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After taking part in a series of creative writing workshops with writer and performer Talia Randall, a group of our students have achieved something truly special – their work has been published in an anthology titled ‘Somehow, They Love Sunshine’, now officially housed in the British Library.

These inspiring sessions, run through the First Story programme, helped them build confidence and creativity as they developed their unique voices through writing.

To celebrate, the students shared their imaginative pieces with parents and teachers and were treated to a delicious spread of food and refreshments.

A huge well done to Susannah, Savannah, Ivan, Sami, Zhnear, Francis and Ryan — we’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see what you write next.

Thank you to all the families who joined us for our Open Evening last night. It was a fantastic turnout and wonderful to meet so many of you, answer your questions, and share what makes Heron Hall Academy such a special place. If you would like a more personal look at the school, we are holding Open Mornings on Wednesday 1 October, Thursday 2 October and Friday 3 October, with tours at 9.10am and 10.15am. We look forward to welcoming you. 

On Monday 17th November and Wednesday 3rd December, the school immunisation team will be visiting Heron Hall to offer Flu immunisations to pupils in Year 7 to Year 11

The information letter is here and more information about Flu immunisations can be found on the Vaccination UK website: – www.schoolvaccination.uk/flu

It is important that the consent form is completed:  https://ncl.schoolvaccination.uk/flu/2025/enfield

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact the Immunisation Team directly on 020 8150 7505 or at [email protected]

Albanian    

Ju lutemi plotësoni formularin e pëlqimit me po ose jo.  Shërbimi Shëndetësor Kombëtar (NHS) mund t’ju kontaktojë drejtpërdrejt nëse formulari nuk plotësohet.

 

Arabic

يرجى إكمال نموذج الموافقة بنعم أو لا.  قد يتواصل معك الـ NHS مباشرةً إذا لم يتم تعبئة النموذج.

 

Bengali

অনুগ্রহ করে সম্মতি ফর্মটি হ্যাঁ বা না দিয়ে সম্পূর্ণ করুন।.  যদি ফর্মটি পূরণ না করা হয়, তাহলে NHS সরাসরি আপনার সঙ্গে যোগাযোগ করতে পারে।

 

Bulgarian

Моля, попълнете формуляра за съгласие с да или не.  Ако формулярът не е попълнен, NHS може да се свърже директно с вас.

 

Chinese (simplified)
请用是或否填写同意书。.  如果表格未填写，NHS 可能会直接联系您。

 

Chinese (traditional)
請用是或否填寫同意書。.  如果表格未填寫，NHS 可能會直接聯絡您。

 

Dari
لطفاً فورم رضایت را با بلی یا نخیر تکمیل کنید.  اگر فورم تکمیل نشود، NHS ممکن است مستقیماً با شما تماس بگیرد.

 

Estonian
Palun täitke nõusolekuvorm vastusega “jah” või “ei”.  Kui vormi ei täideta, võib NHS teiega otse ühendust võtta.

 

Farsi
لطفاً فرم رضایت را با پاسخ “بله” یا “خیر” تکمیل کنید.  اگر فرم تکمیل نشود، NHS ممکن است مستقیماً با شما تماس بگیرد.

 

French
Veuillez remplir le formulaire de consentement en répondant par “oui” ou “non”.  Le NHS peut vous contacter directement si le formulaire n’est pas rempli.

 

Greek
Παρακαλώ συμπληρώστε τη φόρμα συγκατάθεσης με “ναι” ή “όχι“.  Το NHS μπορεί να επικοινωνήσει απευθείας μαζί σας εάν το έντυπο δεν συμπληρωθεί.

 

Gujariti
કૃપા કરીને સંમતિ ફોર્મ “હાં” અથવા “ના” સાથે સંપૂર્ણ કરો.  જો ફોર્મ પૂર્ણ ન કરવામાં આવે તો NHS તમારો સીધો સંપર્ક કરી શકે છે.

 

Hindi
कृपया सहमति फ़ॉर्म को “हाँ” या “नहीं” के साथ पूरा करें।.  यदि फॉर्म पूरा नहीं किया जाता है, तो NHS आपसे सीधे संपर्क कर सकता है।

 

Italian
Per favore, completa il modulo di consenso con “sì” o “no”.  L’NHS potrebbe contattarti direttamente se il modulo non è compilato.

 

Latvian
Lūdzu, aizpildiet piekrišanas veidlapu ar “jā” vai “nē”.  NHS var tieši sazināties ar jums, ja veidlapa nav aizpildīta.

 

Lithuanian
Prašome užpildyti sutikimo formą atsakydami „taip“ arba „ne“.  NHS gali tiesiogiai su jumis susisiekti, jei forma nebus užpildyta.

 

Panjabi
ਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ ਸਮਝੌਤਾ ਫਾਰਮ “ਹਾਂ” ਜਾਂ “ਨਹੀਂ” ਨਾਲ ਪੂਰਾ ਕਰੋ।.  ਜੇਕਰ ਫਾਰਮ ਪੂਰਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾਂਦਾ, ਤਾਂ NHS ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਸਿੱਧਾ ਸੰਪਰਕ ਕਰ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ।

 

Pashto
 لطفاً د رضايت فورمه د “هو” يا “نه” سره ډکه کړئ.  که فورمه ډکه نه شي، نو NHS کېدای شي مستقیم له تاسو سره اړیکه ونیسي.

 

Polish
Proszę wypełnić formularz zgody, wybierając “tak” lub “nie”.  NHS może skontaktować się z Tobą bezpośrednio, jeśli formularz nie zostanie wypełniony.

 

Portuguese
Por favor, preencha o formulário de consentimento com “sim” ou “não”.  O NHS pode entrar em contato diretamente com você se o formulário não for preenchido.

 

Romanian
Vă rugăm să completați formularul de consimțământ cu „da” sau „nu”.  NHS vă poate contacta direct dacă formularul nu este completat.

 

Romany
Bakrlo te pherel o formi le anglalipenesa le ‘ava’ va le ‘na’.  NHS shaj te aven tutestar direktos te na pherel o formularyo.

 

Somali
Fadlan buuxi foomka oggolaanshaha adigoo dooranaya “haa” ama “maya”.  Haddii foomka aan la buuxin, NHS waxay si toos ah kula soo xiriiri kartaa.

 

Spanish
Por favor, complete el formulario de consentimiento con “sí” o “no”.  El NHS puede contactarte directamente si el formulario no está completado.

 

Taggalog
Pakisagutan ang form ng pahintulot gamit ang “oo” o “hindi.”  Maaaring direktang makipag-ugnayan sa iyo ang NHS kung hindi nakumpleto ang form.

 

Tigrinya
በጃኹም ነቲ ናይ ፍቓድ ቅጥዒ እወ ወይ ኣይፋል ብምባል ምልኣዮ.  እቲ ቅጥዒ እንተዘይተመልአ NHS ብቐጥታ ክረኽበካ ይኽእል እዩ።

 

Turkish
Lütfen onay formunu “evet” veya “hayır” ile doldurun.  Form doldurulmazsa, NHS doğrudan sizinle iletişime geçebilir.

 

Twi
Yɛsrɛ sɛ fa yiw anaa dabi hyehyɛ kratasin a ɛkyerɛ sɛ wɔpene so no.  NHS betumi ne wo adi nkitaho tẽẽ sɛ wɔanhyehyɛ kratasin no a

 

Ukrainian
Будь ласка, заповніть форму згоди, обравши «так» або «ні».  Якщо форму не заповнено, NHS може зв’язатися з вами безпосередньо

 

Urdu
براہ کرم رضامندی کا فارم ‘ہاں‘ یا ‘نہیں‘ کے ساتھ مکمل کریں۔.  اگر فارم مکمل نہیں کیا گیا تو NHS آپ سے براہ راست رابطہ کر سکتا ہے۔

 

Yiddish
ביטע פאַרענדיקט די צושטימונג־פֿאָרם מיט ‘יאָ‘ אָדער ‘ניין‘.  “די נהס קען אייך גלייך קאנטאקטירן אויב דער פארמאלאר ניט געווען געבעזערט.”

 

Yoruba
Jọwọ pari fọọmu ifohunsi pẹlu bẹẹni tabi rara.  NHS le kan si ọ taara ti a ko ba pari fọọmu naa.

We are looking forward to welcoming the children back in September.

Please see below for the staggered return dates at the start of the new academic year:

• Wednesday 3 September – Year 7 and Year 12 (induction morning only for Year 12)

• Thursday 4 September – Year 11 and Year 13

• Friday 5 September – Year 8, Year 9 and Year 10

Dear Parents and Carers

Celebrating our Year 11 students

I am writing to share with you the outcomes of this summer’s GCSE examinations. 

There are many individual stories of achievement, with students working hard, overcoming challenges and in many cases exceeding their own expectations.

We have seen particular successes in subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, drama and community languages. 

These reflect the breadth of talent at Heron Hall and the commitment of our staff and families in supporting our young people.

We have also seen encouraging improvements in a number of subjects compared to last year, which is a real credit to the hard work of students and staff.

I am immensely proud of our Year 11 students. 

They have shown real determination and resilience during their time with us, and these qualities will stand them in good stead as they take their next steps.

Your child

The successes we have celebrated this week show what is possible for every Heron Hall student. 

In just a few years’ time, your own child will be preparing for their GCSEs. 

With the right support, hard work and encouragement, they too can look forward to achieving results that open doors to the next stage of their education. 

We will be with them every step of the way.

Sixth Form Open Evening

Thursday 23 October 2025 6pm – 7.30pm

If you’re thinking ahead to life after GCSEs, this evening is for you. Discover our high-performing Sixth Form, meet subject leads, and explore how Heron Hall helps students aim higher—and go further.

We offer a wide range of courses and are committed to providing our students with the very best opportunities to progress into higher education, apprenticeships and employment. 

If your child is considering their next steps, I would strongly encourage you to explore what our Sixth Form can offer. See here.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Arthur Barzey

Headteacher

So proud of our Year 11s

We are extremely proud of our Year 11 students and all that they have achieved through their hard work and determination.

Their results reflect the effort they have put into their studies and the support they have received from staff and families.

There are many inspiring individual success stories, with students exceeding their own expectations and setting a strong foundation for their future.

These achievements highlight the resilience of our young people and the pride we all share in their success.

We are especially pleased with strong outcomes, including in biology, chemistry, physics, creative subjects such as drama, and community languages, which highlight the breadth of talent across the school.

We are also encouraged to see positive progress in a number of subjects compared to last year, reflecting the dedication of both staff and students.

Arthur Barzey, Headteacher:

“I am immensely proud of all our Year 11 students and the results they have achieved this summer. Their hard work, determination and resilience have really paid off, and there are so many inspiring stories of young people who have gone above and beyond their own expectations. I would also like to thank our staff and families for the support they have given along the way.”

Marino Charalambous, CEO, North Star Community Trust:

“I want to congratulate all our Year 11 students on their achievements. Their successes are a testament to their hard work, and to the families and staff who have supported them throughout their journey. At North Star Community Trust we remain committed to giving every young person the best possible opportunities to thrive.”

Dear Parents and Carers

Excellent Sixth Form results

On Thursday, Heron Hall Academy reached a very special milestone – our first ever Sixth Form exam results.

I am absolutely delighted that our young people achieved such strong results across a range of A level subjects, including some of the most demanding courses.

Highlights included: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Sociology and History. But many others too.

On the same day, we also received results for one of our BTECs – practical, career-focused qualifications designed to prepare students for further study or employment. 

This was also our first year running BTECs at Heron Hall, and in Health and Social Care we achieved a fantastic 100% pass rate.

We are really excited that our students have now received multiple offers from universities.

The list includes the University of Essex, City University (London), Queen Mary University of London and the University of Westminster. 

They will soon be studying on courses such Computer Science, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Law, Psychology and Business Management. 

We are proud of other students are moving into apprenticeships and employment – important next steps that reflect their hard work.

Surpassed expectations

Many students have surpassed expectations through sheer hard work and resilience.

They have achieved wonderful results that open doors to universities, apprenticeships and careers beyond. 

Everyone at the school – especially our amazing Sixth Form team – and you, our community of families, have supported these young people every single step of the way.

Thinking about Sixth Form places for September?

With GCSE results day next Thursday (21 August), we still have some places available in our Sixth Form for fantastic courses. 

Also, if your child’s results aren’t quite what they hoped for – or if you’re still deciding – please talk to us. 

We will work with you to find the right course and support for their next step (A levels or BTECs).

Sixth Form Open Evening – Save the date

Our next Sixth Form Open Evening will be on Thursday 23 October at 6pm.

We are always happy to talk to parents and families about Sixth Form options at any time – if you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Find out more here.

Year 10 parents

Your child will be starting Year 10 soon.

It won’t be long before your child is making their post-16 choices. 

We hope you will think about Heron Hall Sixth Form and will be very happy to talk to you about options.

The Mayor joins our celebrations!

Finally, our exams success was also recognised by the Council as part of their ‘Enfield Achieves’ campaign.

They gave us a ‘Wow!’ award too to mark our achievements.

It was such a pleasure and honour for us to have the Mayor of Enfield, Cllr Margaret Greer, join us for the morning. See what she said about us here.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Arthur Barzey

• Heron Hall’s first ever Sixth Form cohort has exceeded expectations – with excellent outcomes in some of the toughest A levels and a 100% pass rate in vocational courses.
• Stand-out success in challenging subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Sociology and History shows our students can rise to the challenge – and succeed – in the most demanding courses.
• Our students have achieved impressive results across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects, proving that at Heron Hall you can aim high and achieve your goals.

“I am incredibly proud of our students and the progress they have made. Many have surpassed expectations through sheer hard work and resilience, achieving results that open doors to universities, apprenticeships, and careers they once only dreamed of. As our pioneering first cohort, they have been true trailblazers — embracing the challenges of rigorous academic study and shaping a culture of STRIVE that will inspire future generations. I would also like to thank our dedicated staff, our Sixth Form team, and the families who have supported our students every step of the way.”

      Arthur Barzey, Headteacher

“These results show that Heron Hall is a place where ambition is matched by achievement. Students have flourished across a broad range of courses, proving that with the right support and opportunities they can reach – and often exceed – their goals. It’s an inspiring moment for our whole school community”                                                                                         

      Dr Donald Graham, Chair, Board of Trustees

“Our very first group of Sixth formers has delivered exceptional outcomes, achieving strong results in both academic and vocational pathways. From science and humanities to technology, they have shown determination, talent and the ability to excel in highly demanding subjects. This is an excellent foundation for the continued growth and success of our Sixth form.”

       Marino Charalambous, CEO

Apply Now for a place in our Sixth Form

We still have some places for September 2025.

You can find out more here.

The NHS are offering free online Flu seminars on 17th and 18th September for any parent who may have questions about the vaccinations.