Secondary School Partnerships
Our relationship with St Paul’s Girls’ School has moved from strength to strength in the last two years and we get a real sense that the teachers who help our higher achieving students are really engaged in facilitating their success. Sophie Harrowes, Hammersmith Academy
St Paul’s Girls’ Saturday School
SPGSS is our Saturday creative arts programme that gives SPGS and partner school students the chance to explore the Arts under the guidance of professionals.
Students develop creativity, confidence and collaboration skills while creating original work inspired by their own interests. Our workshops aim to foster creative autonomy, culminating in a final showcase featuring original scripts and performances devised and inspired by the students’ interests. The programme culminates in a shared showcase celebrating students’ ideas and achievements.
Mandarin HSK Course
The SPGS Mandarin HSK Course introduces students to the Chinese language and prepares them for the accredited Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) qualification. The course is taught by an SPGS mandarin teacher, supported by university specialists and SPGS mentors. It offers students the opportunity to develop language skills, build confidence and engage with a global language.
Subject Specific Conferences
SPGS provides a range of annual and bi-annual conferences for SPGS and partner school students. They are invited to talks and events that cover a diverse range of topics. The aim is to support supra-curricular provision and all schools with the delivery of the extensive A level curriculum in a range of subjects.
- History conferences provide insights into literature, culture, and pivotal historical events, often featuring talks by leading academics and authors.
- Robotics conferences offer hands-on workshops, coding challenges, and exposure to cutting-edge technology, inspiring students to explore engineering and innovation.
- Philosophy conferences encourage critical thinking and debate, tackling profound questions about ethics, existence, and society.
As well as those mentioned, there are also a range of afterschool talks delivered to support mathematics, linguistics and science.
Higher Education and Careers
We provide a wide range of higher education and careers support for students across our state partnership schools. Sixth form students across the partnership are offered a wealth of opportunities to prepare for higher education and explore potential university pathways. Through careers forums, networking events, HE conferences, specialist university preparation sessions and work experience opportunities, students gain guidance and practical advice as they explore future pathways.
These programmes help students build confidence, develop key skills and make informed decisions about their next steps.