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Stargazing Success: A Community Event to Remember

On a clear evening, with the stars perfectly aligned, our community came together for an unforgettable night of astronomy, warmth, and fun. Funded by the Ogden Trust, the event saw students from all six partnership secondary schools—Hove Park, PACA, Patcham, BACA, Longhill, and Cardinal Newman—gather for an evening of stargazing and celestial exploration. With telescopes… Read more

Inspiring Young Minds: Girls in STEM Event ‘Reach for the Stars’

Last Friday was a day of inspiration and discovery for eleven Year 8 students from Longhill, as they attended the ‘Reach for the Stars’ STEM trip at Hove Park School. The event aimed to empower young girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through engaging workshops and activities. The students participated… Read more

Higher Education – Sussex University Programme

Fifteen Year 9 pupils from Longhill High School are embarking on a transformative journey as part of a three-year programme led by the Widening Participation team at Sussex University. The initiative aims to support learners from under-represented backgrounds in higher education, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their future…. Read more

End of Term – Christmas Holiday

The Autumn term will conclude on Friday 20th December 2024. Students are expected to return to school on Monday 6th January 2024 We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Longhill at the TeenTech Sussex Festival

Longhill High School is excited to announce that we will be attending the TeenTech Sussex Festival in Autumn 2024! This event will gather students from across the region for an exciting, interactive programme that helps young people explore the wide range of opportunities in digital, science, and technology, along with the many different entry points… Read more

Black History Month – Roedean School

Longhill students Harmony, Zayd and Chinmay were amongst attendees at the annual Roedean Black History Month lecture. The lecture was also attended by students from Roedean, as well as Year 10 students from five local state schools. Carolyn Bain gave an entertaining and thought provoking talk on starting Afrori Books. She discussed its development from… Read more

AMPLIFIED FREE WORKSHOPS – NOVEMBER -DECEMBER

AGED 13-19? TELL YOUR STORY THROUGH SPOKEN WORD MUSIC COMEDY RAP POETRY & MORE. AMPLIFIED FREE WORKSHOPS WITH LOUIE LEVAK SUHAYLA EL-BUSHRA & ROY MCFARLANE. 5 NOVEMBER – 3 DECEMBER 2024, TUESDAYS 5:30PM-7:30PM. AUDIOACTIVEMONTAGUE ST, WORTHING Young Writers Collective FREE PIZZA & TRAVEL EXPENSES NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO SIGN UP MORE INFO & SIGN UP… Read more

Science Club – Eggsperiment

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Every Thursday after school in room B307, the Science Department hosts the vibrant Science Club. This weekly event features a variety of experiments for students to trial, fostering a hands-on learning environment. Recently, students participated in the Parachute Egg Drop Experiment, a fun and educational activity that demonstrates the principles of gravity and air resistance…. Read more

Duke of Edinburgh – Bronze Award Expedition

The Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award offers a fun, life-changing experience and the opportunity to discover new interests and talents. Participants develop essential communication, leadership, and teamwork skills while making a positive impact on their community. The DofE Bronze Award is divided into four sections: On the weekend of July 6th-7th 2024, 20 Year 10… Read more

Longhill School CCF Summer Adventurous Training Camp

During the last week of June Longhill CCF cadets enjoyed a week of challenge and excitement while attending an AT (Adventure Training) Camp up at Halton Training Camp in Lancashire which is the headquarters of the Joint Service Mountain Training Wing. The camp was run and organised by Brighton College CCF who kindly invited us… Read more