“Da Nobis Recta Sapere” Grant that we may be truly wise

🎤 Big shoutout to our incredible speakers! 👏 Huge congratulations to Liam for taking the WIN and to James for an amazing runner-up finish at the Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge! 🏆✨ Your voices, your passion, your words—absolutely inspiring. Well done to all students who took part.💬 #SpeakOutChallenge #JackPetchey #PublicSpeaking #StudentVoices #ProudMoment #fchslondon

🌟 A Huge Thank You! 🌟 We are incredibly proud of our sixth form students and their families for the generous donations to the food bank supporting Homeless Action Barnet. Your kindness is making a real difference in our community 💛 Let’s keep the conversation going and the compassion flowing. Every contribution counts. #CommunityCare #SixthFormSupport #HomelessActionBarnet #FoodBankDonations #TogetherWeCan #fchslondon

📅 Save the Date! Our Sixth Form Open Evening is coming soon: Wednesday 12th November ⏳ Countdown: 28 days to go! Discover our courses, meet our staff, and see what makes FCHS Sixth Form the perfect place for your future. We can’t wait to welcome you! #FCHSSixthForm #OpenEvening #SaveTheDate #FutureStartsHere #SixthFormLife

🚶‍♀️ Sponsored Walk for @alzheimersresearchuk 🚶‍♂️ On Thursday 9th October, our amazing Year 11 students walked 453 miles – the distance from FCHS to Galway, Ireland – by completing 20 laps around our school astro! This event wasn't just about raising funds; it’s about raising awareness and promoting mental health through community and activity. Your donations help Alzheimer’s Research UK fund vital work to diagnose earlier, develop treatments, and find a cure. Well done to all students who took part! A massive thank you to all who donated. Link to the donations page can be found in our bio #SponsoredWalk #AlzheimersResearchUK #FCHSCommunity #Year11Challenge #FundraiserForACure #MentalHealthMatters #TogetherForChange #fchslondon

Talk about Transition✨ Talk the Talk came to speak with our Year 7 students about secondary school transition. The workshops helped new secondary students build confidence, share experiences, and connect with classmates. 💡💪 From first-day nerves to new friendships — we talk it through, lift each other up, and grow together. 🌱✨ #Year7Journey #TalkAboutTransition #ConfidenceInSchool #OracyMatters #NewSchoolNewStart #SecondarySuccess #fchslondon

Year 13 Trip to Belgium On the 3rd and 4th October Year 13 students visited the town of Ypres in Belgium to learn about the impact of the First World War on British soldiers and their families back home. #Ypres #Belgium #WWIHistory #FirstWorldWar #FlandersFields #HistoryTrip #SchoolVisit #Year13 #LearningHistory

☕🍰 Sixth Form smashed it at our annual Macmillan Coffee Morning! With mountains of cake and endless cups of tea and coffee, we raised over £380 for an incredible cause. Huge thanks to everyone who donated, baked, brewed, and bought—your support helps Macmillan make a real difference 💚 #MacmillanCoffeeMorning #SixthFormFundraising #CakeForACause #ThankYou #fchslondon

Visit From @dantomlinsonmp 🏛️📈🗣️ Huge thanks to Dan Tomlinson MP for joining our Sixth Form Politics and Economics students! From discussing the realities of life in Parliament to exploring how economic policy shapes our communities, it was an inspiring and insightful session. Our students asked brilliant questions and gained a deeper understanding of how politics and economics intersect in the real world. A fantastic opportunity to connect classroom learning with current affairs! 🏛️📈🗣️ #DanTomlinsonMP #PoliticsAndEconomics #SixthFormExperience #FutureChangemakers #RealWorldLearning #fchslondon

Finchley Freshers🌸🎤 To welcome new students into the FCHS Sixth Form community, the Year 13 leadership team hosted a vibrant Female Freshers event filled with lunch, laughter, and lively activities. From a fun-filled quiz to spirited karaoke session, the afternoon was designed to help year 12 students build friendships and celebrate the start of their Sixth Form journey. #SixthFormLife #FCHSCommunity #StudentLeadership #Year13Leaders #fchslondon

This Friday, 3rd October, we are supporting CAFOD Family Fast Day with donations collected during form time. Your generosity will help communities like Waré’s in Ethiopia access clean water and support CAFOD’s emergency aid in places like Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, and Afghanistan. At lunch, our canteen will serve smaller portions—chips and 2 fish fingers—as a gesture of solidarity with those who go without. Let’s come together in faith and compassion. Thank you for your support! #CAFODFastDay #SupportCAFOD #FaithInAction #LiveSimply #CatholicSchoolLife #GiveBack #CompassionInAction #HarvestFastDay #WaterIsLife #TogetherForChange

✨ Thank you to everyone who made last night’s Open Evening a huge success! From our dedicated staff to our amazing student ambassadors, the energy and enthusiasm were truly inspiring. Yesterday’s event was one not to miss! 📸 If you couldn’t join us, visit our website to learn more about our admissions process and access application forms. #OpenEveningSuccess #ThankYou #Admissions2026 #SecondarySchoolLife #CommunitySpirit #fchslondon

This Week⭐

🐾 Meet our four-legged friend who’s making a big difference, one paw at a time! 🐶💛 Whether it’s a wagging tail at the school gate, a calming cuddle during a tough day, or just a quiet presence in the classroom, Beth is here to support our students' and staff mental health and emotional wellbeing. Beth is a beloved member of our school family. 🐕✨ #WellbeingDog #SchoolSupport #MentalHealthMatters #PawsitiveVibes #TherapyDog #KindnessInAction #SchoolCommunity #fchslondon

Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge📢 After a dynamic workshop led by expert trainers, students crafted and delivered powerful speeches on topics close to their hearts—from men's mental health and social injustice to personal growth and resilience. 👏 A huge congratulations to Achike, Liam, Jude O, Iliya T, James, Ben B and Luca B who have been selected to proceed to the assembly finals! Their speeches left a lasting impression on both judges and peers alike. From these, one student will be selected for the Barnet regional finals in January. We’re incredibly proud of all participants for their courage and creativity. The Speak Out Challenge isn’t just about winning—it's about finding your voice and using it to make a difference. Let’s keep speaking out and lifting each other up! #jackpetcheyfoundation #speakout #fchslondon

First Week at Finchley💫 Year 12 kicked off the academic year with an unforgettable trip to Gilwell Park — a day dedicated to connection, collaboration, and community. 🌳✨ From icebreaker games to team challenges, students — both familiar faces and new arrivals — came together to build friendships, share laughs, and lay the foundation for a strong and supportive year ahead. #GilwellParkTrip #Year12Journey #SchoolCommunity #NewBeginnings #TeamBuilding #StudentLife #fchslondon

We’re so excited to welcome you back! Here’s to a fresh start and a fantastic school year ahead! 🎒📚 #firstdayofschool #secondaryschool #fchslondon

Join us for our Open Day on Tuesday 30th September 2025, from 5pm to 7.30pm. 🎤 Headteacher Talks at 5.15pm and 7pm 🎟️ Please note: Talks are ticketed and first-come, first-served. Come and discover why we’re known as one of the happiest schools in the country 🌟 We can't wait to welcome you! 💛 #OpenDay2025 #SchoolOpenEvening #MeetOurSchool #HappiestSchool #EducationJourney #HeadteacherTalk #JoinUs

🌟 GCSE Results 2025 – Congratulations! 🌟 Our students have achieved incredible results: ✔ 46% grades 9-7 ✔ 82% achieved 9-5 ✔ RE 75%, English 85.5% & Maths 87% at 9-5 ✔ Science soared: Bio 66%, Chem 72%, Physics 73% at Grade 7+ We’re so proud of you all! 💙 #GCSEResults #Success #NextSteps #FinchleyCatholic #FCHS

🎉 Huge congratulations to our amazing students on their A Level results today! From A*s to personal bests, most have secured their next steps - university, apprenticeships, or employment. They're off to study everything from Aerospace Engineering to Acting, Medicine to Law, and more! 60% A*-B grades High progress score 👏 Thank you to our staff, parents & students - what a year! #ALevelResults #FutureReady #ProudSchool

Close to 100% for our y7 and 8 Gaelic Footballers at the@official_BPCGAA  @abc_allbritaincompetitions as they won all group games and the semi, losing to JoA in an intense final. Really proud of their efforts and attitude! #fchslondon #gaelicfootball @oneillssportswearuk @jodgrou