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20/01/25

Some Year 8 students have been exploring the beauty of Japanese fish painting in art class, using intricate drawing and painting techniques to produce stunning artwork - simply fin-tastic! pic.twitter.com/kw7O0PFnuB

20/01/25

The annual SJL Gym and Dance display will take place on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 February, showcasing the incredible skills, creativity and hard work of our amazing students - an event not to be missed! Tickets are available now on ParentPay. pic.twitter.com/Q04AJrS7KY

17/01/25

Catch up with everything that’s been happening at SJL this week with a roundup from Headteacher Mr Newbery. Plus, the latest SJL Newsletter is out now… https://t.co/Qh6Dn325yS pic.twitter.com/Onixhueki9

17/01/25

Our Year 11 students are busy working on their GCSE free composition, combining their own instruments with digital programmes Sibelius and Garage Band. Their compositions will showcase both their skill and creativity, and we can't wait to hear them! pic.twitter.com/RSfxQRGTTn

16/01/25

Year 11 Netball 🏐 This afternoon the year 11 netball team played Beaumont in a league game. A tight game which finished in a draw 16-16. Well done to all the girls who played and player of the match Lizzie 👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/B7ypD2g3eS

16/01/25

Click the link below to watch the upper school production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night–Time which our students performed last November - what a fantastic play, so much talent and hard work from the student cast and crew! https://t.co/yRPIjPpF4C#SJLproud pic.twitter.com/CWCpiJSIHb

16/01/25

Year 10 GCSE History students & some KS3 students had an incredible experience at a brilliant hands-on hosted by historian Dr. Bill Smith, delving into the real-life story of WWII hero Arthur Cornell - helping to build a deeper understanding of this time in history pic.twitter.com/8ur4hubJqm

15/01/25

We are excited to welcome Year 11 students and guests to our Post-16 Information Evening. You will have received an email outlining your personalised schedule of talks to attend and we look forward to showing you around. Please note, registration to attend the evening has closed pic.twitter.com/sr7EZB1Qb9

15/01/25

Year 7 students have been tackling the tricky world of multiplying decimals in maths class today - plenty of focus, determination and problem solving! pic.twitter.com/UbBYy4C4DN

14/01/25

Reminder to Year 11 parents that booking for online Parents’ Evening closes tomorrow, Wednesday 15 January, at 6pm. pic.twitter.com/KShQcDsnod

14/01/25

We are looking forward to welcoming students to our Post-16 Information Evening on Wednesday - check out this video for a taster of life in our Sixth Form... pic.twitter.com/drMu26Vaa6

14/01/25

Year 7 Basketball 🏀 SJL 47 - 10 Aldwickbury An impressive start to the year 7 Basketball season with students putting on a well rounded display of both offence and defence! Points shared around the team too! Next up Verulam (A) pic.twitter.com/9HN91kEIok

13/01/25

We are collecting empty plastic tubs to help raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support - the tubs will be sold to a recycling organisation with money raised going to the charity. Students can hand them in to form tutors or at reception. Please bring them in by Friday 31 January. pic.twitter.com/hQEhYD1tk4

13/01/25

A perfect way to start the week. Pre-school Badminton Club. A healthy body is a healthy mind. pic.twitter.com/8G1NK2i0ns

10/01/25

Some fantastic books on their way! https://t.co/SImdkSx79x

10/01/25

A word from Headteacher Mr Newbery as we welcome all students back from the Christmas break and end our first week in the new spring term. Plus, our latest SJL Newsletter is out now- https://t.co/Qh6Dn31xJk pic.twitter.com/XJvJOclKwn

10/01/25

House Points - at SJL we take every opportunity to celebrate the effort and achievements of our students through Merit Marks, ACE Cards, Faculty Commendations and Head’s Commendations - as we start the Spring term the current House Points tally stands at... pic.twitter.com/mxaJrMK9wH

09/01/25

Year 9 students were mastering new skills in Food Technology class, learning the art of baking - mixing the ingredients, kneading the dough and creating their designs ready to bake. The room smelt amazing as they came fresh out the oven!#bakingbread pic.twitter.com/rMFBYWxvuf

08/01/25

Reminder to Year 11 parents that booking for online Parents’ Evening opens today at 6pm. pic.twitter.com/YVJEkusT96

08/01/25

Year 11 students were learning about the titration technique in science class - using it to determine the concentration of an unknown vinegar solution. pic.twitter.com/Lle3Ky2GlW

07/01/25

Parents’ Evening for Year 9 will take place on Tuesday 4 February 2025 online via SchoolCloud. Further information about SchoolCloud and how to book your appointments will be sent home. pic.twitter.com/co09ua9FGe

05/01/25

Term Date Reminder - Monday 6 January 2025 is an INSET day, school will be closed to students. Tuesday 7 January, students return to school. Term dates can be found on the school website https://t.co/nCY6jzrm3K pic.twitter.com/W3aJ8Q5jV9

24/12/24

Wishing everyone a fabulous Christmas - celebrate the festive season with our wonderful Christmas Concert, watch it here:https://t.co/0oJgh6TI6H

23/12/24

Vacancy - we have exciting opportunities available here at Sir John Lawes to join our outstanding team - apply now https://t.co/yPZW2ueHvB pic.twitter.com/NW07RFVGdv

20/12/24

Take a look at just some of the amazing highlights from the Autumn term - thank you to our amazing students, staff and SJL community! pic.twitter.com/6HOtrNv7Fr

Lettings

Welcome to the Lettings section of our school website. 

We are pleased to offer a broad range of facilities for hire to the community including our separate purposed built Sports Hall.  We are conveniently situated in the centre of Harpenden and all of our lettings have convenient free on-site parking.

Some of the facilities available to hire include the following:-

Sports Hall

Our spacious Sports Hall is available to hire weekday evenings and at weekends and caters for:-

  • Badminton
  • Football
  • Netball
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Tennis
  • Hockey
  • Gymnastics

Main Hall

Our bright airy hall is suitable for performing arts, dance, choir shows/ rehearsals, fundraising evenings and large meetings.

This hall can readily accommodate 200 people seated and is equipped with a stage, projector, theatrical lightning and sound*.  Our Lettings team are readily available to discuss any specific requirements that you may require.

Conference Room/The Read Room

We have a lovely airy conference room suitable for seminars,  AGMs, training sessions, workshop easily accomodating 20 people.  Facilities include white board, projector, wifi access.

Drama Studio

Our wonderful drama studio is used by small performing arts groups for workshops and performances.  Its is highly verastile with sound and lighting and has tiered seating for audiences.

Playing Fields

Our fabulous playing fields can be used for summer holiday camps, athletic training and cricket.

Specialist Classrooms  e.g. Art  

Our art studio is perfect for adult art classes.

Classrooms

Our classrooms are ideal to host foreign language classes, adult education sessions, club and society meetings. 

All classrooms offer wifi, whiteboards, and projectors.

Tennis Courts

We currently have four standard outdoor tennis courts.

 

Should you wish to make a booking or indeed have any enquiries then please feel free to contact the school 01582 760043

*subject to a small additional charge

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