Years 12 & 13 Perform Bacterial Transformation!

22nd October 2025Mrs S Field

Year 12 and 13 A Level Biology and BTEC Applied Science students took part in a unique opportunity to carry out research-level experiments.

Thanks to AMGEN and the University of Hertfordshire, they performed bacterial transformation using a red fluorescent protein gene from sea anemones. Over two weeks, they cut the gene, created recombinant plasmids, and inserted the gene into E. coli bacteria. The bacteria that absorbed the gene turned red and glowed under UV light (see ‘labelled result’ in folder).

Students also used gel electrophoresis (see ‘gel electrophoresis result’) and even got to see and use a PCR machine—which costs at least £15,000!

They learned valuable lab skills including micro pipetting, aseptic technique, DNA manipulation, bacterial transformation, gel electrophoresis, and PCR. These are key skills for any future in STEM.

It was challenging, but they did exceptionally well learning and applying so many new techniques.

 

 

Another Musical Alumni Visit!! Jack Allen

20th October 2025Mrs S Field

We were delighted that ex-student, Jack Allen, popped into the music block last week.

Jack, who is now a successful music producer for Spotify, did A-level Music Technology with Mr Escott in 2018 and wanted to give a little back.

Jack has generously donated a new bass guitar, electric and acoustic guitars as well as some leads and some software for the computers in the tech suite. Thank you SO much!

He remembers his time at Grammar very fondly and wishes the department and school well for the future. It makes us so proud to see our wonderful ex-students successfully navigating the world today – this is why we do the job we do!

Open-Evening: Monday 6 October from 5.30pm

5th October 2025Mrs S Field

Parents of Years 5 and 6 ………

Join us on Monday evening at Enfield Grammar School for our Prospective Parents Open Evening where you will have the opportunity to explore our school, meet our staff, and discover what it is like to be a student at our school.

Guided tours will be taking place throughout the evening on both sites. Small group tours will be accompanied by students who will be happy to answer your questions and tell you about their journey at Enfield Grammar School.

Refreshments will be available from FEGS.

The Headteacher’s speeches will take place at the Upper School Site at:

  • 6.15pm
  • 7.30pm

Lower School Site – Parsonage Lane, EN1 3EX

Upper School Site – Market Place, Enfield, EN2 6LN

We believe that having passion creates a rounded character. In learning, sports, music, the arts and beyond, we encourage our students to pursue their interests with enthusiasm and a genuine love for what they do.
We also believe that boys who compete become men who have a strong sense of ambition. Our sporting success and range of sporting facilities are second to none across North London. EGS Alumni regularly represent local, national, and international teams in a variety of sports including Rugby, Cricket, Football and Athletics. We believe that academic excellence and sporting success can go hand in hand and we work hard to develop personalised learning pathways so that our elite sportsmen can be successful both on and off the field.
If you have a musical or sporting Year 6 son, you can apply for a Music or Sports Scholarship place to secure a September 2026 start. Details for these supplementary applications can be found on our Admissions & Scholarships website page: https://www.enfieldgrammar.org/…/admissions-scholarships/

Black History Month ‘Cultural Celebration Event’

30th September 2025Mrs S Field

We are delighted to inform you that Enfield Grammar School will be hosting a Black History Month Cultural Event on Friday 17 October 2025 from 5pm – 9pm in the Main Hall at Upper School.

This will be a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the rich culture, history, and contributions of African and Caribbean heritage.

The evening will feature live music from our talented student bands (Steel Pan band, Cinematic Ensemble and Groove Band), artistic stalls, a fully licensed bar run by our Friends of Enfield Grammar and delicious food on sale.

Tickets will be available on ParentPay from today, priced at £6 per adult and £3 per child, which includes your first Rum Punch (over 18’s only) or soft drink.

To make the occasion even more special, we warmly invite parents and carers to take part by running stalls. If you create or sell Afro-Caribbean crafts, clothing, or cultural items, this is a fantastic opportunity to share your work with our school community.

In addition, we will be holding a raffle on the night to raise funds in support of our newly established enrichment programme and our music department. We kindly ask for donations of raffle prizes—these could include gift vouchers, hampers, books, or other suitable items. Any contribution, large or small, would be greatly appreciated.

If you are interested in running a stall or donating a raffle prize, please email [email protected] for the attention of Mrs Roberts and Mrs Green.

We very much look forward to celebrating Black History Month together and hope you will join us in making this event a vibrant and memorable occasion for our students, families, and wider community.

An Alumni Visit accompanied by ITV News…..Tristian Morrison

15th September 2025Mrs S Field

OPEN DOOR CLOSED DOOR

BE THE REASON DOORS OPEN…

We were delighted to have Tristian Morrison, alumni, visit our school today to deliver an assembly to our year 10 and 11 cohorts.

Tristian turned his life around from being arrested at the age of 14, to joining the police (earning accolades along the way), to now dedicating his time to empowering young people to make positive choices.

You can see this featured on ITV news tonight from 6pm. Update: https://www.instagram.com/reel/ITV

You can follow him on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @tristianodcd

www.tristianodcd.com

 

Parent Information Evenings Last Week

15th September 2025Mrs S Field
Thank you to the 350 parents and carers who joined us across two evenings for our Parent Information events—almost half of our parent/carer community.
Families heard about our ethos, the EGS Teaching Blueprint and how our new routines and PRIDE values guide every aspect of school life.
If you were unable to attend, please see the links below for a copy of the presentation and we’d love your thoughts via our feedback form here.

Together we ensure every student thrives and achieves “As Much As I Can.”

Friday Enrichment Sessions About to Launch!!

4th September 2025Mrs S Field

Students will soon be receiving an invitation email to sign up for one of our new sessions taking place every Friday afternoon. Every Y7 to 10 student must choose ONE session to attend, which we think will be a very enjoyable and uplifting way to end the week!

Here is what is on offer:

Parent Information Evenings

2nd September 2025Mrs S Field
Parent Information Evenings for parents of current students will take place in the Main Hall at Upper School:

Tuesday 9th September 

  • Year 7 – 6- 6.45pm
  • Year 8 – 7- 7.45pm

Wednesday 10th September 

  • Years 9 & 10 – 6-6.45pm
  • Year 11 – 7-7.45pm

These sessions will include an overview of the academic year including key dates and an introduction to our new routines. There will also be an opportunity to meet your son’s tutor and the wider pastoral team.

We look forward to seeing you there.

 

Please see letter for full details:

Key-Dates-and-Information-for-September-2025.pdf