Having been named as the UK’s Small Independent School of the Year 2020, Truro High has this year been shortlisted for three major awards including Independent Girls’ School of the Year and Pre-Prep of the Year. It’s pioneering UX course to teach Prep 6 pupils with...
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Head of STEM wins Subject Lead of the Year (Secondary) at Tes Awards
Throughout his time at Truro High School, Mr Dean has transformed a traditional science department into a highly successful, cutting-edge STEM faculty with STEM teaching embedded for all pupils, from 4 to 18 years old. Last year, a third of sixth-form students were...
Truro High alumna Hope’s designs stocked by Liberty London
Inspired by nature and her love of the outdoors, Hope’s beautiful collection of hand-painted tablecloths, napkins and runners features a range of floral designs and was selected to be stocked in the famous designer store. Hope told us: “My range being stocked...
The High School named as Greenpower Centre of Excellence
The prestigious award recognises the school’s role as a hub of excellence for Greenpower engineering in Cornwall and its support to other Greenpower teams around the county. Announcing the award, Greenpower Project Manager Vaughan Curnow said: “I have worked closely...
Truro High School Shortlisted for the Tes Schools Awards 2022
Jon’s determination to provide students at the school with access to everything from specialist medical training programmes to engineering courses and astronomy impressed the judges. Headmistress Sarah Matthews said: “I am absolutely delighted that Jon’s passion and...
The High School wins praise in top educational awards
Up against more than 400 schools, our whole school programme of business education clearly impressed the judges. We embed enterprise at all levels of The High School, from financial literacy lessons to our Year 9 skills carousel, not to mention entrepreneurial...
Celebrating Founder’s Day and launching The Foundation
The service included performances from the Chamber Choir, a vocal solo from Year 9 Gwener and a Guzheng solo by Year 12 Muse, as well as an introductory performance by Prep 6 Verity. Readings and prayers were delivered beautifully by Head Girl Meenakshi, Year 11s...
Year 11 Melissa places 8th in the World Fencing Championships in Dubai
Melissa finished in the highest position for any British athlete for many years. Even current GB Senior Number 1, Caiti Maxwell, only achieved 18th in the Cadet Women’s Sabre in Bourges in 2016. Melissa fenced absolutely brilliantly, conceding only to the defending...
Year 11 Melissa from Truro High School selected for Team GB in European Junior Fencing Championships
Her amazing selection comes off the back of her recent successes across the continent, and last weekend she achieved her best ever individual performance in the Riposta Cup Cadet competition in Bucharest, Romania. In the individual contest she finished 15th out of 193...
Truro High School is one of first in UK to train pupils in the skills of tomorrow
User Experience (UX) is fast becoming a key part of how all modern companies are designing their products and services using empathy, and putting people’s experience at the heart of the decision making process. This includes everything from designing a clean,...
TRURO HIGH SCHOOL PARTNERS WITH YOUNG & TALENTED CORNWALL TO GIVE HOPE TO CORNWALL’S STARS OF THE FUTURE
Set up in 2005, Young & Talented Cornwall, The Lord Lieutenant’s Fund, provides grants to Cornwall’s next generation of superstars, helping them to achieve their potential across a wide range of skill areas, from sport and performing arts to music and science. Two...
Truro High performers blow audiences away at Dance Show LIVE!
From “Alice in Wonderland” featuring ballerinas from 4 to 16 complete with a giant willow lantern Cheshire cat which was created by students in Year 9, to Riverdancers, hip-hop stars and flamenco dancers, it was truly an astounding display of talent and sheer...
Truro High School launches exciting new theatre and drama programme
The programme includes a packed schedule of workshops, masterclasses, theatre visits and even opportunities to perform at the county’s largest theatre and arts venue, the Hall for Cornwall. The school is partnering with a host of theatre and film professionals for...
Truro High entrepreneurs and charity fundraisers bring extra special sparkle to PTA’s Christmas Market
It was particularly special to see so many enterprising students running stalls selling their wares both as business ventures and to raise funds for local charities. Products on offer included Year 8s Matilda and Lily’s fudge in aid of Cornwall Community Foundation,...
Truro High sisters Lily and Kitty rank 2nd in the RS Feva Winter Championships
The competition was open to sailors from around the UK and saw 38 two-team boats tackle the extreme conditions. The sisters earned 2nd place by a 10-point margin and were pipped at the post for 1st by just one point. Their success follows an impressive outing at the...
Students at Truro High School join thousands across the country cooking and tasting British mussels
The students join nearly 8000 others from across the country, who are this week cooking and tasting freshly cooked dishes made with British mussels. Truro High’s students created Thai Style Mussel Broth. It’s all part of the ‘Fish in Schools Hero’ programme which is...
Truro High under 16 netball team earns Cornwall County Champion title
They won 15-5 against Wadebridge School, 12-5 against Truro School, 13-9 against Penair School, 10-2 against Penryn College, 10-4 against Richard Lander School, 16-4 against Budehaven Community School and drew 8-8 against Mount’s Bay Academy. Team coach, Miss Danyelle...
MasterChef quarterfinalist and owner of Sabzi Deli Kate Attlee adds spice to ‘Taste’ at Truro High
The masterclass introduced students to dishes ranging from her signature Sabzi House Dhal to traditional Iranian flatbreads. Kate owns and runs Sabzi, an award-winning takeaway deli in Truro specialising in beautiful, creative food and drinks including seasonal...
Truro High Prep 5 & 6 football team ranks third in county in Girls’ Under 11 7-a-side Tournament
The girls performed brilliantly throughout the day. They won 2-0 against Charlestown, 3-1 against Mount Charles and 2-0 against Wadebridge, who would go on to take second place overall. Their success saw them progress to the semi-finals where they narrowly lost 2-1 to...
Year 11 Melissa crowned U23 National Sabre Champion and earns place on Team GB squad
She also earned Bronze in the Under 23 Cadet Championships. She is believed to have been the youngest fencer in the competition. Her national win follows her being named National Junior Under 20 Sabre Champion in September. Her impressive results have even earned her...
A focus on fish for ‘Taste’ at Truro High masterclass
The masterclass introduced students to a range of technical skills including how to fillet, skin and cook fish, which included megrim sole, lemon sole and brill. She also taught students what they need to look out for when buying fish. The fish was supplied by...
Truro High School’s under 16s return from Tier 3 regional finals ranked third in the whole of the South West
The school’s players put in fantastic performances throughout the day. They won 2-1 against Colyton Grammar School, 1-0 against Clayesmore School and 3-0 against Whitecross Hereford High. Their success saw them progress to the quarter-finals where they won 1-0 against...
Truro High fundraising Colour Run raises over £5600 for Cambodian partner school
The school supports Brasat Primary through the UK-based charity, Edukid. The funds the school has raised will allow Brasat to educate 26 girls and 18 boys for the year as well as develop the resources the school has. Edukid has been able to employ a teacher for the...
Truro High students perform at the Royal Albert Hall to raise awareness about ocean pollution
Seven students from Truro High School performed at the Royal Albert Hall as part of the Cornwall County Choirs last week in order to raise awareness about ocean pollution. Prep 6 Alexandra, Prep 6 Florence, Prep 6 Nancy, Year 7 Maisie, Year 8 Lucia and Year 9 Sheba...