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THE SCHOOL WILL BE OPEN TOMORROW, MONDAY 6TH FEBRUARY. IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR JOURNEY DUE TO THE ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS, THEN PLEASE DO NOT VENTURE OUT. PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL ON THE DRIVE , PATHS AND PARKING AREAS.

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Olympic Gymnast Danny Lawrence visits York House

We were treated to a stunning demonstration and talk from GB Olympic Gymnast Danny Lawrence when he visited last week to lead our sponsored fitness circuits. read more

Half Term Cycling proficiency course at York House

The first ever York House School Cycling Proficiency Course took place during the recent October half term holiday. read more

Lots and Lots of cakes and spots.

Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of York House Families, our mufti day and cake sale raised an amazing final total of £727 . read more

York House U'10s scoop Football tournament trophy

  York House were winners of their own annual football tournament in the under 10 age group. The team played a total of four games, scoring five goals and conceding just one. read more

Yr 2 visit to London Fire Brigade Musum

  On Tuesday 15th November Form II went on a trip to the London Fire Brigade Museum. They had a great time watching an actor tell the story of the Great Fire. read more

Vacancy for new post at York House; Marketing Manager

Follow the link on the right to find out about this new employment opportunity at York House. read more

Pre-Prep Assessments for Sept 2012 commence on 21st November

Assessments for Nursery and Reception candidates for September 2012 are being held during the week commencing 21st November 2011. read more

Swimming Tournament Cancelled Mon 14th November

  We regret that Mr Gurney's medical absence has made it necessary to cancel the Inter-school swimming match that was scheduled for Monday afternoon. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. read more

Governors announce new appointment for September 2012

The Chair of Governors Mrs Noach was happy to confirm the appointment of Mr J Gray to the school community this week. read more

Astro-turf plans win official seal of approval

We are delighted to announce that planning permission was officially granted at our local council Planning committee meeting yesterday evening for the new Astroturf sports surface at York House. read more

York House Pupils win Herts Police Safety Poster competition

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CREEPY CUISINE COMING TO THE CANTEEN

Count Dracula will be taking over the York House kitchen on Tuesday 18th October to cook us some halloween-themed foods. Please click on the right to see what's on his menacing menu! read more

A Bumper Harvest at York House

Last Friday the Junior Department proudly presented a Harvest-themed assembly to the rest of the school and the Junior Parents. read more

Information Evening for current and prospective families - 17th October 2011

  To the right you will find a flyer about our recent information evening which was held on Monday 17th October, between 6.30-7.30pm in the school Dining Hall. read more

Launch of Sporting Records Archive & Activities directory

Past and present pupils can now find their claim to sporting fame documented in the official York House sporting record archive. read more

OPEN MORNINGS on 6th + 8th October 2011

No appointment is required at our forthcoming Open Mornings and our doors are open between half past nine and midday on both Thursday 6th and Saturday 8th October. read more

YORK HOUSE FOOTBALLERS 'EARN THEIR SPURS'

York House was honoured to receive a visit and several hours of valuable training from the coaching team of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club last Friday. read more

FREE SARACENS TICKETS AND SPECIAL SEASON TICKET OFFER

  We hope you all enjoyed the free tickets to the Saracens vs. Worcester on SUNDAY 18th SEPTEMBER  (Kick off; 2.15pm) Over 100 of our parents and pupils were able to the match. read more

NEW: Improvements to our After-School Care provision

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NEW! Gallery of Centenary Fun Day Photos

Please the follow the link on the right to visit our gallery of photos from the Centenary Fun Day. See if you can find yourself! read more

The Living Rainforest experienced by Year 2

This term in Science and Geography the children in Year 2 have been learning about adaptation, the edible rainforest and the location of the world’s rainforests. read more

WATFORD OBSERVER COVERS OUR CENTENARY PARTY

Follow this link to see an article about our recent fun day on the local press website ; http://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/9120233._Not_even_the_rain_clouds_could_dampen_the_fun_today_/ read more

Pre-Prep trip to Legoland

The sun shone down on the Pre-Prep Department's trip to Legoland last week, and as you can see a very good time was had by all. read more

FUN DAY SPIRITS BUOYANT DESPITE THE RAIN!

York House pupils remained in high spirits, despite the heavens opening just as our Street Party was due to start today. read more

What Year 6 Did next .. (at PGL)

 Latest News from Miss Chandler and Year 6; "We have had another excellent day with sunshine and only a few drops of rain. read more

NEWS FROM YEAR 6 ADVENTURERS AT PGL

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Sun shines on Year 2 visit to study habitats

  Year 2 have been studying habitats, classification and lifecycles this term. read more

PRE-PREP 'DIGGERS' ARE BUDDING GARDENERS

  Pre-prep children have been developing “Green Fingers” this term with the help of Bill Sylvester, an Old Yorkist. read more

WATFORD OBSERVER HIGHLIGHTS 'GLOWING' INSPECTION REPORT

Please follow the link below to read a wonderful web article published today by the Watford Observer about our recent inspection.  http://www.watfordobserver.co.uk/news/9020054. read more

DAILY NEWS UPDATES FROM THE YEAR 7 FRENCH TRIP

Follow the link on the right see the latest news and pictures from Miss MacKenzie, Mr Biggs and the Year 7 French Trip. read more

EXCELLENT ISI INSPECTION REPORT

Following our recent inspection, the Independent Schools Inspectorate has declared York House School to be 'excellent' in many respects. read more

"PLEASE SIR, CAN WE HAVE SOME MORE?"

Congratulations are due to the magnificent cast and crew of this year's school production, 'Oliver!' which is attracting rave reviews from its audiences. read more

Cross-Country Squad victorious at St John's

York House is very proud of its Cross-Country running squad (pictured) that delivered an excellent ensemble performance, and emerged as overall winners of the St John's Cross-Country competition. read more

RED NOSE DAY ~ TOTAL SO FAR

A big well done to all of the pupils and staff, who have today munched cakes, worn red mufti and competed in a colouring competition for the Red Nose Day appeal . read more

Yr 2 visit to Bhaktivedanta Manor

  Form 2 have recently been to visit Bhaktivedanta Manor, the Hare Krishna temple in Aldenham Hertfordshire. This trip links to the children’s RE work this term. read more

CHORUS OF APPROVAL AT CENTENARY FOUNDERS SERVICE

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Junior Ground Force go Tree-planting at Heartwood Forest

The Junior School all travelled to Heartwood Forest on Thursday 10th February to help the Natural Trust to plant 375 Hazel trees. read more

RUGBY SEASON OFF TO A FLYING START

Our Rugby teams have launched the season with some firm victories against Keble, and are attending training with the Saracens at the Old Albanians RFC ground for 2 days this week. read more

SUMMER CENTENARY BALL TICKETS ON SALE NOW

  We are delighted to announce the launch of the York House School Centenary Summer Ball which is to be held at school on Saturday June 18th 2011. read more

CENTENARY FOUNDERS SERVICE 12th February 2011

Pupils past and present will be attending our CENTENARY FOUNDERS SERVICE on Saturday 12th February 2011. read more

Pictures of Christmas Lunch and Parties can be viewed in the Gallery

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Our Centenary Aerial Photograph

On 29th September a helicopter flew to York House School and landed in the playing fields. The experience was the cause of much fun and excitement for the boys and girls (and staff!). read more

FROST FAIR PHOTOS & NEWS

  Christmas comes early to York House School!  Follow the links on the right to the news article and the gallery of photos. read more

REMEMBER REMEMBER THE 13TH NOVEMBER

Saturday night went off with a bang as York House enjoyed its annual Parents’ Association Fireworks Party. read more

NUTRITION WORKSHOPS WITH CHARTWELLS

Students in the Prep School had fun using pedal power to make smoothies during the Nutrition workshops run by our caterers, Chartwells, on the last day of the half-term. read more

WINNERS OF POLICE POSTER COMPETITION

As part of the PSHE curriculum, our pupils recently entered a Herts Police / Herts Fire and Rescue competition to design safety posters for the Halloween / Guy Fawkes season. read more

IMAGES OF OLD YORKIST REUNION

Centenary Reunion Photographs are now online and images  can be accessed by clicking on the 'GALLERY' heading (above). read more

CHARITY FUNDS 'RIDING HIGH'

Miss Palmer spearheads fundraising for Lions Club We are proud to announce a total sum of £495. read more

JUNIOR SCHOOL HARVEST FESTIVAL

On Thursday 30th September the Junior School invited parents, pupils from Forms 1 to 8 to join them for the annual Harvest Assembly. read more

REUNION DAY PROVES POPULAR

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100 YEARS OF SUCCESS

York House celebrates its Centenary this year. Term started with all the children receiving a lovely Centenary badge, kindly donated by the Parents' Association. read more

LADIES NIGHT

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PARENTS' ASSOCIATION UPDATE

End of Exam Celebrations! Boys in the Senior School celebrated the end of their exams in style at two successful discos held in the Archdale Hall last Friday. read more

OPEN DAYS

Our recent Open Days were a tremendous success with many visitors. Thank you to the staff, children, parents and Governors for their support. read more

YEAR 7 FRENCH TRIP 2010

The Year 7 residential trip to France was a tremendous success and to read the diary and enjoy the photographs then go to News and click on Year 7 French Trip. read more

THANK YOU!

OUR MUFTI DAY AND CAKE SALE WERE A TREMENDOUS SUCCESS, RAISING A MASSIVE £1822 FOR THE HAITI APPEAL FUND. read more

Sports Scholarships

Congratulations to Harry Brooks and Richard Dichlian who have both gained sports scholarships to Millfield. Richard also gained a sports scholarship to Shiplake College. read more

Non-Uniform Day

This was a tremendous success collecting £290 for the BBC Children in Need appeal. More will be raised at our FROST FAIR on Saturday 21st November 12.30 - 3-00pm read more