Berkhamsted celebrates opening of new Sixth Form building

Year 13 students enjoyed their first week in the brand new Sixth Form building at Berkhamsted School.

We are delighted to announce that our new Sixth Form is now open and in use. Named after leading architect and Old Berkhamstedian, the Zaha Hadid Building is purpose-built to foster independence and collaboration, preparing our students for life beyond Berkhamsted.

Students were buzzing with excitement as they took their first steps into the state-of-the-art building. The impressive size and space of the building, with secure keycard entry, offers a learning environment tailored to the needs of Sixth Form students as they transition from school to adulthood.

Year 13 settled in this week, making use of the modern work spaces to prepare for their upcoming exams, or unwinding with a coffee in our brand-new café and social space. In our innovatively designed classrooms, students now sit around boardroom-style tables to promote student-led discussion and debate. This style of learning, built around the Harkness Model, encourages active learning and prepares students for university and the workplace.

The open-plan design of the building imitates modern offices and inspires students to grow into independent young adults. Our dedicated ‘Future Zone’ is open for local entrepreneurs to co-work and meet with our students, offering vital advice and networking opportunities far beyond the realms of the classroom.

With its distinct identity and design, the Zaha Hadid Building provides the space for students to flourish as they take the next steps in their Berkhamsted journey and look to the future.