Marking 137 years since the founding of Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School, members of the entire school community took part in our annual Commemoration Day celebrations on 4th-9th May 2025.  

Commemoration Day Church Service

Following a tradition established over 100 years ago, the Headteacher led a procession of staff and students from Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School to St John The Baptist Church on Barnet High Street.  Several invited dignitaries including Martin Russell, Deputy Lieutenant for Greater London; The Worshipful, The Mayor and Mayoress; Cllr Tony Vourou and Mrs Caroline Vourou; Mrs Gill Williams, Secretary of The Guild; and Mrs Judith Wilson, Chair of The Guild joined the school community for a special Commemoration Day service.

As is customary, the Headteacher read 'The Act of Commemoration' and the school orchestra performed a number of pieces.  In a relatively new tradition, students from our diverse and inclusive community read affirmations from their own faiths.

We are grateful to all who supported the Commemoration Day service and to Father Samuel Rossiter for leading the service at St John The Baptist Church.

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