Dear Parents/Carers

As another successful school year comes to a close, I would like to thank all our students, families, staff, and trustees for their continued support and commitment throughout the year.

We have celebrated many achievements both inside and outside the classroom, from academic success and sporting accomplishments to performances, trips, and community events. Our students continued to demonstrate scholarship; tenacity, altruism, and respect, making us all proud to be part of the Queens' School community. Congratulations to everyone who has earned awards, represented the school, or contributed positively to our school community.

Students and staff enjoyed the end of examination celebrations with the Year 11 Prom and Year 13 Boat Party.  For the latter, this was a culmination of 7 years of commitment to Queens’ School and we were incredibly proud to see them off in style.  We wish all of our learners the very best of luck in the summer and continued success in the future.  A-Level students will receive their results on Thursday 13 August and GCSE students, a week later, on Thursday 20 August.  Staff will be present on both days to help students make an informed choice about the next stage of their learning journey. Parents/Carers are always welcome.

Many of our staff leavers this year have given years of dedicated service and collectively made an outstanding contribution to Queens’ and its students.  I would like to wish them the best of luck for the future.  I would especially like to thank Mr Ragbir (3 years), Mrs Kent (4 years), Ms Pearce (5 years), Ms Montes (5 years) and Mrs Kinshuck (6 years).  Mrs Lynch (8 years) and Mrs O’Brien (14 years) retire this year.

Thank you once again to everyone who has contributed to another wonderful year at Queens' School. Your enthusiasm, partnership, and support help make our school a vibrant and welcoming place to learn.

Wishing all members of our school community a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer holiday.  We look forward to welcoming students back in September, ready for another exciting year of learning and opportunity.

Dear Parents/Carers

The spring term has been very busy for examination groups, completing non-examined assessments across a range of subjects, coursework and a second mock as well as preparing for their public examinations this summer.  The Easter break heralds the beginning of the final push for these students and we wish them all the very best with their efforts.  I would like to thank all of our staff who have given up their time to provide additional support and resources.

Students should be aware that there is no secret to doing well: it takes hard work and plenty of practice.  It is important however to stress that students must maintain a sense of perspective: Examinations are important but not to the detriment of health and wellbeing.  Students should be aware of the support on offer and parents should be encouraged to talk about managing time and anxiety. 

I had the pleasure of attending a variety of performances over the Spring half-term all demonstrating the depth of talent of Queens’ students.  Many congratulations to all the participants in House Music and especially the overall winner, Turing.  The Drama examination performances were outstanding with emotive final A Level pieces.  The Gym and Dance Show showcased the energy and passion of those involved. There is something for everybody at Queens’. 

Once again Queens’ is celebrating considerable success in sport.  In basketball, our Academy players secured promotion, the Under 14 Boys won the County Plate and our Senior Girls were runners up.   In football, our Year 7, 8, 11 boys are District League Champions.  Year 7 and 10 have to wait until Easter to find out.   Year 8 Boys were 6 a side District League Champions.  In rugby, Year 7 were Saracens Champions.  In gymnastics, our Level 3 girls were overall winners.  We are extremely proud of all of our very talented students who clearly embrace our vision and values.  

We sadly say goodbye to Ms Cattley and Mrs Patel.  We wish them well and every success in the future.

I would like to extend my thanks for your support.  Wishing you all a safe and happy Easter break.  I look forward to seeing you again when we return on Monday 13 April 2026.

Dear Parents / Carers

Years 11 and 13 are now drawing to the end of their respective key stages, with approximately 8 school weeks left until Study Leave.  Many of our students will hopefully be encouraged by their performance in the recent Mock examinations and will be reviewing next steps.  In considering career choices and options, students should be aware of Unifrog, an online universal destinations platform free to Queens’ students and all the latest local careers updates from Herts Opportunities Portal.  In addition, our successful Apprenticeship Week, signposted a wealth of vocations.

We continue to be very fortunate to have a huge range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities available to our students.  With over 100 clubs on offer and a multitude of different trips, local, national and international, there is something for everyone at Queens’.  These opportunities form an integral part of the wider Queens' Experience on offer and we are delighted to have such a dedicated staff willing to give so freely of their time.

We encourage parents/carers and students to formally thank staff through National Thank a Teacher.  I am delighted to confirm that we are currently ranked the top school in the country under this scheme.  When sending these digital cards, please clearly signpost Queens’ School and the teacher/support staff name.  If you are unsure of their email address, do not worry, we will forward it on to the relevant member of staff. 

We sadly say goodbye to Mrs Manning who has been instrumental in creating an outstanding careers programme and establishing Queens’ as a Careers Hub for SW Herts.  We wish her the very best of luck in the future in her new role working in careers for HCC. 

Finally, we always take delight in hearing about the successes of our students outside of school.  Please send photographs to office@queens.herts.sch.uk with a summary of any significant achievements so that they can be displayed in our Hall of Fame or on our social media platforms under the initiative ‘Be Your Best’. 

 I would like to wish you a restful and happy and enjoyable half-term break.