Les Varendes High School

St Andrew·Education

Story

Formerly Guernsey Grammar School (est. 1985), renamed Les Varendes High School in September 2023 following removal of eleven-plus exams and merger with La Mare de Carteret High School. Sixth Form Centre separated September 2024, relocating to La Mare de Carteret building.

Les Varendes High School is a non-selective, state-funded secondary school in St Andrew, serving pupils aged 11–16. It was formed in September 2023 from the merger of the former Guernsey Grammar School and La Mare de Carteret High School, following the abolition of the eleven-plus. The Sixth Form Centre separated in September 2024. Feeder schools include Amherst, Notre Dame, St Mary and St Michael, and Vauvert. The school's motto is Qui veult peult (Those who want to, can). —

Quick facts

Legal form: State-funded
Established: 2023 · 3 years
Coverage: Bailiwick Wide
Facilities: Accessible Parking, Accessible Entrance
Industries served: Education
Specialises in: Sixth Form, Special Educational Needs, Secondary Education

People3

Mrs Verona Tomlin — Principal
Mr Jason Dodd — Vice Principal - Behaviour and Inclusion
Mr Mark Ward — Vice Principal - Teaching and Learning

Hours

Mon: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Tue: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wed: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thu: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed

Contact

Phone: +44 1481 226571
Email: LVH.office@education.gg
Website: lvhs.gg
Social
Address: Les Varendes, St Andrews, Guernsey GY6 8TD

History2

Key dates and recorded company events for Les Varendes High School.

1985—Guernsey Grammar School established · The school was formerly known as Guernsey Grammar School.
2024—Sixth Form Centre separated and relocated · The Sixth Form Centre moved to the La Mare de Carteret building.

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