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Alumnus Spotlight – Harrison Smith SACFC
Harrison Smith left Verulam in 2021 and now plays for St Albans City Football Club.
Please tell us a little about yourself – where do you work and how did you get into this role?
My name is Harrison Smith and I am a former Verulam pupil. I spent 5 years at Verulam from year 7 to 11 until I went into full time football. I currently play for St Albans City where I train three times a week and run my own business called ‘Bootproof’, selling smell proof boot bags for your smelly boots!
What are some of your proudest achievements since leaving Verulam School?
Some of my proudest achievements since leaving Verulam school are recovering from two ACL reconstructions then signing my professional contract and making my EFL league one debut for Stevenage FC.
What advice would you give someone looking to follow a similar career path?
The advice I would give to someone following my path is, there is no secret to success, you have to be willing to put unconditional hours into your craft to become the best, and to always have that edge to believe in yourself when others won’t.
How have your experiences at Verulam School contributed to your life and successes since leaving school?
My experiences at Verulam winning County Cups, District Cups, Athletics Trophies and getting to the National Schools’ Elite Final all helped to fuel my passion to go and win more!
What House were you in at Verulam School and can you describe one of your fondest memories?
My form was York, and my fondest memory at Verulam was winning every district and county cup from year 7 to 11 (apart from the Covid year) and getting to the national schools final to play at West Brom’s stadium in front of everyone!
School Closure Procedure
With inclement weather approaching, we want you to be aware of what would happen should the school need to close for any reason.
You will receive formal communication on the day of closure via ParentMail, the school website will also be updated that morning.
If you do not receive formal communication from one of these mechanisms, please send your son/daughter to school as normal.
Year 11 Revision
The Year 11 revision website informs parents/guardians and students of the important information needed to maximise academic potential.
The website has the key dates that you should be aware of as well as useful links for effective revision and support for parent/ guardians.
The subject pages each have a revision calendar, telling you what your son should studying and when, as well as subject specific links to aid their learning.
https://sites.google.com/verulam.aetrust.uk/year11revision/home
GCSE Results Day – 22nd August 2024
On Results Day, Verulam School will be open from 9.00am.
Results can be collected in person or by a nominated person in the main Hall. Results will be published on MCAS around lunchtime. If you wish results to be collected by someone who is not the student, then the student (not the parent) needs to send an email to admin@verulam.aetrust.uk by the end of term (19th July), confirming who that person will be. That nominated person needs to bring in photo ID on the day. Without this email and ID, results will not be handed to anyone but the student. Results will not be shared via email or telephone.
For internal year 11 students who have applied to Verulam Sixth Form, please be advised that
a) should the student not meet the entry criteria to study his chosen subjects in Sixth Form, there will be a sticker on the envelope to go and see a member of Sixth form staff on results day to see what the options are
b) a confirmation of place letter will be in the envelope which needs to be returned to Sixth Form by Friday 23rd August lunchtime.
External year 11 students who have applied to Verulam Sixth Form, need to come to the Sixth Form office on results day with their GCSE results and to collect their course confirmation sheet which students will need to sign and return to us by lunchtime 23rd August in order to secure their place.
Should your results not be in line with entry requirements for the courses you have chosen, a member of staff will be available in the 6th form block to give you support and guidance.
First day of school will be 3rd September – exact timings will be published on our website.
If you have any queries re Sixth Form, please email sixthform@verulam.aetrust.uk.
A Level Results Day – 15th August 2024
On Results Day, Verulam School will be open from 9.00am.
Results can be collected in person or by a nominated person in the main Hall. Results will be published on MCAS around lunchtime. If you wish results to be collected by someone who is not the student, then the student (not the parent) needs to send an email to admin@verulam.aetrust.uk by the end of term (19th July), confirming who that person will be. That nominated person needs to bring in photo ID on the day. Without this email and ID, results will not be handed to anyone but the student. Results will not be shared via email or telephone.
Members of Sixth Form staff will be available on the day to assist you with any queries post 18. If you have any queries re Sixth Form, please email admin@verulam.aetrust.uk.
Post-result service enquiries information will be sent via Parentmail.
New headteacher appointed at Verulam School
Mr Fergal Moane has been appointed as new headteacher at Verulam School, St Albans, beginning his tenure at Easter 2024.
The Governing Body at Verulam school were delighted to appoint Mr Moane after a rigorous recruitment process. Mr Moane has most recently been Headteacher at Hitchin Boys’ School and previously served as Deputy Headteacher at Sandringham School, helping both to sustain their ‘outstanding’ Ofsted ratings during recent inspections.
Mr Moane was educated in Northern Ireland at an all-boys grammar school, going on to study Computer Science at Queen’s University, Belfast. After a career in investment banking, Mr Moane trained to teach locally via the Alban Federation and completed a Masters in Education at the University of Hertfordshire.
Mr Moane said “Having lived in St. Albans for almost 25 years, I know how important a vibrant Verulam School is to our local community. I am honoured to be appointed and intend to value the school’s rich history and also embrace the values of excellence, character and respect. I believe we can balance academic achievement alongside a commitment to developing well-rounded citizens and offering incredible opportunities in sport, the Arts, STEM and outdoor education. I have a deep understanding of boys’ education and I look forward to leading the school in our mission to develop the full potential of the students in our care.”
Verulam School is a member of the Alban Academies Trust. CEO of the Trust and Headteacher of Sandringham School, Alan Gray, said “We warmly welcome Mr Moane back to the Trust. His track record of leading an outstanding school, high academic standards, and ability to create a powerful learning community will ensure we continue to build on the progress that Verulam has made in the last few years on pupil outcomes, wider curricular opportunities, and the development of an inclusive culture. Through collaboration with other schools in the Trust and through the BeauSandVer consortium, we look forward to seeing Verulam develop independent, successful young men with character and confidence, and become a truly great school in every respect.”
Annual FEED Collection – 18th to 29th September 2023
Every year the parents and staff of Verulam School show their community spirit and generosity by donating non-perishable goods to the Vineyard Care Centre who provide assistance to those who need it. This year our generosity is needed more than ever. With the growing cost of living crisis more and more families are struggling. Anything we can do to support those who are finding the cost of living challenging would be much appreciated.
If you are able to donate, please see the list of accepted items below and ask your son/daughter to bring them to their form room where items are counted. I fully understand that there will be students and families who are not in a position to donate – there will be no pressure on students to donate.
Donations should be brought to registration between Monday 18th September and Friday 29th September 2023.
August 2023 Alumnus of the Month Alan Williamson
Alumnus of the Month: August 2023
Alan Williamson is our Verulam School Alumnus of the Month. Alan left Verulam School in 2001 and is now an Officer in the British Army.
Please tell us a little about yourself – where do you work and how did you get into this role?
I was at Verulam between 1994 and 2001. When I left I spent a year as a Gap Year Officer in the Army before reading Business Studies at Brighton University on an Army Bursary.
In 2005 I went to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, commissioning as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in 2007. I have been privileged to command soldiers on Operations in Afghanistan, Kosovo and the Balkans. The army has given me the opportunity to travel the world; from diving in the Caribbean to conducting military exercises in Malawi. I am about to deploy for the second time to Estonia as part of NATOs forward land force to deter Russian aggression in the Baltic states. I now hold the rank of Major and I am employed as the Second in Command of the First Fusiliers Battlegroup.
What are some of your proudest achievements since leaving Verulam School?
My proudest achievements have been commissioning from the Royal Military Academy. Receiving my first medal on return from Afghanistan and being awarded a commendation in the New Year’s Honours list for my efforts as part of the military response to the COVID pandemic.
Outside of work having a family has definitely been my proudest achievement.
What advice would you give someone looking to follow a similar career path?
Speak to an army careers advisor and get on a ‘look at life day.’ Visit as many units as you can to see where feels the most like home to you. Build your teamwork and leadership skills through sports and clubs at school; it all helps build your confidence.
How have your experiences at Verulam School contributed to your life and successes since leaving school?
Being part of the school rugby team helped me develop my teamwork skills. The great diversity within the school has really helped me find common ground and to empathise with my soldiers compared some of my peers from less diverse schools. The army understands that diversity within a team is an advantage, seeing this from a young age at Verulam helped me to recognise this early.
What House were you in at Verulam School and can you describe one of your fondest memories?
I was in Brampton house.
I have great memories of playing in the school rugby team, playing football at break in the back field and just hangout in the 6th form common room. But I think my fondest memory is the 6th form Business studies trip to Barcelona. What a great experience seeing the city, visiting the Nou Camp and having some great nights out with friends in Barcelona.
What’s next?
On returning from Estonia I will hopefully be promoted to Lieutenant Colonel and if I’m lucky, command a unit.
We love hearing what our alumni have been doing since leaving Verulam School. Each month, we are inviting a member of our alumni community to share their story of life after Verulam. If you’re an alumnus who would like to take part, or you’d like to volunteer an alumnus that you know, then please drop us an email.
2023 Exam Results Days
2023 Exams Results
17th August – A Level Results Day
24th August – GCSE Results Day
Results can be collected at 9am on results day from the Main Hall.