The Mehr Licht Community
Our Mehr Licht Community brings together the many strands of our annual programme of events - open to parents, pupils, alumnae and friends of the school. Whether joining us for a talk or singing at a concert, we look forward to welcoming you to South Hampstead.
Coming up
Nominate an inspirational South Hampstead alumna for the GDST Alumna of the Year Awards 2026. As we celebrate our 150th anniversary, help ensure South Hampstead is represented by putting forward an alumna who inspires you. Deadline for nominations 1st May.
The summer Choral and Orchestral Concert brings together members from across the community to perform a range of classical works including Vivaldi’s Gloria.
A special event for senior alumnae from the Classes of 1961 and before. Join us for lunch in the Burgess Room, an archive presentation and conversation with friends,
Members of our 1876 Society are warmly invited to the annual meeting followed by drinks and a finger buffet as we mark the start of work on our 150th Anniversary wellbeing projects.
This event is for 1876 Society members only.
Celebrating the start of work on our wellbeing projects as we thank supporters and collegues who have helped us reach this groundbreaking moment.
By invitation.
GDST Talks are an opportunity for parents and staff across the Trust network to hear from relevant experts about girls’ wellbeing. For full details on the schedule for 2025/26, and to book your place please click on the link below.
The annual dinner to thank bursary board members – those who have committed to helping us support and fund the bursary programme at South Hampstead.
By Invitation
Save the date for this special anniversary event as Nicola Horlick, one of the most high-profile women to have reached the top in Britain’s financial industry, joins Head, Mrs Anna Paul in conversation to discuss finance, philanthropy and breaking down glass ceilings in an all male environment.
Join us for our 150th Anniversary Alumnae Reunion. If you would like to help us bring together your year group for this special celebration then please get in touch at: alumnae@shhs.gdst.net
A programme of activities for current staff: running club, meditation, netball, yoga, Pilates and more. Open to teaching and support staff at both the Junior and Senior Schools.
The South Hampstead Chorale is conducted by Director of Music, Mrs Sophie Ellis, and is open to parents, alumnae and friends. The choir sings at concerts throughout the year. Please contact e.jones@shhs.gdst.net for further details.
Past events
Join us for 36 hours of fun and activity to raise funds for the campaign. Pupils and staff across the school will take on a range of challenges including the whole school walk through the parks of London. Save the date and watch out for more details.
It’s 40 years since the Class of 1986 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 30 years since the Class of 1996 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 25 years since the Class of 2001 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 60 years since the Class of 1966 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 20 years since the Class of 2006 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 10 years since the Class of 2016 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
It’s 50 years since the Class of 1976 left South Hampstead and we invite you all to return for the Annual Tea to celebrate your reunion and reconnect with friends, contemporaries and former staff.
Make sure you save the date and start putting together your team for the ever popular FOSH Quiz night. We look forward to welcoming parents, alumnae and staff teams and tables for an evening of fun and fundraising for the 150th Anniversary Campaign.
Get your thinking cap on and join us in Waterlow Hall for the annual Junior School PTA Quiz. Tickets can be booked via ParentPay.
Open to Junior School parents and teachers.
A series of online seminars around teaching practice at South Hampstead. The first seminar will give a clear and pratical view of the current AI landscape at South Hampstead and how we expect it to shape your daughter’s learning environment.
These events are open to all current parents.
Future-ready leadership – building your human capabilities in the AI era. South Hampstead Alumna and Parent Victoria Rennoldson joins us for an inspiring, interactive and practical conversation on what it takes to become a global leader.
Martin Lewis from MoneySavingExpert joins us to share his advice and discuss female financial literacy and university finance with Sixth Form pupils. This event is open to partner schools and GDST pupils online.
Save the date for our first Speaker Series Debate where pupils will explore the role of AI in education alongside leading public experts including Lena Chauhan co-founder of GEN:R (Generation Responsible AI).
The festival concludes this year at South Hampstead with brilliance and exuberance. Join us for a ‘Romantic Revolution’ with works by Fanny Mendelssohn, Huw Watkins and Schumann. Find full details of the programme and book your tickets below. Under 16’s go free.
Join the GDST’s Festive Drinks Evening on Thursday 27th November, for the final of the GDST Alumna of the Year Award (AOTY) 2025.
Friends of South Hampstead (FOSH) are excited to invite you to the annual wine tasting. Open to all parents and friends, this is a fun social evening in the run up to the festive season with all proceeds going to the school projects.
Book your seat at our biennial fundraiser for bursaries. An evening which brings together the whole community for an evening of celebration and mission as we seek to create opportunity for bright young women.
A champagne reception, the launch of our 150th Anniversary Campaign and a chance to meet our special guests, Jim Carter OBE, Dame Imelda Staunton and their daughter Bessie Carter. The reception will be followed by the Speaker Series ‘in conversation’ event.
Tickets £150 with all proceeds to our 150th Anniversary Campaign
Want to improve your public speaking skills, perfect your presentations, or simply reduce nerves? Join us for a full day workshop for professionals, led by our expert Debate Hub coach .
For more details or to sign up follow the link below.
We have a host of exciting offers in our silent and live auctions, including a year’s membership of the Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club and lunch with your daughter at the Junior School. Get bidding now via our auction website.