“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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What a day for the SHS ski team! St Hilda`s are @isaschools National Indoor Ski Champions, after a brilliant day of racing at @thesnowcentre in Hemel Hempstead.
This was a big, competitive championship, with more than 250 racers from nearly 50 independent schools entered across the day. In the junior girls` competition alone, 49 girls from 17 schools lined up, including strong squads from Rydal Penrhos, Abbot`s Hill, Parsons Green Prep, Knightsbridge School and Thomas`s Battersea.
Last year, our team were narrowly pipped into second place by Rydal Penrhos. This year, they came back determined, and it showed. St Hilda`s built a clear winning margin and took home the trophy for Overall Best Junior Girls.
There were individual podium placings too, with a superb performance from Reva L, who took gold 🥇 in the U10s, and Georgia E, who claimed bronze 🥉 in the U12s.
Every one of our eight skiers played their part, and this result is a real reflection of the hard work, commitment and team spirit the girls have shown in training. A huge thank you to our coach, Alex Reidy, and to all the parents for their fantastic support on and off the slope.
We`re so proud of you, girls, and can`t wait to see what the rest of the ski season brings.
#sthildasharpenden #SHSsportingstars #ISAsport #skiing #champions
Say cheese! 📸
A little behind-the-scenes glimpse at school photo day today — with individual portraits, sibling snaps and class photos all taking place throughout the morning.
There was some very serious posing. Some very questionable posing 😝. And quite a lot of giggling in between.
Another ordinary day at St Hilda’s - with a little something extra for the album at the end of it.
#sthildasharpenden #schoolphotos #schoollife #behindthescenes @splaatphoto
There’s nothing like a run in the September sunshine to set you up for the week ahead.
Our girls took to the field during break-time for the Daily Mile - running, walking, chatting, encouraging one another and pushing themselves to go as far as they could.
It was lovely to see the whole school moving together, committing to `their mile` whilst also cheering each other on.
Because the Daily Mile isn’t about being the fastest or running the furthest. It’s about everyone getting involved, moving at their own pace and enjoying being active together.
Such a lovely start to the week at St Hilda’s!
#sthildasharpenden #dailymile #activegirls
Some things change. Some things stay with you forever. 🕊️
On Saturday, St Hilda’s welcomed former pupils and staff from across the eras back through the red doors for our very first Alumni gathering — and what a wonderfully special afternoon it was.
There were hugs between friends who hadn’t seen each other for decades. Reunions with teachers whose impact is still felt all these years later. And old girls from different generations enjoying each other`s company and stories, which flowed with such ease and warmth that it became clear just how much of St Hilda’s stays with you.
There were memories of swimming outdoors all year round, even breaking the ice on the pool in winter. Of roses on blazers at Sports Day; of house points, order marks and detentions. Of looking out from classroom windows at the horse chestnut trees and hearing the grandfather clock chime. Of teachers who noticed, encouraged and changed things for the better.
And then there was the school chef and her rather questionable portioning technique of the lunchtime Spam…
But beneath all the stories, one theme came through again and again: community, friendship and teachers who made a lasting difference.
The atmosphere was warm and joyful — proof that while the buildings may change, the memories made here can last a lifetime.
After all, once a St Hilda’s girl, always part of the story.
#sthildasharpenden #sthildasalumni #schoolreunion #schoolmemories #onceasthildasgirlalwaysasthildasgirl
A little less uniform, a little more denim. 👖💙
Today, our girls swapped their red blazers for denim to support Jeans for Genes Day — a chance to dress down, have some fun and support a very worthwhile cause, helping to raise awareness and vital funds for children and families affected by genetic conditions.
A huge thank you to our wonderful community for your generous donations and support.
#jeansforgenes #teamdenim #carpedenim
Kinda chic to come to our Open Morning and experience St Hilda`s for yourself.
📆 Saturday 3rd October, 10am-12pm
🔗 sthildasharpenden.co.uk/admissions/open-days/
#sthildasharpenden #openday #prepschool #harpendenparents #hertsparents
