Francis Howitt (OW 1947)

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Sicut Lilium

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Our latin motto, still at the heart of our daily philosophy, carries a deep and spiritual meaning. It is an encouragement to flourish and to focus on what matters in life.

The School was informed by his niece Jane that Francis had sadly passed away on 24 August 2017.

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3 June 2026

Music, mayhem and Marmaduke! Partner primary schools join us in a show to remember

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2 June 2026

From woodland to waterfront: Lower Sixth fieldwork in the North West

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14 May 2026

Lower School Theatre Academy brings Grimm’s stories to life

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12 May 2026

Philosothon Team crowned National Philosothon champions

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11 May 2026

LSE professor praises pupils’ “impressive” new economics journal

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8 May 2026Sixth Form

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Music, mayhem and Marmaduke! Partner primary schools join us in a show to remember

From woodland to waterfront: Lower Sixth fieldwork in the North West

Lower School Theatre Academy brings Grimm’s stories to life

Philosothon Team crowned National Philosothon champions

LSE professor praises pupils’ “impressive” new economics journal

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