West London Free School Sixth Form
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The annual interhouse quiz packed 200 Sixth Formers into FH with PTA‑funded pizza and drinks. Eight rounds led by staff ended in a “Whitney Houston challenge” tiebreak. Results: 3rd Athenian Y13, 2nd Olympian Y13, 1st Olympian Y12 (thanks to Josh!). A great start to the holidays!
December 17, 2025 at 12:06 PM
The annual interhouse quiz packed 200 Sixth Formers into FH with PTA‑funded pizza and drinks. Eight rounds led by staff ended in a “Whitney Houston challenge” tiebreak. Results: 3rd Athenian Y13, 2nd Olympian Y13, 1st Olympian Y12 (thanks to Josh!). A great start to the holidays!
Olivia and Ava (Y13) were shortlisted for the prestigious Sovereign Art Prize! The celebration at Phillip’s Auction House in Mayfair featured 25 London students and a speech by Tim Marlow on art’s role in creativity and expression. Huge congrats to both!
December 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Olivia and Ava (Y13) were shortlisted for the prestigious Sovereign Art Prize! The celebration at Phillip’s Auction House in Mayfair featured 25 London students and a speech by Tim Marlow on art’s role in creativity and expression. Huge congrats to both!
WLFS took on the annual #GCHQChristmasChallenge. Our 2025 GCHQ code-breaking champions are: Alice, Salma (Year 13), Rosie, Sophia, Kaitlynn (Year 12), Alexa (Year 10), Tahlia (Year 9), Isabella (Year 8) and Kilian (Year 7)! Thank you WLFS Foundation for funding our prizes!
December 12, 2025 at 12:04 PM
WLFS took on the annual #GCHQChristmasChallenge. Our 2025 GCHQ code-breaking champions are: Alice, Salma (Year 13), Rosie, Sophia, Kaitlynn (Year 12), Alexa (Year 10), Tahlia (Year 9), Isabella (Year 8) and Kilian (Year 7)! Thank you WLFS Foundation for funding our prizes!
Christmas has come to FH! Nyla (Y12) got busy decorating the beautiful tree in FH reception last Friday, which was generously donated by the PTA (and kindly collected by Rafe and Charlie, Y13). The result, with the four core Franklin team at the top, is a work of art.
December 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Christmas has come to FH! Nyla (Y12) got busy decorating the beautiful tree in FH reception last Friday, which was generously donated by the PTA (and kindly collected by Rafe and Charlie, Y13). The result, with the four core Franklin team at the top, is a work of art.
Year 12 students represented WLFS at a House of Lords event with the Constitutional Society. The panel discussed lessons from the Constitutional Reform Act 2005. Matthew (Y12) asked about devolution, whilst being broadcast live on the Learn with the Lords media page
December 6, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Year 12 students represented WLFS at a House of Lords event with the Constitutional Society. The panel discussed lessons from the Constitutional Reform Act 2005. Matthew (Y12) asked about devolution, whilst being broadcast live on the Learn with the Lords media page
Yr 12 & 13 girls (w/ Y11 support) faced Godolphin and Latymer's 1st XI football team. After a tight first half, captain Hannah scored with 5 mins left, followed by Avive (Yr 11), sealing a 2-0 win! Huge credit to first-time players & Hannah for stellar leadership. POM: Avive W.
December 5, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Yr 12 & 13 girls (w/ Y11 support) faced Godolphin and Latymer's 1st XI football team. After a tight first half, captain Hannah scored with 5 mins left, followed by Avive (Yr 11), sealing a 2-0 win! Huge credit to first-time players & Hannah for stellar leadership. POM: Avive W.
This week we welcomed Suzy Klein, former BBC Proms presenter and now Head of Arts & Classical Music at the BBC. In a Q&A with Miss Speller, she shared insights on classical music, AI in music, and the power of hard work. Huge thanks to Suzy for taking the time to visit!
December 4, 2025 at 1:04 PM
This week we welcomed Suzy Klein, former BBC Proms presenter and now Head of Arts & Classical Music at the BBC. In a Q&A with Miss Speller, she shared insights on classical music, AI in music, and the power of hard work. Huge thanks to Suzy for taking the time to visit!
Year 12 artists enjoyed an inspiring talk by Naila Hazell on painting techniques, sketchbook practice, and life as a professional artist. Based in Hammersmith, she’s exhibited globally, won major art prizes, and creates vibrant works celebrating human relationships.
November 27, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Year 12 artists enjoyed an inspiring talk by Naila Hazell on painting techniques, sketchbook practice, and life as a professional artist. Based in Hammersmith, she’s exhibited globally, won major art prizes, and creates vibrant works celebrating human relationships.
This week’s speaker, Luke Shaw—ex-British Army Major and Bristol French graduate—shared how language skills and seizing opportunities shaped his career. After leaving the Army, he’s spent 15 months volunteering worldwide. Students asked brilliant questions!
November 26, 2025 at 3:15 PM
This week’s speaker, Luke Shaw—ex-British Army Major and Bristol French graduate—shared how language skills and seizing opportunities shaped his career. After leaving the Army, he’s spent 15 months volunteering worldwide. Students asked brilliant questions!
Don't forget to vote for Ava Usher and Olivia Swinnerton to win the Sovereign Art Prize: https://www.sovereignartfoundation.com/sp-london/. This is a highly prestigious prize to be in and is hosted by Phillip's Auction House in Mayfair!
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Don't forget to vote for Ava Usher and Olivia Swinnerton to win the Sovereign Art Prize: https://www.sovereignartfoundation.com/sp-london/. This is a highly prestigious prize to be in and is hosted by Phillip's Auction House in Mayfair!
Liv Weatherston from the Ministry of Defence spoke to Year 12 about his unique path to becoming a China strategist, sharing career tips and insights into his work with UK–China relations. Thank you to Liv for an inspiring session and to the students for their great questions!
November 21, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Liv Weatherston from the Ministry of Defence spoke to Year 12 about his unique path to becoming a China strategist, sharing career tips and insights into his work with UK–China relations. Thank you to Liv for an inspiring session and to the students for their great questions!
We had a record 150+ entries for the Senior Maths Challenge. Huge congratulations to all who earned gold awards and advanced to the next round on Nov 19. Fantastic effort from everyone in this challenging and rewarding competition!
November 14, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We had a record 150+ entries for the Senior Maths Challenge. Huge congratulations to all who earned gold awards and advanced to the next round on Nov 19. Fantastic effort from everyone in this challenging and rewarding competition!
We were thrilled to welcome Naima Smeulders back to WLFS! A Consultant Paediatric Urology Surgeon at GOSH, she shared her journey into medicine, life as a surgeon, hospital roles, and her research. The queue of students after her talk said it all—thank you, Naima!
November 12, 2025 at 3:04 PM
We were thrilled to welcome Naima Smeulders back to WLFS! A Consultant Paediatric Urology Surgeon at GOSH, she shared her journey into medicine, life as a surgeon, hospital roles, and her research. The queue of students after her talk said it all—thank you, Naima!
Rachel Duncan, Emmy-winning designer at Stufish, shared her journey from MechEng at Bristol to designing for Beyoncé, Stormzy & more. Her inspiring talk sparked great questions & still shapes student personal statements. #WomenInSTEM
November 5, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Rachel Duncan, Emmy-winning designer at Stufish, shared her journey from MechEng at Bristol to designing for Beyoncé, Stormzy & more. Her inspiring talk sparked great questions & still shapes student personal statements. #WomenInSTEM
Over 1,000 visitors attended our two Sixth Form Open Evenings this week! A huge thank you to our amazing students for representing us so brilliantly - especially Ted, Leila & Afra for their fantastic talks.
October 24, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Over 1,000 visitors attended our two Sixth Form Open Evenings this week! A huge thank you to our amazing students for representing us so brilliantly - especially Ted, Leila & Afra for their fantastic talks.
Year 13 Spanish students went to see the ballet rendition of Como agua para chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate) at the Royal Opera House. They had the opportunity to go backstage, where they saw costumes, stage, and the areas where the performers prepare for their shows!
October 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Year 13 Spanish students went to see the ballet rendition of Como agua para chocolate (Like Water for Chocolate) at the Royal Opera House. They had the opportunity to go backstage, where they saw costumes, stage, and the areas where the performers prepare for their shows!
Y13 Economists took a trip Craven Cottage to explore the business model of Fulham Football Club. They learned why The English Premier League is the most valuable in Europe; how single ownership affects Fulham FC’s operation, and much more. ⚽
October 15, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Y13 Economists took a trip Craven Cottage to explore the business model of Fulham Football Club. They learned why The English Premier League is the most valuable in Europe; how single ownership affects Fulham FC’s operation, and much more. ⚽
Our Public Speaking Competition winners at South Hampstead High School's Autumn Competition. Despite some excellent speeches, our students didn’t quite make it to the final round – but they conducted themselves with grace and good-will, and really impressed the judges! Bravo!
October 14, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Our Public Speaking Competition winners at South Hampstead High School's Autumn Competition. Despite some excellent speeches, our students didn’t quite make it to the final round – but they conducted themselves with grace and good-will, and really impressed the judges! Bravo!
Years 12/13 English Literature students attended the new play, ‘Born With Teeth’, in London. Students enjoyed the dynamic performances of Nutci Gatwa and Edward Bluemel. Ms Brennan and Miss Lonsdale were impressed by the exemplary behaviour of students during the whole trip!
October 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Years 12/13 English Literature students attended the new play, ‘Born With Teeth’, in London. Students enjoyed the dynamic performances of Nutci Gatwa and Edward Bluemel. Ms Brennan and Miss Lonsdale were impressed by the exemplary behaviour of students during the whole trip!
This week’s guest speaker was Robert Hardman, who talked about his life as a journalist and latterly royal biographer and commentator, interviewing the King, Bill Clinton – and Maya Jama! Students were overheard saying ‘that was so good’ and ‘my favourite talk by far’ afterwards.
October 9, 2025 at 2:04 PM
This week’s guest speaker was Robert Hardman, who talked about his life as a journalist and latterly royal biographer and commentator, interviewing the King, Bill Clinton – and Maya Jama! Students were overheard saying ‘that was so good’ and ‘my favourite talk by far’ afterwards.
Last week, Susanna Fadeyi spoke about her path to becoming a barrister, the value of purpose, and pursuing interests beyond academics. A former pro athlete, she shared how discipline shaped her career. Students asked great questions, from legal roles to her 100m sprint time!
October 1, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Last week, Susanna Fadeyi spoke about her path to becoming a barrister, the value of purpose, and pursuing interests beyond academics. A former pro athlete, she shared how discipline shaped her career. Students asked great questions, from legal roles to her 100m sprint time!
The record-breaking Year 12 Further Maths (26 in total!) hard at work.
September 25, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The record-breaking Year 12 Further Maths (26 in total!) hard at work.
On school photo day this week, the Sixth Form were first onto the stands and the team took the opportunity to have an impromptu photo shoot! 🫶📸
September 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
On school photo day this week, the Sixth Form were first onto the stands and the team took the opportunity to have an impromptu photo shoot! 🫶📸
The record-breaking Year 12 Further Maths (26 in total!) hard at work.
September 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The record-breaking Year 12 Further Maths (26 in total!) hard at work.