Sport

Last Week

Hockey

The U14 Hockey team travelled to Marlow Hockey Club last week for a fixture against Sir William Borlase's Grammar School. While the final score read 3-0 to the hosts, it did not reflect the true balance of play in what was an even matchup, facing not only a strong opponent but also less-than-ideal weather conditions. 

This Week
Cricket
The U13 Cricket team competed in the first round of the Indoor Cricket County competition. Facing a field of very strong teams, including the eventual winners Beachborough and runners-up Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School, the squad played with impressive focus and determination throughout the day. Although the team did not progress to the next round, the players held their own against tough opposition and enjoyed a fantastic day of cricket.

Hockey
The U16 Hockey team played against Chesham Grammar School and Dr Challoner's High School. We won 2-0 vs CGS and drew 2-2 vs DCHS. The team were full of motivation and togetherness, what a joy, well done girls.  

The U13 Hockey team traveled to Beaconsfield High School this week to compete in the highly competitive County Tournament. It was a busy day of fixtures, and thankfully the weather stayed dry, allowing for some fast-paced hockey. The team finished the day with three hard-fought draws and three losses. Every player worked tirelessly for the team, maintaining high energy levels across all matches.

Mrs Colclough 

PE Technician

AI and the Future Job Market  

Life after school may feel uncertain for you and your child with AI reshaping the graduate job market and changing careers today. 

That’s why InvestIN is launching a new series of free workshops in February, with two sessions to help students prepare for the future.

Will AI Take My Dream Job? - 3rd February | 6PM (UK time) 

• How is AI affecting jobs today?

• How AI will impact jobs in the future

• The opportunities and challenges of AI 

• How AI affects subject choices, university decisions and career planning

How to Futureproof Your Career - 10th February | 6PM (UK time) 

• How to prepare for changing career paths 

• Why personal values matter more than ever

• How to develop key transferable skills 

• The importance of work experience 

You can register for the sessions here.

Mrs Nicholls 

Head of Chemistry 

ITZA WWF Global Challenge

Last term, schools from around the world took part in ITZA's week-long WWF Global Challenge. AHS came 4th in the UK. We achieved an aggregate score of 21,500 (The top school in the UK reached the international final with 27,300 points, so we are looking forward to growing the team and making the final next year!). Thanks to all who participated. 

ITZA has now invited all AHS students to become Villars Fellows and join a new generation of leaders fighting for a healthier planet. Deadline March 20th.  https://www.itza.io/help/villars-fellowship-project

Ms Sowah 

Biology Subject Leader

Kooth – Online Mental Wellbeing Support for Young People

We would like to remind families about Kooth, a free, confidential online mental wellbeing service available to children and young people. Kooth offers a safe space to talk, reflect and access support whenever it is needed.

Young people can use Kooth to:

-Chat online with qualified counsellors

-Access self-help tools and wellbeing activities

-Read articles and take part in moderated peer discussions

Kooth is anonymous, NHS-commissioned and available out of school hours, including evenings and weekends. No referral is needed.

Students can access Kooth here: https://www.kooth.com

Information for parents and carers:  https://explore.kooth.com/families

We strongly encourage students and families to explore Kooth so they know what support is available should they need it. 

Mrs McNally 

Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead 

Parking: Drop off and collecting 

We would like to remind parents to be thoughtful when collecting students from School. We were deeply concerned to receive a report that a driver was verbally abusive toward a local resident. As a school community, we expect a high standard of respect and courtesy toward our neighbors at all times. Please be mindful to our neighbors when parking near the school. Keep driveways clear and park thoughtfully, switching engines off and not blocking pavements or private roads or drives. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping to keep the surrounding area safe for all users. 

Vacancies

2 x Afternoon Cleaners - Closing date: 2 February @ 9.00 am

KS4 Pastoral Support Assistant - Closing date: 26 January @ 9.00 am

Senior Caretaker - Closing date: 6 February @ 9.00 am

Deputy Head - Curriculum - Closing date: 1 February 2026

With thanks, as ever, for your support, and wishing all a lovely weekend,

Marieke Forster