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I love being the headteacher of this school. Not only does the progress we have made over recent years fill me with enormous pride, but I also know that this is a school where staff and students work exceptionally well together. We are a school that is going places! Niall Smith MA (Cantab), NPQEL - Headteacher

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Southborough Celebrates Its Best Set of GCSE Results EVER!

Featured - 6th Sep 2024

Southborough Celebrates Its Best Set of GCSE Results EVER!

GCSE Results Day 2024 proved to be a particularly upbeat day for not only our students but for the school itself, with Southborough celebrating its best set of GCSE results - and highest Progress 8 score – EVER! For a number of years, Southborough has nurtured and developed a growing number of systems and processes that successfully target, inspire, motivate and above all support our boys in their jo

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Year 10 geographers test hypotheses with fieldwork

Posted 11th Jul 2025

Year 10 geographers test hypotheses with fieldwork

This half term, our Year 10 geographers embarked on an exciting journey to explore river landscapes in the UK. As part of their curriculum, students delved into the fascinating world of the Bradshaw Model, which illustrates the changes that occur downstream in a river. To bring their classroom learning to life, they had the unique opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge to a real l

Southborough hosts Junior Reading Conference

Posted 4th Jul 2025

Southborough hosts Junior Reading Conference

Southborough welcomes every Year 5 student from ‘South of the Borough’ to a special Reading Conference featuring author Natasha Farrant It was an absolute privilege to welcome every Year 5 student from ‘South of the Borough’ – including Ellingham Primary, St Mary’s Primary, Lovelace Primary, Castlehill Primary and St Paul’s

Southborough Charity Support Update

Posted 27th Jun 2025

Southborough Charity Support Update

Charity work and community outreach plays a big part in Southborough’s Culture It goes without saying that charity and community outreach in schools are crucial for fostering a sense of social responsibility, empathy, and well-rounded development in students. These initiatives extend learning beyond the classroom, offering opportunities for students to engage with and contribu

Southborough Students Investigate the Cambridge University Offer

Posted 23rd Jun 2025

Southborough Students Investigate the Cambridge University Offer

A Visit to Homerton College This June, a group of enthusiastic Southborough High School students had the exciting opportunity to visit Homerton College, University of Cambridge, as part of their outreach programme designed to inspire the next generation of scholars. Located in the heart of Cambridge, Homerton is the university’s largest and one of its most inclusive co

Super-curricular trip: 'Fixing Our Broken Planet'

Posted 20th Jun 2025

Super-curricular trip: 'Fixing Our Broken Planet'

Eco-Club and Science Students Shine at the Natural History Museum During the week, our enthusiastic Eco-Club and Science students embarked on an exciting super-curricular trip to the Natural History Museum. This visit was part of a Student Consultation aimed at developing resources for the museum's upcoming 'Fixing Our Broken Planet' exhibit. The

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Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Posted 13th Jun 2025

Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Adventures in the Countryside Southborough High School has been associated with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award for over 17 years, promoting resilience, commitment, and teamwork. The DofE Award is highly recognised by top universities. Our school offers both Bronze and Silver Awards, with 65 students taking Bronze and 23 taking Silver. More of our  students than ever are pa

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Fieldwork Adventures for Year 12 Geographers

Posted 6th Jun 2025

Fieldwork Adventures for Year 12 Geographers

Exploring Geography Beyond the Classroom This past half term has been an exciting and enriching period for our Year 12 geographers. As part of their curriculum, they embarked on a series of fieldwork trips designed to develop their analytical skills and prepare them for their upcoming non-examined assessment (NEA). These trips offered hands-on experience and insight into a diverse r

VE Day 80 Normandy trip

Posted 23rd May 2025

VE Day 80 Normandy trip

The 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe, was commemorated earlier this month on Thursday May 8, 2025. Celebrations across the UK included a military procession down The Mall, appearances by the King and Queen at Buckingham Palace, and a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey. Up and down the country, people got together with neighbours and frie

Young Leaders; Fundraiser for GOSH

Posted 16th May 2025

Young Leaders; Fundraiser for GOSH

Here at Southborough High School, we are committed to helping every student achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We recognise that each learner is unique, with individual strengths and needs, and we tailor their journey accordingly. Whether through a traditional academic route or a more blended approach including vocational study, our aim is to nurture ambition, b

Swimming for confidence and safety

Posted 9th May 2025

Swimming for confidence and safety

Southborough’s new learners from Years 10 and 12 Today, a group of our Year 10 and 12 students embarked on a truly transformative journey at St John’s Sports Centre – learning to swim. This initiative, organized by James Colbert and Niall, aims to equip our students with essential life skills and promote water safety. By mastering swimming, students gain confidence

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Mental Health Awareness: Peer Education Project

Posted 2nd May 2025

Mental Health Awareness: Peer Education Project

At Southborough, we believe that it’s more important than ever for students to be made aware of mental illness, to understand the importance of why it can happen to anyone at any time, know what the most common signs are of it first developing and what can be done to contain and even prevent its’ onset. We also believe that it’s important to remove the stigma that often co

A-Level English Literature Conference

Posted 25th Apr 2025

A-Level English Literature Conference

Just before Easter, Southborough High School hosted a special A-Level English Literature Conference. Organised by our fabulous English Faculty and supported by our super Sixth Formers, the day proved to be both enjoyable and rewarding. Students and staff from George Abbot School and Fullbrook School joined us and it was great to meet and share ideas and thoughts with so many like-mi

Friendship Day '25

Posted 4th Apr 2025

Friendship Day '25

As a relatively small school, one of our biggest strengths is the positive relationships that we develop between staff and our students. No student is overlooked and every student matters. And when – five to seven years later – our students leave Southborough to move on to university or the workplace, they leave as well educated, well rounded, confident and happy young men. At Southborough, we

Intermediate Maths Challenge Success at Southborough!

Posted 28th Mar 2025

Intermediate Maths Challenge Success at Southborough!

Best ever results for our students Here at Southborough, we absolutely love Maths! To inspire our most able mathematicians and keep their skills sharp, we proudly ensure that they compete nationally each year in the Intermediate Mathematical Challenge. This is a 60-minute, 25-question multiple-choice competition run by the UK Mathematics Trust. The Challenge is designed to promote m

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Globe Players Bring Shakespeare to Life for Year 7 Students

Posted 23rd Mar 2025

Globe Players Bring Shakespeare to Life for Year 7 Students

Last Friday, Southborough High School had the privilege of hosting the renowned Globe Players for a captivating performance of William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. The event, held in the main hall, was specially arranged for our Year 7 students, many of whom were experiencing live theatre for the very first time. From the moment the players stepped onto the stage, the au

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Year 10 Geography Fieldwork

Posted 21st Mar 2025

Year 10 Geography Fieldwork

Urban regeneration in Stratford School trips are well-regarded for offering enriching experiences beyond the classroom. They support personal development, enhance social skills, and create memorable moments, all of which contribute to a more rounded education. These excursions play a vital role in helping individuals grow both academically and personally, making them an integral par

World Book Day '25 at Southborough

Posted 14th Mar 2025

World Book Day '25 at Southborough

“Reading is a basic tool in the living of a good life.” (Mortimer.J.Adler) World Book Day is a registered charity on a mission to give every child and young person a book of their own. It’s also a celebration of authors, illustrators, books and (most importantly) it’s a celebration of readi

Drama supercurricular Othello at the Rose Theatre

Posted 11th Mar 2025

Drama supercurricular Othello at the Rose Theatre

Each year thousands of young people from primary, secondary and SEND schools across the country unite in the world’s largest youth Shakespeare festival. This inspirational programme was developed from the BBC’s much-loved classroom resource, Shakespeare: The Animated Tales. The comprehensive Festival process culminates in exhilarating performance evenings; young people aged 8-18 playing Shakespeare in

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The Mayor's Big Tech Mop-up

Posted 7th Mar 2025

The Mayor's Big Tech Mop-up

Southborough students and staff engage with the recycling initiative At Southborough, our commitment to environmental sustainability is unwavering. Our dynamic Eco Team, composed of passionate students, has been leading numerous green initiatives for years. Their dedication has significantly enhanced our school's eco-friendliness, creating a better environment for everyone. We p

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