Rubicon Dance Workshop On Thursday 14th November, Rubicon Dance Company visited Howell’s School Posted 15 November 2019 READ MORE
Career Start Day November 2019 The Careers department was delighted to welcome Karen Kimura from the GDST to deliver Career Start sessions Posted 15 November 2019 READ MORE
Sophie enters the green belt Congratulations to Year 9's Sophie S, who has just been awarded her green belt in Combat Jujitsu Posted 12 November 2019 READ MORE
Coding Club avoid Zombies with micro:bits Year 7 students who have been attending coding club finished off the half term by making an “escape a zombie” game using the micro:bits, extending their coding skills to using sprites, detecting collisions Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Academic Scholars help Prep School girls develop ‘Intellectual Character’ On Wednesday 23rd October, our Year 12 Academic Scholars led their first ‘HotchPotch’ afternoon Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
GCHQ consider the impact of domestication of animals on dogs and humans On Tuesday 22nd October our GCHQ group ‘Girls Contemplating Hard Questions’ Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Howell’s celebrates Mole Day From 6:02am to 6:02pm on October 23rd, scientists around the world celebrate Mole Day Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Rotary Interact Group and End Polio Now Campaign Many thanks to the Year 6 students who accompanied our College Rotary Interact representatives to Cardiff Castle on Thursday morning Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz It's showtime! This week has seen the transformation of the Sports Hall into the magical land of Oz Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Llandaff Cathedral Visit On Wednesday 23rd October, Year 10’s RS GCSE students enjoyed a visit to Llandaff Cathedral, Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Year 1 Visit Llandaff Post Office On Thursday 24th October, Year 1 went on an autumn walk to Llandaff High Street. Posted 25 October 2019 READ MORE
Can you Crack the Code? Congratulations to Cerys J, Year 7, who came in the top ten in a Blue Peter competition to celebrate 100 years of GCHQ Posted 23 October 2019 READ MORE
Super Ambassadors in the Prep On Thursday 17th October, 2 students made the journey to Caerphilly for Super Ambassador Training. Posted 22 October 2019 READ MORE
Cardiff Games Primary Cross Country Competition Congratulations to our Year 5 and 6 student runners on their success at the Cardiff Games Primary Cross Country Competition Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
The Great Howell's Bake Off This week was the Great Howell’s Bake Off, with cakes galore all week raising £527.24 for Lifeboat in a Box. Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
One Giant Leap On Wednesday, 80 girls from Years 5 and 6 (both from Howell’s and from local schools) took “one giant leap” through our Senior School doors to experience a day in Year 7 Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
Ellie's Sailing Free Ellie C, Year 9, has been selected to join the Optimist National Squad. Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
Year 9 visit the Black Country Museum Last Wednesday, 9th October, all of Year 9 enjoyed a great day at the Black Country museum in Dudley. Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
Elan's Adventures with the Air Cadets Elan J, Year 8, has recently become an Air Cadet as part of the 372 (Barry) Squadron, No 1 West Wing. Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
Jasmine Takes to the Floor Last weekend, Jasmine W, Year 10, and her dance partner Maddie were crowned double champions at the Britain’s Best championships, taking both Latin and Ballroom titles for All Girls U16s. Posted 18 October 2019 READ MORE
Under 18 GDST Hockey Champions! The 1st XI Hockey Team added another title to an already impressive resumé on Tuesday 15th October Posted 17 October 2019 READ MORE
Catering Team Achieves Food Hygiene Rating of 5 We would like to say a very big Thank You! to the Catering Team at Howell’s on yet again achieving a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 (Very Good) for their fabulously well-maintained kitchens and dining rooms. Posted 16 October 2019 READ MORE
HeadsUp@Howell’s October 2019 The mental and emotional health and wellbeing of students and staff has been at the heart of our activities in HeadsUp@Howell’s week Posted 11 October 2019 READ MORE
Tea Concert October 2019 On Friday 4th October, our talented GCSE Music students treated an audience of friends, family, governors and staff Posted 11 October 2019 READ MORE
Irish Open Artificial Ski Slope Championships Jess M, Year 7, had a productive two days of racing in the Irish Open Artificial Ski Slope Championships Posted 11 October 2019 READ MORE
Howzat! Cricket Academy On Tuesday 8th October, in partnership with Cardiff and the Vale College and Glamorgan Cricket Club Posted 10 October 2019 READ MORE
Skills Cymru Exhibition 2019 Year 10 spent an exciting interactive morning on Wednesday 9th October at the Skills Cymru exhibition Posted 10 October 2019 READ MORE
50th Anniversary Reunion Lunch It’s hard to believe that 50 years have gone by since we started Upper lll in Howell’s. Posted 07 October 2019 READ MORE
Rotary Interact October 2019 Last week, our College Rotary Interact Club worked very hard on a number of fundraising initiatives Posted 04 October 2019 READ MORE
National Poetry Day 2019 Bathing in poetry...Thursday 3rd October was National Poetry Day Posted 04 October 2019 READ MORE
Year 7 Archaeology experience On Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th September, Year 7 were fortunate enough to be able to experience an archaeological dig during their History lessons. Posted 04 October 2019 READ MORE
Corsets and Cold Baths Year 9 enjoyed an interesting and enjoyable visit to the Roman Baths and the Fashion Museum in Bath on Thursday 3rd October. Posted 04 October 2019 READ MORE
Lucy nominated for WJEC Innovation Award Congratulations to Year 12’s Lucy C, whose GCSE DT project has been nominated by the external verifier for a WJEC Innovation Award 2019 Posted 03 October 2019 READ MORE
Tilly Takes To The Floor Congratulations to Tilly T, Year 10, who danced to victory at the SSD Autumn Dance Posted 03 October 2019 READ MORE
NSEA Dressage Success for Francesca Many congratulations to Francesca H (Year 9) who, along with her new competition horse Posted 27 September 2019 READ MORE
Sport Cardiff GO TRI Aquathlon Congratulations to all the Year 5 and 6 girls who took part in the Sport Cardiff GO TRI Aquathlon competition Posted 27 September 2019 READ MORE
Languages Week 2019 This week we celebrated the European day of Languages with our annual Languages week Posted 27 September 2019 READ MORE
Peer Mediation On Tuesday 17th September, girls in Year 6 were involved in the first of two Peer Mediation training sessions. They talked about conflict and resolution and worked on scenarios that they may face in a playground situation, in order to help themselves... Posted 19 September 2019 READ MORE
Tanzanian Tales Assembly for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 today was led by the Year 13 girls who went to Tanzania Posted 19 September 2019 READ MORE
Hannah's Big Plastic Pledge Olympic gold medal winning sailor and Howell’s alumna, Hannah Mills (Class of 2006), has recently launched The Big Plastic Pledge Posted 19 September 2019 READ MORE
Home Nations Tennis Win for Elizabeth Congratulations to Elizabeth E, Year 7, who spend last week in Wrexham at the Home Nations tennis tournament Posted 17 September 2019 READ MORE
Extra! Extra! Extra Curricular Opportunities For All On Friday 6th September, we were thrilled to hold our third annual clubs fair in the Prep Hall. It was lovely to see so many parents and girls attend and take the opportunity to see the varied range of extra curricular clubs on offer and chat to the ... Posted 12 September 2019 READ MORE
GCHQ – Girls Contemplating Hard Questions New this year, our first GCHQ meeting of Year 8-10 girls interested in exploring challenging ideas took place on Tuesday 10th September considering the question: What’s so bad about being wrong? Posted 12 September 2019 READ MORE
Chemistry Challenges Our Chemistry Challenge club have met twice this term tackling past questions from RSC Chemistry Olympiad and Cambridge Chemistry Challenge papers in preparation for this year’s competitions. Posted 12 September 2019 READ MORE
Year 7 Clubs Fair 2019 The Great Hall was full to bursting at lunchtime on Wednesday 11th September at the Clubs Fair for our new Year 7 students Posted 12 September 2019 READ MORE
South Wales Tennis Champions The Under 15 Tennis Team started the year very strongly, defeating Bishopston Comprehensive School (Swansea) 5-1 and Stanwell Comprehensive School (Vale of Glamorgan) 4-0 on Friday 6th September to become South Wales Champions! Posted 06 September 2019 READ MORE
Jasmine Shines at Welsh & UK Ballroom and Latin Dance Championships Over the summer Jasmine W, Year 10, has competed in both the Welsh and UK Ballroom and Latin Dance Championships. Posted 04 September 2019 READ MORE
Llongyfarchiadau FerchedCongratulations Girls Llongyfarchiadau Ferched/Congratulations Girls! A* and Levels 9-8 = 53% A*-A and Levels 9, 8, 7 = 73% Posted 22 August 2019 READ MORE
Rowing success for Katie and Lottie Congratulations to Katie G, Year 11, and Lottie S, Year 12, who had a hugely successful time competing in the British Rowing Championships Posted 22 August 2019 READ MORE
Under 16 British Girls’ Chess Champion Susanna F, who will be going into Year 10 in September, became the Under 16 British Girls’ Chess Champion on Saturday 3rd August, aged 14, after a very tough week of competition at the British Chess Championships in Torquay. Posted 20 August 2019 READ MORE
HOWELL’S CO-ED COLLEGE A-LEVEL RESULTS 2019 52% A*-A 80% A*-B All five Drapers’ Scholars achieved all A*s—that’s a glittering 16 A*s between them. Posted 15 August 2019 READ MORE
RS students are learning about Jewish rites of passage RS students are learning about Jewish rites of passage Posted 19 July 2019 READ MORE
Renaissance Day 2019 On Tuesday 16th July, visitors to Howell's would have been forgiven for thinking that they had stepped back in time Posted 19 July 2019 READ MORE
The Davis Jug 2019 After two weeks of breathtaking tennis on view at Wimbledon, we were excited to hold our first annual Parent and Child tennis tournament Posted 19 July 2019 READ MORE
Sports Presentation Assembly 2019 On Thursday 11th July, we held our Sports Presentation Assembly Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
Nursery and Infant Sports Days 2019 After successful two Sports Days for the older students earlier this term, it was the turn of the youngest members of the school Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
All You Need Is Love Love was most definitely in the air in the Sports Hall on the evening of Thursday 11th July at our Summer Concert. Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
Rotary Charity Quiz Night July 2019 On Monday 15th July, our Rotary Interact Committee held the annual end of year charity quiz night. Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
Tour to the First World War Battlefields On Friday 12th July, our Year 10 historians, accompanied by the History teachers and Mrs Reed, enjoyed a superb tour of the First World War battlefields Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
Music Examinations Summer 2019 Students in the Prep, Senior School and Co-Ed College took ABRSM, Trinity and LCM music practical examinations during the summer term Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Blenheim On Wednesday 17th July, Year 7 were excited to make a trip to Blenheim Palace, in the Oxfordshire village of Woodstock Posted 18 July 2019 READ MORE
Stepping Stones Awards Assembly Well done to all of the girls who achieved bronze, silver and gold in our Stepping Stones Award Scheme this year. Posted 16 July 2019 READ MORE
Abi's Off to the National NSEA Championships Congratulations to Abi S, Year 7, who has qualified for the National NSEA Championships on her pony Sam Posted 11 July 2019 READ MORE
British Dressage Youth Inter Regionals 2019 Francesca C, Year 8, attended the British Dressage Youth Inter Regionals 2019 last weekend at Keysoe Equestrian College Posted 11 July 2019 READ MORE
Take Your Daughter To Work Day—The Follow-up A few of our Year 8 students volunteered to hone their presentation skills and deliver an assembly to Year 7 Posted 11 July 2019 READ MORE
Diversity Week 2019 This week, our students have enjoyed participating in School Diversity Week. Posted 05 July 2019 READ MORE
Skiing Regional Championships On Thursday 4th July, over 120 skiers from Cardiff and South East Wales competed at the Schools’ Regional Championships at Fairwater Posted 05 July 2019 READ MORE
Llandaff Society Strawberries & Cream Tea On Thursday 4th July, a small group of girls from Year 5 and 6 from Howell’s Prep School provided some afternoon entertainment Posted 05 July 2019 READ MORE
Tennis County Cup Congratulations to Elizabeth E, Year 6, who represented South Wales in the 12U County Cup Posted 05 July 2019 READ MORE
Screenwriting 101 This week in Creative Writing Club, Year 12's Ellie M took the lead, holding a Screenwriting 101 session Posted 04 July 2019 READ MORE
Life At Sea Ellie C, Year 8, is currently in Estonia sailing with a fleet of 290 boats as part of the Team GB development squad Posted 04 July 2019 READ MORE
Taking Shakespeare into the Great Outdoors Last week Year 8 took to the school field during English lessons to act out the garden scenes from Act Three of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing Posted 04 July 2019 READ MORE
Ogden Trust Physicist of the Year Congratulations to Auvni P, Year 10, who was named an Ogden Trust School Physicist of the Year Posted 03 July 2019 READ MORE
Year 7 Students Spelling Bee Success On Thursday 27th June, our Year 7 spelling bee finalists travelled up to a very sunny north Wales Posted 03 July 2019 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch 2019 It was a pleasure to welcome over 60 Hywelians to their annual Summer Lunch on Saturday 29th June. Posted 03 July 2019 READ MORE
Smashed It! As the first set started at Wimbledon on Monday 1st July, Howell’s held its very own tennis event, Posted 03 July 2019 READ MORE
Blackout Poetry for National Writing Day To celebrate ‘National Writing Day’ on Wednesday 26th June, 9Q developed ‘Blackout’ poems Posted 28 June 2019 READ MORE
Employers' Day 2019 Year 10 conducted themselves as mature young adults at our highly successful Employers' Day Posted 28 June 2019 READ MORE
Silver for the Under 10s Tennis Team The Under 10s took part in the Orange Finals on Monday 24th June. Posted 28 June 2019 READ MORE
Game. Set. Match. 2019 Congratulations to our senior tennis team, who are the GDST tennis champions for a second year in a row! Posted 27 June 2019 READ MORE
Living History at Bullace Hill Year 7 were transported back to 1599 on Tuesday 25th June when they visited the living history site at Bullace Hill Posted 27 June 2019 READ MORE
Sugar Rush Students in 7L were Welsh Dragons last week in their own version of Dragon’s Den Posted 27 June 2019 READ MORE
GDST Laurie Magnus Poetry Prize Many congratulations to Tabi H (Year 10) and Morwenna B in Year 12 who both did extremely well Posted 27 June 2019 READ MORE
A morning at the Gurdwara Students in Year 7 enjoyed an informative morning at Cardiff Gurdwara on Monday 24th June. Posted 26 June 2019 READ MORE
The Champions’ Dinner, An Audience with Sam Warburton On the evening of Tuesday 18th June, the red carpet was rolled out for the third Champions’ Dinner Posted 21 June 2019 READ MORE
Hywelian Eira wins Master International IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship We were delighted to hear that alumna, Eira Culverwell, recently won the Master International IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship Posted 20 June 2019 READ MORE
Trinity H shines at the National Championship Finals Many congratulations to Year 9’s Trinity H, and her horse Cloudy Posted 20 June 2019 READ MORE
Musical Tea Concert On Friday 14th June, our Senior School Eisteddfod music finalists delighted an audience Posted 20 June 2019 READ MORE
Roman Around Caerleon As part of their topic, Italian Adventure, Year 4 visited the Roman Fortress of Isca in Caerleon Posted 20 June 2019 READ MORE
Poetry Picnic June 2019 On Monday 17th June, Poetry Club and guests enjoyed our 4th annual Poetry Picnic. Posted 19 June 2019 READ MORE
GDST Techathon 2019 Francesca, Sophie, Yume, Xinrong and Lottie from Year 4 were super ambassadors for the school at the GDST Techathon Posted 14 June 2019 READ MORE
Hywelian, Abigail Reader, Awarded an MBE We were absolutely delighted to hear that Hywelian, Abigail Reader from the Class of 1999, has been awarded an MBE Posted 14 June 2019 READ MORE
The 24 Hour Race On Wednesday 12th June, Years 10 and 12 were joined for assembly by Daniel from the charity The 24 Hour Race Posted 13 June 2019 READ MORE
Year 8 SS Great Britain Year 8 enjoyed a great day on Friday 7th June despite grey skies and heavy rain Posted 12 June 2019 READ MORE
Duke's Education Essay Prize We were delighted to hear this week that Jasneet D, Year 12, has been shortlisted for the Duke's Education Essay Prize Posted 12 June 2019 READ MORE
Success at the Urdd! 2019 Over the half term holiday one student from our Senior School and two students from our Co-ed College were hugely successful Posted 07 June 2019 READ MORE
British Empire Medal for Mrs Ball Our talented piano teacher, Mrs Ball, was recently awarded a BEM (British Empire Medal) Posted 07 June 2019 READ MORE
Success in UKMT Junior Maths Challenge June 2019 Our Year 8 students achieved an impressive 3 Gold, 10 Silver and 10 Bronze Certificates Posted 07 June 2019 READ MORE
Under 9 Tennis Team Sport Cardiff Mini Red Tennis Girls from Year 2, 3 and 4 made up the Under 9 Tennis Team Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Happy Birthday Disney! On Wednesday 22nd May, our beloved school dog, Disney, celebrated her 2nd birthday in style Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Howell’s Character Award Congratulations to the first four students to receive their Year 8 Howell’s Character Award Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Year 4's Roman Experience Year 4 had a fabulous, sunny day out in Bath this week Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
GDST Laurie Magnus Competition 2019 Many congratulations to our budding poets whose work was selected to represent Howell's School and College in this year's GDST Laurie Magnus Competition. Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Emma Dances to the Lead Congratulations to Emma B (Year 9) who is now captain of her dance squad at the Bridgend Dance Academy Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Success in UKMT Junior Maths Challenge 2019 Our Year 8 students achieved an impressive 2 Gold, 10 Silver and 10 Bronze Certificates Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Author Elly Griffiths Visits Howell’s At lunchtime yesterday there was much excitement in the Hub when we welcomed author Elly Griffiths Posted 24 May 2019 READ MORE
Netball News May 2019 Congratulations to Year 7's Frankie J and her netball team Posted 23 May 2019 READ MORE
Urdd Success! Three students from Howell's will be very busy next week as they are all competing in the National Urdd Eisteddfod Posted 23 May 2019 READ MORE
GDST Science Conference May 2019 Mrs Jones and Mrs Ashill accompanied five Year 5 girls to attend the GDST Science Conference Posted 23 May 2019 READ MORE
Take Your Daughter To Work Day 2019 Year 8 have brought back exciting news from their work placements Posted 22 May 2019 READ MORE
Year 5 Residential Visit to Llansteffan Llansteffan is a village that allowed us to have fun for every minute of our visit! Posted 22 May 2019 READ MORE
Junior Maths Challenge May 2019 A number of girls in the Prep School were selected to sit the annual Junior Maths Challenge Posted 21 May 2019 READ MORE
Big Maths Learn Its Challenge The Prep School girls have been really focussed on learning their Big Maths Learn Its this term Posted 21 May 2019 READ MORE
World of Work Day for Year 7 On Thursday 16th May, Year 7 explored various career options during their World of Work Day Posted 17 May 2019 READ MORE
Year 10 RS Revision Preparation This week, as part of their revision in preparation for their examinations next week Posted 17 May 2019 READ MORE
Under 12 national Hockey Finals May 2019 The hockey season came to an end on Thursday 9th May with the Under 12 National Finals. Posted 14 May 2019 READ MORE
Eira triumphs in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Many congratulations to alumna, Eira Culverwell, who has had terrific success in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu recently Posted 14 May 2019 READ MORE
Prep School Instrumental Evening May 2019 The audience attending the Prep School's musical evening on Thursday 9th May were in for a treat Posted 14 May 2019 READ MORE
Fun U11 Cricket Tournament It was a busy afternoon on the field and hockey pitch on Friday 10th May Posted 14 May 2019 READ MORE
Presentation for College Prefects On Monday 13th May, our new young leaders and prefects were presented with their badges of office Posted 14 May 2019 READ MORE
Rowing at Evesham he May bank holiday brought a great weekend of rowing at the Evesham regatta. Posted 10 May 2019 READ MORE
Election Fever Hits Year 4 Year 4 held their own mock elections with the help of our visitor, Amber, from the Education Team of the Welsh Assembly Government Posted 10 May 2019 READ MORE
World Book Night 2019 Howell’s School, Llandaff was once again chosen as a giving centre for World Book Night Posted 10 May 2019 READ MORE
Mindfulness Breakfast May 2019 Congratulations to Year 7, who have all completed the mindfulness curriculum this year Posted 02 May 2019 READ MORE
Hannah's Sailing Triumph Congratulations to Olympic gold medallist and Hywelian Hannah Mills Posted 30 April 2019 READ MORE
Ellie takes to the seas Sailor Ellie C, Year 8, had a very busy Easter, representing GBR in both Belgium and Holland Posted 30 April 2019 READ MORE
Hockey Wales National Youth Finals Congratulations to Carys M and Mati D, Year 6, and Phoebe C and Lara P, Year 5, who all play hockey with the Whitchurch Hockey Club Posted 30 April 2019 READ MORE
Senior Ski Trip April 2019 This year’s Senior Ski Trip went to the picturesque Stubai Glacier in the Austrian Tyrol Posted 30 April 2019 READ MORE
Tilly and Jasmine Take To the Floor Congratulations to Year 9 students Jasmine and Tilly Posted 04 April 2019 READ MORE
Spectacular Spring Concert March 2019 An audience of parents, students, staff, governors, alumni and friends enjoyed a mixed programme of musical items Posted 04 April 2019 READ MORE
Cardiff Games April 2019 The Year 8 Dance Squad and the Elite Dance Squad showcased their talents in the recent Cardiff Games Dance Festival Posted 04 April 2019 READ MORE
Heads Up Week in Prep School This week the girls in Prep have been involved in a variety of activities to help promote positive mental health Posted 04 April 2019 READ MORE
Cardiff and Vale Schools Primary Netball Tournament Congratulations to our Year 6 netball players who took part in the Cardiff and Vale Schools Primary Netball Tournament Posted 03 April 2019 READ MORE
Dressage Success for Francesca Congratulations to Year 8’s Francesca C, who had tremendous success at the Winter League Dressage Finals Posted 03 April 2019 READ MORE
India Dance Wales March 2019 On Tuesday 26th March, Year 8 took part in a session run by India Dance Wales. Posted 29 March 2019 READ MORE
The Scottish Play Year 10 and Year 11 students preparing Macbeth for their GCSE examinations went to Wales Millennium Centre Posted 29 March 2019 READ MORE
Keep Wales Tidy The Eco team signed up to and participated in the Keep Wales Tidy Big Spring Clean Cymru Posted 29 March 2019 READ MORE
University of South Wales KS4 Royal Institution Mathematics Masterclasses 2019 Congratulations to Kavya B, Aparna C, Georgia G, Sarah H, Alana K, Sri O and Emily W in Year 10 Posted 28 March 2019 READ MORE
This is London Calling…for the 2nd time! The Junior Competition Choir (JCC) received very positive praise from the adjudicators at the GDST Young Choir of the Year finals Posted 22 March 2019 READ MORE
UKMT Maths Challenge March 2019 On Monday 18th March, Nayana K and Connie C from Year 8 and Year 9's Susanna F and Megan C took part in the Regional Final of the UKMT team maths challenge Posted 22 March 2019 READ MORE
English-Speaking Union Primary School Public Speaking Competition March 2019 Following the workshop on public speaking on Wednesday 6th March, we welcomed back eight teams of local primary school children Posted 22 March 2019 READ MORE
Red Nose Day in Prep Last Friday 15th March, the girls in the Prep School came together to support Comic Relief on Red Nose Day! Posted 22 March 2019 READ MORE
Spring is here! Spring has sprung in Year 2 this week with the arrival of eggs on Monday. Posted 22 March 2019 READ MORE
History Club's Young Quills The girls in History Club have been very busy over the last month reading and then writing reviews Posted 21 March 2019 READ MORE
Sport Cardiff Hockey Competition The Under 9 and Under 11 Hockey teams took part in the annual Sport Cardiff Hockey competition at the National Hockey Centre Posted 21 March 2019 READ MORE
A Celebration of Languages March 2019 On the evening of Wednesday 19th March, our Celebration of Languages Evening took place Posted 21 March 2019 READ MORE
University of South Wales KS3 Royal Institution Mathematics Masterclasses 2019 Congratulations to Carys D, Mehek D, Eleanor H, Elan J, Aleezah K, Ruby S and Annie S in Year 9 Posted 20 March 2019 READ MORE
Science Week 2019 Students from Years 7 – 13 have been actively engaged in this year’s Science Week Posted 15 March 2019 READ MORE
GDST Rally at Bromley High School Students from Howell’s made the annual journey to Bromley High School last week for the GDST Sports Rally Posted 15 March 2019 READ MORE
SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO LILY R Special congratulations to Lily R who, at the age of 16, has been officially selected for the U21 Welsh Hockey squad, which is an amazing achievement. Both Lily R and Maisie R have been selected to represent Wales in the Under 18 hockey team. month f... Posted 15 March 2019 READ MORE
Junior Quiz Challenge On Wednesday 14th March, two Year 8 teams travelled to Monmouth to take part in the Junior Quiz Challenge Posted 14 March 2019 READ MORE
Hywelians say goodbye and thank you to Mrs Yilmaz On the afternoon of Tuesday 12th March, it was wonderful to welcome over twenty alumni to the Hub Posted 14 March 2019 READ MORE
Females of the Future On Thursday 28th February, a group of us travelled to the Females of the Future open office event at the PWC office in Bristol Posted 12 March 2019 READ MORE
Barnardo's National Choral Competition 2019 On Monday 4th March, Howell's Prep School's Junior Competition Choir (or JCC as it is known), travelled to London Posted 08 March 2019 READ MORE
SCHOOLS’ DANCE FESTIVAL 2019 The Year 8 Dance Squad and the Elite Dance Squad showcased their talents in the recent Schools’ Dance Festival Posted 08 March 2019 READ MORE
English-Speaking Union Public Speaking Workshop This month, Howell’s is joining forces again with the English-Speaking Union to host the annual Primary School Public Speaking Competition Posted 08 March 2019 READ MORE
Hywelian Returns to Howell’s – Lady Reardon Smith In celebration of both World Book Day and International Women’s Day, it was a pleasure to welcome back alumna and children’s author, Lady Reardon Smith Posted 08 March 2019 READ MORE
Fran Rides to the National Championships On Sunday 3rd March, Year 8's Francesca C represented Howell's in the National Schools Equestrian Association Inter Schools County Championships Posted 08 March 2019 READ MORE
Hywelians Return to Howell’s – Lily Eckersley-Jones On Monday we were delighted to welcome back alumna, Lily Eckersley-Jones Posted 06 March 2019 READ MORE
National U16 Hockey Winners After a thrilling triumph at the Cardiff & Vale Schools Final at the end of 2018, the Under 16 Howell's Hockey Team traveled to Swansea University on Thursday 21st February to take part in the National Final Posted 22 February 2019 READ MORE
Y2 trip to the museum Last week, on Friday 15th February, Year 2 visited the National Museum Cardiff Posted 22 February 2019 READ MORE
Baptism of ‘Baby Howell’ On Friday 15th February, Year 2 were joined by Mrs Ackland, who is training to be a priest within the Church-in-Wales Posted 22 February 2019 READ MORE
Game, set, match! Congratulations to Elizabeth E, Year 6, who has been picking up some silverware on the tennis court this season Posted 20 February 2019 READ MORE
Dementia Friends On Wednesday 13th February, 9L became 'Dementia Friends' after an engaging and informative talk Posted 15 February 2019 READ MORE
Cross Country February 2019 Congratulations to Fiona B, Year 10, who finished 6th in the Welsh School Cross Country event Posted 15 February 2019 READ MORE
BPW Public Speaking 2019 On Monday 11th February, two teams from Howell’s took part in this year’s BPW Public Speaking competition Posted 14 February 2019 READ MORE
Students from China Visit Howell’s On Thursday 7th February we were delighted to welcome a group of Chinese students who are training to be teachers Posted 13 February 2019 READ MORE
Digital Heroes February 2019 Our Senior School Digital Heroes visited Ty Llandaff, the residential care home in Pontcanna Posted 12 February 2019 READ MORE
Senior Rotary Youth Speaks Well done to Howell’s Senior Rotary Youth Speaks teams, who battled it out on Monday 4th February Posted 08 February 2019 READ MORE
Chrystall Prize 2019 Alice B. Year 11, was honoured to have been nominated as Howell's School’s speaker to compete for the Chrystall Prize Posted 08 February 2019 READ MORE
Whizz Bang Science January 2019 On Tuesday 29th January, a group of Year Five girls from the Prep School visited the Senior School Posted 06 February 2019 READ MORE
GDST Day of Dance at Pineapple Studios At the end of last term, four of our Year 11 dancers were invited to the GDST Day of Dance held at the prestigious Pineapple Studios Posted 31 January 2019 READ MORE
English Department News January 2019 We are delighted to announce the names of the students whose work has been selected to represent Howell's this year in the GDST Creative Writing Competition. Posted 31 January 2019 READ MORE
Youth Speak Rotary Competition n Tuesday 29th January, students from Year 8 and Year 9 competed in the Youth Speaks Rotary Competition Posted 30 January 2019 READ MORE
Experiencing Judaism 2019 On Tuesday 22nd January, Year 11's Religious Studies students set off to London for a Jewish Living tour Posted 30 January 2019 READ MORE
Welsh Schools Floor and Vault On Wednesday 23rd January, the U11 gymnasts competed in the Welsh Schools Floor and Vault competition Posted 30 January 2019 READ MORE
URDD NATIONAL SWIMMING FINALS 2019 The Urdd National Swimming Finals took place at Cardiff International Pool on Saturday 26th January Posted 30 January 2019 READ MORE
GCSE Options for Year 9 Year 9 continued their career education and research into their option choices when Mrs Thelwell and Miss Scudder presented them with guidance on what to consider when making choices Posted 24 January 2019 READ MORE
Sailing Squad Selection Congratulations to Ellie C, Year 8, who has been selected as a member of the Royal Yachting Association UK Junior Squad – Optimist - Girls. Posted 23 January 2019 READ MORE
Year 4 Sing with the African Children’s Choir On Thursday 17th January, Year 4 had the opportunity to sing at St David’s Hall with a massed primary schools choir. Posted 23 January 2019 READ MORE
Careerstart Year 9 were stimulated into discussion during their Careerstart session with Karen Kimura who is the GDST's Learning and Development Officer. Posted 18 January 2019 READ MORE
Year One and the Teddy Bears’ Picnic Breakfast On Monday 14th January, the Year 1 enjoyed a delicious Stunning Start to their new topic, Food, Glorious Food! Posted 18 January 2019 READ MORE
Cava and Canapés On Friday 11th January, we returned to the splendid surroundings of the Lansdowne Club Posted 15 January 2019 READ MORE
Jasmine Dances to Victory On the first weekend of January, Year 9’s Jasmine W travelled to Blackpool to compete in two high profile dance competitions Posted 15 January 2019 READ MORE
JCC Hits the High Notes! Girls in the Junior Competition Choir (JCC), which is made up of girls from Year 4, 5 and 6 Posted 11 January 2019 READ MORE
Cocktails @ Christmas 2018 On Monday 17th December, the Great Hall was once again transformed into a sophisticated cocktail lounge Posted 18 December 2018 READ MORE
Anti-bullying Action Congratulations to all winners in the anti-bullying competitions we have run this term. Posted 18 December 2018 READ MORE
Carols in Llandaff Cathedral 2018 It was a crisp and clear winter day on Tuesday 11th December as the services of nine lessons and carols took place Posted 14 December 2018 READ MORE
Senior Schools' Challenge Quiz Well done to Ellie M (Year 12), Grace E, Eloise M, Ruby C, Kavya B, Maite K, Amy J (all Year 10) and Himani (Year 9), Posted 14 December 2018 READ MORE
Bag-2-School Collection December 2018 Many thanks for all the kind Bag-2-School clothing donations on Thursday 6th December. Posted 14 December 2018 READ MORE
Eco School Litter Pick We would like to extend a big thank you to the Howell's Eco Team who went out into the local community Posted 14 December 2018 READ MORE
Multi Sports for Year 4 Eleven girls from Year 4 took part in a multi-sport event at Eastern Leisure Centre on Thursday 13th December Posted 14 December 2018 READ MORE
The Fun of the Fair comes to Howell’s t certainly was feeling a lot like Christmas at Howell’s on Friday 30th November Posted 06 December 2018 READ MORE
Anti-Bullying Month ends with The Power of Muzik Our anti-bullying month culminated on Wednesday 5th December Posted 06 December 2018 READ MORE
When I Grow Up! On the evening of Wednesday 5th December, we launched our partnership with the Wales Millennium Centre Posted 06 December 2018 READ MORE
The Hour of Code 2018 The girls in the Prep School have been taking part in the annual Hour of Code event. Posted 06 December 2018 READ MORE
Story Bubbles with Angela Fish Last Thursday, 29th November, Year 1 welcomed Hywelian and author, Angela Fish Posted 06 December 2018 READ MORE
Gymnastics News On Friday 23rd November, Howell's took part in the Cardiff and Vale Novice Qualifiers Posted 30 November 2018 READ MORE
Teachmeet at Howell’s: Challenging and Stretching the More Able and Talented Over 60 teachers from across South Wales and beyond gathered at Howell’s on Tuesday 27th November Posted 30 November 2018 READ MORE
Young Enterprise success at the Ikea Christmas Market Christmas came early for the Young Enterprise teams at the Ikea Christmas market on Wednesday 28th November. Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
Llandaff Christmas Lights 2018 On the evening of Wednesday 28th November, Howell’s Senior Choir braved torrential rain Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
An Author Visit for Year 6 Year 6 were excited to welcome author Angela Fish back to Howell's on Thursday 29th November Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
Tenovus Lovelight Carol Concert 2018 On Wednesday 28th November, over 60 girls from Years 5 and 6 took part in the annual Tenovus Cancer Care Lovelight Carol Concert Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
Stem Careers News November 2018 On Tuesday 27th November, we were delighted to welcome Mr Ben Thomas, Marketing Executive with ESTnet Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
Visit from the Japan Society of the UK On Friday 23rd November, volunteers from the Japan Society of the UK visited Howell’s Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
U16 Hockey Team crowned champions of Cardiff & The Vale of Glamorgan The Under 16 Hockey Team were crowned champions of Cardiff & The Vale of Glamorgan Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
GDST U14 Hockey Tour November 2018 At the annual GDST U14 hockey tour in Bath, Howell's finished 4th out of 16 Posted 29 November 2018 READ MORE
Kids' Lit Quiz 2018 We were delighted to host this year's Welsh Regional Heat of the Kids' Lit Quiz on Wednesday 21st November. Posted 23 November 2018 READ MORE
English-Speaking Union Churchill Public Speaking Competition 2018 On Wednesday 21st November, Year 11 students participated in the Cardiff heat of the English-Speaking Union Churchill Public Speaking Competition Posted 23 November 2018 READ MORE
Honours Lecture November 2018 On Tuesday 20th November, students from Years 11,12 and 13 enjoyed a thought provoking and very informative lecture Posted 23 November 2018 READ MORE
Howell’s Celebrates St Cecilia’s Day 2018 On Tuesday 20th November, Howell’s celebrated St Cecilia’s Day with a special concert in the Great Hall Posted 22 November 2018 READ MORE
All About Cyberbullying On Tuesday 20th November, Year 6 enjoyed a highly informative visit from PC Jane all about cyberbullying Posted 21 November 2018 READ MORE
Hywelian Sophia Wins Two Art Awards We were delighted to hear that alumna Sophia Pauley (Class of 2013), who recently gained a first class Honours degree in Art Posted 06 September 2018 READ MORE
Hywelian Update: Maham Khalid Maham Khalid, who left Howell’s in 2017, is studying English at the University of the West of England Posted 18 April 2018 READ MORE
Apprentice of the Year Congratulations to Hywelian Stephanie Davies, who left Howell's in 2017 Posted 22 March 2018 READ MORE
Hywelian Update: Robert Lindsay Robert has recently finished his BA in War Studies at King's College London Posted 26 January 2018 READ MORE
Hywelian Update: Carole Golten I worked in the City of London for 15 years Posted 26 January 2018 READ MORE
Emily Takes to the Road on National Tour Hywelian Emily Howell (Class of 2011) is taking her play, Looking for Mummy: Nazanin's Story, on the road for a national tour Posted 24 January 2018 READ MORE
Back to School for the Class of 1986 On Saturday 15th July, 40 Hywelians who left Howell’s in 1986 gathered in the Stone Hall for a reunion with their former classmates Posted 19 July 2017 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch It was a pleasure to welcome Hywelians for their annual Summer Lunch on Saturday 24th June Posted 30 June 2017 READ MORE
Hywelian Spencer to compete in PricewaterhouseCooper’s The Race for £3 million. Good luck to Hywelian Spencer W (Class of 2009) and the team from PricewaterhouseCooper Posted 09 June 2017 READ MORE
Hywelian Tea at the Drapers’ Hall The annual Afternoon Tea took place in the splendid surroundings of the Drapers’ Hall, London Posted 18 May 2017 READ MORE
Bowls and Bubbly On Friday 27th January 2017, we returned to the splendid setting of the Lansdowne Club, in the heart of Mayfair Posted 01 February 2017 READ MORE
Hywelian makes stellar appearance on the Roy Noble show Hywelian author, Angela Fish, had a wonderful experience being interviewed on the Roy Noble show last Sunday, 22 January Posted 27 January 2017 READ MORE
Exciting times for Hywelian author Angela Fish Hywelian author Angela Fish, whose publications include non-fiction, short stories and poetry Posted 18 January 2017 READ MORE
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge We were delighted to hear that Gaynor Howard, previously Director of Music at Howell’s, will hear her setting of “Adam Lay Ybounden” performed at the prestigious Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College, Cambridge. Posted 19 December 2016 READ MORE
RS Trip to London On 1st December, Year 11 Religious Studies students took part in a trip to North West London to gain insight into the Jewish community of Hendon Posted 15 December 2016 READ MORE
Hywelian Harri offered role of Lead Paediatric Physio at a hospital in the Middle East Hywelian Harri C-G has been offered the role of Lead Paediatric Physio at a new multi-million pound hospital in the Middle East Posted 17 November 2016 READ MORE
Alumna Hannah Mills and her sailing partner Saskia Clark voted 2016 Rolex Sailors of the Year Howell’s was delighted to hear that alumna Hannah Mills and her sailing partner, Saskia Clark Posted 10 November 2016 READ MORE
Hywelian Hannah wins Olympic gold medal What an exciting and successful summer it has been for Hywelian Hannah Mills, whose mum still works at Howell’s. Hannah, who left Howell's in 2006 Posted 01 September 2016 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch 2016 On Saturday 25th June the school was filled with reminiscing and laughter at the annual Hywelian Summer Lunch. This year more than 90 Hywelians from a wide variety of year groups joined us Posted 01 July 2016 READ MORE
Nejra Cehic wins a WeAreTheCity Rising Star Award Many congratulations to Hywelian Nejra Cehic, who has won a WeAreTheCity Rising Star award in the Media category Posted 15 June 2016 READ MORE
Sarah Stevens wins a "WeAreTheCity's Top 100 Rising Star" Award We were delighted to hear that Hywelian Sarah Stevens, from the Class of 1998 Posted 09 June 2016 READ MORE
Hywelian Tea at Drapers’ Hall On Saturday 14th May the annual Hywelian Afternoon Tea took place in the splendid surroundings of Drapers’ Hall, London Posted 19 May 2016 READ MORE
Sarah Stevens shortlisted for "We Are The City's Top 100 Rising Star" Awards Hywelian Sarah Stevens has been shortlisted in the defence category Posted 18 May 2016 READ MORE
Wine and Cheese Evening It was a pleasure to welcome back two Hywelians from the class of 1983 Posted 12 May 2016 READ MORE
Lunch and Learn – Magic Mavericks The Business and Economics department were fortunate to welcome Hywelian, Helen White, Posted 25 April 2016 READ MORE
Reunion at school for the Class of '97 At 5pm on Saturday, 3rd October, more than thirty Hywelians who left school after taking A Level exams in 1997 Posted 07 October 2015 READ MORE
Kate Strong crowned triathlon World Champion Many congratulations to Hywelian Kate Strong, who left school in 1997. Kate was crowned ITU AG World Champion in long-distance triathlon in 2014 Posted 21 September 2015 READ MORE
Back to school for the Class of 1985 On Saturday 12th September members of the Howell’s Class of 1985 returned to school for their 30th anniversary reunion. Posted 17 September 2015 READ MORE
Hannah Mills selected for GB sailing squad at Rio Olympics Many congratulations to sailor Hannah Mills (at Howell's 1999-2006), who has been selected to sail for Great Britain Posted 10 September 2015 READ MORE
Hywelian Identical twins receive identical results in university examinations Last year, identical twins Anuja and Shailja surprised everyone by gaining identical A Level grades in exactly the same subjects. Posted 07 September 2015 READ MORE
Hywelians complete their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s award Many congratulations to Hywelians James H., Alice D. and David H. who have worked hard to complete their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s award. Posted 07 September 2015 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch On Saturday 27th June we welcomed over sixty Hywelians to the annual Hywelian Summer Lunch and AGM Posted 02 July 2015 READ MORE
Success for former student Olivia Hayward We were delighted to hear from Hywelian Olivia Hayward, who left in 2008. She is currently in her final year of a PhD in Bioscience/Pharmacy at Cardiff University Posted 01 June 2015 READ MORE
Hywelians are interviewed for Oral History Project 2015 On Wednesday 13th May we welcomed to school Hywelians Dr. Judith Foy, Mrs. Sue Rayner and Mrs. Liz Williams Posted 14 May 2015 READ MORE
Hywelian Advent Service On Tuesday 2nd December, the Bridgend Branch of the Hywelian Guild held their traditional Advent service in Holy Cross Parish Church Posted 03 December 2014 READ MORE
Year 4 Roman Caerleon trip Year 4 visited the impressive Roman remains at Caerleon on Tuesday. Despite the cold, wet and blustery weather, Posted 27 November 2014 READ MORE
Llandaff Christmas Lights On the evening of Wednesday 26th November our Senior Choir, accompanied by staff, walked to Llandaff High Street to take part in the switching on of the Llandaff Lights Posted 27 November 2014 READ MORE
Year 7 Experience a Taste of Life in the Middle Ages On Wednesday, 26th November, Year 7 students braved the cold but dry weather at Cosmeston Medieval Village and Caerphilly Castle. Posted 27 November 2014 READ MORE
Year 4 Roman Bath Trip On Tuesday 18th November, Year 4 spent a wonderful day in Bath walking in the footsteps of the Romans Posted 25 November 2014 READ MORE
I.C.E. Bridge Building Project for Year 3 The girls from Years 3 were treated to a very special opportunity to build the I.C.E. Bridge Posted 25 November 2014 READ MORE
Artist Visit to Year 3 Year 3 had a terrific time with Welsh artist, Helen Elliott on Thursday 20th November. Posted 25 November 2014 READ MORE
Year 12 enjoy basketball and social event On Thursday Year 12 students came together for a social event - inter-house basketball. Posted 24 November 2014 READ MORE
STEM Club members interact with scientists online STEM Club members have been participating in the “I’m a Scientist Get Me Out of Here” competition Posted 24 November 2014 READ MORE
Hair Raising Science! Year 7 have been using the Van de Graaff Generator Posted 24 November 2014 READ MORE
UKMT Senior Mathematical Team Challenge Congratulations to Kristy-Ann, Laura, Kirsten and William on taking part in this highly competitive regional competition Posted 24 November 2014 READ MORE
Children in Need events raise £1744.29 On Friday 14th November Howell’s Senior School and College students and staff raised a magnificent £1744.29 for Children in Need. Posted 21 November 2014 READ MORE
Computer Science Visit to Cardiff University On Wednesday 19th November, eleven Year 9 students, accompanied by the ICT prefects, visited Cardiff University Posted 20 November 2014 READ MORE
Sports successes During half term, Annie E. (Year 10), Isabelle W. (Year 7) and Annabelle W. (Year 7) got through to the Local Authority Netball Hub Posted 20 November 2014 READ MORE
Teams take part in Public Speaking Competition On Tuesday night, 18th November, two teams from Howell’s took part in the BPW Public Speaking Competition Posted 20 November 2014 READ MORE
Creative Juices Flowing for Year 10! On Tuesday 18th November, Year 10 undertook the Coca Cola Real Business Challenge. Posted 19 November 2014 READ MORE
Handball tournament inspired by German lessons As part of the 'hobbies' topic in German lessons, Year 8 students have been learning about the highly popular German sport of 'Handball'. Posted 19 November 2014 READ MORE
Junior Girls wear pyjamas for Children in Need The Junior girls came to school in their pyjamas and onesies on Friday 14th November to raise money for Children in Need Posted 17 November 2014 READ MORE
Senior Quiz Challenge On Wednesday, 5th November, Howell's hosted the Senior Quiz Challenge competition between several local schools. Posted 17 November 2014 READ MORE
Nursery news, 10th-14th November This time of year is a very poignant one, especially when sharing it with the youngest members of our Howell's community. Posted 14 November 2014 READ MORE
Another win for boys' rugby! The Howell's team travelled to Llanishen High for a fixture and ran out convincing winners 36 - 14 Posted 13 November 2014 READ MORE
Netball successes Many congratulations to the Years 10 and 11 netball teams who both won matches against Whitchurch High School Posted 13 November 2014 READ MORE
Year 6 attend Armistice ceremony and service at Llandaff Cenotaph On Tuesday 11th November, Year 6 were proud to represent the whole of our Howell's school community Posted 13 November 2014 READ MORE
November Nights - Perfect for Poetry! As the nights draw in and the crispy leaves fall, we are reminded that Autumn is upon us. Posted 13 November 2014 READ MORE
Jon selected to play for Welsh Academicals Congratulations to Jon H., who has been selected to play for the Welsh Academical Team Posted 13 November 2014 READ MORE
Howell's hosts Entrepreneurial Experience for Year 11 On Thursday 25th September we were delighted to welcome students from Llanwern, Cowbridge, Caerleon and Stanwell Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Year 7 Build Blocks of Success On Friday 26th September, Year 7 took part in the ‘Building Game’ Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Year 7 Bonding Trip Last Wednesday, Year 7 set off to Cardiff Bay on their bonding trip. Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Celebrating Languages Week 2014 The European Day of Languages, 26th September, was celebrated in true Howell’s style Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Rugby team begins season with a great victory Howell's Senior Boys' Rugby Team got the new season off to a great start with a 52 - 0 win at home Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Year 12 Bonding in the Bay On Thursday 25th September Year 12 students and staff ventured to Cardiff Bay for their bonding day. Posted 02 October 2014 READ MORE
Making Waves in Year 10 Physics Year 10 have been investigating the basic principles of a wave. Posted 29 September 2014 READ MORE
Year 4 visit Llandaff Cathedral On Friday 19th September the girls from Year 4 visited Llandaff Cathedral as part of Open Doors month. Posted 29 September 2014 READ MORE
Lily R. wins gold medal in Welsh Intermediate Challenge Cup 2014 Championships Congratulations to Lily R. in Year 7 who recently competed in the in the age 12-13 category of the Welsh Intermediate Challenge Cup Posted 26 September 2014 READ MORE
Year 6 visit rainforest in Swansea! Year 6 have enjoyed a fantastic day at the indoor rainforest Plantasia in Swansea Posted 26 September 2014 READ MORE
The Gruffalo retold through music and song The topic in Year 1 for this term is ‘Into the Woods’ and the class has looked at the book ‘The Gruffalo’ Posted 25 September 2014 READ MORE
Rhian F. selected to compete in International German Championship Rhian F. (Year 9) has been selected to represent Wales at the International German Championship Posted 25 September 2014 READ MORE
Izzy P. reaches final in British Junior Rowing Championships On Saturday 20th September Izzy P., in Year 11, and her rowing doubles partner put in a strong performance at the British Junior Rowing Championships Posted 25 September 2014 READ MORE
Anna receives a Rotary Young Leader Award On Wednesday, September 24th, Rotary Interact Presidents Issy and Anna were joined by Year 12 Interactors Posted 24 September 2014 READ MORE
Open Doors 2014 As part of the nationwide Open Doors scheme, under which buildings of architectural and historical interest are open free to the public Posted 24 September 2014 READ MORE
India B. to represent East Wales in ASA Inter-County National Team Competition We are delighted that Year 9’s India B. has been selected by Swim Wales to represent East Wales Posted 24 September 2014 READ MORE
Nursery news, 15th-19th September This week the girls have been playing lots of games to help them learn the names of their new friends Posted 22 September 2014 READ MORE
College Chemists enjoy success in Challenge and Olympiad Congratulations to all who entered the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge and Chemistry Olympiad. Posted 19 September 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s chess players triumph again The Junior Chess squad has enjoyed extraordinary success, winning every team competition going Posted 19 September 2014 READ MORE
Emma's golfing glory Emma G. in Year 11 has been enjoying a summer of golf, playing for Glamorganshire’s 1st team in Penarth Posted 18 September 2014 READ MORE
A Streetcar Named Desire On 17th September, Year 13 were fortunate enough to watch a live streaming of Benedict Andrews’ production of ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ Posted 18 September 2014 READ MORE
Claudia shines in Welsh Summer Swimming Nationals Over the summer Claudia M., Year 9, swam extremely well in the Welsh Summer Swimming Nationals. Posted 17 September 2014 READ MORE
Lilli skis to success in the Welsh Championships On Sunday 14th October Lilli J., in Year 7, won the U12s' Welsh Skiing Championships in the Individual Racer category Posted 17 September 2014 READ MORE
Howell's netball team triumph against HMS Dragon The netball match against HMS Dragon on Saturday 13th September was a fun and friendly start to the season. Howell's had a great pre-season training which was well converted onto the court Posted 15 September 2014 READ MORE
Nursery news, 8th-12th September It has been lovely to see our 'old' girls and to welcome our new girls to Nursery. Our adventure into our topic 'Twit Too Hoo' has already started. Posted 15 September 2014 READ MORE
Caitlin C. receives Chief Scout Gold Award On the evening of Monday 8th September Year 9’s Caitlin C. visited County Hall to receive the Chief Scout Gold Award Posted 12 September 2014 READ MORE
Tennis Success Congratulations to both Poppy D. and Meryl B. who had a busy summer on the tennis court, winning the Welsh U18s doubles title. Posted 12 September 2014 READ MORE
Ciara S. to study at the Central School of Ballet in London Everyone is delighted that Ciara S., who recently gained excellent GCSE results, has been offered a place at the Central School of Ballet in London Posted 11 September 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian Hannah’s adventures in Thailand Hywelian Hannah Southern, who left school in 2012, is enjoying the trip of a lifetime in Thailand. Posted 10 September 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian Hannah’s adventures in Thailand Hywelian Hannah Southern, who left school in 2012, is enjoying the trip of a lifetime in Thailand. Posted 10 September 2014 READ MORE
Class of '84 hold reunion in school On Saturday 6th September, a beautiful sunny day, a group of seven Hywelians who took their A Levels in the summer of 1984 returned to school for the first time in thirty years! Posted 09 September 2014 READ MORE
Class of '84 hold reunion in school On Saturday 6th September, a beautiful sunny day, a group of seven Hywelians who took their A Levels in the summer of 1984 returned to school for the first time in thirty years! Posted 09 September 2014 READ MORE
First day fun! The sun shone over Howell’s as we welcomed new and returning students for the first day of term on Monday 8th September Posted 08 September 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s Students achieve an exceptional set of GCSE results Howell’s students are rejoicing as they have achieved an outstanding set of GCSE results. This year 41% of all results were achieved at the highest A* grade, with 72% receiving A*- A grades. In total 91% of all results were A*- B grades. Posted 21 August 2014 READ MORE
Outstanding set of A-level results for Howell’s College Students Many congratulations to our college students who are celebrating yet another impressive set of A-level results. This year, 23% of all results were achieved at the highest A* grade, with 54% receiving A*- A grades. In total, 84% of all results were A*... Posted 14 August 2014 READ MORE
Camfed Founder and Hywelian, Ann Cotton, Speaks at U.S. – Africa Summit Everyone at Howell’s School Llandaff is delighted that Ann Cotton, the founder of Camfed Posted 08 August 2014 READ MORE
Zainub to represent Team GB in the Youth Olympic Games! Many congratulations to Zainub A. (Year 13) who has been selected to represent Team GB in the Youth Olympic Games Posted 23 July 2014 READ MORE
Girls scoop 15 medals in Cardiff and Central South Wales Ski Slalom Competition Howell's skiers had phenomenal success in the regional ski slalom competition on 2nd July, winning an amazing 15 medals. Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Year 7 shine in their end of term play On Wednesday 2nd July the sun shone for our Year 7 play, Through the Door. It was wonderful to welcome families of Year 7 students for the afternoon Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Nursery news, 30th June-4th July Mrs Scott writes: I can't quite believe we have come to the end of the year. It has been an exciting, thrilling, and exhilarating time that we have all spent together Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Summer Concert The Summer Concert, with its theme of Gardens, was a tremendous success this year. A concert in the afternoon followed by afternoon tea Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Cardiff County & Vale of Glamorgan Music Service The Music Department would like to congratulate the following students who successfully auditioned and obtained entry to the CCVG Ensembles Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
ABRSM Music Exams Congratulations to all students to took ABRSM Music exams during June Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Molly to feature in CBBC “The Big Performance” Molly R. (Year 9) will be featuring as part of the Garth Malone TV show, ‘The Big Performance Posted 03 July 2014 READ MORE
Sport Awards Assembly To mark the end to another exciting year of sport at Howell’s, on Monday 30th June we had a special Sport Awards Assembly Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch We were delighted to welcome more than 80 Hywelians to Howell’s for their annual Summer Lunch and AGM on Saturday 28th June. Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch We were delighted to welcome more than 80 Hywelians to Howell’s for their annual Summer Lunch and AGM on Saturday 28th June. Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian Summer Lunch We were delighted to welcome more than 80 Hywelians to Howell’s for their annual Summer Lunch and AGM on Saturday 28th June. Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Founders’ Day Assembly and Thomas Howell Break On Friday 27th June the whole school, from Nursery to College, congregated in the Senior School Sports Hall Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Founders’ Day Assembly and Thomas Howell Break On Friday 27th June the whole school, from Nursery to College, congregated in the Senior School Sports Hall Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Founders’ Day Assembly and Thomas Howell Break On Friday 27th June the whole school, from Nursery to College, congregated in the Senior School Sports Hall Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Noah’s Ark Summer Concert and Vintage Tea On Thursday 26th June at 2.15pm, Howell’s was delighted to host a concert and Vintage Tea in aid of the Noah’s Ark Appeal. Posted 02 July 2014 READ MORE
Nursery News, 23rd-27th June The girls have been busy getting ready for the end of the Summer Term. They have been looking at their photo journal, which will be on view at the End of Year Concert on Wednesday July 2nd in the Junior School Hall. Posted 30 June 2014 READ MORE
National Year 7 Languages Spelling Bee Competition 2013-14 Our Year 7 Spelling Bee teams have enjoyed phenomenal success in the Routes into Languages Welsh National Languages Spelling Bee this year. Following a class and a school round Posted 30 June 2014 READ MORE
Wicked Young Writer! Once again, Caitlin J. has been shortlisted this year for the prestigious Wicked Young Writers' Competition Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
New Rotary team raise £1526.50 at their first event! After the recent Rotary Hand-Over Meal that took place in TGI Fridays last month, the new Rotary team Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
Mathematics Department In April 2014, Year 8 entered the national Junior Mathematical Challenge. We are pleased to announce the following results: Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
Parents’ Association Summer Fair Following the Junior School Sports Day on Thursday 19th June, Howell’s Parents’ Association held its annual Summer Fair from 3.00pm to 6.00pm Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
Champagne Cycle Challenge On Sunday 22nd June our second Champagne Cycle Challenge took place in the beautiful sunshine. This has raised more than £1500 for Pitch In to date. Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
Caitlan and Liv triumph in Stratford Sailing Regatta Caitlan W. & Liv W. of Year 8 rowed as part of a quad (4) in the Stratford upon Avon Regatta on Saturday 21st June as members of Llandaff Rowing Club Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s Art and DT Exhibition On Thursday 19th June our Art and DT departments held an exhibition of the wonderful work of students in Years 11, 12 and 13 Posted 26 June 2014 READ MORE
GDST Spelling Bee – 19th June 2014 Following on from the very successful GDST 140th Anniversary Languages Spelling Bee Posted 23 June 2014 READ MORE
Year 7 students show support for an 8 year old girl in need of a bone marrow transplant A friend of Esme B., in Year 7, eight year old Hollie, has recently been diagnosed with a rare bone marrow failure syndrome. Hollie is currently having regular blood transfusions Posted 20 June 2014 READ MORE
STEM Ambassador and Engineer talks to Years 7-10 To celebrate National Women in Engineering Day on 23rd June, we were lucky enough to have STEM Ambassador and Chartered Engineer, Christine Thomas Posted 20 June 2014 READ MORE
Chemistry Challenge Day On Friday 13th June, Howell’s hosted a Chemistry Challenge Day which saw four of our Year 9 girls competing against teams from two other schools in practical and thinking skills activities Posted 19 June 2014 READ MORE
Howell's girls to judge Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize competition Howell’s School Library has once again been chosen to help judge the prestigious Royal Society Young People’s Book Prize. Congratulations to the following students who all wrote interesting Posted 19 June 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s Juniors triumph in Welsh Primary Schools’ Chess Championships 2014 The Welsh Primary Schools’ Chess Championships were held at Chepstow in mid-June, Posted 16 June 2014 READ MORE
75th Birthday Celebrations On Thursday 12th June we celebrated the forthcoming 75th birthday of a very special lady in the Howell’s family Posted 13 June 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian is GDST Alumna of the Year We are thrilled to announce that Hywelian Ann Cotton, who attended school from 1960 to 1967 Posted 12 June 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian is GDST Alumna of the Year We are thrilled to announce that Hywelian Ann Cotton, who attended school from 1960 to 1967 Posted 12 June 2014 READ MORE
Hywelian is GDST Alumna of the Year We are thrilled to announce that Hywelian Ann Cotton, who attended school from 1960 to 1967 Posted 12 June 2014 READ MORE
Year 8 have sleepover for Howell's Award "residential" On Thursday 22nd May, we watched anxiously as the rain fell, or rather, poured Posted 11 June 2014 READ MORE
Women in Engineering Day talk To celebrate the upcoming National Women in Engineering Day, Christine Thomas, Chartered Engineer at Tata Steel Posted 11 June 2014 READ MORE
Seniors commemorate World War I On Friday 6th June , Years 7 -10 in the Senior School took part in a First World War day Posted 10 June 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s Equestrian Team competes in National Schools’ competition Sunday 8th June saw Howell’s Equestrian Team competing at the National Schools’ Equestrian Association showjumping competition Posted 09 June 2014 READ MORE
Nursery update, 2nd-6th June The Nursery welcomed Miss Hughes to the team. Posted 09 June 2014 READ MORE
RESOLVE IT return to Howell’s Howell’s was delighted to welcome back the RESOLVE it team this week to run a cyber-bullying and peer pressure workshop for Year 8 Posted 06 June 2014 READ MORE
Howell's tennis team reaches British Final Howell's School will be flying the flag for Wales at the Team Tennis Schools' National Championship Finals at Graves Tennis Centre in Sheffield in July Posted 06 June 2014 READ MORE
Hywelians take part in school Oral History Project On 3rd May we were delighted to welcome four Hywelians, Miss Muriel Jeremy, Mrs Vivien Liles, Mrs Mary Lister and Mrs Joyce Shields, all of whom are in their late 70s or early 80s Posted 05 June 2014 READ MORE
Hywelians take part in school Oral History Project On 3rd May we were delighted to welcome four Hywelians, Miss Muriel Jeremy, Mrs Vivien Liles, Mrs Mary Lister and Mrs Joyce Shields, all of whom are in their late 70s or early 80s Posted 05 June 2014 READ MORE
Junior Careers Fair, 2nd June 2014 Year 5 and 6 spent an inspirational afternoon with seven leading ladies Posted 03 June 2014 READ MORE
Louise qualifies for Pony Club National Championships Congratulations to Louise S. (Year 8) who qualified for the Pony Club National Championships in Endurance Posted 03 June 2014 READ MORE
A day at the Drapers’ Hall – an account by Hywelian, Barbara Forte What a wonderful day we had last Saturday, May 17th! An 'elite eight' boarded an executive coach at H.S.L. for a visit to the Drapers' Hall in London Posted 23 May 2014 READ MORE
An account by Mrs Scott, Head of the Nursery @ Howell’s Alas me hearties there really be fairies living at the bottom of the garden!!’ (Said with pirate accent please). My return on Wednesday was to an atmosphere of great excitement and jubilation Posted 23 May 2014 READ MORE
RESOLVE It On Thursday 22nd May Year 7 spent the day with the RESOLVE It team discussing the theme of bullying. Posted 23 May 2014 READ MORE
Beautiful Singing from the Junior School! Throughout this academic year, a Year 3 & 4 choir has taken place on Monday lunchtimes and a Year 1 & 2 choir has taken place on Tuesday lunchtimes Posted 22 May 2014 READ MORE
Hannah R-S’s sailing success! Hannah R-S recently competed in a competition at Grafham Water Centre near Cambridge Posted 22 May 2014 READ MORE
Student Stall at Car Boot Sale On the morning of Sunday 18th May Howell’s fabulous Parents’ Association held a Car Boot Sale at school Posted 21 May 2014 READ MORE
Fun packed Friday! On Friday 16th May the sun shone over Howell’s for what was an action packed day. Posted 21 May 2014 READ MORE
Year 5 CC4G girls enjoy a ‘Koduthon’ coding day at Microsoft headquarters On Thursday the Year 5 CC4G girls set off for a ‘Koduthon’ coding day at Microsoft headquarters in Reading. Posted 19 May 2014 READ MORE
Student Blogger found! BestCourse4Me has recently been looking for a witty Year 12 student to write a short monthly blog about the process of applying for university Posted 15 May 2014 READ MORE
Charity Golf Day On Friday 9th May 2014 Howell’s hosted its second Charity Golf Day at the luxurious Vale Resort. A group of intrepid golfers braved windy conditions to enjoy a round of golf on the Lakeside course Posted 15 May 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s holds its own Eurovision events! Hot on the heels of the Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, all students in Year 7 experienced their own Eurovision at HSL Posted 14 May 2014 READ MORE
Year 1 have fun with Ballet Nimba! As part of their topic on Africa Year 1 were very lucky to have an 1½ hour dance session with the African dance company 'Ballet Nimba'. Posted 13 May 2014 READ MORE
Desirée excels in national Mathematical Challenge Desirée W. (Year 10) recently achieved a Gold Certificate in the Intermediate Mathematical Challenge and went through to the next competition Posted 09 May 2014 READ MORE
Cake and Book Extravaganza The Rotary Interact group joined together with the English Department and Library staff Posted 09 May 2014 READ MORE
Sommerin School Dinners On Tuesday 6th May Howell’s took more than 100 guests back to school for Sommerin School Dinners, Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Howell's holds Black Tie Sports Awards Dinner On Thursday 1st May Howell’s hosted its first Black Tie Sport Awards Dinner in the Great Hall Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Caitlin plays in winning Welsh hockey team Congratulations to Caitlin C., a member of the Whitchurch Hockey Under 13 team Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Breakfast Meeting with Rotary Club of Cardiff Breakfast, 7th May Our outgoing and incoming Interact Presidents (Bryony and Anushka, Anna and Issy) were invited to the meeting at Whitchurch Golf Club Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
HSL Equestrian Team competes in Gloucestershire Howell's Equestrian Team had superb weather for the recent National Schools’ Equestrian Association Show Jumping competition Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Rotary Interact – Handover Wednesday 30th April marked the Rotary Interact handover from the outgoing Year 13 committee to the newly formed Year 12 committee Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Rotary Interact – World Book Day and Cake Sale Rotary Interactors from Years 12 and 13 have been busy organising a book distribution in celebration of World Book Day Posted 08 May 2014 READ MORE
Marnie enjoys success in singing festival Marnie competed in two vocal classes at the South Glamorgan Festival for Young Musicians Posted 07 May 2014 READ MORE
Talia commended in writing competition Talia M.-R . has been awarded a commendation in Girton College, Cambridge's Humanities Writing Competition Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Alice and Chloe compete in World Synchronised Skating Championships Alice D. and Chloe H. skated as part of Team GB in the ISU World Synchronized Skating Championships 2014 in Courmayeur, Italy Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Llwyddiant yn Eisteddfod yr Urdd Llongyfarchiadau i Martha H. o Flwyddyn 7 am gystadlu yn Eisteddfod Sir Caerdydd a'r Fro yr wythnos ddiwethaf Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Mae'n Wanwyn! Bu swyddogion Cymraeg Blwyddyn 13 yn helpu Blwyddyn 1 yr wythnos hon yn ei gwers Gymraeg. Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Year 1 enjoy African drumming workshop Year 1 took part in an exciting African drumming workshop on Monday afternoon, run by Aaron Meli from Slapping Skins Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Howell’s Equestrian Team competes in Wiltshire Sunday 27th April saw Howell’s Equestrian Team competing at the National Schools’ Equestrian Association show-jumping competition Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Lucy wins Cardiff-Stuttgart Association Essay-Writing Competition Earlier this year the Year 12 and 13 German students were invited to participate in an annual essay-writing competition, Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Howell's team triumphs in Welsh Primary Schools' Pop Lacrosse Championships Last Saturday, April 26th, twenty-four girls from Years 5 and 6 travelled to St John’s-On-The-Hill in Chepstow Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Rhea and Charlotte selected for national rounders team Congratulations to Rhea H. and Charlotte J. on their selection for the Welsh U14s' Rounders Team, Posted 01 May 2014 READ MORE
Girls excel in Easter swimming championships The British Gas Swim Wales Age Group Championships were held at Wales' National Pool in Swansea Posted 29 April 2014 READ MORE
Year 6 learn Physics with 007 and songs! Year 6 started the term with a visit from 007 this morning. Posted 28 April 2014 READ MORE
Louisa selected for Wales' Under 17 Cricket Team Congratulations to Louisa K., who has been selected for Wales' Under 17 Cricket Team Posted 28 April 2014 READ MORE
More success for gymnast Zainub Early in April, Zainub A. competed in the European Trampolining Championships Posted 28 April 2014 READ MORE
Howell's Chess Team wins National Championship Many congratulations to Howell's A Junior School chess team, winners of the National Schools' Chess Championship in the U11 Girls' category. Posted 17 April 2014 READ MORE
Whizz Bang Science Congratulations to the Year 12 Whizz Bang Science team for another very successful visit. Posted 10 April 2014 READ MORE
College Rugby team scores great victory at Cardiff Arms Park The boys finished the Rugby Season in style with an emphatic 10 try victory against Cantonian Posted 10 April 2014 READ MORE
Year 10 Biology Challenge We are delighted to announce the winners of the Year 10 Biology Challenge competition. Posted 10 April 2014