<![CDATA[Lealands High School News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D77%26amp%3Bnid%3D5 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:36:06 GMT Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:36:06 GMT <![CDATA[ Students Step Into The World Of Filmmaking At Sky Studios ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=461 Today, our students had the exciting opportunity to visit Sky Studios and take part in an engaging film workshop.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:07:09 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=461 <![CDATA[ The Lealands High School Class of 2026 deserve to be absolutely thrilled with their GCSE, BTEC and VCert grades! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=446 The staff at Lealands High School are incredibly proud of our students and the results they have achieved this year.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:07:32 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=446 <![CDATA[ Year 11 Skills Programme ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=458 In a world where much of our free time is spent scrolling, the Skills Programme was created to encourage Year 10 students to discover new passions, build hard and soft skills and enhance their future applications.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:07:50 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=458 <![CDATA[ Sports Days ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=454 Well done to all of our students for such incredible and action-packed sports days! The enthusiasm, determination, teamwork and sportsmanship on display throughout the week were fantastic to see.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:09:48 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=454 <![CDATA[ Town Track & Field Athletics Championships 2026 ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=455 Please enter an introduction for your news story here.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:10:08 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=455 <![CDATA[ Beyond the Classroom: Experience Day 2026! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=460 On Thursday 9th July, over 700 enthusiastic students set off on an unforgettable Experience Day, exploring a variety of exciting destinations.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:10:25 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=460 <![CDATA[ Luton 5K Colour Run For Luton Foodbank ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=457 On Saturday 4th July, 28 of our amazing students and staff headed down to Wardown Park to get absolutely drenched in colour for the Luton Foodbank Annual 5K Colour Run!

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 14:48:30 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=457 <![CDATA[ A Year of Academic Excellence ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=456 We had a fantastic end to the year for the Year 9 Most Able students. The students received their final grades on Wednesday from their tutor, with the students achieving amazing grades.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:11:30 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=456 <![CDATA[ Class of 2026 Celebrate at Prom! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=459 We’re delighted to share that the Year 11 Prom, held at the beautiful Luton Hoo Walled Garden, was a fantastic success! Held on Thursday 2nd of July, the evening was filled with laughter, dancing, and plenty of unforgettable moments.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 15:36:06 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=459 <![CDATA[ Introducing Our Senior Student Leader Team! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=453 We are delighted to announce and congratulate our newly appointed senior student leaders for the 2026-2027 academic year!

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 14:19:52 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=453 <![CDATA[ Lealands Is Awarded School Games GOLD Award! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=449 We are delighted to announce that we have achieved the School Games Gold Mark Award for the 2025/26 academic year.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 12:55:17 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=449 <![CDATA[ Meet Our New Cohort Of Purple Ties! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=447 Friday 8th May marked a proud and exciting occasion for our Year 10 students as we gathered together for the first Purple Tie Presentation Assembly of the year.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 12:47:53 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=447 <![CDATA[ Careers Fair Opens Doors to Future Opportunities ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=451 On Friday 1st May, Lealands welcomed students from Years 7 to 10 to its annual Careers Fair. The event featured more than 20 exhibitors, including local and national employers, further education colleges, universities, and apprenticeship providers.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 13:23:17 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=451 <![CDATA[ Celebrating this year's UKMT Junior Maths Challenge results ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=448 What is the Junior maths challenge?

The Junior maths challenge is a 60-minute multiple choice assessment organised by the United Kingdom Mathematical Trust. They have created the competition so that talented mathematicians have an opportunity to showcase their mathematical ability. When a student shows exceptional talent in athletics, they compete in competitions locally and nationally and receive prizes. The junior maths challenge provides similar opportunity and prestige.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 12:52:33 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=448 <![CDATA[ University Enrichment and Academic Excellence Programmes ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=450 Fifteen students in Year 10 and 11  had the opportunity to visit the world-leading Royal Veterinary College in London.

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 13:04:21 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=450 <![CDATA[ Spit-Spot! The Magic of Mary Poppins ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=452 After months of learning lines, perfecting dance routines, and attending rehearsals and costume fittings that began way back in September 2025, our students finally brought their version of ‘Mary Poppins’ to life. Across three evening shows and two matinees, the talent on display was quite literally ‘practically perfect in every way.’

]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2026 14:14:38 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=452 <![CDATA[ Year 11 Easter Intervention Programme ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=443 Year 11 Easter Intervention programme

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:25:28 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=443 <![CDATA[ From Lealands to Brit Award Winner! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=442 We were absolutely thrilled to welcome back former student and Brit Award winner Myles Smith to Lealands today.

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:46:22 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=442 <![CDATA[ Slopes, Snowcats, and Success: Our Unforgettable Ski Trip to Italy!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=441 While most were tucked up in bed at 2.30am on Sunday, 18th January, the long awaited departure for our school ski trip was finally getting underway.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:20:01 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=441 <![CDATA[ Success At Luton School's Cross Country ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=439 Our cross country teams delivered an outstanding performance this January, showcasing incredible talent and determination across the board.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:05:21 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=439 <![CDATA[ Year 7 Rise to the challenge at Manor Adventure ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=440 In December, Year 7 students headed to Norfolk for an unforgettable residential trip to Manor Adventure, packed with excitement, teamwork, and new challenges.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:15:44 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=440 <![CDATA[ Winter Concert Highlights ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=437 The annual Winter Concert took place on Tuesday 9th December.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:05:37 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=437 <![CDATA[ Reader Leader Training ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=434 We are delighted to share that our Reader Leader Programme has officially launched with thanks to the University of Bedfordshire, who will oversee this programme and deliver training.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:37:59 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=434 <![CDATA[ GCSE certificates for students who sat their exams this Summer are now available for collection. ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=433 Students who sat exams in Summer 2025 can now collect their GCSE certificates from Main Reception.

]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:14:34 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=433 <![CDATA[ Rugby 'Royalty' Inspires Our Students ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=438 We were delighted to welcome former England rugby captain and Rugby World Cup winner Lawrence Dallaglio to our school this November.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:09:48 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=438 <![CDATA[ Lealands Remembers ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=432 At 11:00 am on Tuesday 11th November, the Lealands High School community gathered together for a Remembrance service to honour the sacrifices made by those who have lost their lives in conflicts.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:30:51 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=432 <![CDATA[ Presentation Evenings ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=436 In October, at Lealands High School, we celebrated the hard work, progress, and achievements of our students during the academic year 2024-25 with our much-anticipated annual Presentation Evenings.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:50:13 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=436 <![CDATA[ Blue Peris Trip 2025 ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=435 In October, a team of intrepid Year 9 students faced the wilds of Snowdonia, spending a challenging and rewarding week at the Blue Peris Mountain Centre.

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:46:27 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=435 <![CDATA[ 'Blue Ties' Start Their Lealands Journey ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=427 The Transition journey for our ‘Blue Ties’ started in June for most of our students.

]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:39:17 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=427 <![CDATA[ Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open Evening. ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=431 Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open Evening for prospective parents and students on Thursday 2nd October 2025.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:25:58 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=431 <![CDATA[ Outstanding Achievement ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=428 We've got some incredibly exciting news and massive congratulations to share! Our former student, Luca, has made his senior debut for Tottenham Hotspur!

]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:43:37 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=428 <![CDATA[ Prospective Parents Open Evening - Thursday 2nd October 2025 ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=391 Our open evening for prospective parents and students is taking place on Thursday 2nd October 2025 from 4pm.

]]> Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:27:51 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=391 <![CDATA[ BBC East Visits Compass Education Centre at Lealands ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=429 On Monday 8th September, the Compass Education Centre at Lealands had the pleasure of welcoming a team from BBC East, who visited to learn more about the centre’s work in supporting young people to re-engage with education following challenges with school attendance and engagement with learning at school.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:09:32 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=429 <![CDATA[ MP Sarah Owen Joins Year 9 Digital Citizenship Workshop ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=430 In September, a digital citizenship workshop was presented to a selection of Year 9 students. 'Be Internet Citizens' is a free education programme teaching critical media literacy skills and behaviours. It builds on Youtube's "Hit Pause" campaign.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:12:51 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=430 <![CDATA[ The Lealands High School Class of 2025 deserve to be absolutely thrilled with their GCSE, BTEC and VCert grades! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=424 The Lealands High School Class of 2025 deserve to be absolutely thrilled with their GCSE, BTEC and VCert grades! The staff at Lealands are ecstatic with our GCSE results and students deserve to be too!

]]> Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:23:25 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=424 <![CDATA[ Sports day ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=419 During the week beginning 7th July, our school came alive with the excitement and energy of our annual Sports Days.

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:34:32 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=419 <![CDATA[ Year 11 Prom ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=420 We’re delighted to share that the Year 11 Prom, held at the beautiful Luton Hoo Walled Garden, was a fantastic success!

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:39:13 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=420 <![CDATA[ Paris Trip: Four Days We Will Never Forget ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=421 From the 25th - 28th of June, Mrs Strachan, Miss Cussen, Mr Sharpe, Mr Taplin and I accompanied 45 students on trip to Paris.

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:59:38 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=421 <![CDATA[ Careers Fair ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=422 On Friday 20th June, Lealands welcomed students from Years 7 to 10 to its annual Careers Fair.

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:04:36 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=422 <![CDATA[ Gold Sports Award ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=417 Lealands Recognised for Sporting Excellence with Prestigious School Games Gold Mark Award

]]> Tue, 3 Jun 2025 13:29:24 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=417 <![CDATA[ Junior Maths Challenge ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=418 The Junior Maths Challenge is a 1 hour multiple choice test. We chose the top 20 students in Year 7 and Year 8 to participate in this prestigious competition.

]]> Tue, 3 Jun 2025 13:30:14 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=418 <![CDATA[ School Therapy Rabbits: Meet Our New Arrivals! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=416 We have some exciting news...our family of therapy rabbits has grown!

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:37:18 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=416 <![CDATA[ Day with Wates Construction Company ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=411 Wates construction company came in to work with our Year 10 students

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 13:01:14 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=411 <![CDATA[ Wizard of Oz Production ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=414 Lealands High School recently delighted audiences with its annual production, which this year was The Wizard of Oz.

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:22:57 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=414 <![CDATA[ Literacy Week 2025 ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=410 As you know, we celebrate Literacy Week big here at Lealands High School to really drive the importance of literacy as a lifelong skill.

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:48:25 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=410 <![CDATA[ Pancake Fundraiser ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=415 Our recent Shrove Tuesday pancake fundraiser was a delicious success!

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:31:12 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=415 <![CDATA[ Enterprise and Marketing Trip ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=413 The Business Department took a group of enterprise and marketing students to the BT Group offices in Aldgate, London.

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:02:52 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=413 <![CDATA[ Yr 10 Work Experience ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=412 In February, our Year 10 students embarked on an exciting journey into the world of work, participating in a week-long work experience program.

]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2025 14:39:44 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=412 <![CDATA[ Lealands' PTA: Join Our Community! ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=407 We have an exciting opportunity to become part of our school community through the formation of a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA)

]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:10:04 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=407 <![CDATA[ The Lion King Theatre Trip ]]> https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=408 On Wednesday 5th February, the Performing Arts team took 40 students to see The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre London, and what a day it was!

]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:21:21 GMT https://www.lealands.luton.sch.uk/news/?pid=77&nid=5&storyid=408