“Where children flourish in confidence, creativity, and care.”
St Hilda’s is unique in character and appeal and a special place to educate your child. I am delighted to welcome you to our website, which offers a broad flavour of all that takes place in our busy and vibrant School.
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Wellbeing
The wellbeing of all children, staff and parents at St Hilda’s is our first priority. Everyone has responsibility for others’ wellbeing, and we endeavour to continue the “family feel” that has run through St Hilda’s for over 100 years.
Extra Curricular
St. Hilda’s offers a wide range of Extra-Curricular Activities which seek to cater for a range of interests and abilities. There is something on offer for everyone.
Safeguarding
At St. Hilda’s School, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a responsibility we all share. We are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive.
Outdoor Learning
At St. Hilda’s, Forest School is a child-centred learning programme that aims to promote holistic development, fostering resilient, confident, independent, and creative learners.
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The athletics season has started at great pace here at St Hilda`s.
Fresh from their Easter break, Forms III-VI were straight onto the track at Stockwood Park, developing their sprinting, middle distance running and relay skills in preparation for the season ahead.
With the girls back into their stride, Forms III and IV threw themselves into an athletics meeting at home against Abbots Hill. The visitors arrived full of energy and excitement, and all the girls quickly got stuck into a variety of field activities, before coming together on the track for a shuttle relay and 200m race.
Meanwhile, our youngest athletes in Nursery and Reception teamed up with our Form V girls for a very special athletics carousel with Beech Hyde. Across a series of throwing and jumping stations, the older girls supported and encouraged their younger teammates beautifully, making the event a wonderful celebration of participation, friendship and teamwork.
Particularly special was seeing our EYFS girls take part in their very first (and very friendly!) competitive sporting event — and what a brilliant introduction it was under the sunny spring sky.
A huge well done to all the girls for embracing every athletic opportunity with such effort, enthusiasm and spirit.
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From volleyball matches against new international friends to the magic of Mont St Michel and its sinking sand, this year’s Form VI France residential was packed with unforgettable moments.
The girls and their three `légendaire` teachers shared so many laughs and adventures across the week: dressing `French` for dinner, Twister with pen pals, goat milking, baguette making, market shopping, beach singing and ferry bingo, to name just the tip of the iceberg!
Rumour has it that one Form VI member even developed a taste for escargot, enjoying eight in one sitting...
One week. So many memories.
Quel voyage, Form VI! 🇫🇷
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Choosing a school is about more than what you see - it’s about how it feels.
Visit us this term and experience the warmth, energy and individuality that make our school "uniquely special" (current parent).
Whether you`re looking for a Reception 2026 place or would like to explore what`s on offer for our senior girls, join us for one - or all! - of our events and discover how it feels to be known, to be valued, to belong.
Scan the QR code to register via our website, or contact our Admissions Officer, Nicole Fairhead, on admissions@sthildasharpenden.co.uk, 01582 712307.
We can`t wait to welcome you through our iconic red door.
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✨ Join our team at St Hilda`s School, Harpenden ✨
We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our outstanding Nursery team. The post would suit someone with previous experience in a school or day nursery, who wishes to nurture the individual strengths and character of our pupils.
For more information, and to apply, please visit the vacancies page on our website.
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Lights. Music. Magic.
Over the Easter break, a group of our senior girls stepped into the world of Wicked, exploring creativity, performance and the thrill of the stage.
From bold, expressive character work to show-stopping singing, our Ozians delivered a truly spellbinding showcase that we are sure Elpheba and Glinda would have approved of.
Well done to the girls and drama department on a gravity defying week of West End wonderment.
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The Summer Term has got off to a flying start, with plenty to celebrate across St Hilda’s sport already.
🎿 We may be heading into the warmer months, but snow has dominated our sporting headlines this week. Eight of our girls took to the slopes at the ERSA Schools Skiing Competition in Norwich — and what a fantastic performance the team produced. Our U10 (Cat 0) team skied brilliantly to take 1st place overall in their age category. The U12 (Cat 1) team also raced with determination in a highly competitive field, finishing a very credible 6th.
There was also an outstanding individual performance from Reva (FIV), who secured 3rd place in the U10 category, while Georgia (FV) and Arabella (FII) impressed in their very first race.
We are so proud of the progress the girls have made through their winter training with Alex Reidy and, as always, it was wonderful to see such strong St Hilda’s team spirit on display.
🏐 At the end of last term, the always much-anticipated Staff vs Form VI netball matches brought the St Hilda’s court to life. With the whole school out in force to cheer from the sidelines, the atmosphere was incredible. Playing for the pride of their House, every match was fiercely contested, with Lanc ultimately emerging victorious — but the real highlight was the spirit, camaraderie and joy shared by players and spectators alike.
A truly special way for Form VI to sign off their time on the St Hilda’s court, and a perfect reflection of the community spirit that makes our school so special.
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