Category: Academic

Beyond GCSEs – supporting families with the next step

As students move through Years 10 and 11, questions about sixth form, future study and career pathways naturally begin to come into sharper focus. To help families navigate these important decisions, LPS Clapham recently hosted its Beyond GCSEs coffee morning for Year 10 and 11 parents. The event welcomed Heidi Armstrong, Head, LPS Mayfair and…

LPS Clapham students tackle real-world sustainability challenges at Dukes Education Sustainable Engineering Workshop

Six Year 10 and 11 students recently took part in the Dukes Sustainable Engineering Workshop, one of the many enriching opportunities available to LPS Clapham students thanks to being part of the Dukes Education family. Bringing together students from schools across the Dukes network, the workshop encouraged participants to think creatively about some of the world’s…

LPS Clapham students explore islamic faith and culture at Morden Mosque

Year 8 students recently visited Morden Mosque as part of their Religious Studies programme, gaining a valuable first-hand insight into Islam and the role faith plays in communities around the world. The visit provided an opportunity for students to deepen their understanding of Islamic beliefs and practices while exploring connections between Islam, Christianity and Judaism,…

LPS Clapham students gain exclusive insight into world-leading architecture practice at Fosters + Partners’ Battersea

Seventeen Year 10 and 11 Art and Design Technology students recently enjoyed a unique opportunity to step inside the world of one of the world’s most renowned architectural practices during a visit to Foster + Partners’ Battersea headquarters. The group was welcomed by Head of Design David Nelson and senior partners Armstrong Yakubu and Emily…

LPS Clapham students explore democracy in action during visit to parliament

On 7 September, Year 8 and 9 students enjoyed an inspiring educational visit to Parliament, gaining first-hand insight into the history, workings and evolution of democracy in the United Kingdom. During a guided tour of the Palace of Westminster, students explored the historic chambers of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords…

LPS Clapham celebrates exceptional GCSE success with outstanding results across STEM, languages and the arts

Although we believe success isn’t only measured in students’ exam scores, we’re immensely proud to announce an outstanding set of GCSE results for the Class of 2026, with students achieving high‑end attainment across a wide range of subjects, including the sciences, mathematics, languages and creative disciplines. 38% grades 9–7, 95% grades 9–4 This year’s cohort demonstrated remarkable academic strength, with clusters of…

London Park School Clapham Named In Talk Education’s Prestigious Top 250 UK Schools List

London Park Schools Clapham has been named in Talk Education’s 2026 Top 250 UK Schools list for the first time. Schools are selected following a rigorous process which looks beyond just academic results and rankings, and includes meeting school Heads and teachers, speaking with students and tapping into local perspectives to get a more complete…

History Through Art: Year 9 Explore Conflict and Creativity at the Imperial War Museum

On a thought-provoking visit to the Imperial War Museum, Year 9 students analysed war-time artworks, explored reconstructed trenches and reflected on the human stories behind history. The workshop connected art, empathy and analysis — highlighting how learning at LPS Clapham stretches beyond textbooks into London’s rich cultural landscape.

Engineering Curiosity: Year 9 Take On the Royal Institution Egg-Crash Challenge

Year 9 students stepped into the world of real-life engineering at the Royal Institution, designing crash-cars to protect an egg passenger and negotiating an equipment “shop” as part of the challenge. Their creativity, teamwork and problem-solving brought physics and design to life — just one example of how LPS Clapham’s “learn like a Londoner” approach…

LPSC’s First GCSE Results

It was smiles all round at LPS Clapham’s first results day with 32% 9-7 and 96% of grades 9-4. Huge congratulations to our founding cohort who achieved 100% passes in English, Maths and Science – with some outstanding individual results. We waved them off with a tear in our eye but so proud of the…