The past two weeks at school have been full of energy, opportunity and celebration, with students taking part in a wide range of events that highlight both their learning and the many possibilities ahead of them.

Last week we celebrated Careers Week, culminating in a fantastic whole-school Careers Fair on Thursday. We were delighted to welcome around 50 different organisations including universities, colleges and employers from a broad range of industries. Students had the chance to speak directly with professionals working in fields as varied as property and construction, engineering, the creative industries and performing arts, we even had a visit from the London Fire Brigade complete with their engine. It was an incredibly valuable experience, giving students the opportunity to ask questions, explore pathways and start thinking about the exciting futures that lie ahead.

On Friday we marked World Book Day, celebrating reading and storytelling. Our Year 7 students enjoyed a special visit from a guest author, Matt Killeen from Epic Tales, who spoke to the whole year group, followed by a series of storytelling workshops about the creative process and the power of books to inspire imagination.

Alongside these events, students have also been taking part in a number of educational trips and experiences. A group of Year 8 students attended a Green Careers Showcase in London Zoo, exploring future careers linked to sustainability and environmental innovation. Our KS3 Dance students attended the Camden Dance Festival. Our Year 10 Music students went to see a production of Les Miserables. Our A-level Media students also had the opportunity to visit the Roundhouse as part of their course, gaining valuable insight into the industry.

Back in school, our Year 11 Drama students are currently completing their practical examinations, and we are incredibly proud of the dedication and professionalism they have shown throughout the process. Year 11 Design & Technology students will also be taking part in their DT “Make Day” this Friday as they continue developing their coursework projects.

Looking ahead to next week, we are excited to welcome families to our Year 9 Choices Evening, supporting students as they begin the important process of selecting their GCSE subjects and planning the next stage of their educational journey.

- Tamsin Morrell, Assistant Head

Whole School Notices

GCSE Drama Theatre Visit – Donmar Warehouse

Year 10 GCSE Drama students recently attended a performance of Evening All Afternoon at the Donmar Warehouse in London as part of their curriculum studies.

The play explores examine grief, identity and family relationships. Through a non-naturalistic structure, the story centres on a mother figure whose presence is symbolically represented throughout the performance, blurring the lines between past and present.

Students responded thoughtfully to the production, particularly praising the lighting design.

Zain said that the lighting design  was 'Clever and symbolic, the individual lightbulbs appeared to represent the mother’s spirits. The use of silhouettes was highlighted as especially striking and visually powerful.'

Behaviour throughout the visit was mature and exemplary, and students represented the school with professionalism.

Drama Department

The International Arts Festival 2026 - THURSDAY 18th of JUNE, 5 to7.30.

With 603 EAL students and 59 different languages spoken at Hampstead, our school is a truly special, multicultural, and multilingual community. We are delighted to invite you to our annual celebration, the International Arts Festival at Hampstead School, taking place on Thursday 18 June, from 5.00 to 7.30 pm. The theme of this year’s festival is Courage.

The evening will feature stalls selling food and artefacts from many countries, run by students and staff. There will also be a vibrant programme of music and drama performances, alongside a poetry recital in a range of languages.

Refugee Week 2026 invites us to explore the theme of courage, and our festival proudly forms part of the Refugee Week celebrations across London. For refugees around the world, including our refugee students here at Hampstead, courage is often a daily necessity. It is the courage to face unknown journeys, learn new languages, form new friendships, begin a new life in a foreign country, navigate unfamiliar systems, adapt to a new environment, or simply wake each morning and step into an uncertain world.

We look forward to welcoming you on 18 June.

Year Group Updates

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Term Dates 2025-26

Key Contacts

Reception

If you need to contact the school please call Reception on 020 7794 8133 or email enquiries@hampsteadschool.org.uk

Year Group Leadership

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