Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre

📱 Parent Information Evening – Introduction of Yondr Phone Pouches

We’re inviting all parents and carers to join us for an information evening about the introduction of Yondr phone pouches at Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre.

This session will explain how the Yondr system works, why it is being introduced, and how we will continue to support student wellbeing, communication and safety. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and hear directly from school leaders.

📅 Monday 22nd June
🕕 6:00pm
📍 Highdown School Hall

To help us plan for attendance, please register your place here:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=A0fOQITwQUy0ICoaMUBRJ2_UAWPBmztEoQ9aS0epVslUQ1BOMklYN0xNUVBETUhTUTAyTlFQTlZPMy4u

You can still send your card after National Thank a Teacher Day!

It’s not too late to say thank you. If there’s a teacher, teaching assistant or member of support staff who has made a difference to you or your child, you can still send them a FREE personalised e-card through .

Take a moment to send a personalised message of thanks today and send your free thank you e-card today at thankateacher.co.uk/

🍽️ Free School Meals Changes – We’re Here to Help

From September 2026, more children will be eligible for free school meals. If your family receives Universal Credit, your child may now qualify.

Parents and carers must still complete an application form, even if they already receive Universal Credit.

If you’d like help understanding the changes, checking eligibility, or completing an application, join us at our Free School Meals Coffee Morning:

📅 Tuesday 16 June
⏰ 10:00am–11:00am
📍 Highdown School

Our team will be available to:
✔️ Answer your questions
✔️ Help complete applications
✔️ Explain the new eligibility criteria

No booking required – simply drop in for a coffee and chat with our team.

Please bring your National Insurance number if you would like support completing an application.

Applications should be submitted by 19 June 2026.

🎤 HIGHDOWN HOUSE TALENT SHOW 2026 🎤

We are excited to invite families to our annual House Talent Show, featuring performances from students across all four houses.

📅 Friday 2 July 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Main Hall, Highdown School

🎟 Tickets: £3.50 per person (available via ParentMail)
🍴 Refreshments will be available to purchase

We recommend booking early as spaces are limited. We look forward to welcoming you for a fantastic evening.

Join us at our Summer Open Mornings and discover what makes our school so special ✨

🏫 Tour our campus
👩‍🏫 Meet our staff and students
🌟 See our vibrant community in action

Places are limited, so be sure to book your visit via our website.

☕ Thinking about becoming a Learning Support Assistant?

Join us for our LSA Coffee Morning at Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre and discover what it’s like to work in a rewarding role supporting young people to achieve their potential.

Meet members of our team, learn more about the role, ask questions, and find out about current opportunities.

📅 Thursday 18 June
⏰ 9.30am–11am
📍 Highdown School Main Office

Register your interest via the form linked in our bio/caption.

https://forms.office.com/e/hQA5pjWphL

Year 12 Visit the Tower of London👑

On Friday 5th June, 26 of our Year 12 students visited the Tower of London with Mr Scobey. It was a fantastic day exploring the armoury, the White Tower and, of course, the Crown Jewels 👑

Students also walked the historic grounds where figures such as Anne Boleyn, Catherine Howard and Lady Jane Grey once stood, bringing their learning vividly to life.

As part of their A-level studies on the Wars of the Roses, students attended a specialist seminar, helping to deepen their understanding of this fascinating period of history.

A huge thank you to Mrs Springer, Mr Scobey and our brilliant Year 12 students for making it such an enjoyable and successful trip!