The Haberdashers’ response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review highlights a clear need for reform to better align education with the evolving demands of the workforce. None of our members believe that hard skills should outweigh soft skills; 62% of respondents emphasise the importance of both, while 38% stress that soft skills—such as communication,... Read More
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Haberdashers call for curriculum reform to better equip pupils for modern life and work, prioritising soft skills, diversity, and a values-driven approach.
A report of a research study conducted by Leeds Beckett University and the Worshipful Company of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, the City of London Livery Company for Governance Professionals.
The report
"The Importance of Values for Good Governance" "The Importance of Values for Good Governance" examines how organisational values impact governance practices across various sectors, including education, finance, and public services. It stresses that good governance is not merely about adhering to compliance codes but about deeply embedding... Read More Haberdashers' Monmouth School celebrated a major milestone today as His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh officially opened the school as a fully co-educational institution. The visit highlighted the school’s commitment to cutting-edge education, supported by world-class facilities and the longstanding connection to the Worshipful Company of Haberdashers.
Warm Welcome and Guard of Honour for HRH
Upon arrival at the... Read More
Haberdashers’ Monmouth School proudly hosted their inaugural Local to Global sustainability conference, marking a significant milestone in our school's commitment to environmental stewardship and community leadership.
This event celebrated the school’s dedication to fostering sustainable practices and brought together other schools from across Monmouthshire and further afield, making it the biggest Climate FRESK event ever held in Wales, with over 250 students participating over the two days.
... Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that Emily Gyimah, Executive Principal at Haberdashers’ Hatcham Primary, has been honoured with the Silver Award for Head Teacher of the Year in a Primary School at the National Pearson Teaching Awards. This prestigious accolade recognises Emily's outstanding leadership and dedication to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for our pupils.
Emily's journey to this award is a testament to her unwavering commitment to educational excellence and her deep-rooted passion for supporting every child in achieving their full potential. Her leadership... Read More
“Today we had an amazing day at HABS hall and learning about the history of our school. We all worked together in various activities and learnt one very important value: trust. A phrase that was said quite a few times was ‘Once a Haberdasher, always a Haberdasher’ This meant that we were all part of the Habs community and make up a brilliant society. We saw our different benefactors, the one that founded our school being Robert Aske.
We walked across the street to St. Bartholomew’s Church, and learnt about how it was back in medieval times and even did a drama... Read More
Different Styles of Leadership: Student Leadership Conference
On 29 and 30 April Year 12 student leaders from across the Haberdashers’ family of schools were invited to visit Haberdashers’ Hall, to network with members and receive leadership training from a variety of experts. Part of the Character strand of the Haberdashers’ Advantage programme, the aim was for students to walk away with increased confidence and a vision for their year as a student leader. We also sought to provide opportunities for student leaders to meet each other, and build a community of support... Read More
On 29 February school leaders came together at Haberdashers’ Hall from across the family of schools. The event was part of Haberdashers’ Working Together programme which brings together school leaders and governors to share ideas and best practice, working together towards the Haberdashers’ wider aspiration to empower young people from every background to fulfil their potential.
Throughout the day delegates collaborated to consider how partnership working with the company, its charities and other organisations can benefit their schools, staff and students – as well as... Read More
Congratulations to Emmanuel O, for taking home first prize and the prestigious Glover Cup at the Habs Musician on of the Year 2024.
The Head Boy at Haberdashers Crayford Academy wowed judges with his performance of a multi-media instrumental piece, featuring keyboard, beatbox, bass guitar, voice and loop pedal combined.
The Musician of the Year Award celebrates the musical accomplishments of Habs students and helps to deepen connections between our family of diverse Habs schools across the UK. The event brings together performers and their families, teachers... Read More
Huge congratulations for our entrepreneurial sixth formers from Haberdashers’ Crayford Academy who did themselves proud at last night’s Livery Academy Awards Final at Mansion House in the City of London.
Their pitch for an interconnected watch and app that could help individuals take their nutritional health into their own hands and form better lifestyle habits was innovative and socially conscious.
The team rose to the challenge of creating a 'technology-supported solution aimed at ensuring a sustainable future' and came up with the idea for a tech-... Read More