We are honoured to have been shortlisted in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards for Sporting Achievement! A record number of nominations was received again this year and Chair of the judging panel, Dr Helen Wright says: "It has been truly wonderful to receive so many nominations which clearly celebrate 'excellence in education' and showcase the myriad of activities in which our students have the opportunity to excel." A list of finalists will be published on September 9th and the winners will be announced at the @isotyawards ceremony in October. 2024-2025 has been an incredible year for Heath Mount sport, building on last year's historic successes. 11 pupils in Year 8 have won sports scholarships (25% of the whole year group) and an increase of four from last year. We've also celebrated some amazing national and regional successes across different sporting disciplines and a fantastic number of pupils extending their passion for sport by taking up places on regional and county teams outside of school. Above and beyond these achievements, however, is the fantastic culture of sportsmanship, teamwork and zest for sport that our sports department has embedded in daily school life. Everyone is included, with pupils from Pre-Prep up to Year 8 making the most of both timetabled and extra-curricular opportunities to build on their strength and boost both mental and physical wellbeing! Exciting plans for the upcoming academic year include taking a group of current Year 7 pupils on their first sports tour to Italy! National Success 2024-25: U13 IAPS Netball National Champions U11 IAPS Netball runners up U10 IAPS 50m Boys' National Butterfly Champion (IAPS record) U11 IAPS 50m Boys' Breaststroke runner up U12 IAPS 50m Boys' Breaststroke runner up U12 100m Boys' Silver Medallist, National Prep Schools Athletics Championships U11A IAPS Boys' Football National Bowl runners up U11 Girls' National SNS Cricket Cup Champions #sport #prepschool #privateschool #hertfordshire #independentschooloftheyearawards #sportingexcellence #passionforsport

We were incredibly proud to take our largest ever team of individual athletes to the National Prep School Athletics Championships at the prestigious Alexander Stadium in Birmingham this week. The atmosphere was electric, and our athletes rose to the occasion with a series of outstanding performances full of determination and school spirit! Congratulations to Zura who sprinted to a superb silver medal in the U12 100m and also placed an impressive 4th in the high jump. Osa and Billy also secured 4th place finishes in the U14 and U12 shot put while Lucas came 4th in the U12 75m hurdles, narrowly missing a podium finish. Romilly placed 8th in the U12 long jump, and Darcey achieved a top 10 finish in the U12 high jump. We are so proud of each finalist! A big thank you to our sports staff who have coached and supported them through our athletics programme. The event was the icing on the cake of a brilliant week for Heath Mount sport after we were awarded the @muddystilettosschools award for the Prep School that's most 'Passionate About Sport'. We have also just been shortlisted in the Independent School Of The Year Awards for Sport Achievement!! @isotyawards #sports #prepschool #privateschool #hertfordshire #athletics

Year 8 drama scholars gave a riveting performance of Ben Hales' political comedy 'There's A Leak!' in the final production of the academic year. Our young thespians put the performance together in just one week of rehearsals during their 'Expressive Arts Week'. However, it was also a culmination of two years of hard work, dedication, and creativity - marking the end of their journey on our internal drama scholars' programme. A huge well done to the cast and Mrs Mann for delivering such a thought-provoking and enjoyable production. We hope the children continue to tread the boards at their next schools and deepen their passion for theatre. #drama #schoolplay #dramascholarship #performingarts #hertfordshire #privateschool #independentschool

Congratulations to our inspirational sports department! We are so proud to have been awarded the @muddystilettosschools award for the Prep School that's most 'Passionate About Sport'. Over 500 schools entered the awards, in association with @debretts_education, and we are thrilled that the judges recognised our unique and holistic approach. At Heath Mount we ensure that sport is inclusive and that pupils experience both its mental and physical benefits. Last year was a record-breaking year for us in terms of national and regional achievements as well as sports scholarship awards to senior schools. Our revamped sports scholarship programme and unique PE programme have helped boost results as well as develop children's enthusiasm for staying fit and healthy. "It is with immense pride that we accept this award in recognition of the passion and dedication shown towards all aspects of sport at Heath Mount," says Joe Elliot, Director of Sport at Heath Mount. "I am incredibly lucky to lead a department that inspires pupils and fosters a lifelong love of sport. We always pride ourselves on the opportunities we provide for all pupils to represent their school regularly in a variety of sports, and the enthusiasm that shines through in every lesson. We celebrate every success, from nursery pupils doing their first fundamental movements session to Year 8 pupils achieving on the national stage. I am delighted that this has been recognized by the judges and extend my sincere thanks and gratitude to the entire Heath Mount community for supporting us on our journey." If you would like to find out more about our passion for sport, please join us for a private tour or sign up for our Open Morning on September 25th (see link in bio). #muddyawards #passionateaboutsport #schoolsport #fitness #privateschool #prepschool #hertfordshire @debretts_education @muddystilettosschools @muddyhertsbeds