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This article is from our newsletter, The Albanian. Please see The Albanian Newsletter for a plethora of articles! March 28th sees the end of another very busy term for us here at school. Obviously, our teaching staff continue to deliver high quality learning opportunities across all subject areas and we are very fortunate that they are very genero
28 Mar | NewsBlack History Month Celebration
Celebrating Unity and Diversity: FCHS Reflects on a Powerful Black History Event As a new member of staff at Finchley Catholic in September, I was excited to witness the vibrant celebration of diversity at the Black History Month celebration event held last Thursday. Studying History at university taught me the importance of viewing history through different lenses; Black History Month ser
10 Nov | NewsWe are thrilled to share some exciting news about Finchley Catholic High School's incredible GCSE results and Progress 8 score. Progress 8 is a 'value-added' measure that assesses how much a secondary school enhances a student's progress over five years. It compares a student's performance with that of their primary school peers and correlates it with their GCSE
31 Oct | NewsAutumn Golf Day
Friends of Finchley are hosting a fundraising team golf day. This event aims to bring members of the community together for a fun day of golf competition whilst also continuing to raise much needed funds for our main project – the building of a new sports hall. The event will be held at Hendon Golf Course on Friday 13th October.
13 Oct | News
2023 GCSE Results
24 Aug | News
2023 A Level Results
17 Aug | News
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
11 Sep | @fchslondon
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
9 Sep | @fchslondon
We are thrilled to announce that our students have achieved exceptional results yet again this year. These outcomes allow our young people to access exciting future pathways. We are very proud to report a significant increase in attainment at KS4 compared to last year. This year's results highlight not only the dedication and hard work of our students but also the commitment of our staff in continuing to provide an outstanding education for them. Thank you to our parents/carers for their ongoing partnership working. Congratulations to all involved! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #resultsday2024 #results #exams #studying #congratulations #wise #gcse #students #teachers #parents
22 Aug | @fchslondon
Huge congratulations to all of our students who received their A level results today. The vast majority of them have been successful in securing their first-choice university place or apprenticeship. We wish them all the very best of luck! Slide 2: Leo – Medicine at Southampton University Francesca – Geography at Liverpool University (deferred) Eli – Aeronautical Engineering at Imperial College, London . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #resultsday2024 #exams #congratulations #education #wise
15 Aug | @fchslondon24 Jul | @fchslondon
Our Year 8 and Year 10 students were involved in Sports Days as a part of our recent Activity Days. All students showed great character, determination and sportsmanship throughout the sporting events! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #sports #sportsday #physicaleducation #teaching #learning #students #activities #outdoor #sprint #football
17 Jul | @fchslondon
A huge thank you to all the staff, guest speakers, and students who made our activity days a success! Highlights included the stock market challenge, clay modeling, and finding the culprits in the "Murder Mystery" and Forensics Challenges, among many other engaging activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #activities #activityday #teaching #learning #students #teachers #art #performingarts #economics #banking #gcse
16 Jul | @fchslondon
This afternoon, we had the pleasure of welcoming Baroness Thornton, a member of the House of Lords, to Finchley Catholic High School. She delivered an engaging talk to our Sixth Form students about parliament and her role in the House of Lords, followed by a Q&A session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #baroness #parliament #houseoflords #houseofcommons #sixthform #teaching #learning #education
12 Jul | @fchslondon
Congratulations to our Mario Francescotti Award finalists and winners…Euan & Oliver! Each delivered an outstanding pitch for their business idea and were judged by a panel made up of Mrs Arnull, Mr Barnsdale and last year's winner, Mylo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #business #award #pitch #students #teachers #teaching #learning #education #wise #gcse #innovation #congratulations
11 Jul | @fchslondon
We are incredibly grateful to our amazing Year 8 boys and parents for their tremendous participation and generosity in our recent charity fundraiser for @noahsarkhospice Your dedication has made a significant impact, and we couldn't have done it without you! The funds raised will go a long way in supporting Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice, helping children and families when they need it the most. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and supported this cause. Any further donations can be made via the link in the bio and are greatly appreciated! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #charity #fundraiser #football #basketball #pe #goodcause #teaching #learning #students #teachers #parents
9 Jul | @fchslondon
Last Friday, 32 Year 9 students took part in a Sponsored Sleep Out to raise funds and awareness for their chosen charity, Homeless Action in Barnet @hab_supporters With only sleeping bags and cardboard, students braved relentless rain in a humbling experience of what life is like for people who sleep on the streets. Students threw themselves into the night with no complaints, and we are incredibly grateful to all who have been able to support this initiative so that HAB can continue the amazing work they do with the most vulnerable people in our community. If you would like to support this good cause, please donate via the link in the bio. Your support and generosity is greatly appreciated!
8 Jul | @fchslondon
Congratulations to our Jack Petchey Award winners! Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring to us all. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #jackpetchey #award #proud #congratulations #teachers #students #wise #teaching #learning #achievement
5 Jul | @fchslondon
Today at FCHS, students took part in a mock general election. A polling station was set up on the Whitehouse lawn and they experienced the process of voting in a real General Election in advance of the big day tomorrow. The winning party was… the Labour Party! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #mock #election #voting #pollingstation #education #teachers #students #teaching #learning
3 Jul | @fchslondon
The first exciting week of our Challenge Fortnight has come to an end! Our students had the chance to challenge themselves across a range of departments around the school, from designing rockets in Design Technology to a dance competition in Performing Arts! All students thoroughly enjoyed themselves and are looking forward to the second week of the Challenge Fortnight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #challenge #week #teaching #learning #science #drama #maths #computerscience #students #teachers
28 Jun | @fchslondon
A huge thank you to all students and staff involved in our Year 12 Induction Day! It was a great pleasure to welcome all of our prospective students and looking forward to welcoming them in September. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #sixthform #education #teaching #learning #alevel #teachers #students #classes #history #physics #science
28 Jun | @fchslondon
FCHS Junior Book Club members have been reading Safiyyah’s War @carnegiemedals and presented the book at the Barnet Carnegie Shadowing Event organised by @barnetcouncil libraries. Our students won the student votes for the best book and the author of Safiyyah’s War, Hiba Noor Khan, praised the boys' presentation and depiction of the novel. The Book Club members now eagerly await the announcement of the Yoto Carnegie Book Medal this week. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #education #libraries #teachers #students #reading #books #wise #gcse #bookclub #barnet #yotocarnegies24
20 Jun | @fchslondon
Our Year 11 students were delighted to receive their yearbooks, providing them with a wonderful way to cherish their memories and experiences here so far. Looking forward to final few exams , their sixth form induction and summer ahead! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #barnet #Year11 #catholic #school #year11 #education #wise #exams #gcse #yearbook #teachers #students #teaching #learning
18 Jun | @fchslondon
Mrs Kelly organised for the GCSE Drama Year 10 students and A-level Drama year 12 students to watch the play, Agatha Christie: Witness for the Prosecution at the London County Hall in Southbank. The performance was full of plot twists and excellent acting which was enjoyed by all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #trip #drama #teaching #learning #teachers #students #play #london #theatre #education #wise
12 Jun | @fchslondon
Our Year 9 & 10 Gaelic players are training hard in good and bad weather for the @abc_allbritaincompetitions All Britain Competition for schools on the 4th of July. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #pe #gaelic #football #training #sports #competition #Finchley abú!
7 Jun | @fchslondon
During the half-term break, a group of our MFL students enjoyed an incredible trip to St. Omer. They participated in a variety of exciting activities, including visiting a snail farm, milking a goat, and trying their hand at archery, among others! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #fchslondon #finchley #catholic #school #france #trip #travel #students #teachers #teaching #learning #wise #archery