Welcome to The Hive Society. As a member of our Hive, you will be invited to participate in our programme of events, but we would also love to hear from you too – if you would like to offer or suggest an event, we would welcome your input. Please do get in touch via email on hivesociety@brightongirls.gdst.net
We look forward to welcoming you to our community and seeing you at your first event.
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Summer 2025
We are pleased to welcome our final Visiting Artist of the academic year 2024/2025. Our Visiting Artist Programme includes workshops and talks for students, a masterclass with our Art Scholars, a workshop for parents and an installation of the artists work in our Hive. We are therefore delighted to present our fifth artist in the series, photographer, Lisa Creagh.
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Saturday 3 May – Sunday 4 May, Saturday 10 May – Sunday 11 May, Saturday 17 May – Sunday 18 May, Saturday 24 May – Sunday 25 May 11am – 5pm, The Temple
We are pleased to be a venue for the Artists Open House again this May, and a proud sponsor of the 7 Dials Trail. Led by our Head of Photography, Tiff Crisp, we are also joined by parents, former parents, alumnae and friends – presenting 10 artists over the weekends. Click on Info for the full list.
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Friday 6 June – save the date!
A showcase of work from our Art and Design & Innovation departments GCSE and A-Level students 2025. And performances from some of our student bands. Join us for an evening of celebration of the arts at Brighton Girls.
Tuesday 10 June 3.45pm
Save the date!
Friday 13 June 3.45pm
Save the date. Films and timings to be confirmed.
Thursday 26 June 6pm – 8pm
Save the date!
Tuesday 1 July, 12noon – 4pm, Withdean Stadium
An afternoon of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. Families and friends are very welcome to cheer on our brilliant athletes as they race, hurdle, high-jump, long-jump, throw the javelin and the shotput (not at the same time) their way through the afternoon.
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Wednesday 2 July, 6pm
Save the date!
Our Year 6 are delighted to present their performance of….. to be announced!
Thursday 3 July 6pm – 7pm
Save the date!
Friday 4 July 2.30pm
Summer Term ends – wishing everyone a wonderful summer.
See you in September!
(For all term dates see the booking link.)
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Break up Friday 4 April 2.30pm!
Wednesday 3 July, 6pm
Our Year 6 are delighted to present their performance of Matilda!
Thursday 2 May, 7pm
Learn how to create a beautiful one of a kind shell trinket dish using epoxy resin casting techniques with the PRESCRIPTION RESIN workshop.
Monday 11 December, 4pm – 5pm The Hive
Our annual GCSE Certificate Celebration for all our Year 11 2023!
Monday 10 July , 17 July, 24 July, 31 July 8.15am Dance Studio
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas.
Saturday 4 March, 10.30am
A power tool workshop class where you’ll learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting.
Sat 4 Feb – Sat 18 March
You are invited to join the Brighton Girls Six Nations League for staff, students, families and friends. Simply join on the link, add a few details – decide on your team name then start selecting your dream team each week.
Friday 3 March, 10am
Enjoy coffee and cake with a side of skill swapping.
Wednesday 8 March, 4.15pm
A talk with Kirsten Chick, nutritional therapist, nutrition educator and author.
Wednesday 8 March, 7pm – 9pm
An evening of thought provoking research and discussion – hear what matters most to girls, based on the landmark Girls’ Futures Report.
Rifa Thorpe-Tracey of SheSays Brighton and Spring Forward Festival will also present on Women in Tech.
Friday 10 March, 7.30pm
Round up your fellow quizzers and join us for some quiztastic fun with Quiz Master extraordinaire Mr Freeland-Jones.
Friday 17 March, 7pm
An evening of music from the students – a mix of classical and contemporary music.
Saturday 3 December
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Saturday 18 March, 11am – 5pm
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Monday 20 March, 5pm
Pamela Cookey has 141 England Caps for Netball. Join us to hear about her sporting journey and tips for success.
Sunday 26 March, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Wednesday 29 March and Thursday 30 March, 6.30pm
Brighton Girls students are delighted to present the Little Shop of Horrors.
Saturday 1 April, 9am – 11am
Pop in to our Pop-Up Cafe! Earlier in the year Brighton Girls students teamed up with award-winning Sussex eco-company Bird & Blend to create two unique Brighton Girls tea blends.
Saturday 1 April, 10.30am – 5.30pm
Learn the skills needed to deconstruct pallets with the Salvage Sister team before making your own pallet furniture!
Saturday 15 April, 10.30am – 1.15pm
Learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting with our very own Salvage Sister.
Thursday 20 April, 7pm
An insight into cold water swimming – how to get started, the benefits and taking on a challenge. Organised by, and in aid of, Friends of Brighton and Hove Hospitals.
Sunday 23 April, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Tuesday 25 April, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
An 8 week course – learn to design & make something of your choice. You can choose to focus on woodwork or upcycling, or both.
Friday 28 April, 10am
Enjoy coffee and cake with a side of skill swapping.
Saturday 29 April, 11am – 3pm
Picnic on the lawn whilst your children enjoy an awesome line up of free activities.
Saturday 29 April, 10am – 3pm
Join us for FREE taster sessions, a fun Skate Jam with prizes and giveaways and a showcase of inspirational girls skateboarding.
Monday 27 March, 8.15am
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas.
Wednesday 3 May
Our home from 1880 ‘The Temple’, commissioned by Thomas Read Kemp in 1819 and designed by Amon Wilds has seen many changes over the years.
Thursday 4 May
We have begun preparations for our Children’s Parade – and have a wonderful dragon sculpture ready to decorate. These workshops will focus on helping us to prep, with the Prep!
Sunday 7 May
5000 school children, showstopping designs, self-made costumes and sculptures can only mean one thing – Brighton Festival’s official opening, The Children’s Parade.
Saturday 13 May, 11am – 5pm
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Saturday 13 May, 6pm
Sabba Khan & Caleb Azumah Nelson – two of the most exciting literary talents writing today look at how memories and music can drive storytelling.
Saturday 13 May, 8pm
South Asian Book Club has the mission to platform writing from South Asia and its diaspora.
Thursday 18 May, 7pm
Hosted by Brighton Girls on behalf of the Friends of Brighton Hospital, Patron Sir Anthony Seldon will talk on his new book ‘Johnson at 10: The Inside Story’.
Saturday 20 May, 6pm
With poet Amy Key. Using Joni Mitchell’s seminal album Blue – an album that shaped Amy’s expectations of love – as her guide, she examines the unexpected life she has created for herself.
Saturday 20 May, 8pm
By the age of twenty-five journalist Kieran Yates had lived in twenty different houses across the country, from council estates in London to car showrooms in rural Wales.
Sunday 21 May, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Sunday 21 May, 6pm @ The Old Market, Hove
HOSTED, by Brighton Girls resident dance company Penny and Jules Dance (PJD), brings together the brightest youth dance talent from around the south coast.
Tuesday 23 May 12.30-1.30pm, Zoom
Join us for our next In Conversation With… event featuring Portsmouth High alumna Professor Lorraine Whitmarsh, environmental psychologist, who received an MBE last year for her work on climate change.
Saturday 20 May, 10.30am – 5.30pm
Learn the skills needed to deconstruct pallets with the Salvage Sister team before making your own pallet furniture!
Private View, 25 May 5pm – 7pm
A celebration of our students work. Join us for a Private View of the Art GCSE and A Level work of 2023.
Sunday 28 May, 6pm
Polly Toynbee uses the prism of her extraordinary family to examine the true state of class in Britain.
Thursdays, 5pm – Thursday 8 June, 15 June, 22 June, 29 June
We have everything crossed for sunshine!
Tuesday 20 – Sunday 25 June (various Brighton venues)
Our friends at Afrori Books & The Feminist Bookshop have teamed up to create an exciting new community book festival aimed at making the marginalised mainstream. We have organised a ticket offer for a few of the events – see more info below.
Tuesday 27 June, 6pm The Hive
Join us for our Summer Recital – featuring soloists, music groups and more!
Thursday 29 June, 4pm Main Hall Brighton Girls
Music is part of everyone’s experience at the Prep – celebrate with us at our Summer Concert!
Saturday 1 July
The return of our annual Summer Garden Party – all alumnae, families and friends welcome.
Saturday 10 June, 12 noon
Join us for a celebration of all things Brighton & Hove High in the 1960s. Organised by the Class of 1968 we will be hosting a pick-up lunch followed by tours.
Saturday 1 July, 11am
Calling all Class of 1997 for your 26 Year Reunion!
Saturday 1 July, 11am
Calling all Class of 1998 for your 25 Year Reunion!
Saturday 1 July, 11am
Calling all Class of 2013 for your 10 Year Reunion!
Saturday 1 July, 11am
Calling all Class of 2018 for your 5 Year Reunion!
Monday 5 June, 12 June, 19 June, 26 June and 3 July 8.15am
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas.
Tuesday 4 July, 9am – 11.30am, Withdean Stadium
A morning of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. May the best House win! Come along and show your support….
Tuesday 4 July, 2.30pm – 3.30pm Brighton Girls Sports Ground Radinden Manor Road
Reception to Year 2 pupils will partake in a carousel of sporting activities, followed by running races. Come and cheer them on!
Tuesday 4 July, 12noon – 4pm, Withdean Stadium
An afternoon of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. Families and friends are very welcome to cheer on our brilliant athletes as they race, hurdle, high-jump, long-jump, throw the javelin and the shotput (not at the same time) their way through the afternoon.
Saturday 8 July
As the official home of Brighton Gymnastics we are delighted to host the annual GFA Club Competition.
Sunday 9 July, 7pm, Fairfield Halls (Croydon)
Brighton Girls and GDST students from our sister-schools are joining with the London Mozart Players for a wonderful evening of music in one of London’s best concert halls.
Wednesdays from 12 July 6 week course
Have you ever wanted to learn to skate? Are you fearful and letting the unknown put you off? We’ve got you! This 6 week programme is tailored to help support girls, women and marginalised genders into skateboarding.
Saturday 15 July, 11am – 5pm
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Saturday 22 July, 12noon onwards
Calling all Class of 2013 for your 40 Year Reunion!
Week 1 24 – 28 July, Week 2 21 – 25 August Brighton Girls Sports Centre
Brighton Gymnastics Club Summer Camps 2023!
6 years old – teens
Saturday 26 August, 10.30am – 5.30pm The Salvage Sister
Learn the skills needed to deconstruct pallets with the Salvage Sister team before making your own pallet furniture!
Wednesday 13 September, 5pm The Hive
Calling all leavers of Y11 2021, and our Y13 leavers 2023 for a Class of 2023 celebration.
Thursday 14 September, 7pm Brighton Girls Hall
The Feminist Bookshop presents the Good Law Project: Jolyon Maugham in conversation with Juno Dawson. Interested in how we can use the law to create a better, fairer and greener future for the UK? Then join us on 14th September!
Saturday, 16 September, 10.30am – 1.15pm The Salvage Sister
Enjoy a power tool workshop class where you’ll learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting!
Mondays throughout the term, 8.15am, Dance studio
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas. Term re-starts on Monday 18 September.
Thursday 21 September 4pm, The Hive
For our parents in Year 5 to Year 8. Come and hear about our new Brighton Rocks Award. Rewarding engagement, effort, exploration and empathy we look forward to sharing details about this new award.
The Hive 4pm – 5pm
Monday 25 September, 4pm Zoom
Join us for our next In Conversation With… event featuring alumna Jasmine Birtles. Jasmine will be speaking to Miss Rosie McColl, Head of Brighton Girls.
Friday 29 September, The Hive
We are joining the world’s biggest coffee morning by hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning of our own after morning drop-off.
Saturday 30 September, 10.30am – 5.00pm The Salvage Sister
Learn the skills required to deconstruct pallets before making your own furniture from pallets.
Thursday 5 October, 6.00pm, The Hive
We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Brighton Girls parent & CEO, Emmy Brunner and invite you to come along to an inspiring talk and Q&A over drinks.
Friday 6 October 8pm – 10pm
Our annual PTFA Comedy Night for parents, families and friends.
Tuesday 10 October, 5pm, Music Performance Space
Join us for our vocal recital with students from Year 2 to Year 11.
Friday 13 October, 11am Creature Clothes
In support of Loneliness Awareness Week, Creature Clothes (23 Bond Street) are hosting a knit, natter and stroke dogs ‘Woofs and Wool’ event at their shop in the Laines.
Friday 13 October
We are proud to present our first movie night of the year, kicking off with a Halloween special for PREP in the Vicarage, and for Seniors in the Hive.
Saturday 14 October, 10.30am – 5.00pm, The Salvage Sister
Learn how to make any letter from the alphabet – your letter your choice!
Saturday 14 October, 10.30am – 5.00pm The Salvage Sister
This class is for anyone who would love to get creative with wood & make something amazing.
Sunday 15 October, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Thursday 19 October, from 6pm The Hive
We have a guest Artist in Residence in the Hive for the next couple of weeks prior to breaking up for half term, Jo Perkins. On the evening of Thursday 19 October we will be hosting a short pop-up event in the Hive for anyone interested in seeing/buying any of Jo’s work.
Saturday 21 October, 11am – 5pm, The Salvage Sister
Learn how to turn any item into a lamp!
Saturday 4 November, 10.30am – 1.15pm, The Salvage Sister
A power tool workshop class where you’ll learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting!
Tuesday 14 November, 7pm
Join us for an evening of music from our students – from instrumental and voice soloist performances to a little taste of rock and roll from our bands.
Thank you to everyone who attended.
Thursday 16 November, 8am – 9am, The Hive
For all Grey House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Nicci Plank, and the Grey House team for an informal catch up over coffee. Or tea!
Thursday 16 November, 4pm – 4.45pm Presentation Room (The Hive)
This new series of talks is themed around sports performance, well-being, nutrition, physiotherapy and conditioning. Delivering real-life experiences from those in sports and associated professions.
Thursday 16 November, 6.00pm
Join us to hear how our Head of Gurney, Ms Pearson, came to be part of this organisation, celebrate her ten year volunteer-anniversary and find out how you can help to support this incredible organisation.
Karma Kandara Bali Holiday to be won!
The PTFA do a huge amount of fundraising for us all year, helping us to improve facilities and equipment at the school. This year they have supported projects such as the hall refurbishment (sound and lights), hockey equipment, prep library shelves, DT equipment, musical instruments and more.
To help in their efforts and if you fancy a trip to Bali simply buy one of the Bali Holiday Raffle tickets. £10 each and a 7night complimentary stay at a 5* spa resort, what’s not to love?!
Saturday 18 November, 10.30am – 5.00pm, The Salvage Sister
Save yourself loads of cash and do your bit for the planet at the same time – when you use unwanted materials like pallets to make epic pallet furniture.
Sunday 19 November, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Thursday 23 November, 8am – 9am, The Hive
For all Gurney House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Rebecca Pearson, and the Gurney House team for an informal catch up over a cuppa.
23 November, 7.30pm The Hive
A social evening of wine tasting with 7 Cellars, owner Louise has curated the perfect wine list for the festive season. Hand picked for your enjoyment 7 Cellars will guide us through a series of wines and suggested pairings – you can order and have them delivered to home ready for Christmas.
Saturday 25 November, 12pm – 3pm
Our annual Christmas (November) Fair. Join us for a cornucopia of Christmas activities, stalls to buy sumptuous gifts from local businesses, musical performances from the students, our infamous Christmas curry and a lot of Christmas spirit.
Wednesday 29 November 7pm
Unleash your inner creativity with Carrie from Florian, our local florist. Carrie will guide you through the technique of putting together a beautiful Christmas wreath for your home.
Thursday 30 November, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Stanley House parents. Join Head of House Ms Nicki Scotcher and the Stanley House team for an informal catch up over coffee and pastries.
Saturday 2 December 2023, 11am – 5pm The Salvage Sister
Make a lamp out of just about anything in this fun, creative workshop. With Christmas just around the corner channel your inner-elf with Salvage Santa?
Wednesday 6 December, St Nicholas’ Church 2pm
Our season of festive events continues with a delightful afternoon of carols with the Senior Chamber Choir.
Wednesday 6 December, 7pm – 8pm, The Hive
Bling your Christmas tree with a sassy decoupage tree decoration. Workshop delivered by Robin Hill the artist behind Florence and Tallulah, our visiting Hive artist for December!
Thursday 7 December, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Lyttelton House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Kate Szkolar, and the Lyttelton House team for an informal catch up over a morning coffee. Or tea.
Thursday 7 December, 4pm
The Prep look forward to seeing all family and friends at our annual Carol Service.
Friday 8 December, 2pm – 3.30pm
Our annual community tea with performances from our students, carols, cups of tea and mince pies a plenty! And Santa. If we’ve been good.
Last Weekend!! Saturday 9 December to Sunday 10 December, The Hive
We are venue number 28!
We are pleased to be a venue for the Winter Artists Open House 2023. Led by our Head of Photography, Tiff Crisp, we are also joined by parents, former parents, alumnae and friends – presenting 8 artists over the weekends. Click on Info for the full list.
Wednesday 13 December 6pm – 7pm
Our annual Christmas Carol Service – all parents, friends and alumnae welcome.
More 2024 Events coming soon!
January-February
We are pleased to welcome our second Visiting Artist of the academic year and the first of 2024. Our Visiting Artist Programme includes a workshop for students, and a display of their work in our Hive. We are therefore delighted to present our second artist in the series, Roberta Young.
Thursday 4 January, 10.30am, The Hive
Our annual celebration with the Class of 2023.
Mondays term time (from Monday 22 January)
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas.
Wednesday 10 January, 7pm – 8pm The Hive
An evening with two brilliant speakers, with shared stories and personal reflections.
Please do join us.
Thursday 11 January, 3.45pm – 4.45pm, The Hive
‘Let’s Talk Physio’ will focus on both prevention and rehabilitation. How to make the most of your mobility, function, and well-being. There will also be the chance to hear about how to pursue a career in this area.
Saturday 13 January, 10.30am DT Lab
Absolute Beginners Powertool Workshop
Sunday 21 January, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Saturday 27 January, 10.30am DT Lab
Pallet Furniture Workshop
Thursday, 1 February (7pm) and Friday, 2 February (2pm and 7pm)
Join us for our Momentum 14, which features an exciting line-up of dance performed by students of Brighton Girls, as well as work from our resident company, PENNY & JULES DANCE.
Friday 2 February, 8.30am – 9.30am Dining Hall
Prep Guild reps will be hosting a Parent Coffee Morning in the Dining Hall from drop off to 9.30am. Please come along and join us for a slice of cake and a coffee and catch up with other parents.
Tuesday 6 February, 7pm
MAKE YOUR OWN HEART JEWELLERY DISH – join Brighton based resin artist, Ayanna Knight of PRESCRIPTION RESIN for a fun and creative evening at our Resin Casting Workshop! Discover the wonderful versatility of resin art and create your very own unique heart shaped jewellery dish.
Saturday 10 February, 11am, DT Lab
Lamp Making Workshop
Tuesday 20 February, 8am – 9am, The Hive (Presentation Room)
For all Grey House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Nicci Plank, and the Grey House team for an informal catch up over coffee. Or tea!
Sunday 25 February 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Tuesday 27 February, 8am – 9am, The Hive
For all Gurney House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Rebecca Pearson, and the Gurney House team for an informal catch up over a cuppa.
Tuesday 5 March, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Stanley House parents. Join Head of House Ms Nicki Scotcher and the Stanley House team for an informal catch up over coffee and pastries.
Tuesday 12 March, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Lyttelton House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Kate Szkolar, and the Lyttelton House team for an informal catch up over a morning coffee. Or tea.
Friday 15 March, 6.30pm
Join us for a selection of choral and instrumental groups alongside solo performers.
Wednesday 20 March, Thursday 21 March, Friday 22 March
Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs Shears’ dead dog.
It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion.
So he decides to solve the mystery and write a detective thriller about it. However, the more he unearths, the deeper the mystery gets…
Sunday 24 March, 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Wednesday 27 March
Our annual event for the grandparent community of our Prep School. We are delighted to present an afternoon of entertainments and tours. (Timings in more info!)
Wednesday 17 April, Hive, 3.45pm – 4.45pm
This new series of talks is themed around sports performance, well-being, nutrition, physiotherapy and conditioning. Delivering real-life experiences from those in sports and associated professions.
16, 18, 23, 25, 30 April and 2 May
Every year the Prep put together an incredible display, supported by students and parents, and we are very grateful to parents and friends who also come along and help us physically build the display.
Saturday 4 May, Brighton
A fiesta of colour, costume and live music kick starts Brighton Festival with The Children’s Parade, supported by Brighton Girls. This year the theme is it’s time to ‘Dream Again’ – and as usual we will be running workshops to help put our float together. Dates tbc.
Friday 10 May 7pm
An evening hosted by Brighton Girls for the Friends of Brighton & Hove Hospitals. Peter James, the number one, multi-million copy bestselling author of the Grace series returns with a standalone novel with a difference.
Sunday 12 May, 10.30am
How do you measure up against some of the world’s most amazing animals?
Step into the pages of author and illustrator Sophy Henn’s playful picture book series featuring lifesize illustrations of some of the world’s smallest and largest animals.
Sunday 12 May, 3.30pm
Join bestselling author M. G. Leonard as she shares what she discovered about birdwatching when writing her award-winning Twitchers series.
Sunday 12 May, 1pm
Join storytelling superstars Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre to discover their superbly silly and endearing series for early readers, Adventuremice!
Sunday 19 May 2024 , 11am
Find out about the biggest vanishing trick of all time from multi-award-winning author of Millions, and Brighton Festival’s Guest Director, Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
Thursday 23 May 5pm – 7.30pm
A showcase of work from our Art and Design & Innovation departments GCSE students 2024. And performances from some of our student bands. Join us for an evening of celebration of the arts at Brighton Girls.
LAST WEEKEND! Saturday 25 May – Sunday 26 May 11am – 5pm, The Temple
We are pleased to be a venue for the Artists Open House this May. Led by our Head of Photography, Tiff Crisp, we are also joined by parents, former parents, alumnae and friends – presenting 10 artists over the weekends. Click on Info for the full list.
We are venue number 2!
Thursday 23 May 2024 , 7.30pm
How to Build a Better Future for our Children
From the award-winning founder of Ella’s Kitchen, social campaigner and bestselling author Paul Lindley OBE, comes Raising the Nation, a manifesto for why we must nurture smart, strong and kind children to deliver our brightest possible future.
Sunday 26 May 2024 , 11am
A fun and interactive session inspired by Vashti Hardy’s latest book, North and the Only One.
Tuesday 25 June, 5.30pm
Save the date! More details to follow.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2019” alumnae, leavers of Y13 2019 and Y11 2017! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2014” alumnae, Sixth Form (Y13) leavers of 2014 and Year 11 2012! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2004” alumnae, leavers of Y13 2004 and Y11 2002! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 1999” alumnae, Sixth Form Year 13 leavers of 1999 and Year 11 leavers of 1997! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 1986” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 1986 and Upper Fifth (Year 11) leavers of 1984! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 1969” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 1969 and Upper Fifth (Year 11) leavers of 1967! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Saturday 29 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 1967” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 1967 and Upper Fifth (Year 11) leavers of 1965! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Friday 28 June, timings tbc
Save the date! Details to be confirmed.
Saturday 29 June, 12noon – 3pm
The return of our annual Summer Garden Party – all alumnae, families and friends welcome.
Tuesday 2 July, 2.30pm – 3.30pm Vicarage Lawn, Prep School
Reception to Year 2 pupils will partake in a partake in a carousel of sporting activities at which they will be able to score points for their House. Come and cheer them on!
Tuesday 2 July, 8.45am – 11.30am, Withdean Stadium
A morning of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. May the best House win! Come along and show your support….
Tuesday 2 July, 12noon – 4pm, Withdean Stadium
An afternoon of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. Families and friends are very welcome to cheer on our brilliant athletes as they race, hurdle, high-jump, long-jump, throw the javelin and the shotput (not at the same time) their way through the afternoon.
Saturday 6 July, 12 noon
Calling all “Class of 1974” alumnae, leavers of Y13 1974 and Y11 1972! Join us for a celebration of your time with us.
Autumn Term starts on Thursday 5 September.
All term dates for the year are on the booking link!
Autumn 2024
We are pleased to welcome our first Visiting Artist of the academic year 2024/2025. Our Visiting Artist Programme includes workshops and talks for students, a masterclass with our Art Scholars, a workshop for parents and an installation of the artists work in our Hive. We are therefore delighted to present our third artist in the series, Sarah Arnett.
Friday 6 September, 3.45pm Vicarage Lawns
To welcome all new parents and students to the school we are holding a family BBQ straight after school on Friday 6 September.
Saturday 7 September, 10.30am DT Lab
Absolute Beginners Powertool Workshop
Sunday 15 Sept 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes. Book in so we know who to wait for!
Saturday 21 September 10.30am- 5.00pm
Pallet Furniture Workshop
Tuesday 24 September, 7pm The Hive
Unleash your creativity with a glass of fizz! Join us for a creative workshop with our Visiting Artist, Sarah Arnett.
Thursday 26 September, 3.45pm
This new series of talks is themed around all things digital, coding, AI, gaming, big data analysis and more. Delivering real-life experiences from those in technology and associated professions. Hosted by alumna Jennie Lees, each talk will feature speakers from different fields of the industry.
Friday 27 September, The Hive
We are joining the world’s biggest coffee morning by hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning of our own after morning drop-off.
Tuesday 8 October, 5pm, Music Performance Space
Join us for our vocal recital with students from Year 2 to Year 11.
Sunday 13 Oct 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes. Booking in is free, and very easy – and lets us know who to wait for!
Friday 18 October, 3.45pm Prep school: The Hub
Celebrate half term with our brilliant after-school PTFA Halloween Movie night
Tickets are £8 including a snack bag and drink
Film: Coco
Friday 18 October, 3.45pm Senior school: The Hive
Celebrate half term with our brilliant after-school PTFA Halloween Movie night
Tickets are £8 including a snack bag and drink
Film: The Addams Family
Saturday 19 October, 11am – 5pm, DT Lab
Lamp Making Workshop
Thursday 7 November, 6.30pm
Join Brighton based mixed media artist, Ayanna Knight of PRESCRIPTION RESIN for a fun and creative evening at our Kitschmas Wreath Workshop!
Sunday 17 Nov 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Monday 18 November, 3.45pm
This new series of talks is themed around sports performance, well-being, nutrition, physiotherapy and conditioning. Delivering real-life experiences from those in sports and associated professions.
We are thrilled to have two incredible former students sharing their experiences – alumna Danielle Sanderson, MBE, who represented Team GB 21 times at marathon, half marathon and ultra marathon. And alumna Karen Pickering, MBE, OLY, Olympic Swimmer, 4 times World Champion, and 38 National titles.
Tuesday 19 November, 6pm, The Hall
A musical celebration of the Autumn Term at Brighton Girls. A variety of performances from our students – including our choir and orchestra, instrumental groups and soloists.
Thursday 21 November, 8am – 9am, The Hive
For all Gurney House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Rebecca Pearson, and the Gurney House team for an informal catch up over a cuppa.
POSTPONED!! (was Friday 22 November)
Hand picked for your enjoyment 7 Cellars will guide us through a series of Italian wines and suggested pairings – you can order and have them delivered to home ready for Christmas.
Saturday 23 November, 10.30am – 5pm, DT Lab
Scrollsaw Wood Art & Crafts Workshop – Learn How to Make a Unique Wooden Work of Art
Thursday 28 November, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Stanley House parents. Join Head of House Ms Nicki Scotcher and the Stanley House team for an informal catch up over coffee and pastries.
Thursday 28 November 7pm
Carrie from Florian, our local florist, will teach you the technique of putting together a beautiful Christmas willow wreath for your home.
Saturday 30 November, 12pm – 3pm
Our annual Christmas Fair for the whole family, in the Temple, Senior School. All alumnae, family and friends welcome!
Thursday 5 December, 8am – 9am, The Hive
For all Grey House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Nicci Plank, and the Grey House team for an informal catch up over coffee. Or tea!
Thursday 5 December, 4pm – 5pm
St Nicholas’ Church
Saturday 7 December, 11am – 5pm, DT Lab
Lamp Making Workshop – learn how to turn any item into a lamp!
Tuesday 10 December, 8am – 9am, The Hive
Calling all Lyttelton House parents. Join Head of House, Ms Kate Szkolar, and the Lyttelton House team for an informal catch up over a morning coffee. Or tea.
Wednesday 11 December
Our annual nativity for all the family.
Wednesday 11 December, 2.30pm
St Nicholas’ Church
Friday 13 December 2.30pm All Saints Church
Our annual Christmas Carol Service for all students, families and friends. Alumnae are very welcome to join us.
Ticketholders only due to space! Please book on the link below.
Saturday 14 Dec & Sunday 16 Dec
The Temple Art Group
Temple Art Group welcomes you to Brighton Girls for our third Winter Show! Hosting our regular artists showing textiles, ceramics, jewellery and printmaking and introducing seven new artists to our group for this Winter, including teachers, parents and alumnae.
Wednesday 18 December, 2pm – 3.30pm
Our annual Community Tea party for grandparents, local community groups and residents of local residential care homes for the elderly.
Thursday 19 December, 3.45pm – 5.30pm
All wrapped up in our Christmas Jumpers and having had a lovely Christmas Lunch, join us for our fabulous festive Movie Night “The Grinch” with the PTFA. Tickets are £8.50 and include a popcorn goody bag.
Thursday 19 December, 3.45pm – 5.45pm
All wrapped up in our Christmas Jumpers and having had a lovely Christmas Lunch, settle in for a fabulous festive Movie Night “A Boy Called Christmas” with the PTFA. Tickets are £8.50 and include a popcorn goody bag.
FIRST DAY OF TERM Tuesday 7 January (staff inset Monday 6 Jan)
HALF TERM 17 – 21 February
LAST DAY Friday 4 April Each term finishes at 2:30pm
Spring 2025
We are pleased to welcome our second Visiting Artist of the academic year 2024/2025. Our Visiting Artist Programme includes workshops and talks for students, a masterclass with our Art Scholars, a workshop for parents and an installation of the artists work in our Hive. We are therefore delighted to present our fourth artist in the series, Alej Ez.
Friday 25 April Prep Hub, 3.30pm – 5.15pm
As voted for by our brilliant young movie buffs in Prep, we are delighted to present Migration.
A family of ducks try to convince their overprotective father to go on the vacation of a lifetime….
Friday 25 April, 3.45pm – 5.40pm
The Princess Bride is regularly to be found on top 100 movie lists, and we are delighted to present it for the Senior Movie Night. As you wish…
Sunday 12 Jan 2025 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
POSTPONED – new date tbc
We are thrilled to launch our new partnership with the team at the University of Brighton – and our new Strength & Conditioning Programme. We will be joined by the team to take us through the importance of Strength & Conditioning and its many benefits.
Wednesday 22 Jan, 3.45pm
Join Alej to hear about his journey as an artist and his experimentation and research of traditional works in ink, his interest and experience in traditional print-making and how this has defined his practice with the use of digital tools.
Thursdays 3.45pm Spring Term (and other slots)
We are looking for volunteers to help with building our set for the Addams Family Show this term. Together with our Design & Innovation Department, our Facilities Team and our brilliant backstage team we have a design that we are planning to build (paint, install) and we would really appreciate some extra help with this.
Thursday 30 January 2025 and Friday 31 January 2025
SOLD OUT
Join us for Momentum, our annual celebration of dance at Brighton Girls.
Sunday 9 Feb 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Tuesday 11 February, 3.45pm
This new series of talks is themed around all things digital, coding, AI, gaming, big data analysis and more. Delivering real-life experiences from those in technology and associated professions. Hosted by alumna Jennie Lees, each talk will feature speakers from different fields of the industry.
Friday 14 February, 8.30am Dining Hall (Prep)
The PTFA and Brighton Girls Guild Team would like to welcome you to a Parent Coffee Morning and Nearly New Uniform Sale. Guild are raising money for the Adur Special Needs Project – find out more about this charity and their work at the event from our Y13 students.
Tuesday 25 February, 8am, The Hive
Join Head of House, Ms Nicci Plank, and the Grey House team for an informal catch up over coffee. Or tea!
Tuesday 4 March, 8am, The Hive
Join Head of House, Ms Nicki Scotcher, and the Stanley House team for an informal catch up over coffee. Or tea!
Friday 7 March 5pm
As part of our International Women’s Day celebrations next week we are holding a reunion for the Class of 2000. 25 years in the making… what has everyone been up to?
Tuesday 11 March, 8am, The Hive
Join Head of House, Ms Kate Szkolar, and the Lyttelton House team for an informal catch up over coffee, tea and pastries.
Postponed
A Burns inspired evening of dance, poetry, song and celebration. Put your dancing shoes on and reel the night away with our live Ceilidh Band, Moves Afoot.
Sunday 16 March 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Tuesday 18 March, 8am, The Hive
Join Head of House, Ms Rebecca Pearson, and the Gurney House team for an informal catch up over breakfast pastries, tea and coffee.
Friday 21 March 7pm, The Hall
A celebration of the Spring Term at Brighton Girls, with a variety of performances from our students and a preview of our Addams Family Musical.
Friday 28 March, The Hive (Seniors) 7pm SOLD OUT
We are thrilled to launch the PTFA Quiz and Karaoke Night, Friday 28 March, with Quizmasters extraordinaire Mr Guy Winter and Ms Becki Pearson.
Wednesday 2 April 6.30pm – only a few tickets left!!
Thursday 3 April 6.30pm SOLD OUT
Please note: Parent and student tickets are available via your Parent Pay account.
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet, young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?
Saturday 3 May, Brighton
A fiesta of colour, costume and live music to kick start Brighton Festival
Schools across the city come together to think about our future. What do we want to change, what do we want to cherish, and what do we want to chuck.
How do we change the world and create a New Dawn?
A parade of ideas for a better day. Supported by Brighton Girls.
Tuesday 6 May, 3.45pm
Meet Lisa Creagh, our Visiting Artist for the Summer Term. Visiting Artist Talks are compulsory for all Art Scholars, but all students, parents and friends are welcome to join us. Simply book in using the link.
Wednesday 7 May 4pm – 5.30pm
Save the date!
Sunday 11 May 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
Thursday 15 May 3.45pm
Our Sports Scholars Talks are themed around sports performance, well-being, nutrition, physiotherapy and conditioning. Delivering real-life experiences from those in sports and associated professions.
Thursday 15 May The Hive, 6.30pm – 10.00pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening of pre-loved fashion and fizz to raise money for Harry Clapham, a much loved local Hove Boy, who suffered a serious spinal injury last summer.
Book a place today – only 100 tickets available £10 each.
Tuesday 13 May 5pm – 6pm
Save the date!
Wednesday 14 December, 3.45pm – 5.00pm
We are delighted to invite you to join us for Christmas Carols in The Hive, and tours of The Temple after school on Wednesday 14 December.
Tuesday December 13 6pm – 7pm
Our annual Christmas Carol Service – all parents, friends and alumnae welcome.
Saturday 10 December
Unleash your inner artist with power tools! Create your own wood art from reclaimed wood to take home at this end of this one day workshop.
Wednesday 28 December 10am
Join us for a festive morning walk at Stanmer Park.
Thursday 8 December, 4pm
The Prep look forward to seeing all family and friends at our annual Carol Service.
Wednesday 7 December, 2pm
Our season of festive events continues with a delightful afternoon of carols with the Senior Chamber Choir. Featuring harpist Alex Rider.
Wednesday 30 November 7pm Fully Booked
Carrie from Florian, our local florist, will teach you the technique of putting together a beautiful Christmas wreath for your home.
Wednesday 30 November
Every year, between the end of the summer term and November, Brighton Girls runs the Temple Project Qualification (or TPQ) for Year 7 onwards.
Saturday 26 November Thank you to everyone who attended.
Our annual PTFA Christmas Fair is a great way to get into the Christmas spirit, and a perfect place for kids and adults to find Christmas gifts.
26/27 Nov, 3/4 Dec, 10/11 Dec
The Artist Open Houses Winter Festival provides a unique experience for visitors, where you can view an array of work from contemporary and original local artists and makers, as well as meeting the artists and buying artwork and crafts directly from them.
Thursday 24 November, 7pm Thank you to everyone who attended.
We are delighted to be hosting The Girls’ Network. Please join us to hear about this amazing network that supports girls aged 13-19 connecting them to a mentor and a network of professional role models.
Sunday 20 November 10am Thank you to everyone who attended.
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes the Heritage Walk takes about an hour but you are of course welcome to join us for whatever time you have available, or for those of you with bigger dogs to tackle a slightly more challenging walk!
Saturday 19 November Thank you to everyone who attended.
Build something fabulous from free pallet wood, saving not only money but also doing your bit for the planet at the same time.
Friday 18 November, 7pm Brighton Girls Hall
Join us for an evening of musical performances.
Wednesday 9 November
A social evening of wine tasting with 7 Cellars, owner Louise has curated the perfect wine list for the festive season. Hand picked for your enjoyment 7 Cellars will guide us through a series of wines and suggested pairings – you can order and have them delivered to home ready for Christmas.
Tuesday 8 November, 7pm online
Brighton Girls is the first school to pilot volunteering app onHand, pairing those in need with those who want to help.
Saturday 5 November 10.30am-1pm
A power tool workshop class where you’ll learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting. Salvage Sister, Charis, will demonstrate a range of equipment and help build your knowledge and skills. Hosted in our new DT Lab.
Saturday 29 October
One Garden are hosting Wildfest a celebration of arts and nature. There will be live music, performances and dance. Come along for a fun day out for the family.
Friday 28 October, One Garden
Create a Spook-tacular Pumpkin Display this Halloween!
Wednesday 19 October
The Amy Winehouse Foundation helps thousands of young people to feel supported and informed, so that they are better able to manage their emotional wellbeing and make informed choices around things that can affect their lives.
Sunday 16 October 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park.
Saturday 8 October
The Hive is a feminist revenge thriller that celebrates sisterhood and raises important questions about the relationship between social media and mental health, and child loss, whether by choice, chance or circumstance.
Saturday 8 October
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Friday 7 October
Our annual PTFA Comedy Night for parents.
Friday 7 October
We are delighted to be hosting our group for retired teaching staff – Oasis for Autumn Elevenses.
28 December
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at Stanmer Park. All family members welcome.
22 February, 1 March, 15 March
Our home from 1880 ‘The Temple’, commissioned by Thomas Read Kemp in 1819 and designed by Amon Wilds has seen many changes over the years.
Friday 30 September 9am-10am
We are joining the world’s biggest coffee morning by hosting a Macmillan Coffee Morning of our own after morning drop-off.
Tuesday 27 September
A talk with our Head of Philosophy and Religious Studies on her study on promoting boldness in girls’ problem solving and critical thinking.
Mondays 21, 28 Nov, 5 Dec – 8.15am – 9.00am
Develop your strength and flexibility through dynamic flowing asanas.
Starts Thursday 22 September 6pm – 8pm
Join Charis Williams, aka the Salvage Sister for an 8 week course in sustainable design in our new DT Lab.
Calling all alumnae of the Class of 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
Saturday 18 March (sold out)
This morning floristry workshop, at One Garden Brighton, is led by Plumpton College expert tutors who will guide and teach you how to create your very own hand-tied posy.
Wednesday 22 February, 3.30pm – 5.00pm
Meet the makers of small-batch, super premium Brighton Gin with a behind-the-scenes tour of the distillery.
Saturday 18 Feb, 10.30am – 5.00pm
Pick a letter, any letter! Learn how to use powertools to create your own wooden letter, number or symbol.
Wednesday 8 February, 6pm – 7pm
Whilst many of us wrestle with gift wrapping and turkey timings, every year Crisis at Christmas opens its doors to people who are homeless.
Sunday 5 February, 10am – 4pm
Seedy Sunday in Brighton and Hove is the UK’s biggest and longest-running community seed swap event.
Saturday 4 Feb, 10.30am – 5.00pm
Build something fabulous from free pallet wood, saving not only money but also doing your bit for the planet at the same time.
Saturday 28 January, 11am – 5pm
Make your own electric lamp out of just about anything in this one day workshop hosted in our Design Hub DT Lab.
Monday 23 January, 6pm – 7pm
On the 80th anniversary of the release of the film Casablanca, a talk with our Head of History, Mr Grant Sherwood.
Monday 16 January, 2pm – 6pm
Beat the January blues with an afternoon relaxing at Harbour Hotel Spa – HarSpa. With candles flickering, a soothing soundtrack and an invigorating pool to refresh in, some quality you-time awaits.
Saturday 14 January 10.30am
A power tool workshop class where you’ll learn how to use a range of power tools safely for DIY & crafting.
Summer 2025
We are pleased to welcome our final Visiting Artist of the academic year 2024/2025. Our Visiting Artist Programme includes workshops and talks for students, a masterclass with our Art Scholars, a workshop for parents and an installation of the artists work in our Hive. We are therefore delighted to present our fifth artist in the series, photographer, Lisa Creagh.
Saturday 3 May – Sunday 4 May, Saturday 10 May – Sunday 11 May, Saturday 17 May – Sunday 18 May, Saturday 24 May – Sunday 25 May 11am – 5pm, The Temple
We are pleased to be a venue for the Artists Open House again this May, and a proud sponsor of the 7 Dials Trail. Led by our Head of Photography, Tiff Crisp, we are also joined by parents, former parents, alumnae and friends – presenting 10 artists over the weekends. Click on Info for the full list.
Brighton Girls hosts the Temple Art Group:
Beau Bottletops, Ellen Kydd, Sarah Blackaller, Christine Scawin, Siân Messenger, Bernadette Baker, Gordon Ripley, Teri Francis, Lila Wordsworth, Of Books and Bees, Helen Marie Jewellery, Pull and Pin, Kate Rochester, Shallow Pottery and Prescription Resin
Friday 6 June – save the date!
A showcase of work from our Art and Design & Innovation departments GCSE and A-Level students 2025. And performances from some of our student bands. Join us for an evening of celebration of the arts at Brighton Girls.
Sunday 8 June 10am
Join us for a Sunday morning walk at the beautiful Stanmer Park. Co-hosted with Creature Clothes.
We meet at the Lower Lodges West near the children’s play area and walk through the woods towards One Garden for a well-deserved coffee. (And then back again!)
All family and friends welcome!
Our co-host, Creature Clothes, the UK’s most recognised dog & cat accessories for quality & funky style can be found in Brighton Lanes, see their website here.
Tuesday 10 June 3.45pm
Save the date!
Friday 13 June 3.45pm
Save the date. Films and timings to be confirmed.
Thursday 26 June 6pm – 8pm
Save the date!
Saturday 28 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2000” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 2000 and Upper Fifth (Year 11) leavers of 1998! We held a reunion earlier in the year, but it was such fun we thought we would hold another.
Catch up with friends over an informal brunch, tours of the school and our Summer Garden Party.
Whilst you are with us you can check out the renovations in the Temple building, the Prep back home in the Vicarage, and the new garden areas at the front of the school. Meet up with your former classmates and teachers and soak up the fun of the Summer Garden Party on the vicarage lawns – Pimms tent, Brighton Gin and cocktails bar, live music, BBQ, ice creams, local business stalls and more.
We’d love to see you!
Tickets are free, but please book in to allow us to plan properly . Thank you!
Saturday 28 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2015” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 2015 and Upper Fifth (Year 11) leavers of 2013! Can you believe it is your 15 Year Reunion already?
Catch up with friends over an informal brunch, tours of the school and our Summer Garden Party.
Whilst you are with us you can check out the renovations in the Temple building, the Prep back home in the Vicarage, and the new garden areas at the front of the school. Meet up with your former classmates and teachers and soak up the fun of the Summer Garden Party on the vicarage lawns – Pimms tent, Brighton Gin and cocktails bar, live music, BBQ, ice creams, local business stalls and more.
We’d love to see you!
Tickets are free, but please book in to allow us to plan properly . Thank you!
Saturday 28 June, 11am
Calling all “Class of 2020” alumnae, Sixth Form leavers of 2020 and Year 11 leavers of 2018! It is your official 5 Year Reunion and we are looking forward to catching up with you.
Catch up with friends over an informal brunch, tours of the school and our Summer Garden Party.
Whilst you are with us you can check out the renovations in the Temple building, the Prep back home in the Vicarage, and the new garden areas at the front of the school. Meet up with your former classmates and teachers and soak up the fun of the Summer Garden Party on the vicarage lawns – Pimms tent, Brighton Gin and cocktails bar, live music, BBQ, ice creams, local business stalls and more.
We’d love to see you!
Tickets are free, but please book in to allow us to plan properly . Thank you!
Saturday 28 June 12noon – 3pm
Our first day as a school was 13 June 1876, and to celebrate this, and our wonderful alumnae, we are delighted to celebrate our annual Summer Garden Party on the lawns of Prep “Vicarage”.
Hosted by the school with support from students, staff and the PTFA there will be activities for the whole family, musical entertainment, food and drink stalls – a Pimms tent, Brighton Gin bar, and stalls from some of our local businesses. All for your enjoyment.
It promises to be quite the afternoon! Gates will open at 12 noon – 3.00pm.
Entry is a £1 raffle ticket on the day to support the work of our PTFA. Book your ticket to allow us to plan our numbers.
If you would like to make a donation to the school you can also do that here by way of our donation tickets. All donations made here go to our Bursary & Awards Fund. There’s always high demand for bursary awards here at Brighton Girls, and it is only with support such as yours that we are able to make these life-changing awards.Registered charity number 306983.
Tuesday 1 July, 2.30pm – 3.30pm Vicarage Lawn, Prep School
Reception to Year 2 pupils will partake in a partake in a carousel of sporting activities at which they will be able to score points for their House. Come and cheer them on!
Pupils will need to wear the correct school PE kit (House top and short/skort) and bring with them water, a sunhat and sunscreen. They will have time during the school day to change into this, therefore, please send your child into school that day in their normal school uniform.
Please note that reception to year 2 pupils will also have the opportunity to attend and support at the prep school sports day which is being held at Withdean stadium. They will travel over after break time to arrive in time for the running races and will be able to sit with their house in the stands. Year 2 will also have the option to participate in 2 sprint running races should they wish.
Stickers will be given to all those involved and medals will be awarded to the overall winning House at the end of the day.
Some light refreshments will be provided for parents on the Vicarage Lawn.
All friends and family welcome!
Tickets are free but we welcome donations to our costs. All donations very gratefully received.
Registered charity number 306983.
Tuesday 1 July, 8.45am – 11.30am, Withdean Stadium
A morning of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. May the best House win! Come along and show your support….
The Year 3-6 Prep event will occur during the morning from 8.45am -11.30am.
Throughout the morning, Year 3 and 4 will compete as a collective group and Year 5 and 6 will compete separately. Stickers will be awarded on the finish line, and, in the closing presentation, the following awards will be presented:
On completion of the event, all pupils will return back to school for a picnic on the lawn from 12 – 12.45pm. Parents are invited to attend this. Pupils will then resume the rest of the school day and can therefore be collected from school at the normal time of 3.45pm.
Seating will be allocated for parents in the stand closest to the Finish Line. If you are planning on joining us, please book a (free) ticket so that we can cater accordingly. Thank you!
Logistics
So that we are able to start promptly and run to time, please drop your child directly to Withdean Stadium for no later than 8.40am. Alternatively, if you are unable to drop your child directly to Withdean, there will be transport leaving from school at 8.30am. Please complete the google form sent by Friday 28 June.
On the day, pupils should arrive at Withdean/school in the correct PE kit (House top and short/skort) and bring with them snacks (nut-free, healthy), water, a sunhat and sunscreen.
Parent Race!
You will be pleased to hear that we are also planning a parent egg and spoon race. Should you wish to compete in this please do let us know by completing the google form sent out by Ms Sparkes.
Anything else?
All friends and family welcome!
Tickets are free but we welcome donations to our costs. All donations very gratefully received.
Registered charity number 306983.
Tuesday 1 July, 12noon – 4pm, Withdean Stadium
An afternoon of athletics, hosted at Withdean Stadium. Families and friends are very welcome to cheer on our brilliant athletes as they race, hurdle, high-jump, long-jump, throw the javelin and the shotput (not at the same time) their way through the afternoon.
Our Opening Ceremony will begin at approximately 12.10pm, with all of the Senior events taking place from 12.30pm.
Seating will be allocated for parents in the stand closest to the finish line. Refreshments will be provided from 12noon onwards, so please feel free to come and support your child(ren) on the big day! Tickets are free but please book so we know how many to cater for (just tea and coffee). There’s also a concession stand for soft drinks and snacks.
We will finish at 3:45pm with the announcements of the overall results. All students will be dismissed from Withdean Stadium at approximately 4pm.
All friends and family welcome!
Tickets are free but we welcome donations to our costs. All donations very gratefully received.
Registered charity number 306983.
Wednesday 2 July, 6pm
Save the date!
Our Year 6 are delighted to present their performance of….. to be announced!
Thursday 3 July 6pm – 7pm
Save the date!
Friday 4 July 2.30pm
Summer Term ends – wishing everyone a wonderful summer.
See you in September!
(For all term dates see the booking link.)
