<![CDATA[Holmer Green Senior School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D1016%26amp%3Bnid%3D5 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:23:11 GMT Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:23:11 GMT <![CDATA[ UCAS Exhibition ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1520 Our Year 12s had a great day at the UCAS exhibition at the ExCel centre on Tuesday.  As well as universities, there were also talks from employers with degree apprenticeship schemes. All in all, a very helpful and inspiring day for the students.

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:22:17 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1520 <![CDATA[ Geography trip to Hengistbury Head ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1521 Our GCSE Geography students visited Hengistbury Head in Dorset this week - a spectacular coastal landmark and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

The students thoroughly enjoyed the day, seeing in person the sites they had studied in the classroom, bringing Geography to life.

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:22:44 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1521 <![CDATA[ Olympic Park trip ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1522 Our GCSE geographers visited the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, focusing on urban regeneration, sustainability, and changing land use in East London. 

]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:23:11 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1522 <![CDATA[ Year 9 Futures Morning ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1514 Year 9 Futures Morning

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:21:32 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1514 <![CDATA[ Bucks Youth Summit 2026 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1515 HGSS shared their voice with hundreds of Bucks students.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:54:08 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1515 <![CDATA[ 'Teechers' at Theatre Royal Windsor ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1516 A great night out was had by all when a group of Year 11 and 12 students entered the world of Whitewall Academy for the evening as they watched the hilarious show 'Teechers' at the Theatre Royal, Windsor.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:00:14 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1516 <![CDATA[ Bucks Skills Show ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1518 Year 10 did the school proud when they visited the Bucks Skills Show this year. They got stuck in to CPR, policing, army, law, midwifery, amongst so much more in what proved to be a truly inspiring day.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:17:23 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1518 <![CDATA[ 'Hooked' - Year 8 Assembly ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1513 Today we had a powerful Year 8 assembly exploring the effects of addiction, vaping and smoking.

]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2026 16:50:50 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1513 <![CDATA[ FTC Robot Competition ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1519 On Tuesday 24th February, students from our robotics club did brilliantly in the FTC Robot Competition heats. 

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:28:04 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1519 <![CDATA[ Year 12 Geography trip to Great Missenden ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1517 Our Year 12 geographers went on a rather wet field trip to Great Missenden. Despite the rain, a productive and fun time was had by everyone! 

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:02:29 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1517 <![CDATA[ One Can Trust ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1512 One Can Trust - over 300 items donated. Thank you!

]]> Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:32:53 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1512 <![CDATA[ Rotary Young Chef Competition ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1510 On Friday 12th December we hosted external judges from the Rotary Young Chef Competition.

]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:13:11 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1510 <![CDATA[ Sixth Form Open Evening - December 2025 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1508 Wed, 3 Dec 2025 11:55:03 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1508 <![CDATA[ Open evening 2025 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1505 On Thursday 9th October, we held our Open Evening for 2026 entry. 

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:30:44 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1505 <![CDATA[ GCSE Results 2025 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1501 Congratulations to all our students on their GCSE results and in particular for their resilience and dedication.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:25:50 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1501 <![CDATA[ Sixth form results 2025 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1500 We are incredibly proud to celebrate the A-Level results of our Holmer Green Senior School students. Almost a fifth having been awarded A*-A grades, and 66% Distinction*-Distinction grades.

]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:26:21 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1500 <![CDATA[ You said, we did ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1499 You said, we did ]]> Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:31:39 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1499 <![CDATA[ CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE 2024 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1487 Please follow the link below to view our Christmas Showcase 2024 ]]> Thu, 6 Feb 2025 10:00:13 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1487 <![CDATA[ Music by the Common ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1478 Music by the Common - 1 December 2024 ]]> Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:49:08 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1478 <![CDATA[ Holmer Green Senior School receives prestigious Platinum Artsmark Award again ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1451

We’re extremely proud of being re-designated as an Artsmark Platinum school.

We are committed to delivering a high-quality arts and cultural education and we look forward to continuing to grow with Artsmark.

]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:35:12 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1451 <![CDATA[ Celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities - 3 December 2023 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1440 HGSS recently hosted Purple Sock Day, raising an impressive £402.71 for the National Autistic Society (NAS).

 

The sea of purple socks worn by students and staff demonstrated our commitment to supporting those in our community on International day of persons living with disability.

 

]]> Tue, 19 Dec 2023 20:41:24 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1440 <![CDATA[ Closing date for Sixth Form Applications - Friday 17 January 2025 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1434   ]]> Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:49:03 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1434 <![CDATA[ WE ARE A MICROSOFT SHOWCASE SCHOOL! ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1431 Holmer Green Senior School Achieves Microsoft Showcase School Status for 2022-2023 ]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:38:24 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1431 <![CDATA[ Catering gets 5-star environmental health rating! ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1420 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:46:04 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1420 <![CDATA[ History beyond the classroom ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1419 The History Department has highlighted a number of ways to engage your child in reading, watching and listening to History content linked to their studies outside of the classroom.  ]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:46:46 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1419 <![CDATA[ The Buckinghamshire School Awards 2023​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1411 As a school we are very pleased that our pastoral and inclusion team have been nominated for a Buckinghamshire School Award for their Inclusion work.    ]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 14:37:32 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1411 <![CDATA[ Cake Bake Sale ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1402 The recent Cake Bake Sale in aid of Wycombe Homeless Connection raised £266.11 ]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 12:19:17 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1402 <![CDATA[ New non-fiction collection in our library - books to read before you leave school ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1401 We have an amazing, comprehensive, new display in the library of over 300 titles that are recommended for students to read before they leave school, go to uni, start an apprenticeship or career. The books are mainly aimed at students in years 10, 11, 12 and 13. ]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 10:30:35 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1401 <![CDATA[ British Schools National Judo Champion ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1399 Congratulations to Bobby Pusey for representing the school at the British Schools Judo Championships earlier in March.  He fought in the under 66kg and won the Gold medal.  
Well done Bobby who is now the National Champion in his discipline!

 

 

]]> Wed, 29 Mar 2023 12:05:01 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1399 <![CDATA[ New! Reading Club for all Year 7 and 8 students ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1394 We have recently launched a Reading Club for all Year 7 and 8 students, to give them a quiet, calm space to get their reading homework done at school. ]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2023 10:12:26 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1394 <![CDATA[ Free books for all Year 7 and 8 students! ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1393 At the end of last term every Year 7 and 8 student was given a free book and bookmark to keep and take home, as part of the Book Trust Book Buzz Scheme.  ]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2023 10:13:25 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1393 <![CDATA[ Making learning more accessible ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1392 As part of our Microsoft Schools development, we have been trialling more use of technology in the classroom in all subject areas. One of our favourite programs that is being used is Immersive Reader.  This can be used with Microsoft online, it is a simple concept but is being used to improve reading comprehension and building confidence amongst our students.   ]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2023 10:11:06 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1392 <![CDATA[ Teacher Strike Day ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1391 Wednesday 1 February 2023 ]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:37:28 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1391 <![CDATA[ Character Challenge ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1389

]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2022 13:11:47 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1389 <![CDATA[ Christmas Events for Students 2022 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1386 Please enter an introduction for your news story here.

]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2022 09:14:48 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1386 <![CDATA[ Expansion Update ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1384 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 10:28:15 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1384 <![CDATA[ A Night of Shakespeare ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1383 Tue, 8 Nov 2022 11:25:39 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1383 <![CDATA[ Welcome to ex-student as artist in residence ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1382 A huge warm welcome to Mr Travell, who will be working in the Visual Arts department one day per week this academic year.  Mr Travell was a student at HGSS and went on to study at Bucks New University.  He recently secured a First Class (Honours) degree in Textile design. ]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2022 09:48:29 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1382 <![CDATA[ Great new non-fiction books for our library ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1380 We have been lucky enough to receive lots of non-fiction books for our library this term and students are loving having the chance to borrow brand new books! Many thanks to all the Holmer Green Senior School families who have kindly chosen to donate these books from our Amazon wishlist. ]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:54:11 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1380 <![CDATA[ HGSS Choir performs at Music on the Common ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1373 The HGSS choir performed beautifully at Music on the Common on the 16  July 2022. ]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2022 11:41:03 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1373 <![CDATA[ Volunteers for Scouting ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1372 Holmer Green has an extremely successful Scout Group, with 2 Beaver Colonies (ages 6-8), 2 Cub Packs (ages 8-10½) and a Scout Troop (ages 10½ to 14). ]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:21:29 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1372 <![CDATA[ Youth Needs Survey ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1371 The Missendens Community Board has created a Youth Needs Survey, to get the views of young people on what they need in the local community. ]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:17:19 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1371 <![CDATA[ YouTube parental restrictions ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1370 Historically one of the main concerns has been the lack of parental restrictions or controls that have been available within YouTube.  ]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:15:07 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1370 <![CDATA[ Free books, e-books and audiobooks to help keep your child reading over the summer ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1369 Join your local library

Did you know that you and your family can join your local library and borrow books, e-books and audiobooks all for free?

]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:14:23 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1369 <![CDATA[ Attendance Matters ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1364 HGSS attendance policy has been amended.  The main points are summarised below, but a full copy is found here and it is requested that all parents/carers familiarise themselves with it. ]]> Fri, 27 May 2022 10:29:18 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1364 <![CDATA[ Chiltern Football League Division 1 - Year 8 ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1363 I’m Ollie Blundy, the captain of the Year 8 football team, 2021-2022.  We had a good season, yet it was ended early with an unlucky loss in the cup quarter finals against Chalfont Community College. ]]> Tue, 24 May 2022 18:58:44 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1363 <![CDATA[ Help your child choose school library books from home! ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1362 We’ve recently launched a new library web app for students, parents and staff. The Accessit web app has a wide range of information about the school library. ]]> Tue, 24 May 2022 10:07:25 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1362 <![CDATA[ Bugsy Malone is coming to HGSS! ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1359 We invite you to join the cast of HGSS for a fun filled night in Fat Sam's Bar! ]]> Thu, 5 May 2022 12:19:53 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1359 <![CDATA[ Poisson d'Avril ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1358 Thu, 7 Apr 2022 12:59:42 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1358 <![CDATA[ Netball success ]]> https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1347 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:10:03 GMT https://www.holmer.bucks.sch.uk/news/?pid=1016&nid=5&storyid=1347