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Trying again < getting it right first time
Some of our favourite moments over our holiday clubs aren’t the ones where it goes perfectly, but the ones where it doesn’t… and they have another go anyway!
We like to encourage our children and ask questions instead of giving them …the answers (as tempting as it is!), so they can work things out for themselves.
That’s independence in action 💚
#IndependentSchool #HolidayClub #MultiActivities #IndependentSkills #ResilienceBuilding
Trying again < getting it right first time Some of our favourite moments over our holiday clubs aren’t the ones where it goes perfectly, but the ones where it doesn’t… and they have another go anyway! We like to encourage our children and ask questions instead of giving them the answers (as tempting as it is!), so they can work things out for themselves. That’s independence in action 💚 #IndependentSchool #HolidayClub #MultiActivities #IndependentSkills #ResilienceBuilding
Independence starts with confidence. And children often have way more of it than we sometimes give them credit for.
Young children are naturally resourceful and resilient. Leave them to it, and they'll surprise you every time!
Today, that looked like a tower of blocks falling… down three times. And one very determined builder picking it back up, every single time, without any help. That's independence in action – one of the key skills we nurture on our Mini Marvels Holiday Club for our nursery children.
We still have spaces over the next few weeks – visit our website to book. ➡ https://highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/school-plus/holiday-activity-clubs/
Independence starts with confidence. And children often have way more of it than we sometimes give them credit for. Young children are naturally resourceful and resilient. Leave them to it, and they’ll surprise you every time! Today, that looked like a tower of blocks falling down three times. And one very determined builder picking it back up, every single time, without any help. That’s independence in action – one of the key skills we nurture on our Mini Marvels Holiday Club for our nursery children. We still have spaces over the next few weeks – visit our website to book. ➡ https://highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/school-plus/holiday-activity-clubs/
🌿 Den building is serious business… especially when someone finds the perfect stick.
One of the things we love most about our Multi Activities course is watching children become more independent. Rather than stepping in with the answer, we give them the time to explore their ideas and… work things out together.
Sometimes all it takes is a question, a bit of encouragement and the freedom to have a go. The rest is up to them!
#IndependentSchool #OutdoorLearning #MultiActivities #HolidayCourse #BuildingIndependence
🌿 Den building is serious business… especially when someone finds the perfect stick. One of the things we love most about our Multi Activities course is watching children become more independent. Rather than stepping in with the answer, we give them the time to explore their ideas and work things out together. Sometimes all it takes is a question, a bit of encouragement and the freedom to have a go. The rest is up to them! #IndependentSchool #OutdoorLearning #MultiActivities #HolidayCourse #BuildingIndependence
We were saddened to hear of the recent passing of Dame Penelope Keith.
Penelope holds a special place in the history of Highfield and Brookham. She was a close friend and neighbour of former Cabinet minister Virginia Bottomley, whose daughter attended our school. Virginia officially opened… Brookham in its early days before inviting Penelope to open the art studio.
It was a fitting occasion for a school where creativity has always been valued. Before the art studio was built, pottery lessons were held in our founder's double garage – a reminder of the humble beginnings from which our outstanding creative provision has grown.
Today, art continues to be a cornerstone of life at Highfield and Brookham, inspiring pupils to develop their creativity and individuality. We are proud that Dame Penelope played a part in our history and remember her with gratitude and affection. Our thoughts are with her family and all who knew and admired her.
We were saddened to hear of the recent passing of Dame Penelope Keith. Penelope holds a special place in the history of Highfield and Brookham. She was a close friend and neighbour of former Cabinet minister Virginia Bottomley, whose daughter attended our school. Virginia officially opened Brookham in its early days before inviting Penelope to open the art studio. It was a fitting occasion for a school where creativity has always been valued. Before the art studio was built, pottery lessons were held in our founder’s double garage – a reminder of the humble beginnings from which our outstanding creative provision has grown. Today, art continues to be a cornerstone of life at Highfield and Brookham, inspiring pupils to develop their creativity and individuality. We are proud that Dame Penelope played a part in our history and remember her with gratitude and affection. Our thoughts are with her family and all who knew and admired her.
Year 8 reflections: part 1 💙
We asked our Year 8s what they’ll miss most about Highfield and Brookham…
Swipe through to read some of their answers ➡️
#IndependentSchool #Liphook #SchoolLeavers #Memories #ClassOf2026
🏊 It's been great having pupils from Hollycombe Primary in our pool this week. We're always pleased to open our doors to local schools, helping children become more confident and independent in the water.
Sharon, our amazing Head of Swimming, says it best: "Every child …arrives with a different level of confidence, so we always adapt and change things to suit their needs. We want children to feel happy and safe in the water because that's how they build the confidence to have a go. If something isn't working, we'll explain it differently or show them another way until they're ready to do it themselves.’
🏊 It’s been great having pupils from Hollycombe Primary in our pool this week. We’re always pleased to open our doors to local schools, helping children become more confident and independent in the water. Sharon, our amazing Head of Swimming, says it best: “Every child arrives with a different level of confidence, so we always adapt and change things to suit their needs. We want children to feel happy and safe in the water because that’s how they build the confidence to have a go. If something isn’t working, we’ll explain it differently or show them another way until they’re ready to do it themselves.’
It was wonderful to welcome families to our annual Prize Giving as we celebrated the year that’s been and recognised the incredible achievements of our pupils 👏
A HUGE thank you to @benedictallenexplorer for joining us as our guest speaker. We may not all be setting off into the …rainforest, but his stories certainly inspired our children to embrace their own adventures ahead.
The celebrations continued with musical medleys, a surprise performance from our teachers and the handover from our Year 8 to the new student leadership team – a lovely way end to the school year 💙
#IndependentSchool #Liphook #PrizeGiving #Achievements #TogetherWeGrow
It was wonderful to welcome families to our annual Prize Giving as we celebrated the year that’s been and recognised the incredible achievements of our pupils 👏 A HUGE thank you to @benedictallenexplorer for joining us as our guest speaker. We may not all be setting off into the rainforest, but his stories certainly inspired our children to embrace their own adventures ahead. The celebrations continued with musical medleys, a surprise performance from our teachers and the handover from our Year 8 to the new student leadership team – a lovely way end to the school year 💙 #IndependentSchool #Liphook #PrizeGiving #Achievements #TogetherWeGrow
Could this summer be the perfect time to help your child become more independent? ☀️
In our latest blog, Georgie Hunter, Head of Pre-Prep and EYFS, explores why the summer holidays don't have to be about filling every moment. Instead, they can be an opportunity to step back, give …children more responsibility and watch their confidence grow.
Read more here ➡
Discover ways to help your child build confidence and independence this summer through routines, responsibility and child-led learning.
highfieldandbrookham.co.ukCould this summer be the perfect time to help your child become more independent? ☀️ In our latest blog, Georgie Hunter, Head of Pre-Prep and EYFS, explores why the summer holidays don’t have to be about filling every moment. Instead, they can be an opportunity to step back, give children more responsibility and watch their confidence grow. Read more here ➡
We are delighted to share that our pupils have been awarded a record 29 scholarships to a wide range of leading senior schools. 👏
The scholarships recognise achievement across an impressive range of disciplines, including academic, art, music, drama, dance, design engineering, product …design, performing arts and sport, reflecting the breadth of talent within this year's cohort.
Congratulations to all of our pupils on this fantastic achievement, and thank you to the staff who have supported them throughout their scholarship journeys. We wish them every success as they take their next steps.
Read more and find out about this year's record scholarship success. ➡
Highfield and Brookham School celebrates scholarship success with 29 pupils awarded places at top senior schools.
highfieldandbrookham.co.ukWe are delighted to share that our pupils have been awarded a record 29 scholarships to a wide range of leading senior schools. 👏 The scholarships recognise achievement across an impressive range of disciplines, including academic, art, music, drama, dance, design engineering, product design, performing arts and sport, reflecting the breadth of talent within this year’s cohort. Congratulations to all of our pupils on this fantastic achievement, and thank you to the staff who have supported them throughout their scholarship journeys. We wish them every success as they take their next steps. Read more and find out about this year’s record scholarship success. ➡
After an emotional farewell video (a true labour of love from Mr Backhouse!) it’s almost time to say goodbye to our Year 8s. Tomorrow we’ll celebrate all that they’ve achieved at Prize Giving, but today we’d simply like to thank them for being such a valued part of our school community. …
Wishing you every success and happiness in your exciting new journey ahead! ✨
After an emotional farewell video (a true labour of love from Mr Backhouse!) it’s almost time to say goodbye to our Year 8s. Tomorrow we’ll celebrate all that they’ve achieved at Prize Giving, but today we’d simply like to thank them for being such a valued part of our school community. Wishing you every success and happiness in your exciting new journey ahead! ✨