Haberdashers' Abraham Darby

Y13 results 2026
Students at Haberdashers' Abraham Darby have received another set of impressive A Level and BTEC grades, securing excellent university and apprenticeship destinations. This is a fantastic achievement and a thoroughly deserved reward for two years of hard work, study, revision and preparation.
Principal, Joe Edgar and Head of VI Form said. "We are understandably thrilled for our students and are very proud of them. They have worked hard, studied well and achieved some very impressive grades. Celebrating with students on Results Days are the stand-out highlights of the school year. Everyone associated with Haberdashers' Abraham Darby is proud of these achievements and wishes the students the very best as they move on to their chosen next steps.

Some amazing achievements include:
Kiera: A*, A, A – University of Exeter to study Law
Ben: A*, A, B – University of Manchester to study Physics with Astrophysics
Amelia: A*, A, Distinction* x 2 – Keele University to study Physiotherapy with Integrated Masters
Ekam A*, A, C – University of Birmingham to study Mechanical Engineering
Katie: A, A, B – Cardiff University to study English Literature
Mutaqeen: A, B, B - University of Liverpool to study Law

A big thanks to our sponsors, the Haberdashers', who awarded 6 scholarships to assist youngsters with their university costs.

Year 11 dressed with panache for the School Prom. For the glamorous and dapper students it was an unforgettable evening.

Year 11 dressed with panache at the School Prom. For the glamourous and dapper students it was an unforgettable evening.

Towards the end of the summer term we held our annual Sports Day.
Once again it was a great success with a number of school records being broken. It was also the first time we had a cow and Spiderman taking part!

School will be open as usual to all pupils, including sixth form, at the usual time next week. External temperatures are predicted to drop to 26-27 degrees, and some cloud is expected.
Pupils should continue to wear either Academy PE kit or relaxed school uniform (shoes, trousers/skirts, shirts and a tie) until the end of term. Please ensure that your child brings a water bottle to school.

House Arts has been re-scheduled for later in the week, so as to avoid external examinations taking place on Monday and Tuesday.

Summer Savings
Rising prices can make life's little treats harder to afford, especially during the school holidays when costs build up for families. This Government is determined to help, and that is why last month the Chancellor announced the Great British Summer Savings scheme.
From 25 June to 1 September 2026, the Government is temporarily cutting VAT from 20% to 5% on children's meals in restaurants, children and family tickets to cinemas, theatres, concerts and exhibitions, and admission to a wide range of attractions. Combined with free bus travel during August for children aged 5 to 15 in England, families and young people will be able to enjoy experiences that make summer special, including visits to the kinds of cultural and educational attractions that enrich children's lives outside the classroom.
As part of this campaign, there is an attraction finder website which allows families to type in their postcode and find participating venues near them to make the most of summer savings. To use the attraction finder, please visit https://summersavings.gov.uk

The School Prom - Friday 10th July - The Telford Hotel, Great Hay Drive TF7 4DT
Students will be arriving from 6pm

The academy will be closed to pupils in Y7-9 on Friday 10th July 2026. This is not a decision taken lightly, however continued high and increasing temperatures and humidity in much of the school building are now compromising our ability to ensure the safety and welfare of our community. Pupils in Y10 should come into school as normal, they can be accommodated in the cooler classrooms. They should continue to wear relaxed uniform or PE kit and bring their water bottles
We are sorry for the inconvenience and disruption that the closure will cause, and you will know that we have absolutely tried to avoid doing so but the safety of our school community is paramount.

The academy will be closed to pupils in Y7-9 on Thursday 9th July and Friday 10th July 2026. This is not a decision taken lightly, however continued high and increasing temperatures and humidity in much of the school building are now compromising our ability to ensure the safety and welfare of our community. Pupils in Y10 and Y12 should come into school as normal, they can be accommodated in the cooler classrooms. They should continue to wear relaxed uniform or PE kit and bring their water bottles
We are sorry for the inconvenience and disruption that the closure will cause, and you will know that we have absolutely tried to avoid doing so but the safety of our school community is paramount.
The End of Term Concert on Thursday July 9th will go ahead as planned (the auditorium is air conditioned).

We held a penalty shootout at lunch time. Pupil nominated players took shots with Mr Ryan Richards (Head of Y7) in goal...

Year 7 scored 3, Ryan saved 12
Year 8 scored 3, Ryan saved 4
Year 9 scored 2, Ryan saved 7
Year 10 scored 3 Ryan saved 6
6th Form scored 1 Ryan saved 3