Haberdashers' Monmouth School

Yesterday was filled with smiles, celebrations and plenty of proud moments as students opened their results, shared the news with friends and celebrated with the teachers and families who have supported them throughout their journey.

For many, it was also the start of an exciting new chapter, with students now looking ahead to joining our Sixth Form and the opportunities that lie ahead. It was a real pleasure to see this year group celebrating together and reflecting on all they have achieved.

We are incredibly proud of every student and wish them every success as they take their next steps.

⭐Today, we are celebrating an excellent set of GCSE results and, most importantly, the students behind them.

With over half of all grades awarded at 9-7 (A*-A) and a third at 9-8 (A*), these results are a reflection of the talent, enthusiasm and commitment demonstrated by this exceptional year group throughout their time at school.

These outcomes highlight not only academic excellence, but also the breadth of achievement across the cohort. From sport and music to drama, leadership and service, our students have made a significant contribution to life at Haberdashers' Monmouth School, and we are immensely proud of all they have accomplished.

Congratulations to every student on this well-deserved success.

🔗 Read the full story: https://www.habsmonmouth.org/top-gcse-results-2026

Haberdashers' Monmouth School is delighted to host its Future Education Symposium on Thursday 17 September, bringing together distinguished leaders from education, industry and public policy to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation.

Chaired by Dame Hilary Boulding, former President of Trinity College, Oxford, the panel features an outstanding line-up including Sir Warren East, former CEO of Rolls-Royce; Yvonne Roberts-Ablett, Head of Curriculum Policy at the Welsh Government; Tom Campbell, CEO of E-ACT Multi Academy Trust; Martin Collier, former Master of Haileybury and Sarah Fletcher, former High Mistress of St Paul's Girls' School.

Together, they will explore how education can respond to technological disruption, environmental change and an increasingly unpredictable global landscape, while considering the knowledge, skills and character young people will need to thrive in the decades ahead.

Open to parents, educators, pupils, business leaders and members of the wider community, this is a rare opportunity to engage directly with some of the most influential thinkers shaping the future of learning.

Join us from 4.30pm for refreshments, with the symposium taking place from 5pm to 6.30pm in the Recital Hall at St Catherine's Campus.

Places are limited. Book your place today and be part of a conversation that will help shape the future of education.

🔗 https://www.habsmonmouth.org/future-education-symposium

What started with a silver cup in Mr Roffe's office became a journey into a forgotten chapter of Haberdashers' Monmouth School's history. 🏆

Curious about the origins of the Five Ways Cup, our History Hunters set out to uncover its story. Their research revealed a remarkable connection between Haberdashers' Monmouth School and King Edward VI Five Ways School in Birmingham, whose 350 pupils were evacuated to Monmouth on 1 September 1939 as Britain stood on the brink of war.

For almost five years, the Birmingham boys shared the School's facilities, lived with local families and teachers, and became part of the fabric of the town. As the History Hunters dug deeper, they uncovered photographs, records and personal stories that brought this extraordinary period to life.

Among their discoveries was a photograph of the famous "Gargling Parade" of 1940. During a measles outbreak, nurse Mrs Windram organised daily temperature checks and antiseptic gargling for the boys. Inspired by the image, the History Hunters recreated the photograph in exactly the same location 86 years later, although they opted for water rather than TCP!

The pupils also discovered the significance of the cup that sparked their investigation. Presented to Monmouth School at the end of the evacuation, the Five Ways Cup celebrated the hospitality, kindness and friendship shown between the two schools during a time of uncertainty and upheaval. Fittingly, it bears the inscription: "In friendship lies the hope of the world."

At this year's Speech Day, the Five Ways Cup was awarded to Liz for Friendship, ensuring that its powerful message, and the remarkable story uncovered by our History Hunters, continues to inspire future generations.

Year 5 enjoyed a fantastic visit to Nature in Art, rounding off a wonderful year of Art with Mrs Griffiths. The pupils took part in two creative workshops, crafting clay tiles and exploring the art of wet felting, taking home two unique pieces of artwork each.

The workshop leaders praised the children for their excellent behaviour, which continued as they explored the galleries and exhibitions at beautiful Wallsworth Hall, with the anamorphic frog proving a firm favourite. A break in the rain also allowed them to enjoy the grounds and discover the sculptures throughout the gardens.

A special highlight was meeting David Skidmore, Artist in Residence, who was delighted to hear how the children had researched his work. Evelyn and Mary particularly impressed him by sharing how his tiger drawings had inspired their own artwork.

Mrs Griffiths, Ms De Sousa and Mr Kennedy were incredibly proud of the pupils' creativity, curiosity and exemplary behaviour throughout a memorable day filled with artistic inspiration. ✨

Choosing a Sixth Form is about more than selecting A levels. It's about finding a place that will challenge you academically, broaden your horizons and help you discover where your ambitions could take you.

At Haberdashers' Monmouth School, our Futures Programme is a defining part of the Sixth Form experience. Through personalised mentoring, university and careers guidance, networking opportunities and industry connections, students gain the confidence, skills and experience to make informed decisions and stand out in an increasingly competitive world.

Whether your ambitions lead to Oxbridge, Medicine, Engineering, the Creative Industries, a degree apprenticeship or a path entirely your own, we'll help you explore what's possible and take confident steps towards your future.

🗓️Sixth Form Information Evening
Thursday 1 October, 6pm

Discover a Sixth Form that combines academic excellence, exceptional pastoral care and a distinctive focus on preparing every student for what comes next.

✨ Your future starts here. Book your place today.

Book your place today - https://www.habsmonmouth.org/sixth-form-open-evening-october

🎉 Congratulations to our Class of 2026! 🎉

From Physics at Imperial and Natural Sciences at Cambridge to French at Oxford and Music at Bristol, our students are preparing for an exciting range of next steps following another year of strong A level results.

This year's cohort achieved 42% A*-A grades and 71% A*-B grades, with students securing places on highly competitive courses across science, engineering, languages, medicine, music, law and more.

We are incredibly proud of all they have achieved and wish them every success for the future.

Follow the School News link in our bio to read the full A level results day article.

🌿 GCSE Geography Fieldwork at Blackpool Brook 🌿

During the recent heatwave, our Year 10 GCSE Geography students headed to Blackpool Brook in the Forest of Dean for an exciting fieldwork investigation. Thankfully, the woodland setting provided plenty of shade and cooler conditions as pupils carried out their research.

Working in teams, students collected data at eight different sites along the brook, measuring width, depth, velocity, pebble length and pebble roundness to investigate how river characteristics change downstream. They confidently used a range of fieldwork equipment, including flow meters, callipers, tape measures and metre rulers.

A particular highlight of the day was meeting a Forestry England Ranger, who explained the challenges climate change poses to the forest and how the woodland is managed to protect biodiversity and support conservation efforts.

Back in the classroom, students analysed their findings, evaluating whether the evidence supported their hypothesis and identifying any anomalies in the data collected along Blackpool Brook.