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19/11/24

Come and find out what is troubling Christopher so much!Get your tickets to The Upper School Production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night–time. Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 & Thursday 28 November at 6.30pm. Tickets £7.50 each, available now on ParentPay. pic.twitter.com/nQW1Rnn640

19/11/24

Here’s our display for - featuring books about inspirational men 📚🚹 pic.twitter.com/DmYvcqJH0c

19/11/24

Reminder to Year 13 parents that booking for online Parents’ Evening opens today at 6pm. pic.twitter.com/sWD68sF8QS

19/11/24

After competing in a first round heat, our amazing Year 12 debating team made it through to the second round of the ESU Schools' Mace debating competition, the oldest schools' debate competition in the world - they worked so hard and were brilliant, well done! pic.twitter.com/uHseMMGPZ4

19/11/24

Recently some Year 7 students were tackling a math challenge involving the volume of water using their problem solving skills to work out the equation, then Mr Allen brought learning to life by demonstrating the answer! pic.twitter.com/ybTJKBMvVg

18/11/24

It’s pre-production week and the cast are running the first section of the play ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime’ 🐕 pic.twitter.com/lEr4jqXly2

18/11/24

Christmas lunch - Wednesday 11 DecemberIf you would like your child to have Christmas lunch, please make payment of £4 via ParentPay by Monday 25 November.We will not be able to offer any other food on the day so those not having Christmas lunch must bring in lunch from home.

18/11/24

Some Sixth Form students engaged in a talk with - one of Britain’s most influential opinion researchers. Joe shared inspiring insights in a series of talks to students studying Maths, Psychology and Business, offering real-world examples to help enrich their studies. pic.twitter.com/Be3ibPlann

16/11/24

SJL Concert Band rehearsing hard tonight in preparation for the Christmas concert on 18th December 🎵 pic.twitter.com/OLBei5SHwA

16/11/24

Our KS4 Sax group having their last rehearsal before our inaugural Chamber Concert next week, and sounding fabulous! Do come and hear them and other SJL Chamber groups at St Nicholas Church, 19th Nov, 7pm. Entry free pic.twitter.com/aDs0vsPI6u

16/11/24

It's showtime!Tickets are now on sale for our upper school performance of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night–Time. On Tuesday 26, Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 November at 6.30pm.Tickets are £7.50 each, available on ParentPay. pic.twitter.com/rPCbz5kjI1

15/11/24

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/RQjnzKfGUq

14/11/24

Today Year 11 Drama students have been rehearsing their devised pieces for the GCSE showcase, where they will be assessed on their acting or design ability. pic.twitter.com/1KtZ639vpY

14/11/24

Year 12 enjoyed an interesting talk from the this morning. The presentation covered the benefits of university, life in Birmingham, the opportunities that university brings and tips on personal statements and applications.#SJLfutures pic.twitter.com/A9niFGfAkk

14/11/24

Reading Week - our school library is the perfect place to find your next read and our fantastic Librarian is always on hand with amazing recommendations, there really is something for everyone! pic.twitter.com/ouTf2odnMP

14/11/24

Cutting flowers in November! Clearing leaves too. pic.twitter.com/ZfxW7MJsov

13/11/24

Reminder to Year 7 parents that booking for online Parents’ Evening closes tomorrow, Thursday 14 November, at 6pm. pic.twitter.com/9oLuPLecDb

13/11/24

It’s reading week across SJL this week, an opportunity for students to prioritise reading in all their subjects. We really value the importance of reading to support students’ wellbeing, their understanding of the world and vocabulary development.Happy reading! pic.twitter.com/u000a5pwIg

12/11/24

Year 11 students kicked off the morning with inspiring workshops from exploring revision strategies for their GCSEs. In the afternoon they joined our 'Futures Fair,' where sixth form students shared insights and advice on post-GCSE options.#sjlenrichmentday pic.twitter.com/cvAuEF8560

12/11/24

Our Year 8 form groups have each selected their best ‘pitch’ and are ready to face the Dragons where they’ll try to persuade them to ‘invest’ in their greener ideas for the school. Good luck! pic.twitter.com/XUKETeP4VN

12/11/24

Year 7 students are diving into activities and challenges that build essential skills for the future, then putting these new skills to the test by designing a job advert for the Step into the NHS competition - a chance to get creative and work as a team.#sjlenrichmentday pic.twitter.com/8Sk25zhkLj

12/11/24

Some fantastic Dragen’s Den pitch’s taking shape by Year 8 students with lots of fantastic ideas to help SJL become a greener school. pic.twitter.com/e9fbBofRWO

12/11/24

Our Year 10 students are engaging in workshops with where they’re uncovering the science of learning and exploring practical strategies to make revision and independent study more effective.#sjlenrichmentday pic.twitter.com/cQ2758Rmfi

12/11/24

Year 9 students are rotating through a carousel of workshops where teachers will share experiences of their careers before teaching - they will discuss opportunities and dive into hands-on activities, tasks and challenges to explore those career paths.#sjlenrichmentday pic.twitter.com/s2qgkn9ME7

12/11/24

Year 8 students are learning about global warming and the concept of ‘think global, act local.’ Later they'll work in teams to research a Dragons’ Den style pitch of their best ideas on how SJL can go greener. We can’t wait to see what they come up with! pic.twitter.com/fRjZG779b5

Parental Support Services

Financial Support

Harpenden Trust

Support for individuals, families and young people in need within Harpenden.

The Care Fund offers support for individuals and families and young people in need within Harpenden. Families can be provided with confidential help to meet the cost of school uniforms or essential school trips. 

https://www.theharpendentrust.org.uk/how-we-can-help/care-fund

Email: admin@theharpendentrust.org.uk
James Marshall Foundation

Supporting young people in Harpenden and Wheathampstead since 1722

The journey through primary and secondary school is exciting but can also be an expensive time. JMF offers funding for items such as uniform and PC’s for homework that may be required to advance your education. 

https://www.jamesmarshallfoundation.co.uk/

The James Marshall Foundation has launched a new online application form which can be used by both parents/carers and schools to make grant requests. 

https://www.jamesmarshallfoundation.co.uk/apply-for-funding.html

 

Useful Helplines

Family Information Service

Free, friendly impartial information/guidance on a full range of childcare, children’s services and resources across Hertfordshire:

Call 0300 123 4052

www.hertsdirect.org/fsd
Frank

Free confidential helpline for parents and teens who need advice on drugs and alcohol.

Telephone: 0800 776600 (Open 24/7)
Harpenden Plus Partnership

Offering a free and confidential services to parents/cares of families of children who attend our partnership schools. 

Telephone: 01582 623676                             

https://www.saunceywood.herts.sch.uk//harpenden-plus-partnership-of-schools

Email: familysupport@saunceywood.herts.sch.uk
Parentline Plus

24-hour helpline for parents: 0800 77 66 00
Youth Talk

Youth Talk for teenagers and parents in St Albans District

Phone: 01727 868684

www.youthtalk.org.uk

Email: info@youthtalk.org.uk
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