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Thoughts from the Headteacher
Monday, 15 December 2025I have had eight busy and exciting months since starting as the new Headteacher of Latymer and, in some ways, I feel like I have been at the school for...
Where did Art A Level lead them to?
Thursday, 11 December 2025Following a call on LinkedIn, we were delighted to get some great testimonies of former Latymerians to encourage Year 11 students to consider Art A Level....
Looking for Christmas ideas? Celebrate Latymerian authors
Wednesday, 10 December 2025If you are looking for ideas for book lovers, why not have a look at some Latymerians who left their creative mark on the world. There is a lovely range...
Could you host a Year 11 student in your company for a week?
Friday, 5 December 2025Year 11 students, most of whom will be 16+, are required to complete a week-long placement on completion of their GCSEs. We are therefore looking for workplaces...
Calling on alumni to support the School's Winter Appeal 2025
Tuesday, 2 December 2025This year the School aims to raise at least £31,500 to purchase 15 new smartboards across various departments like Maths and English. These smartboards...
Remembering fallen Latymerians
Monday, 17 November 2025On Tuesday 11th November, we held our annual Remembrance Day Assembly to commemorate and honour the efforts and sacrifices of those who served in the armed...
Come and watch the fabulous Senior Drama production!
Thursday, 13 November 2025On Thursday 27th, Friday 28th and Saturday 29th November, Sister Act will be the latest Latymer School Production featuring many talented students from...
Former Latymerian starring on stage
Thursday, 6 November 2025We are delighted to report that former student Aamira Challenger, Class of 2010, has been recently stealing the show, playing the role of Jane Bennet in...
Calling for speakers
Wednesday, 29 October 2025The next Latymer Careers Fair is taking place on Friday 6th February 2026 and is split into two events: Year 10 students (9am-12.30pm) and Sixth Form students...
Helping students prepare for Oxbridge
Wednesday, 22 October 2025On Monday 6th October, Freddy Conway-Shaw (Class of 2021, Oxford graduate and current PhD student at King's College London), came to speak to Latymer's...
Give back to the Latymer School by becoming a trustee
Monday, 13 October 2025The Latymer Foundation at Edmonton is the charitable giving arm of the school and supports the education and welfare of students, staff and former pupils...
Where did Art A Level take you?
Wednesday, 24 September 2025Did you take Art A Level whilst studying at Latymer? We are looking to gather testimonies to encourage Year 11 students to consider Art for A Levels and...
Welcome to the Class of 2025
Tuesday, 16 September 2025We are delighted to welcome another wonderful cohort to Latymer Links, an alumni network and online platform designed to help you keep in contact with...
Seminar with Izzudin Azhan on Imperial and Maths degree
Tuesday, 29 July 2025Izzudin Azhan, Class of 2021, came in on Tuesday 8th July to speak to current Year 12 students who were interested in a Mathematics degree. Having recently...
Founder's day 2025
Friday, 25 July 2025On Friday 11th July, the whole Latymer community came together for the annual Founder's Day celebrations and a special whole school assembly, during which...
2025 reunion
Friday, 18 July 2025On the 5th July, we held our always enjoyable annual Reunion Day, with over 150 alumni from past years in attendance to celebrate and reminisce on their...
A special last concert for Dr Harrison, class of 1985
Tuesday, 1 July 2025The Gala Concert is taking place on Wednesday 16th July, 7pm. It is the final concert of the school year and an opportunity to showcase musicians in their...
Latymer in the 1940s and life abroad - Interview with Jean Whittle, class of 1948 (1941 joiner)
Wednesday, 18 June 2025Jean Whittle, née Jeanette Storch, tells us more about her time at Latymer between 1941 and 1946, as well as her life overseas afterwards (including...
A poignant book by a fellow Latymerian
Tuesday, 10 June 2025Valerie Braunston, class of 1952 (1945 joiner), wrote a wonderful recollection of her time during the Second War World. Valerie sadly passed away in October...
Help the Latymer Foundation win £1,000 with your vote
Monday, 2 June 2025We have won twice in the past – can we count on your support to make it third time lucky?
The Latymer School, via the Foundation,...
The Latymer School, via the Foundation,...
Memories of a proud day by Dr Stephen Bleay
Friday, 30 May 2025Steve, class of 1984 (1977 joiner), reflects here on his career and the contributions of some inspiring teachers throughout his education.
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A VE Day party to remember!
Wednesday, 14 May 2025Following our post on social media to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on 8th May, Bernard Collins (class of 1951, 1944 joiner) shared with us this...
Snapshot interview with... Doreen Ashley
Thursday, 8 May 2025Article republished on 8th May 2025 to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Originally published here on 29th July 2024.
Doreen Ashley, née...
Doreen Ashley, née...
Reflections on a changing landscape, a Headteacher's farewell
Friday, 2 May 2025As I have just stepped down from my role as Headteacher, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable journey our schools - and our society - have taken...
Come and celebrate with us at the 2025 reunion!
Monday, 28 April 2025The Latymer School Annual Reunion is taking place on Saturday 5th July 2025. The day will include all the usual hallmarks of our reunion day, along with...
Changing of the guard
Wednesday, 23 April 2025After kindly staying on for two extra terms to give the school time to recruit a great replacement, Maureen Cobbett has now officially retired and is very...
Annual meetup of Lamb class of 1981 (1974 joiners)
Tuesday, 22 April 2025Former students from Lamb 1974-81 keep regularly in touch and organise a reunion dinner once a year. This year the dinner took place on 31st January at...
Running for Samaritans
Tuesday, 1 April 2025Jim Harrison (class of 1985, 1978 joiner) and current Head of Music at Latymer, is running the Paris Marathon on 13th April, in aid of Samaritans.
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Careers Fair 2025
Friday, 28 March 2025A wonderful learning and experience sharing event, thanks to our former students!
On Friday 14th March, we held our annual Careers Fair which...
On Friday 14th March, we held our annual Careers Fair which...
Marking the 50th anniversary of our exchange with Gladbeck
Wednesday, 26 March 2025Since 1974, the Latymer School has been running an exchange programme with Heisenberg Gymnasium in our Enfield Twin Town of Gladbeck, Germany. A Latymer...
Camille McCarthy speaking to Russian students
Monday, 24 March 2025On Friday 7th March, Year 11-13 students were delighted to receive Camille McCarthy, class of 2020, in the Russian Department.
As Leila, Year...
As Leila, Year...
From the Classroom to the Stage
Thursday, 6 March 2025Amber Genn, Class of 1990 (1983 joiner) and mum of current Year 11 student Delilah, visited Latymer on Wednesday 29th January, to give a talk about working...
Former Head Girl comes to speak to the Latymer Medical Society
Wednesday, 12 February 2025Tayana Sawh, Class of 2019 and former Head Girl, delivered an insightful talk in December to MedSoc, the school's Medical Society for Year 10 to 13 students....
Memories…
Wednesday, 5 February 2025Neil Taylor, Class of 1969 (1962 joiner), sent us this wonderful recollection of his time at The Latymer School.
After leaving Latymer, Neil...
After leaving Latymer, Neil...
Wonderful upcoming concert at school
Tuesday, 4 February 2025Were you an avid music player whilst at the Latymer School? Or simply enjoyed listening to many wonderful concerts?
Our upcoming annual Orchestral...
Our upcoming annual Orchestral...
Fun night for current and former students alike
Wednesday, 8 January 2025To round off an unforgettable year, we held a special 400th anniversary quiz in the Great Hall on the 7th December. It was a night to remember, as 14 teams...
Snapshot interview with... Maya Kirlew
Thursday, 19 December 2024Maya Kirlew, Class of 2019, tells us more about her memories of Latymer and what she has done in the last five years.
What attracted you to...
What attracted you to...
Latymerian reaches new heights - no, weights!
Monday, 16 December 2024Bernard Collins (class of 1951, 1944 joiner) has been taking the powerlifting scene by storm with his new achievements. This August, Bernard received an...
Dr Rishi Chopra, Class of 1996, gives back to Latymer.
Tuesday, 10 December 2024Dr Rishi Chopra, Class of 1996 and parent to a Year 9 student, visited the Latymer School on Thursday 24th October to deliver a medicine workshop to our...
Where did Religious Studies A Level take them?
Tuesday, 3 December 2024Following a call on LinkedIn for Latymerians having done a Religious Studies A Level, we were delighted to get some great testimonies. Together with Mr...
Careers Fair at Latymer - Call for speakers
Monday, 2 December 2024The Careers Fair is an important event for Year 10 and Sixth Form students, as it provides them with career guidance and professional advice. We aim to...
Winter 2024 appeal - 400th anniversary
Thursday, 28 November 2024"40 for 400" appeal
As mentioned at events throughout 2024, we have very exciting plans for the extension of the library, with building work...
As mentioned at events throughout 2024, we have very exciting plans for the extension of the library, with building work...
Royal Festival Hall video available for rent and purchase
Tuesday, 26 November 2024Back in March, we were delighted to hold our landmark 400th anniversary event at the prestigious Royal Festival Hall. The event featured over 550 students...
A Latymerian finalist - BBC Young Jazz Musician 2024
Wednesday, 20 November 2024George Johnson (Class of 2023) has been striking a chord with his success in the music industry. He is one of four finalists for the coveted BBC Young...
Remembering the sacrifice of members of the Latymer community
Tuesday, 12 November 2024On Thursday 7th November, the Latymer School held its annual Remembrance Day Assembly to honour the sacrifices, made by serving those in the armed forces...
Snapshot interview with... Tony Carter
Tuesday, 5 November 2024Tony Carter, former Head Boy, tells us more about his memories of Latymer and his life afterwards. He has lived in Canada for many years but still avidly...
Senior Drama Production - Tickets on sale
Monday, 4 November 2024On the 14th, 15th and 16th November, the school will hold its Senior Drama production with Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. As we approach the end of our...
Event for young alumni aspiring to become lawyers
Friday, 18 October 2024Young Professionals, an organisation dedicated to supporting students through their career journeys, has organised a virtual event that could be interesting...
400th anniversary quiz night
Monday, 14 October 2024Come and test your general knowledge (with a special Latymer round) and have fun, whilst raising funds for the 400th anniversary appeal!
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Welcome to the Class of 2024
Tuesday, 1 October 2024Congratulating the Class of 2024 for their stellar A Level results this year! An outstanding 30.7% of all grades were A*, 66.8% were A*-A, and 86.3% were...
Saying goodbye to some staff members
Monday, 5 August 2024As another school year came to an end with much excitement for many, it did unfortunately mean that we had to say goodbye to some members of our staff....