The Department for Education has released Key Stage 4 performance statistics of student outcomes 2024/25. Progress measures aren’t being published for this cohort as KS4 pupils in this year did not have KS2 assessments due to the Covid Pandemic, however attainment scores have now been released.
We are delighted to share the news that we have received confirmation of achieving the highest level of International School Status again from the British Council! This is a testament to the hard work of staff across the school and the fantastic range of 'International school' projects that we undertake.
The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the British Council’s work with schools so that young people gain the cultural understanding and skills they need for life work in today’s world. It involved submitting a detailed application that demonstrates the breadth and depth of our International Schools projects across NLS.
As an International School we provide opportunities for all of our students to experience the world in different ways.
Students attended over three days last week with their Tutors in their Colleges, which also gave them an opportunity to build relationships within their Tutor Group.
Students had the chance to handle a range of exotic animals, with many facing their fears to hold bearded dragons, corn snakes and giant snails, among other animals and insects as well as learning about special adaptations these creatures have developed and the habitats in which they live.
They explored the glass houses collecting clues to find out more rainforest plants and environments and explored the gardens.
We welcome prospective Year 12 students to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 6 November from 6.00 to 8.00pm.
Join us and find out what our Sixth Form has to offer and how we support all our students to reach their potential.
This is a great opportunity to meet teachers, discover our rich curriculum and fantastic subjects and gain an insight into the Sixth Form experience we offer.
Our students will be offering tours throughout the evening.
Head Teacher, Head of Sixth Form and Senior Student Leaders talks at 6.15 and 7.00pm.
We look forward to meeting you.
On Friday 10 October, World Mental Health Day, we supported Hello Yellow to fundraise for YoungMinds, a mental health charity for young people.
Students were invited to wear a yellow accessory alongside their usual NLS uniform to raise awareness and funds for this important cause.
In addition, we held a cake sale during break time, and students could either bake or donate cakes for the event.
We added a donation option to our ParentPay page, and we appreciate any contributions that parents and carers are able to make. Sixth Form students will be able to pay on the day by card in the Sixth Form areas.
We are delighted to have raised £860.
As part of our focus on World Mental Health Day, students will receive guidance on how to support their own mental wellbeing and will be reminded of the resources and support available to them within the school.
On Friday 26 September 2025, the whole school came together to take part in our annual Race for Life charity event in support of Cancer Research. In the lead-up to the day, tutor time sessions helped students learn more about cancer, its treatments, and the importance of fundraising in the fight against it.
The event itself was a brilliant showcase of community spirit. Students from Years 7–13 walked or ran laps around the school fields, aiming to complete as many circuits as possible within the hour. Everyone joined in the spirit of the occasion by wearing pink—whether it was socks, headbands, tutus or even face paint—creating a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. Staff lined the course to cheer students on, with many also running alongside them.
Donations were collected both through sponsorships and individual contributions, with some students managing to complete more than five laps. The enthusiasm, energy and determination on display were inspiring, and it was fantastic to see the whole school working together towards such an important cause.
We are delighted to announce that, thanks to the generosity of our students, staff and wider community, we raised an incredible £2647 for Cancer Research. A huge thank you to everyone who took part and supported this event—you truly made a difference!
The September online safety newsletter has been added to the website in the Safeguarding tab, then online safety, and can be read here September Online Safety Newsletter
There are a number of newsletters, and parent guides, useful links and information within this section on the website that you may find of interest.
We welcome prospective Year 7 students to our 2025 Open Evening on Wednesday 24 September from 5.30 to 8.00pm.
Once again, we are delighted to share that our students at North Leamington School have received excellent GCSE examination results.
Head Teacher Mike Lowdell stated “ on behalf of all the staff at North Leamington, we would like to congratulate each and every one of them, for their continued dedication to study and sustained positive attitude which has led to such wonderful outcomes yet again. It was a pleasure to see so many thrilled students, parents and carers today who can all quite rightly be proud of their children’s success”
North Leamington School are delighted to celebrate with Year 13 students as they achieved truly outstanding A Level and BTEC results!
This year’s impressive results include an overall pass rate of 99% whilst, 65% of all A Level grades achieved were A*-B.
Mike Lowdell (Headteacher) paid testimony to all involved: "Whatever the destination, we know that the concerted efforts of all will mean that these students will be well-equipped to be a success in their next step. As always we are so proud of our students' efforts, we wish them all the luck in their future endeavours.
NLS will have representation at both Oxford and Cambridge universities in 2025 and the whole community extends its congratulations to Luke and Oliver! A number of students are taking up prestigious apprenticeships with local and national employers while the vast majority of students have successfully secured their preferred university choices. NLS students are set to embark on a diverse range of degree courses in subjects as varied as Psychology, Midwifery, Textile Design, History, Biomedical Science, Maths, Law, Philosophy, Zoology. All of this and more will be undertaken at more local organisations (e.g. Warwick, Coventry) or more further afield (e.g. Cardiff, Durham, Exeter, York).
Our Summer Music concert on Tuesday 8 July was another wonderful success. The event showcased the incredible talent of over sixty outstanding performers from solo pieces to our larger extra-curricular ensembles including our pop Choir, Wind Band and String Group who, along with our peripatetic teachers provided some memorable performances and inclusive group music-making experiences.
On Monday 7 July we celebrated our Year 11 students.
The Year 11 Celebration Day started in the morning with the opportunity for students to come together to all meet again and sign shirts before enjoying their Leavers Assembly in the theatre looking back over their time at North Leamington School.
Their Leavers assembly included: inspirational words and messages from teachers, reflected on their journey, recognitions for achievements and contributions to school life along with student and teacher awards.
