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01/07/25

Hot off the Hob🔥🔥 Student Masterchef Competition was back this evening and this year it was hotter than ever! We were thrilled to welcome back ⁦⁩ – MasterChef star, bestselling author, and our very own ex-student – as special guest judge! pic.twitter.com/EaXH8a0ddm

01/07/25

An incredible performance at the GBDO National Finals in Cheltenham by our Dance Performance Team! We are very proud of you all💫🩵💛 pic.twitter.com/qMsLvVZafn

19/06/25

Students from across our Years 7, 8, 9, and 10 recently attended an inspiring careers talk presented by The Power of Events. During this session, they learned about the seven key sectors within the events industry, as well as the diverse range of jobs and opportunities available. pic.twitter.com/8i6UuCPS5Y

19/06/25

It was a delight to witness our talented actors/actresses showcase their improvisational skills in our recent House Drama Improvisation Competition. Congratulations to all participants, and a special commendation to Austin for winning!https://t.co/MAtIZmnbOm pic.twitter.com/KXgnZUOOFy

18/06/25

Our Sixth Form students have expressed their wish to recognise National Thank a Teacher Day today and would like to share with our Samuel Ryder Academy community. Thank a Teacher Day is the UK-wide celebration of all teaching and support staff.https://t.co/nzRHSoWnDa

17/06/25

Our young chefs got a real treat today! Ex-MasterChef semi-finalist+ex student Theo delivered an inspiring masterclass to prep them for the RBA MasterChef comp! Big thanks to for the expert tips & fun! pic.twitter.com/nuX16r6yQg

16/06/25

Sign up now for the summer session of our creative art teachers network on 30 June and find time to explore new ideas! book here: https://t.co/4dyNOATWFt pic.twitter.com/hMqe1kgJZg

16/06/25

Last Thursday, Samuel Ryder Academy proudly hosted the inaugural Primary Oracy Showcase, inviting primary schools from the local community to participate. The event, to celebrate oracy, was a remarkable success, with 13 primary schools involved. pic.twitter.com/BVRbN4zdCH

12/06/25

The Sports Academy students are undertaking a Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work course to support them with their excellent work as Sports Leaders in our community. They have been fantastic throughout the year working with the PE & Sport team at different clubs and practices 👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/gcqBpshSfE

22/05/25

On Tuesday evening, we were treated to the Primary Spring Concert which provided an exciting opportunity for our children to showcase their musical talents - we were incredibly proud of them all. Please click here for further photos: https://t.co/FujVybRFPJ pic.twitter.com/blBrQCYgQq

21/05/25

Our Year 9 Graphic Communication students were invited to Sunday’s St Albans Spring Festival. There was an exhibition run by our students displaying their work, as well as an exhibition from the Artist and Residents community project.https://t.co/zdEL3Pljnf pic.twitter.com/nQoZKIMsMK

21/05/25

* Cover Supervisor vacancy * H4 £19,400 Actual Annual Salary 32.5hrs per week - Term Time + 5 INSET Days Start date: September 2025 A Cover Supervisor is required to join our talented support staff team.https://t.co/IcRRr9kHcN#stalbansjobs pic.twitter.com/lATL984oVN

20/05/25

Building an electric motor is famously fidgety and meticulous, a truly tough feat. But for our science club members, that challenge was just a call to action! And today? It was an absolute triumph! pic.twitter.com/KDjKk42nbA

20/05/25

Freddie C, our first XV captain, was recently selected to represent Herts County Rugby U17's. Congratulations to Freddie for a fantastic achievement. pic.twitter.com/oR4OBejkJM

20/05/25

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19/05/25

Our Year 12 student, Sophia S, was invited to spend a day at the Houses of Parliament. In the evening, Sophia gave a brilliant speech at the House of Lords, speaking on behalf of , discussing the importance of talk within our classrooms and the power of connections. pic.twitter.com/a6wgLOOjhl

19/05/25

* English Teacher vacancy * MPS/UPS - Full Time Start date: September 2025 Samuel Ryder Academy seeks an enthusiastic and inspirational English Teacher to teach across the age and ability range.https://t.co/3RzpBe8YiD#stalbansjobs pic.twitter.com/dPrLwIIiUz

19/05/25

* Science Teacher (Focus on Chemistry) vacancy * MPS/UPS - Full Time Start date: September 2025https://t.co/LIRz9ZQbOz#stalbansjobs pic.twitter.com/O1HuC3bPO6

19/05/25

* Religion and Society Teacher vacancy * MPS/UPS - Full Time / Part Time Start date: September 2025https://t.co/eiJQxsPNt0#stalbansjobs pic.twitter.com/TtNJbHRK1R

16/05/25

📣 Sophia is a student at Voice 21 Oracy School . Last night she travelled to London with her teachers to give a speech at the . 🧵👇 pic.twitter.com/ymxCxhYx47

16/05/25

This Sunday, the new St Albans Spring Festival takes place on St Peter’s Street. The council have professionally printed 50 posters, designed by our Year 9 Graphic Communication students, and they have been put on display around St Albans. pic.twitter.com/sbItqlj78e

14/05/25

Huge thanks to HHJ Siddique for delivering an insightful and inspirational talk to our Year 10 and Year 12 Philosophy & Ethics students. They had an amazing experience, and his powerful message about resilience will undoubtedly encourage them in the upcoming exam season! pic.twitter.com/WcX538fouv

13/05/25

Week 2 and we’re already flying high 🙌 Cheer club Tuesday lunchtime🤸🏽 pic.twitter.com/U5jbsrl1a2

08/05/25

Outstanding CPD session examining the Power of Coaching delivered by experienced facilitators. Book now for next Friday https://t.co/jevMASbNas pic.twitter.com/zabaUktwgy

08/05/25

* Science Teacher (Focus on Chemistry) vacancy * MPS/UPS - Full Time Start date: September 2025https://t.co/LIRz9ZQbOz#stalbansjobs pic.twitter.com/Jxy1Cb0wQ0

Sir John Lawes School

For over 80 years Sir John Lawes School has been delivering an outstanding education for the students in our care.  At the heart of everything we do is a desire to ensure that our students receive the highest standards of teaching and learning and a personalised curriculum that enables them to make outstanding progress, no matter what their starting point. However, we also know that education is about much more than just exam results and our statement ‘SJL Education for a changing world’ reflects our understanding that the world into which our students will emerge is an unpredictable one.  They will need much more than just good qualifications – and so we are also focused on helping them develop into well-rounded individuals in all aspects of their lives.

The shared values of the school community are summed up in the Sir John Lawes ACE:

  • Achievement
  • Care
  • Excellence

The ACE underpins everything that we do and provides a secure basis for all we strive to accomplish.

  • Achievement in academic, artistic, sporting, cultural and other forms with a focus on teaching and learning.
  • Care for students, staff and others beyond the school community.
  • Excellent standards, manners, honesty, personal integrity and uniform.

At SJL having the best possible staff underpins our success and this is reflected in the importance we have always placed on recruiting and developing the very highest-quality staff in all areas of the organisation. The staff at SJL are used to working hard and achieving excellent results, but they are also a very caring and supportive team where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and really help us make a difference to our students’ future.

There is so much that marks out the Sir John Lawes community as a place in which each individual can receive the support and challenge they need to help them thrive.  We are all immensely proud of the work we do here so if you like what you hear and would like to learn more, do contact us and experience the Sir John Lawes ACE for yourself.

 

Philip Newbery - Headteacher, Sir John Lawes School

 

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