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WELCOME TO CANONBURY SENIOR SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM
At NBH Canonbury Senior School and Sixth Form, we create a dynamic learning environment in which all children aged 11-18, regardless of where their strengths may lie, can discover their individual path to academic success.
Our students achieve outcomes way beyond starting point expectations, thriving on our personalised approach to teaching and learning within a small, close-knit school environment. Surrounded by and built on centuries-old heritage in leafy Canonbury Square, Islington, our school provides the ultimate backdrop against which young people find their True North, rigorously prepared to pursue their talents at university and in the world of work.
A TRULY UNIQUE EDUCATION
Our academic offering is designed to help every student find their own individual passion - their area of excellence - and what success looks like for them. We place each child's needs and interests at the heart of school life; our teachers are committed to understanding the individual and how they learn most effectively. Which is why our staff are actively involved in research projects with UCL and constantly probe their own practices to ensure we are following evidence-based approaches, working together with our students to achieve more than they believed possible.
UNPARALLELED CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
A huge part of an NBH Canonbury education is each child’s personal development; we aim to equip young people with the confidence, humility and resilience to thrive in everything they do. From our incredible arts department and very own outdoor activity centre, to our embedded enrichment and wellbeing programmes, we nurture strong relationships within an inclusive community at the same time as exposing students to a world of opportunity, preparing them for a globally competitive workplace.
WE WOULD LOVE TO SHOW YOU AROUND
Join us at an Open Day to see the school in action, hear from the Head, and meet our brilliant staff and pupils. Private tours are available if you cannot make the next Open Day, or if you are looking for a mid-year or immediate vacancy. We are here to personalise your tour experience.
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Looking back on Sports Day 2025! As always, the competition was close, and the effort across every House was unmatched.
Every activity tested something different, and our students rose to the challenge. The tug of war brought the tension, the relays were fast-paced, and the support for each House never let up.
Plenty of standout moments and loads of determination, that’s what it’s all about. A massive congratulations to students in Bacon for winning the sports day trophy! 🏆👏
#nbhcanonbury #SportsDay2025 #HouseCompetition #LeeValley #PupilPride #GameOn #wearecognita
Looking back on Prom night! A moment to pause and celebrate everything our students have achieved during their time at NBH Canonbury. Everyone looked fantastic, and it really was a night to remember.
As the Class of 2025 prepares to receive their results, we’re so proud of all they’ve achieved so far, and all that’s still to come! 🎓🌟
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Sharing more highlights from our Artist in Residence workshop with Sculptor, Reuben Stroud. 🗿👏
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Clay, creativity, and a whole lot of concentration! Our students recently got stuck into a sculpting session with Artist in Residence Reuben Stroud, a stone mason by trade who brought real-world expertise (and plenty of encouragement) to the table.
Our talented students rolled up their sleeves and got to work. The result? A session that celebrated hands-on learning and artistic expression! 🗿🎨
#nbhcanonbury #ArtInEducation #StudentCreativity #HandsOnLearning #ArtistInResidence #SculptureSession #CreativeMinds #wearecognita
A little sunshine and a lot of creativity in the courtyard as our Year 7 Mandarin students stepped outside for a creative lesson in traditional ink blowing, using the technique to paint plum blossoms and practise writing the character 梅 (plum) in Chinese calligraphy.
Not only was it a chance to explore an ancient art form, but also to deepen their understanding of Chinese language and culture - with a few well-earned chopsticks awarded for standout work 🥢✨
#nbhcanonbury #mandarinchinese #outdoorlearning #summeractivities #wearecognita
A bowl full of kindness!
We’ve been busy raising funds for our school charity, Friends of the Rose Bowl, and we’re so pleased to share the grand total for 2025–26… £2,041! 🎉
The Rose Bowl Youth Centre, supported by the Friends of the Rose Bowl charity, runs programmes that give young people in Islington a safe space to grow, learn and express themselves - through sport, music, art, and more. It’s all about building confidence, skills, and community.
This brilliant amount comes from a mix of school-led activities and parent events, all in support of a cause close to our community.
A huge thank you to Sylvana, Chair of the Friends of the Rose Bowl, for all her support, and to Amanda Lang, Chair of the Friends of NBH Canonbury parent group, for being such a driving force throughout. And of course - thank you to every single person who donated, showed up, or helped make it all happen. Your generosity really does make a difference. ☺️
#nbhcanonbury #schoolcharity #fundraisingsuccess #youthsupport #therosebowl #givingback #wearecognita
The summer term really is the season of events in the sunshine, and our annual Summer Fête once again brought the school community together for an afternoon of snacks, games, music, and stalls.
A big thank you to everyone who helped make it a success! ☀️👏
#nbhcanonbury #summerfete #schoolfete #schoolcommunity #northlondonschool #wearecognita
Our Latin students had an incredible time stepping into Ancient Rome with a series of hands-on workshops by Mrs Charlotte Andrew from @maximum_classics. They crafted millefiori pots, created their own curse tablets, explored ancient beliefs, and even prepared and tasted Roman dishes - fermented fish sauce and all!
It was a brilliant reminder that learning goes far beyond textbooks. Experiences like this bring history to life and deepen our understanding of the world - a testament to the power of education. 🇮🇹⚱️🍇
#LatinWorkshops #ClassicsComeAlive #RomanLife #MaximumClassics #HandsOnHistory #PowerOfEducation #nbhcanonbury
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Please do get in touch to find out more about our school and life at NBH Canonbury. Our enquiry form takes just a couple of minutes to complete and a member of the Admissions Team will get back to you within 48 hours of receiving your submission.