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Thu 5 November 2026
Start your teaching journey with us

Have you ever considered a career in teaching? Whether you’re a recent graduate, looking for a career change or simply passionate about helping young people succeed, a career in education could be the next step for you. Our one-year SCITT programme offers a route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) alongside a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). From day one, you'll be based in our school, gaining hands-on classroom experience while learning from experienced teachers and receiving dedicated mentoring and support throughout your training. Find out more about the programme and how to apply.

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Start your teaching journey with us
Thu 22 October 2026
Sixth form students meet engineers behind NASA’s Artemis Mission

Not one week has passed of the new school year and the Physics department are inspiring young engineers with a trip to NASA live. Year 13 Physics students visited Imperial College London, where they met two key engineers involved in NASA’s Artemis Moon mission.

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Sixth form students meet engineers behind NASA’s Artemis Mission
Wed 7 October 2026
Visit us at our upcoming sixth form open evening

Join us for our sixth form open evening in person on Wednesday 11 November 2026. You’ll have the opportunity to explore our sixth form courses and subject choices, meet our teachers and current students, discover our academic support and enrichment opportunities, and find out more about our elite football and education pathway with Volenti Academy. Come along, explore what we have to offer and find out more about life at our sixth form. Places must be booked in advance.

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Visit us at our upcoming sixth form open evening
Wed 30 September 2026
Extra open day spaces now available

We have opened up additional spaces for our upcoming open mornings. This is a great opportunity for prospective students and families to visit our academy, see our state-of-the-art facilities, and meet our students and staff. We encourage all families to register in advance to attend our open events.

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Extra open day spaces now available
Wed 9 September 2026
Come and explore our academy at our open days

In the autumn term each year we host an open evening and open morning for prospective pupils and families to visit our academy, see our state-of-the-art facilities, and meet our students and staff. We encourage all families to register in advance to attend our open events.

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Come and explore our academy at our open days
Tue 8 September 2026
Job opportunity – Chief Executive Officer at City of London Academies Trust

We're looking for an exceptional leader to become our next Chief Executive Officer and lead the next phase of City of London Academies Trust’s growth and development. This is a significant opportunity to lead a high-performing Trust with a clear educational philosophy, a talented workforce and a unique connection with the City of London Corporation. You will help shape the Trust’s future, improve outcomes, expand opportunities and transform the life chances of young people across City of London Academies.

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Job opportunity – Chief Executive Officer at City of London Academies Trust
Thu 20 August 2026
In the news: student heading to Cambridge University

Congratulations to Elizabeth, former student at Highbury Grove who went on to study at our sister sixth form at Highgate Hill, securing her place at Cambridge with an exceptional set […]

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In the news: student heading to Cambridge University
Thu 13 August 2026
Emir celebrates excellent A level results at Highbury Grove

Congratulations to Emir, who achieved an impressive A*A*A in History, English Literature and Biology. He is now taking a gap year before continuing his studies. Emir praised the dedication and encouragement of his teachers, as well as the memorable opportunities and trips he took part in during Year 12. He leaves sixth form with a strong set of results and gratitude for the support that helped him achieve them. All the best, Emir!

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Emir celebrates excellent A level results at Highbury Grove