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

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

Happy Black History Month🎉 At Finchley Catholic High School, Black History Month is a powerful opportunity to teach, reflect, and celebrate. Through engaging lessons in history, literature, science, the arts and beyond, we’re helping students explore the rich contributions of Black individuals and communities. Together, we learn from the past to shape a more inclusive future. #BlackHistoryMonth #FinchleyCatholic #TeachingForChange #InclusiveEducation

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

Year 10 and Year 12 Activity days🎨 This term bothYear 10 and Year 12 Spanish Students visited the @nationalgallery . The students were given a Spanish-language tour of Baroque paintings as well being able to try a few sketches themselves. #activitydays #mfl #spanishlessons #art #fchslondon

On Tuesday 15th July the year 10 Media Studies class visited the BFI IMAX cinema in Waterloo to see the film Superman. The boys loved the film and were complemented the on their exemplary behaviour 🎥🎭. To see a film on the largest screen in the country was very immersive and all the year 10s had a "super" time.🎥🎭 #fchslondon #mediastudies #superman #lightscameraaction

Y10 French pupils visited the @wallacemuseum for Activity Day. They discussed an eclectic mix of French pottery, armoury and painting. 🎨 They even got in a few sketches themselves! #mflfchs #CelebrateLanguages #languages #fchslondon #activityday #fchslondon

Our amazing sixth form team joined by our brave staff , took on the Ice Bucket Challenge in support of Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice — and they did not hold back! 🧊 Laughter, teamwork, and a lot of freezing water made yesterday unforgettable, all for an incredible cause that brings care and comfort to seriously unwell children and their families. 💙 A huge shoutout to everyone who donated, participated, and cheered us on — your support means the world. Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to make a difference together. 🙌 Link to donate in bio! #IceBucketChallenge #NoahsArkChildrensHospice #SixthFormSpirit #CharityChallenge #GivingBack #Teamwork #FrozenForAGoodCause #StudentLeadership #MakeADifference #SchoolCommunity #ColdButWorthIt #fchslondon

What an incredible way to wrap up the year – spending our final days at Gilwell Park surrounded by laughter, memories, and adventure 🌲🏕️✨ From team challenges to late-night chats, this trip was something special. A huge thank you to Mr. Nagle for putting together such a brilliant experience for our students. 🌲🏕️✨ GilwellPark #EndOfYearTrip #UnforgettableMoments #fchslondon

🎨 Day 3 at Gilwell! Our young adventurers got creative with painting lessons, explored nature on a year group walk to the lookout point 🌲, engineered designs in DT 🛠️, and built waterproof shelters in RE 🌧️⛺. Learning, laughter, and a lot of teamwork! #GilwellPark #OutdoorLearning #SchoolTrip2025 #fchslondon

Day 2 at Gilwell Park 🌿 Yesterday was all about variety, and challenge, with students rotating through an exciting mix of activities throughout the day! Some groups kicked things off with hands-on geography and PE sessions, using the natural landscape as their classroom. Others began with a calming meditation session, finding peace and focus through mindfulness in the heart of nature. 🗺️🧘‍♀️ As the day unfolded, students took turns tackling the zip line, flying through the treetops with huge smiles and building confidence with every leap. 🌲⚡ Meanwhile, others faced the heights in a different way — with the thrilling crate stacking challenge! #GilwellPark #OutdoorLearning #StudentChallenge #Day2Adventures #ExploreAndGrow #TeamworkInAction #NatureClassroom