STEM
STEM is a thriving part of life at Francis Holland Regent’s Park, where curiosity, creativity and innovation go hand in hand. Our pupils learn to think critically, problem-solve with confidence and see how Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics connect to real-world discovery.
SCIENCE
Science in the Sixth Form builds depth, independence, and leadership.
Students take part in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Olympiads, applying advanced knowledge that prepares them for university study. Sixth Formers also lead clubs, mentor younger peers, and serve as Science Ambassadors, inspiring the next generation. Our annual We Do Physics symposium brings together girls from local schools to collaborate on advanced topics and hear from inspiring speakers, reinforcing our commitment to increasing female representation in Physics. Alongside MedSoc, Dissection Club, and Biology Society, these opportunities empower students to see themselves as learners, leaders, and future scientists.
TECHNOLOGY
Technology in the Sixth Form equips students with the digital skills essential for university and future careers.
A Level Computer Science develops expertise in coding, algorithms, and systems design, while pupils also take part in national challenges such as UK Bebras, the Oxford Coding Challenge, and CyberFirst. Students use tools like data loggers and Excel to analyse results, gaining valuable data science experience. With 3D printing, Robotics, AI-powered learning, and global initiatives like NASA’s Space Apps Challenge and the British Informatics Olympiad, students learn to innovate, collaborate, and lead. We were delighted to be shortlisted for the TES Best Use of Technology Award in 2025.
ENGINEERING
Engineering in the Sixth Form is built on ambition, innovation, and teamwork.
Students excel in national competitions such as the Industrial Cadet Gold Award, winning Project of the Year multiple times, and the European Space Agency’s CanSat challenge, where they design and launch their own mini-satellites. Trips to university labs, engineering lectures, and collaborative workshops further extend their learning beyond the classroom. With women still underrepresented in Engineering and Physics, we are committed to empowering our Sixth Formers with the confidence, skills, and role models they need to lead and thrive in these fields. Our Hale Lectures and Women in Tech series are a perfect example of this, with recent guests including Louise Laing, Founder of Phygital Twin, and Karoline Lende, Senior Software Engineer at Multiverse.
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics in the Sixth Form nurtures ambitious, independent thinkers. Alongside A-Level Mathematics, our Further Mathematics programme offers exceptional stretch, valued by top universities, especially for Engineering and Science pathways.
Students engage in challenges such as the British Mathematical Olympiad for Girls, UKMT Senior Challenge, and the Teddy Rocks Essay Competition, while many also explore creativity in the Desmos Art Competition. Lower Sixth students can attend Mathematics Inspiration Lectures at the Cambridge Theatre, and the Weekly Senior Mathematics Club fosters collaboration and advanced problem-solving. Enrichment events, including the Cypher Challenge, develop logical reasoning, and Sixth Formers mentor younger pupils in competitions like the Junior Team Challenge, often progressing to the Kangaroo round. Every two years, the Mathematics and Physics departments run a NASA trip in Houston, where students compete internationally and see STEM in action. By combining creativity with rigor, we prepare our girls for university success and to become analytical, adaptable problem-solvers of the future.
