“Da Nobis Recta Sapere” Grant that we may be truly wise

Congratulations to Callum in Year 7, who received the Jack Petchey Achievement Award! He has already become both a Liturgy Leader and an Equality & Diversity representative, which greatly contributes to the school’s Catholic ethos by promoting tolerance and celebrating diversity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #award #jackpetchey #education #congratulations #wise #teachers #students #teaching #learning #achievement

The Year 8 Equality and Diversity Leaders spent the day at Middlesex University taking part in a film screening discussing the impact of the Windrush generation in Barnet. The boys also had the opportunity to take part in a panelled discussion with those featured in the film. They had the opportunity to converse on topics surrounding race and present back to those present during the event. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #university #trip #teaching #learning #students #teachers #equality #diversity

Today, the RE department celebrated Ethiopia’s spiritual legacy with a lunchtime exhibition, fostering a deeper understanding of the diverse and interconnected history of Christianity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #religious #education #bhm #blackhistorymonth #teachers #students #teaching #learning #culture

Year 12 and Year 13 had an assembly today with volunteers from Noah's Ark children's hospice, the charity which our sixth form students will be supporting this academic year. Students learnt about the invaluable work Noah's Ark hospice does within our community and how their generous contributions will support children and teenagers with life limiting illnesses. @noahsarkhospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #sixthform #teachers #students #teaching #learning #assembly #charity

On Wednesday, Gwyneth Hamand from Gonville and Caius College, University of Cambridge, met with selected students from Years 7-9. Each group was part of a workshop which sought to build on their transferable skills, raising aspirations and encouraging students to think about their future goals and the future of their education.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #teaching #learning #students #teachers #cambridge #workshops #wise

On Tuesday we welcomed London Ambulance Service to our school. They worked with Year 8 students, teaching them life saving skills, and how to respond if they come across somebody in cardiac arrest. @ldn_ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #ambulance #paramedics #cpr #savinglives #education #students #teachers #workshop #wise

Today we remember and honour the life of our former headteacher, Kevin Hoare, whose leadership left a lasting impact on our school community. His vision and dedication shaped our school into what it is today, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. In a touching tribute, out Year 9 students formed a guard of honour as the funeral cortège passed by the school, offering a final, fitting farewell to a man who gave so much to education and to us all. Rest in peace Mr Hoare. You will be deeply missed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #barnet

Huge thank you to all who supported with our Macmillan Coffee Lunch! We were overwhelmed by the generous amount of donations for the cake sale and the amazing turnout. All proceeds will go towards @macmillancancer We will be hosting another cake sale tomorrow thanks to your generous support! Time:1pm Location: Canon Parsons Study Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #fundraising #charity #teachers #studnets #cake #macmillan #charity #goodcause

Our Year 9 students wore yellow to show their support for the World Mental Health Day. They have also used this as an opportunity to raise funds for the Great Ormond Street Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #charity #teaching #learning #fudnraising #teachers #students #barnet #hospital #goodcause

FCHS Library treated students to an audience with Tony Warner, author and historian at Barnet Library – tremendously informative and interactive session which students enjoyed. Thanks Barnet Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #BlackHistoryMatters #ReclaimingNarratives #GreatSchLibs #BarnetLibrary #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #barnet #library #teaching #learning #reading #books

Thanks to Mayur from @career.accelerator for coming to speak with our Year 12 students on Monday. Career Accelerator is an organisation which supports young people in realising and achieving their future goals. Students learned how to apply for free mentorship from professionals in a range of industries, so that they can see their professional value and develop employability skills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #alevel #sixthform #careers #employment #education #wise #teachers #students

On Monday, Year 13 students were introduced to Catherine O'Mahoney from @uniofexeter to learn more about degree apprenticeships. The workshop included myth busting common misconceptions about degree apprenticeships and the benefits of learning and training in this way in an increasingly competitive recruitment market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #alevel #university #degree #apprenticeship #teaching #learning #students #wise #education

Last Thursday, external students attended our Freshers’ Fair. Students enjoyed lunch with members of the student executive, a discussion about their vision for our Sixth Form, a quiz and karaoke. More Karaoke will be organised later in the term due it's huge success. Thank you to our Sixth Form executive for organising and leading our Freshers’ event! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #teaching #learning #sixthform #students #freshers #fair #community #alevel

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On Tuesday evening, our Year 13 A-Level Drama students visited the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre to watch the Timberlake Wertenbaker's renowned play Our Country's Good. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #theatre #drama #performingarts #alevel #students #teachers #education #wise

Year 12 Enrichment is underway, whereby students partake in activities such as cooking food on a budget, first aid, invasion games, personal training and financial literacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #ernichment #activities #sixthform #students #cooking #firstaid #sports #teaching #learning #alevel

On Monday, Cat Holland (@watesgroup ) and Joel Hall (Quinn London) delivered a CV writing workshop for Year 10 students.  Students were shown examples of professional CVs and cover letters, and learned about the importance of making a positive and professional first impression with employers in a competitive recruitment climate.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #gcse #employment #cv #workshop

Well done to all who participated in our football trials! It was an excellent turnout and a fantastic display of talent on the pitch. We are looking forward to fielding both our male and female first teams this year! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #sixthform #wise #education #sports #pe #football #trials #team

A huge thank you to prospective parents/carers who attended our Secondary Transfer Evening. We are extremely proud of our student ambassadors who volunteered to help out last night and overwhelmed by the positive comments we have received regarding our school. Further information can be found on the admissions page on our website: https://www.finchleycatholic.org.uk/admissions/admissions-process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #secondaryschool #education #wise #openevening #students #teachers #gcse #physics #science #chemistry #history

Our Year 12 students were involved in a trip to Gilwell Park as part of their Sixth Form induction. They all showed great resilience, determination and formed plenty of new friendships! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #trip #teambuilding #induction #sixthform #year12 #activities #outdoors