St Helen's School

Behind the Scenes with Year 6 🎭✨

Take a look at our Year 6 pupils in action as they prepare for their exciting production of The Wizard of Oz! From rehearsing lines to bringing characters to life—and even designing their own props—their creativity and enthusiasm are already shining through.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the performance next week – it’s sure to be a magical show!

Prep School Sports Day 2026: A Fantastic Celebration of Energy and Team Spirit

Prep School Sports Day for Years 3 to 6 was a joyful and action-packed event, with pupils showcasing their talents across a range of exciting track and field events. From sprints and relays to jumps and throws, every student gave their very best and demonstrated impressive determination throughout the day.

All four houses – Curie, Earhart, Keller, and Nightingale – competed with enthusiasm, pride, and incredible team spirit. The energy on the field was matched by the cheers from supporters, creating a lively and inspiring atmosphere that made the day truly special.

Congratulations to everyone who took part and contributed to such a memorable event. A special well done goes to Nightingale, who were crowned overall winners of Prep School Sports Day 2026 – a fantastic achievement!

It was a brilliant day that celebrated not only sporting success but also teamwork, resilience, and school spirit.

Senior School Sports Day 2026: A Celebration of Spirit, Strength, and Success

Senior School Sports Day proved to be an unforgettable event, filled with energy, determination, and outstanding displays of athleticism. From thrilling races to impressive field performances, the day showcased the very best of our students’ talents.

Team spirit was at an all-time high across all four houses, with Brontë, Franklin, Kahlo, and Seacole competing fiercely while cheering each other on every step of the way. The enthusiasm of supporters around the track and field added to the magic of the day, creating a vibrant atmosphere that truly captured the essence of Sports Day.

Year 8 student Priya perfectly captured the excitement of the day in her reflections. Read her full account here:
https://www.sthelens.london/blog/2026/06/18/thrilling-races-and-unforgettable-moments-mark-sports-day/

We were delighted to welcome Altru Drama to St Helen’s for an exciting, high-energy STEM performance titled Material World: Engineering the Future.

Blending live theatre with interactive science, the show took our Year 7 and 8 students on a journey into the fascinating world of materials. Exploring how metals, composites and smart materials shape everything from everyday objects to cutting-edge technology.

Students were actively involved, tackling challenges, thinking creatively and discovering how STEM is used in real-world engineering, aerospace and innovation.

The performance was engaging, inspiring and a fantastic way to bring classroom learning to life, helping our students see the exciting possibilities within STEM careers.

A huge thank you to Altru Theatre for such an interactive and memorable experience!

Happy Father’s Day to all our wonderful dads, grandfathers and father figures in the St Helen's School community 💙

Last Friday, our EYFS children enjoyed a very special Father’s Day breakfast to celebrate the occasion. It was a lovely morning filled with smiles, laughter and some truly special moments shared together.

We hope everyone has a fantastic day celebrating! 🎉

Our Year 1 and 2 pupils became mini‑chemists for Prep Science Week.

Pupils headed to the Senior School labs to explore acids and bases, creating their own red cabbage indicator to test everyday substances. They quickly picked up scientific vocabulary, handled equipment with care, and showed impressive precision in measuring and analysing results. Their enthusiasm was infectious - “they absolutely loved it,” said Rebecca Garton, Prep School Teacher.

Curious what learning feels like at St Helen’s? Let your child step into our classrooms at the 7+ Entry Taster Day for future Year 3 pupils. Spaces fill quickly — reserve yours today: https://www.sthelens.london/admissions/visit-us-open-events/

We’re proud to share that St Helen’s has been awarded the prestigious Wellbeing Award for Schools (WAS)

This national recognition celebrates our whole-school commitment to emotional wellbeing and mental health - embedded across every aspect of life at St Helen’s. From pupil-led initiatives and dedicated Wellbeing Ambassadors to staff training, curriculum integration and strong partnerships with parents, wellbeing truly sits at the heart of our community.

While this is a moment to celebrate, we remain committed to listening, evolving, and strengthening our provision even further.

Read more about our approach to pastoral care and wellbeing:
https://www.sthelens.london/life-at-st-helens/pastoral-and-wellbeing/

☀️🎉 What an Amazing Summer Fair! 🎉☀️

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for our Summer Fair, organised by our parent body FOSH! It was a truly fantastic day filled with fun, laughter, and community spirit.

From the exciting funfair rides and lively games and stalls, to the ever-popular bouncy castle, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The food, performances, and raffle added to the wonderful atmosphere, and our charity bake sale was a great success too!

We’re so grateful to all the volunteers, performers, and attendees who made the day so special. Your support means so much and helps make events like this possible.

✨ We can’t wait to do it all again next year! ✨

Move Up Day Magic: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

“Do we really get to go to our new classroom today?”

As one pupil said, “It makes the next year feel real.” And that’s exactly why holding Moving Up Day towards the end of the summer term is so powerful.

Move Up Day brings excitement across Prep and Senior as pupils step into their next chapter. Held at the end of the summer term, it’s the perfect moment to celebrate progress and spark enthusiasm for what’s ahead.

From meeting new teachers to sitting in new classrooms, pupils leave saying, “I can’t wait for next year!”

A simple day with a powerful impact - building confidence, connection, and excitement for the journey ahead.

Year 7 Welcome Event: The First Step into Senior School

We were delighted to host our incoming Year 7 pupils last Friday, giving them the opportunity to begin familiarising themselves with life in Senior School.

A highlight for many was meeting the supportive network around them, including their Senior Sister, Year Leader, Prefects and House Captain, alongside many other key members of staff who will guide them throughout the year. These introductions reassured students that they are joining a community where support, encouragement and leadership are always within reach.

It was wonderful to see them settling in so quickly and embracing this exciting new chapter.

We look forward to seeing you thrive when you officially join us in September!