Stay Connected to St Hilda’s

The Alumni community brings together Old Girls, families and staff from across the years, helping you stay connected with the school and with each other. Through this dedicated space, you can keep up to date with school news, enjoy regular updates, and discover what’s happening within the wider St Hilda’s community. The site also offers a growing archive of photographs and galleries, celebrating everything from annual school pictures to significant milestones and memorable events.

We hope that this becomes a place where you can revisit old memories, reconnect with familiar faces, and feel part of the evolving story of St Hilda’s.

Join the Alumni Network

We warmly invite you to register as a member of the St Hilda’s Alumni community. Registration is open to former pupils, current and former parents, grandparents, as well as past and present members of staff. Once registered, you will gain access to the Alumni site, where you can explore archives, read updates, enjoy photographs from across the decades, and receive invitations to future reunions and events.

Celebrating Our History

St Hilda’s holds a remarkable collection of school photographs and historical images, with annual school photos dating back to the early years of the school. More recent photographs, digital archives and contributions from the Old Girls network add to this valuable collection. Our galleries will allow you to explore the school’s heritage offering a nostalgic window into life at St Hilda’s across the decades.

We also welcome contributions from former pupils and families. Your memories, stories and photographs form an important part of our shared history, and we would love to include them as the archive grows.

Events and Reunions

The year 2026 marks an exciting milestone — 135 years of St Hilda’s. To celebrate, we will be hosting an Alumni event bringing together former pupils, families and staff to mark this special occasion. Further details will be shared with the Alumni community once confirmed, along with information about future reunions and opportunities to reconnect in person.

We hope these events will give old friends a chance to catch up, rediscover the school, and celebrate the traditions that have always made St Hilda’s such a special place.

A Community for Life

St Hilda’s has always been more than a school. It is a place where lifelong friendships begin, where values are shaped, and where memories stay with us long after we leave. By joining the Alumni network, you help keep that sense of community alive and ensure the spirit of St Hilda’s continues for generations to come.

We know that the family community of St Hilda’s has always been one of it’s greatest strengths. We warmly invite you to become a member of our Alumni group and to rekindle that sense of belonging!

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Glow sticks ✅ Music ✅ Refreshments ✅ Netball ✅

We were thrilled to host our very first Friday Night Lights, a full-length netball match under the floodlights between our U11 team and an Old Girls VII. The atmosphere both on and off court was electric, making it a truly memorable evening for players and spectators alike.

The Old Girls - last year`s U11 national finalists - set an amazing pace and standard for the match. Whilst our current girls were a little over-awed at first, they found their rhythm as the match progressed and managed to keep within two goals in the second half, showing brilliant teamwork, skill and determination in both attack and defence.

Before the main event, our U9 and U10 teams warmed up the crowd with a lively game of their own, giving us a glimpse of the talent coming through the school.

What a night of sport, sparkle and St Hilda`s spirit — we can’t wait for the next one!

#SHSsportingstars #fridaynightlights #netball #gameday #girlsinsport

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Glow sticks ✅ Music ✅ Refreshments ✅ Netball ✅

We were thrilled to host our very first Friday Night Lights, a full-length netball match under the floodlights between our U11 team and an Old Girls VII. The atmosphere both on and off court was electric, making it a truly memorable evening for players and spectators alike.

The Old Girls - last year's U11 national finalists - set an amazing pace and standard for the match. Whilst our current girls were a little over-awed at first, they found their rhythm as the match progressed and managed to keep within two goals in the second half, showing brilliant teamwork, skill and determination in both attack and defence.

Before the main event, our U9 and U10 teams warmed up the crowd with a lively game of their own, giving us a glimpse of the talent coming through the school.

What a night of sport, sparkle and St Hilda's spirit — we can’t wait for the next one!

#SHSsportingstars #fridaynightlights #netball #gameday #girlsinsport

As part of their `Our Town` topic, our Reception girls have been exploring different forms of transport — and what better way to learn than with a real journey?

After visiting Harpenden station, they hopped on a train to St Albans City to see what happens at a busy station.

The girls met some of the station staff who told them all about their important jobs — helping people find the right train, checking tickets, keeping the station tidy and making sure everyone stays safe and the trains run on time.

There were lots of trains to watch, too; some arriving, some departing, some full of passengers, some empty. Plus the purple trains which whizzed past very fast indeed!

What a wonderful real-world adventure, bringing the girls` learning about transport to life.

#beyondtheclassroom #ourtown #receptionclass #harpenden #stalbans

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As part of their 'Our Town' topic, our Reception girls have been exploring different forms of transport — and what better way to learn than with a real journey?

After visiting Harpenden station, they hopped on a train to St Albans City to see what happens at a busy station.

The girls met some of the station staff who told them all about their important jobs — helping people find the right train, checking tickets, keeping the station tidy and making sure everyone stays safe and the trains run on time.

There were lots of trains to watch, too; some arriving, some departing, some full of passengers, some empty. Plus the purple trains which whizzed past very fast indeed!

What a wonderful real-world adventure, bringing the girls' learning about transport to life.

#beyondtheclassroom #ourtown #receptionclass #harpenden #stalbans

The sporting fixtures have continued apace in the short but busy spring term at St Hilda`s.

🏃‍♀️ In cross-country, our U9 runner Lizzie represented London North at the National Cross-Country Final, held at Himley Hall. Tackling a very muddy course, she finished 31st out of 66 runners and was 4th home for the London North team - a great result and wonderful experience of racing at a national level.

🏐 On the court, our U10 netball teams enjoyed a fantastic afternoon away against STAHS, with the U10As securing an 8–6 win against STAHS As and Bs, whilst our U10Bs battled hard to secure a well-deserved 6–6 draw.

In the District League, there have been some strong performances from our U11 teams. The U11As recorded an excellent 11–6 win over Crabtree at home, finding their rhythm as the game progressed with some superb goals, slick passing and great defending from Violet. In a tightly contested match away versus The Grove, our U11Bs triumphed 2-1, putting in a disciplined and determined performance.

The highlight, however, came at the U10 ISA London North Netball Festival, hosted by Akeley Wood, where our U10As had an outstanding day, winning every match and returning to St Hilda’s undefeated.

#SHSsportingstars #prepschoolsport #teamspirit #girlsinsport #sthildasharpenden

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The sporting fixtures have continued apace in the short but busy spring term at St Hilda's.

🏃‍♀️ In cross-country, our U9 runner Lizzie represented London North at the National Cross-Country Final, held at Himley Hall. Tackling a very muddy course, she finished 31st out of 66 runners and was 4th home for the London North team - a great result and wonderful experience of racing at a national level.

🏐 On the court, our U10 netball teams enjoyed a fantastic afternoon away against STAHS, with the U10As securing an 8–6 win against STAHS As and Bs, whilst our U10Bs battled hard to secure a well-deserved 6–6 draw.

In the District League, there have been some strong performances from our U11 teams. The U11As recorded an excellent 11–6 win over Crabtree at home, finding their rhythm as the game progressed with some superb goals, slick passing and great defending from Violet. In a tightly contested match away versus The Grove, our U11Bs triumphed 2-1, putting in a disciplined and determined performance.

The highlight, however, came at the U10 ISA London North Netball Festival, hosted by Akeley Wood, where our U10As had an outstanding day, winning every match and returning to St Hilda’s undefeated.

#SHSsportingstars #prepschoolsport #teamspirit #girlsinsport #sthildasharpenden

Today, on World Book Day, the corridors and classrooms of St Hilda`s filled with characters who had stepped straight from the pages of beloved books — and even the teachers joined in the tale!

Spotted wandering the school were Mildred Hubble, Hermione Granger, Winnie-the-Pooh, Dorothy, Little Red Riding Hood, Mary Lennox, Matilda Wormwood, Mirabelle, Isadora Moon and many, many more in between.

For one magical day, the stories our girls love so much seemed to leap off the page and into school life. It has been a joyful celebration of imagination, creativity and the wonderful worlds found within books.

#worldbookday #bookstagram #bookishreels #readersareleaders #sthildasharpenden

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Today, on World Book Day, the corridors and classrooms of St Hilda's filled with characters who had stepped straight from the pages of beloved books — and even the teachers joined in the tale!

Spotted wandering the school were Mildred Hubble, Hermione Granger, Winnie-the-Pooh, Dorothy, Little Red Riding Hood, Mary Lennox, Matilda Wormwood, Mirabelle, Isadora Moon and many, many more in between.

For one magical day, the stories our girls love so much seemed to leap off the page and into school life. It has been a joyful celebration of imagination, creativity and the wonderful worlds found within books.

#worldbookday #bookstagram #bookishreels #readersareleaders #sthildasharpenden

Once upon a time, on the eve of World Book Day, the girls of St Hilda’s were caught getting lost in stories.

From muddy puddles to snowy mountains, in quiet corners, open spaces and even the most unlikely of positions, stories were discovered and pages were turned in the most unexpected places, far beyond the school gates.

Because a good book can take you anywhere — and reading is always worth getting caught for.

#worldbookday #getcaughtreading #readingtime #bookworm #sthildasharpenden

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Once upon a time, on the eve of World Book Day, the girls of St Hilda’s were caught getting lost in stories.

From muddy puddles to snowy mountains, in quiet corners, open spaces and even the most unlikely of positions, stories were discovered and pages were turned in the most unexpected places, far beyond the school gates.

Because a good book can take you anywhere — and reading is always worth getting caught for.

#worldbookday #getcaughtreading #readingtime #bookworm #sthildasharpenden

What an incredible moment for our Form VI girls. Their talent, determination and serious hard work has been rewarded with outstanding senior school success.

Every girl who sat an entrance exam to an independent senior school has been offered a place — with 13 scholarships awarded to our most talented academics, athletes and actresses.

This special group of girls have supported one another, risen to every challenge and shown just how much can be achieved with ambition, courage and belief. We couldn`t be prouder of their achievements and can`t wait to see them flourish when they take their next steps in September.

(Although, for now, they are still St Hilda’s girls, and we are so grateful for this time to celebrate them together. ❤️💙🤍)

#academicsuccess #scholarshipnews #seniorschool #independenteducation #sthildasharpenden

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What an incredible moment for our Form VI girls. Their talent, determination and serious hard work has been rewarded with outstanding senior school success.

Every girl who sat an entrance exam to an independent senior school has been offered a place — with 13 scholarships awarded to our most talented academics, athletes and actresses.

This special group of girls have supported one another, risen to every challenge and shown just how much can be achieved with ambition, courage and belief. We couldn't be prouder of their achievements and can't wait to see them flourish when they take their next steps in September.

(Although, for now, they are still St Hilda’s girls, and we are so grateful for this time to celebrate them together. ❤️💙🤍)

#academicsuccess #scholarshipnews #seniorschool #independenteducation #sthildasharpenden

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