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  • NLS Dance Recital

    Published 20/03/26

    On Wednesday 18 March, 80 students showcased their incredible talent and passion for dance at our annual Dance Recital.

    An audience of over 300 people enjoyed a diverse and engaging programme, featuring performers from Year 7 to Year 11. The evening celebrated the hard work of Dance Club members, Dance Leaders, and students studying Dance as part of their curriculum.

    A wide range of styles was performed, including Contemporary, Commercial, Jazz and Tap. The programme included BTEC assessment pieces, extracurricular routines and students’ own choreography, highlighting the creativity and commitment of all involved

    Photograph of three dancers performing on stage with a gradient red to purple backdrop and black floor. Dancers wear black leotards and tights, each striking a different pose with one standing on one leg, one kneeling with arm raised, and one crouching with hand on hip.  Photograph of two dancers performing on stage, wearing black leotards, pink skirts, and black leggings. They hold hands while extending opposite legs and looking away from each other, with a plain curtain backdrop and stage lighting

    Photograph of three people sitting on illuminated cubes in a dark room with a large neon sign reading "People Help The People" in bright pink cursive letters behind them. The cubes emit different colours—white, green, and orange—creating a visually striking contrast against the dark floor and backdrop. Photograph of three dancers performing on stage wearing black dresses against a plain backdrop with stage lights along the floor. One dancer is kneeling with head down, another is standing and supporting the kneeling dancer, and the third is balancing on one leg while holding the other leg extended behind

    Photograph of a dancer performing a grand jeté leap on stage, wearing a white dress with arms and legs fully extended. The background includes stage curtains, dim lighting, and an illuminated exit sign, highlighting a theatrical performance setting.  Photograph of two young female dancers performing a ballet pose on stage, both wearing red leotards and beige tights. The background features dark curtains on one side and a red-lit backdrop, highlighting their extended arms and legs in a balanced arabesque position.

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  • Year 9 STEM Day with Smallpiece Trust

    Published 20/03/26

    We were delighted to welcome The Smallpeice Trust, working in partnership with National Grid, to deliver an exciting STEM Day at school on Tuesday 10 March to Year 9 students.

    During the day, students explored how domestic electrical energy is supplied, from generation through to delivery in the home gaining insight into the journey from production to delivery.

    Photograph showing a group of five students seated around a blue table in a large room, engaged in writing or drawing activities. The setting includes a podium, a bin, and tables with equipment in the backgroundActing as engineers, working collaboratively in teams, they created prototypes of renewable technologies such as wind turbines, water turbines, or solar panels, and planned how electricity would be transmitted from the source to homes.

    Teams also considered the overall costs of their designs and presented their solutions to others showcasing their ideas and problem-solving approaches.

     

     

     Photograph of six students in school uniforms seated around a blue table engaged in a group activity involving papers and glue sticks. Setting is a hall with beige curtains and additional tables in the background Photograph showing a group of six students in school uniforms seated around a blue table in a large room, engaged in a collaborative activity involving papers, glue sticks, and scissors. The setting appears to be an

     

     

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  • Supporting Red Nose Day on Friday 20 March

    Published 12/03/26

    On Friday 20 March, we enjoyed supporting Red Nose Day.

    Students were invited to bring in ‘Red Nose Day’ themed cakes which were then available to buy at break time for 50p each.

    Photograph of assorted baked goods arranged on trays, showcasing cupcakes, tarts, and pastries with various toppings and icing. Focus highlights pink and red decorations on cupcakes and tarts, with blurred pastries in foreground and background,  Photograph of a tray filled with assorted baked goods including cupcakes, jam tarts, and pink wafer biscuits arranged in neat rows. Cupcakes feature various decorations such as white icing with red sprinkles and smiley faces, while jam tarts display different fruit fillings like strawberry, raspberry, and apricot.  Photograph of a tray filled with various decorated cupcakes and tarts, showcasing a range of pink and red frostings with cherries and candy toppings. A prominent cupcake in the foreground features white icing with a red candy nose and black icing details resembling a face.

    Photograph of a tray holding 24 cupcakes decorated with pink and white frosting on a blue surface. Pink cupcakes feature various toppings including cherries, sprinkles, and white candy discs, while two white-frosted cupcakes have red noses and black eyes resembling snowmen.

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  • Celebrating World Book Day

    Published 09/03/26

    It was wonderful to see so many members of our school community embracing the spirit of the day with enthusiasm and creativity.

    This year, NLS truly stepped into the world of literature, following the English Department down the Yellow Brick Road, while other departments brought a range of beloved stories to life. 

    Photograph of a group of people in a classroom setting holding signs with various symbols and illustrations, some raising three fingers. Classroom walls display charts, graphs, and colourful bulletin boards with educational content, indicating a learning or awareness activity.Science ventured into the arena as The Hunger Games tributes, Reception and IEN stepped into the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland, and Maths set sail with the pirates of Treasure Island.

    We were also delighted to spot The Cat in the Hat roaming  Drama’s rendition of Where’s Wally, and the appearance of Bill and Ben the Flowerpot Men from the PE department joining the adventure.

     

      Photograph of four people dressed in Alice in Wonderland-themed costumes standing in an office setting. Costumes include Queen of Hearts, Alice, Cheshire Cat, and Mad Hatter holding a large Ace of Diamonds card and a pocket watch, with a sign reading "We're All Mad Here" featuring characters from the story. Photograph of five people standing in front of a green wall with a "Physical Education" sign, dressed in colourful costumes including two individuals wearing cardboard signs labelled "BEN" and "BILL." Group features bright yellow, green, and black clothing with accessories of gloves, tutus, and apron.

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  • International School Award

    Published 13/02/26

    On Monday 2 February, Ruth Harding, International Schools Coordinator had the privilege of going to the Houses of Parliament to receive the International Schools Award on behalf of NLS. We have achieved the highest level that the British Council awards. 

    The many MPs at the event were very impressed with the work we are all doing. Uma Kumaran, the MP hosting the event, commented in her key note speech that this work brings hope in an uncertain and turbulent world.

    a screen showing two slides of International Schools events at NLS

    The International School award is a prestigious accreditation and benchmarking scheme recognising schools that embed a global dimension into their curriculum, fostering cultural understanding and international awareness. As part of this we work with our partner school in India and our curriculum-based work helps to prepare students as global citizens. 

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  • Year 10 Revision Evening on Wednesday 15 April ​​​​​​​

    Published 02/02/26

    We are pleased to invite parents and carers to our Revision Evening on Wednesday 15 April, designed to help you guide and support your child as they prepare for upcoming examinations. The evening will offer practical advice, strategies, and ideas on how you can support effective revision at home and help build your child’s confidence and resilience. There will be presentations from Mr Atkins, as well as from the Heads of English, Maths, RE and Science, who will share subject-specific guidance and expectations.

    We look forward to seeing you on 15 April between 17.45 and 19.15; it will be a valuable opportunity to gain insight into how best to support your child during this important time.

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  • Cyber STEM Day with the Smallpeice Trust

    Published 22/01/26

    On 20 January, some of our Year 9 students were given an exciting opportunity to take part in a pilot Cyber STEM Day delivered by the Smallpeice Trust. This inspiring event introduced students to the fast-growing world of cybersecurity, digital technology, and engineering through a series of engaging, hands-on activities.

    During the day, students explored the evolution of communication before diving into cryptology, where they tackled a code-cracking challenge using a themed newspaper, The Technology Times. They then put their engineering and programming skills to the test by designing, building, and coding a LEGO dial-lock safe, learning how digital security systems work in real life.

    The day concluded with students working in teams to create and pitch their own cybersecurity company, demonstrating creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, and digital literacy.

    It was a fantastic experience that gave students a real insight into future careers in technology and cybersecurity and we are proud of the enthusiasm, focus, and innovation they showed throughout the day.

    a completed model and a piece of paper describing the model  a completed model and an ipad screen

    four students sitting at a table making their model two hands building a model three girls sitting at a table building a model

    an ipad screen, a model and a person writing

     

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  • Year 10 & 11 Careers Fair

    Published 21/01/26

    Year 10 and 11 students enjoyed the opportunity to meet with 30 employers and external education providers who supported our annual Careers Fair on January 15.

    In small groups, students were able to ask a range of questions to our guests to learn about the opportunities that are available and gain further insight into what their next steps post Year 11 could be.  Students received a booklet beforehand to record the information that they were able to find out at the event and will be using this to update their careers journey on Grofar our careers platform.

    This was a fantastic opportunity for students to engage with representatives from a wide selection of companies and a range of universities and local colleges.

    We are very grateful to all those who supported our event and the feedback from our students showed they really enjoyed the event which will help them in making informed decisions going forward in relation to their post-16 career journey.

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  • Supporting Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day on Friday 12 December

    Published 09/12/25

    Thank you to everyone who supported our Christmas Jumper Day on Friday 12 December, helping to raise money for Save the Children.

    It was lovely to see and see so many students and staff embracing the festive spirit and fantastic to see such great participation from our students.

    Donations of £1 have raised £579 so far. 

    Thank you once again to everyone who took part and for your generous donations.

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  • Celebrating Our Duke of Edinburgh Achievements

    Published 02/12/25

    We were delighted to celebrate all the students who completed their Bronze, Silver and Gold Duke of Edinburgh Awards at our awards evenings in November. These events have now become a fundamental part of our school calendar, giving us the chance to recognise the outstanding achievements of our young people over the last year and present their certificates and badges.

    The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, at any level, is not easy. It takes effort, determination, and the resilience to overcome obstacles. The Award epitomises our CORE values: Commitment, Opportunity, Respect and Excellence. To have so many students completing their awards this year is truly fantastic. We also recognised and thanked the NLS staff who have supported with training, route-planning and the many weekends they dedicated to the expeditions.

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  • Year 11 Mock Interviews

    Published 27/11/25

    We would like to thank all the visitors from a range of local businesses, providers and parents who supported us by acting as interviewers for our Year 11 Mock Interviews on Tuesday 25 November.

    The event was an opportunity for us to provide all Year 11 students with the valuable experience of taking part in an interview and for them to receive personalised feedback from it as part of our careers education programme to support them as they prepare for the world beyond school.

    During the interview, students were also able to receive feedback on the CV they had produced during previous Tutor Time sessions.

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  • FairAware Award Success

    Published 27/11/25

    We are proud to announce that we have achieved the FairAware Award, recognising our commitment to learning about global issues and making informed, ethical choices. This award celebrates the hard work of our students and staff in understanding how everyday actions can impact communities around the world.

    It would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of our Fair Trade Leaders, whose enthusiasm and example have inspired the whole school to get involved. Through class projects, assemblies, and whole-school initiatives, we have deepened our knowledge of Fairtrade and taken meaningful steps toward creating a fairer, more sustainable future. We look forward to building on this achievement and continuing our journey as a Fairtrade-aware school.

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