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Open Morning — Friday 25 September 2026
Prospective families joined us this morning to tour the school, meet our teachers and see life at Vita et Pax from Nursery through to Prep.
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News & Events
Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and achievements from our school community.
Upcoming Events
Oct
12
2026
School Event
School Individual Portraits
Individual pupil portrait photographs. Please ensure pupils arrive in full school uniform.
Oct
15
2026
Sports
Football Fun Day - Tottenham Hotspur (Year 2-6)
Football fun day for Year 2 to Year 6 pupils, run in partnership with Tottenham Hotspur.
Oct
19
2026
Holidays & Closures
Michaelmas Half Term
School closed for half term break
Nov
5
2026
School Event
Year 6 Visit to Trent Park
Year 6 visit to Trent Park.
Nov
10
2026
School Event
Year 6 Assembly (Parents Welcome)
Year 6 class assembly. Parents and carers are warmly invited.
Nov
11
2026
School Event
Remembrance Day Assembly & Silence
Whole-school assembly and two-minute silence to mark Remembrance Day.
Nov
12
2026
School Event
Year 5 Trip: Tower of London
Year 5 educational visit to the Tower of London.
Nov
14
2026
Parents
Firework Night
🕐 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Community fireworks evening. Families welcome.
Nov
16
2026
School Event
Anti-Bullying Week
Whole-school activities and assemblies marking Anti-Bullying Week.
Nov
16
2026
Parents
Parents Evening
Autumn term Parents Evening.
Nov
17
2026
School Event
NSPCC Virtual Assemblies (KS1 & KS2)
NSPCC safeguarding assemblies for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 pupils.
Nov
19
2026
School Event
Non-Uniform Day - Bring a Bottle (for Christmas Fayre)
Non-uniform day in exchange for a bottle donation for the Christmas Fayre tombola.
Latest News
2026
community
90 Years of Vita et Pax — Our Anniversary Celebration
On Saturday 19th September we marked 90 years of Vita et Pax, gathering families, former pupils and friends of the school at Priory Close.
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Welcome Back — Michaelmas Term 2026
Pupils returned on Thursday 3rd September for the start of Michaelmas term — a new year of learning, friendship and school life at Vita et Pax.
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sports
Sports Day 2026 — The Houses Take the Field
Sunshine, house colours and flat-out sprint finishes — watch the highlights of Sports Day 2026, captured from the air.
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A Fond Farewell to a Wonderful Trinity Term
As another school year draws to a close, we look back on a term full of performances, celebrations and community — and ahead to September.
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achievements
Celebrating Success — Academic Awards Evening 2026
Families gathered for our Academic Awards Evening, celebrating a year of effort, achievement and character across the whole school.
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A Sunny Summer Fayre for the Whole Community
Our Summer Fayre brought families together for an afternoon of stalls, games and — this year — some very special furry and scaly visitors.
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Shrek Takes to the Stage — Our Year 6 Production
Our wonderful Year 6 brought Shrek to life in a dazzling end-of-year production — a night of songs, laughter and real theatrical magic.
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Easter Egg Hunt — Hopping Into the End of Term!
As we head into the Easter break, pupils will enjoy our much-loved Easter Egg Hunt — the perfect way to celebrate the end of a wonderful term.
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International Evening Returns — Friday 20th March
One of the highlights of our school year, International Evening returns on Friday 20th March — a spectacular celebration of the diverse cultures and communities that make Vita et Pax so special.
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Mothers' Day Breakfast — Friday 13th March
We warmly invite all mothers and mother figures to join us for a special Mothers' Day Breakfast on Friday 13th March — a morning to celebrate the incredible women in our pupils' lives.
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community
World Book Day 2026 — Celebrating the Magic of Reading
Vita et Pax will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 5th March — a wonderful opportunity to ignite a love of reading across our whole school community.
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Year 4 & 5 Head to London Zoo for Educational Adventure
This week, our Year 4 and Year 5 pupils embark on an exciting educational visit to London Zoo — bringing their science and nature studies to life.
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community
A Magical Christmas Fair Brings Our Community Together
Vita et Pax Preparatory School was filled with sparkle and festive spirit as families, friends, and staff gathered for our much-loved Christmas Fair.
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Spectacular Fireworks Light Up the Vita et Pax Sky!
The school grounds were filled with colour, laughter, and celebration for our annual fireworks display.
Read moreFirst Day Back to School at Vita Et Pax
The first day back was full of excitement! From happy reunions to new adventures, our pupils are ready to learn, grow, and shine.
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Vita et Pax Headteacher Inspires Pupils Through Acts of Charity
Headteacher Mr Darren May participated in a sleep-out event for a homeless charity and led our harvest appeal for East Barnet Food Bank.
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Class 6 Visit Christ the King Church to Support BT Club
On October 9th, Class 6 participated in a wonderful community initiative with the BT Club at Christ the King Church.
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Celebrating Historical Excellence at Vita
Our budding historians achieved outstanding accomplishments in historical research and understanding.
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Junior Maths Challenge Success
Our talented mathematicians demonstrated excellence in the Junior Maths Challenge.
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Pupils Excel in the Junior Kangaroo Mathematics Challenge
Two talented mathematicians achieved outstanding results in this challenging national mathematics competition.
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Vita Pupils Shine at Queenswood Young Writers' Festival
Our students participated in the Queenswood Young Writers' Activity Morning, showcasing their creative talents.
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