of all GCSE grades awarded were at 9-7.  Students achieved highly across various measures, including 62% who achieved a strong pass (5+) in both English and Maths and over 68% 5+ in all GCSEs.  As usual there is much to celebrate with numerous individual accomplishments hidden amongst the data to outline our pride in Prince Henry’s being a fully inclusive school supporting all students to flourish and achieve.  

]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:59:42 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ Students excel with record results! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=44 PRINCE Henry's Grammar School students have excelled themselves again, achieving a bumper set of record results at A Level.

]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:51:04 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ Art and Languages Lead the Way as Community Education returns ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=43 The new Community Education programme is packed with courses in 9 languages and a whole host of hobbies and interests.

]]> Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:42:02 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ Timanyane Volunteering is a huge success. ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=42 This year’s Timanyane Day at Prince Henry’s Grammar School was a huge success, with students volunteering in the Community and visitors from across the area leading workshops and discussions in school. “Timanyane Day" (which means "Let's know each other") is where Prince Henry’s focuses on themes of Global Citizenship, Sustainability, Social Justice, Equality and Diversity.  

]]> Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:40:29 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ Chippindale Pool is In Gear! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=41 Following a competitive tender process to run the Chippindale Pool at Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley, in partnership with the school, the Collaborative Learning Trust is pleased to announce that the tender has been awarded to InGear Swim Ltd.

]]> Wed, 4 Jun 2025 12:19:31 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Rugby Triumph! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=40 The rugby season ended brilliantly at Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley when the school’s teams secured four Yorkshire Cup victories and took a fifth team to the final, creating a historic moment for the school. In hard fought matches, teams saw off challenges from Ripon Grammar School, Ilkley Grammar School and Wolfreton School.

]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 08:59:23 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Kate White MP Visits Prince Henry’s ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=39 Local MP Katie White visited Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley for a working lunch with the Head Students, Eco-mittee and Headteacher Sally Bishop. While she was visiting she also had time for a short tour of the school.

]]> Fri, 23 May 2025 14:02:49 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ LES MISERABLES IS ‘AMAZING’ ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=38 Fri, 23 May 2025 13:07:41 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ Celebration of Students is a Great Success ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=34 Students from across the years at Prince Henry’s Grammar School in Otley were rewarded for their achievements in all areas at the annual Prince Henry's Celebration Evening at Otley Methodist Church. Over 500 students, invited guests, proud parents and carers and staff enjoyed the experience, as Guest Speaker and ex-student, Heather Thomas, the first female skipper of an all-female crew to win a round the world yacht race, handed out awards.

]]> Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:19:09 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ WE ARE OUTSTANDING! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=33 Prince Henry’s Grammar School, one of the founding partners of the Collaborative Learning Trust, is outstanding in all areas!  Following the recent Ofsted visit at the start of November, we are delighted to share with you the published report which celebrates the achievements of students and staff and is very well-deserved.  We could not be more proud of the whole school community who impressed the inspectors consistently over the 2 day visit.We received five ‘Outstanding’ judgements from Inspectors, including for the Sixth Form provision.

]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:34:38 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=33 <![CDATA[ Weekend Workshops - 26th October ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=27 Join us for a day of fun workshops at the start of October Half Term, as part of our Community Education programme. We are offering full day and half day workshops in a variety of activities on Saturday 26th October between 10am and 4pm – exact times vary, depending on the workshop.

]]> Sat, 26 Oct 2024 10:05:10 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=27 <![CDATA[ 100s flock to Open Evening ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=26 Our recent Open Evening at  was a great success, with over 800 children, parents and carers flocking to find out more about joining the school next year in Year 7.

]]> Wed, 9 Oct 2024 11:55:21 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=26 <![CDATA[ GCSE Results showcase hard work! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=25 We are all incredibly proud of our Year 11 students at Prince Henry’s, who, with the support of their teachers, have achieved an excellent set of GCSE results.  They have shown remarkable perseverance since their education was first interrupted by the pandemic early in their secondary education in Year 7, to be rewarded with some extremely strong outcomes, particularly at the higher end.

]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:28:44 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=25 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form Open Evening - Thursday 7 November, 6.30-8.45pm ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=24 Come and find out more about our popular and high-achieving Sixth Form at this year's Open Evening. The event takes place from 6.30pm until 8.45pm on Thursday 7 November 2024.

]]> Fri, 8 Nov 2024 13:02:28 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=24 <![CDATA[ Students achieve amazing results ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=23 "Once again we are all incredibly proud of our sixth form students who celebrate the culmination of their hard work today in receiving their well-earned exam results.  A huge congratulations and well done goes to all of our students – you have flourished at Prince Henry’s, and we hope you can now enjoy your achievements and look forward to what the future may hold. The vast majority of students have succeeded in securing a place at their first choice university, apprenticeship or workplace. We wish all of them the very best for their next steps whatever their destination.”

Sally Bishop, Headteacher, Prince Henry’s Grammar School

]]> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:49:33 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=23 <![CDATA[ ESEP Student wins Olympic Bronze! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=22 Team GB Gymnast Harry Hepworth, who left Prince Henry's in 2022, delivered an amazing performance to win the first ever men's vault medal at the Paris Olympics.

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:47:13 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=22 <![CDATA[ New Community Education Programme booking now! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=21 Our brand new Community Education programme of evening classes and workshops, open to anyone in the community from 11 to 111, is now on sale!

]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:34:29 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=21 <![CDATA[ School Open Evening - 7th October 2024 ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=20 Is your child in Year 6 in September 2024? Are you choosing their High School? Join us on Monday 7th October 2024 from 6pm until 8.30pm for our annual Open Evening. There is no need to book and you can see the full programme on the attachment below.

]]> Wed, 9 Oct 2024 11:52:32 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=20 <![CDATA[ Year 10 Timanyane Volunteering ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=19 Year 10 students spent their Timanyane (Global Citizenship) Day working with organisations in Otley. The day saw students working on community projects with Leeds City Council Park Rangers, Otley Parish Church, the Bridge Church, at Spring Gardens Care Home, with the Friends of Weston Woods and the Talking Newspaper and in Otley primary schools.

]]> Thu, 1 Aug 2024 13:46:22 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=19 <![CDATA[ Students win through to world final! ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=18 Students in Year 10 are celebrating after they became the leading grand prix team in England, winning themselves the chance to travel to Los Angeles for the World Final of the H2 Grand Prix Pro Series.

]]> Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:34:27 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=18 <![CDATA[ Fairtrade Community ]]> https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=17 Our student Fairtrade Group took over the Buttercross stall in Otley, to promote Fairtrade products to local people. Prior to the event, the students had a fierce Bake Off competition, which was won by Hattie Michael in Year 10. They cooked cakes, biscuits, buns and more with Fairtrade ingredients.

]]> Thu, 30 May 2024 14:34:15 GMT https://www.princehenrys.co.uk/news/?pid=20&nid=2&storyid=17