Inspiring the Future in Technology – Bank of America

On Friday 9th June were given the opportunity to attend an in-person event at the London office of the Bank of America, with the theme of Inspiring the Future in Technology. This was an exceptional chance to speak to a range of people currently at the Bank of America in a variety of different careers… Read more

Art Trip to the Tate Modern

The Art department took a group of Y10 students to visit the Tate Modern Gallery on the Thursday 8th June.  The Tate Modern Gallery holds a world class collection of contemporary international art and is a very enriching experience for any student studying GCSE Fine Art. The students spent the day viewing exhibitions, as well… Read more

Super 6 – Withdean Athletics – Year 7

Local schools gathered from across Brighton to attend the Super 6 tournament at Withdean Sports Complex. The Athletics event involves a team of 12 athletes competing over 6 track and field disciplines. Longhill High School selected the best group of athletes in Year 7 and went along to compete. We came victorious in the Girls… Read more

Headteacher Appointment

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Following an intense two day assessment and interview process this week, Governors are delighted to announce the appointment of a new Headteacher who will take up the post from September. The person we have selected is an inspirational leader with proven experience of raising aspirations and outcomes in a similar setting to Longhill school. We… Read more

It’s Alive – Drama

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“Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.” ― Mary Shelley, Frankenstein Graciously allowing me to attend one of her drama lessons last term. Mrs Fenwick tasked a group of Year 7 students, to mime the Graveyard scene from Mary Shelley’s, Frankenstein. In groups of 3, students assumed the roles of Dr Frankenstein, Egor and the dead… Read more

Year 11 Prom – Deposit Required

Year 11 prom is on July 12th at Pangdean Barn. The full total for prom is £47, the ticket price includes, entrance, food, soft drinks and the DJ. The deposit for prom is £20 and this will need to be paid via your squid account, please can this be paid by the end of March. … Read more

Poetry Recording

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Our school poetry club has been hard at work last term, developing thoughtful words to present to camera on the 20th February 2023. Little Green Pig a local charity that gives children and young people the opportunity to develop their writing skills and invest in their imaginations. They have been supporting the club during lunchtimes,… Read more

Letter from Chair of Governors

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To all staff, parents and students of Longhill High School, On behalf of the Governors I want to further update you on the situation regarding the selection and appointment of a new Headteacher. As I stated before, our intention is to find the very best person for the job, and we have now agreed a timetable… Read more

Careers Week: Day 5

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For todays Year 7 Assembly we were revisited by actor Jason Hughes, who previously held a Q&A session in the drama studio. He talked us about his career within the performing arts, on stage and on screen. He stressed the importance of having a creative outlet, whether that be drama, music, drawing or painting. We… Read more

Careers Week: Day 4

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Day 4 started off in a musical way with producer Max Wheeler, taking over Year 8 assembly. He showed us the software Yu Studio and the kind of music you can make. He discussed what it’s like working as a music producer and the other types of roles in the industry. He explained the kind… Read more