Year 9 Girls Take on STEM Challenge at BACA

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A group of enthusiastic Year 9 girls from Longhill recently took part in an exciting STEM Challenge hosted at the Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA), where science, technology, engineering, and maths came to life in the most hands-on way. The day began with a captivating talk from a professor at University College London (UCL), who… Read more

Budding Detectives Bring Science to Life for Primary Pupils

This year, eight of our brilliant Science Student Leaders took their skills beyond the classroom to deliver a creative, crime-solving workshop for Year 4 pupils at Woodingdean Primary School. The “whodunit” workshop—designed entirely by the students—challenged children to solve the mystery of who stole Miss Wilson’s biscuits. Using real scientific methods such as chromatography and… Read more

Brilliant Brains Neuroscience Day – University of Sussex

On Thursday 26th June 2025, a group of Year 9 pupils took part in the Brilliant Brains Neuroscience Day at the University of Sussex, an exciting event run in collaboration with Brighton and Sussex Medical School. The day provided a stimulating and hands-on introduction to neuroscience, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm among all attendees. Throughout the… Read more

University of Brighton – Uni Connect Experience

A group of enthusiastic students from Longhill High School recently visited the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb campus as part of the Uni Connect experience – an initiative designed to help young people explore future education and career opportunities. The visit offered students an exciting and informative day, starting with a guided tour of the campus…. Read more

Year 8 Visit to the University of Brighton’s City Campus

As part of Longhill High School’s ongoing partnership with Uni Connect, a group of enthusiastic Year 8 students recently enjoyed an inspiring and engaging trip to the University of Brighton’s City Campus. This opportunity was designed to introduce students to university life and give them a taste of what higher education has to offer. The… Read more

Charleston House – Art Trip

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Last week the Art department, along with PGCE students Roshan and Jasmine, took Year 10 Art pupils on a trip to Charleston House in Firle.  It was a fabulous day out, beginning with a tour of the iconic house which was famously home to the radical Bloomsbury Group for over a period of 40 years…. Read more

Andorra Ski Trip 2025 – A Week of Adventure and Achievement

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Over the Easter holidays, 40 students from Years 9 to 11, along with six staff members, enjoyed a truly memorable ski trip to Andorra. Nestled in the stunning Pyrenees mountains, Andorra’s Grandvalira resort provided the perfect setting for a week filled with snow, adventure, and personal growth. After a long but smooth journey via Calais, the group arrived in La Massana, where… Read more

GCSE Drama Students Experience The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Longhill High School’s Year 11 GCSE Drama students recently had the incredible opportunity to attend a performance of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at the Theatre Royal in Brighton. Led by Mrs. Fenwick, Head of Faculty for PE and Performing Arts, the trip aimed to enhance students’ understanding of theatrical performance as they… Read more

Longhill Sports 3rd-14th February 2025

Year 11 GCSE PE and Sports Studies Visit to Amex Stadium for Careers in Sport Day Our Year 11 GCSE PE and Sports Studies students had an exciting and insightful day at the Amex Stadium, attending a Careers in Sport event. The day provided a fantastic opportunity to explore the wide range of careers available… 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