Students

As a student at HGS, we want you to be fully aware of the opportunities and support available. This page provides information about those opportunities, details of where you can get support, and other information you need to know about life at HGS.

Anti-Bullying Policy

Bullying is always taken seriously and our students believe in the effectiveness of our responses to any reported incidents.

Behaviour System

At HGS, positive behaviour and attitudes to school life are rewarded with positive points, and points contribute to the house system.

Careers at HGS

Our Careers Hub is at the heart of helping you discover your strengths, explore future pathways, and make confident, informed decisions about life beyond school.

Catering

Find out where you can eat your lunch, how much it costs, and what is on the menu for each day of the week.

Extra-Curricular

At HGS you can get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities and earn house points for your participation.

Examinations

Get all the advice and guidance you need about what's involved in taking your exams and controlled assessments.

GCSE Options

Learn about the choices available to you for the subjects you can study at GCSE, and how to make your decisions.

Homework

Homework is set regularly and you complete it outside lesson time so you can consolidate what you learn in the classroom.

Library Resources

The library at HGS provides far more than just books, and is set up to support you with your studies and beyond.

School Day

Check the timings for the school day and individual lessons at HGS, including how the timings differ on a Wednesday.

School Equipment

Find out what equipment you need to bring to all your lessons at HGS so you are prepared for learning every day.

Student Code of Conduct

A student code of conduct is a formal set of rules and expectations that outline how you should behave in school.

Student Councils

Your views are important to the school, and taking part in a student council allows them to be heard and acted on.