Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School pupils during a church service

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Page Downloads Date  
Annual Review Briefing Paper 30.01.19 02nd Dec 2024 Download
Diocesan Model Protocol Document 05.02.19 02nd Dec 2024 Download
Safeguarding Statement 2022 02nd Dec 2024 Download
Scheme of Delegation 2022 02nd Dec 2024 Download

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We’re thrilled to announce Blood Brothers (play version) is coming to NBS! A powerful, unforgettable story brought to life by our talented students. 🎟️ Tickets: £8 📲 Now on sale via ParentMail Don’t miss it!     — Nicholas Breakspear () Jan 9, 2026

January 9

 

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Good morning! The snow left us alone so of course NBS is open as normal today. Thank you ☺️— Nicholas Breakspear () Jan 9, 2026

January 9

 

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Good evening everyone! There is a possibility of snow tonight so please look at the website for information if it does arrive.— Nicholas Breakspear () Jan 8, 2026

January 8

 

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Our next community event explores AI, where we will hear from Zac Johnson (Truthly) and Dr Tomislav Karačić (LSE) on what AI really is - and what it means for human dignity and the common good. Book your free ticket here:  NBS-science-faith-symposiums…   — Nicholas Breakspear () Jan 7, 2026

January 7

 

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Please join us on Thursday 22nd January 2026 for our Sixth Form Open Evening - book your place now:  nbs.herts.sch.uk/774/sixth-f…— Nicholas Breakspear () Jan 6, 2026

January 6

 

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Last week the NBS Robotics team took part in the  scrimmage at Comberton Village College - a non-competitive event where the team learned from the wider community, tested ideas, and gathered feedback to improve their robot. — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 19, 2025

December 19

 

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From everyone at NBS, we wish you a joyful, peaceful, and festive Christmas! We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Wednesday, 7th January 2026.— Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 18, 2025

December 18

 

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Yesterday we celebrated the achievements of former Yr11 & Yr13 students at our Presentation Evening. It was fantastic to welcome back students, and to hear an inspiring talk from our guest of honour, NBS alumnus Dr Ben Krishna on his journey into scientific research  — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 18, 2025

December 18

 

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🌟🧪 Does anyone recognise the Star Molecule at the top of our Chemis-Tree...?             — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 17, 2025

December 17

 

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We invite our community to join us for the second NBS Science & Faith Symposium ✨ 📅 Monday 26th January 2026 ⏰ 5pm 🎯 Theme: Artificial Intelligence – Tool or Weapon? Free tickets – book now:  tinyurl.com/4cek4dbc We’d love to see you there!    — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 16, 2025

December 16

 

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A wonderful reflective student-led Advent service tonight, focusing on the theme of Resilience. Our students delivered a powerful message through drama performances, carols and prayers    — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 15, 2025

December 15

 

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Following on from the success of our first Science & Faith Symposium, we’re excited to announce that tickets are now open for our second event: Artificial Intelligence – Tool or Weapon? Grab your tickets now and be part of our growing Community Evenings- https://t.co/A6dZKKXDJ6 pic.twitter.com/Sz2R4f88If— Nicholas Breakspear () December 15, 2025

December 15

 

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We’re getting the minibus loaded and ready to deliver our haul to Borehamwood Foodbank. A huge thank you to all the students and staff who donated and helped to make this such a success 🙌 Thanks to your generosity, we collected an incredible 2638 items! 👏    — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 15, 2025

December 15

 

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🎄 Well done to Carmella, Leo & Jack - the winners of our Yr 7 Christmas Card Competition! Mrs Green was delighted to present each of them with their framed artwork and a special Christmas gift 🌟         — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 12, 2025

December 12

 

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Don't forget! The deadline for the  NBS Book Club has been extended to this Friday 12th December. Order your books in time for Christmas and help to earn free books for our school!  clubs.scholastic.co.uk/C-6VN…       — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 10, 2025

December 10

 

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A wonderful Senior Citizens’ Christmas Tea Party today, hosted by our amazing 6th formers! ✨ We welcomed over 200 attendees, who enjoyed an afternoon of festive performances. We even had a special visit from Santa and his elves, who delivered some delightful gifts!  — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 5, 2025

December 5

 

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We’re looking forward to welcoming our guests for our senior citizens Christmas party today - our 6th formers are busy preparing     — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 5, 2025

December 5

 

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Join us for our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 22nd January 2026, from 6pm–8pm. ✨ Discover our courses ✨ Meet our dedicated staff ✨ Explore life in the NBS Sixth Form 👉 Please register your attendance here:https://t.co/NJwhXBJ0t9#NBSsixthform pic.twitter.com/lDoS2lMb2J— Nicholas Breakspear () December 3, 2025

December 3

 

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Today marked the beginning of our Festive Fortnight with the Year 9 Christmas Celebration! Students enjoyed a Christmas quiz with lots of singing and dancing - a wonderful start to the festive season 🎄🎅🏼✨☃️    Video   — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 2, 2025

December 2

 

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Join us on 🎄Monday 15th December 📷 for an evening of festive carols, drama and prayer. Tickets are free but must be booked in advance. Please email admin.herts.sch.uk - we look forward to seeing you there!     — Nicholas Breakspear () Dec 2, 2025

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