NEWS & VIEWS

Our Art pupils recently visited Bournemouth Oceanarium, where they gathered inspiration for future projects while exploring the fascinating underwater world. From colourful tropical fish to graceful sea turtles, there was plenty to spark creativity and encourage observational drawing. A brilliant day filled with art, learning and discovery! 🎨🐠

A huge congratulations to all of our Year 11 pupils who have now completed their GCSE examinations! 🎉 We are incredibly proud of the resilience, determination and hard work they have shown throughout the exam period. Now it's time to relax, celebrate your achievements and enjoy a well-deserved break. We can't wait to see what the future holds for each and every one of you!

Our Primary pupils had a fantastic time taking part in a range of exciting STEM activities. They put their problem-solving skills to the test, worked collaboratively on engineering challenges, and explored scientific concepts through hands-on experiments. It was wonderful to see so much curiosity, creativity and teamwork on display! 🚀🔬

What a fantastic Sports Day! 🏅 Our pupils showed incredible enthusiasm, determination and sportsmanship as they took part in a range of events throughout the day. From sprint races to team challenges, everyone gave their best effort and supported one another every step of the way. A huge well done to all who participated and helped make the day such a success! 👏🎉

Our Year 10 Animal Care group had a wonderful day visiting the city farm this week. Pupils had the opportunity to meet a variety of animals, learn about their care and welfare, and gain valuable insight into real-life animal management. It was a fantastic hands-on experience that brought their learning to life! 🐐🐓🐇

A fantastic day of discovery at Winchester Science Centre! Pupils explored interactive exhibits, took part in hands-on activities and learned about the world around them through science. A brilliant trip that inspired plenty of curiosity and excitement. 🔬👏🚀

Our Year 10 Computer Science pupils enjoyed an inspiring trip to Bletchley Park, the historic home of Britain's World War II codebreakers. They explored interactive exhibits, learned about the groundbreaking work of Alan Turing and his team, and discovered how early computing has influenced the technology we use today. A fantastic day of learning beyond the classroom! 💻🔍

If you thought the return of the Winter Olympics was exciting, you should have seen this! Yarrow Heights School has been celebrating after two brilliant football wins from two different teams . Our Year 8 & 9 team and our Year 10 & 11 team both took to the pitch and came away victorious, showing fantastic teamwork, determination and sportsmanship throughout. Well done everyone! 👏

Pupils in primary and year 7 met with Tom and his guide dog, Toby, on Tuesday. Tom spoke about his life having guide dogs and the training that they take part in. We also learnt that when someone is with a guide dog and the harness is in an upward position the dog is working and should not be interrupted. A guide dog can learn a particular route and where doors are with just one visit. Tom and Toby are very lucky to have visited the White House, Empire State Building and Sta

Firefighters from our local station visited the school this week to share important lessons about fire safety with our students. They explained how to stay safe at home and in the community, then showed some of the equipment they use during emergencies, including protective gear and specialised tools. Students asked some fantastic questions and enjoyed getting a close look at the items that help firefighters do their vital work.

We are incredibly proud to share that Yarrow Heights School has once again been rated Outstanding in all areas following our most recent Ofsted inspection, which took place from 16th–18th September 2025. ​ The report highlights the exceptional quality of education, the exemplary behaviour and attitudes of our pupils, and the unwavering commitment of our staff team. It also recognises the school’s nurturing culture, where every pupil is valued as an individual and supported to

We are delighted to congratulate our Year 11 pupils on their achievements in this year’s GCSE and Level 2 examinations. Overall, 55% of...

🎉 A huge well done to our amazing Post-16 pupils and staff who worked so hard to organise and host a fantastic cake sale at our...

That's it for another school year, and what an incredible year it has been. Please click on the button below for some of our highlights.

We’re delighted to invite you to our Orientation Day this September. We understand how important it is for pupils and families to feel...

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We are pleased to announce that the next topic for our Leadership Forum will focus on "The Importance of School Attendance." This...

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Our first adventure in the residential trilogy is complete! Years 9 and 10 had an incredible time at Marchants Hill , taking on exciting...

What an incredible day out in London for our 12 KS4 pupils! Starting with a train ride to Waterloo, we explored some of London's most...