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Drama students see DNA and Alice's Adventure Underground in London

Drama students have been busy with two recent theatre trips to London. Year 10 students went to see the National Youth Theatre’s production of DNA at their studio theatre in North London.  This was an amazing opportunity for the students to see their set exam text bought to life.  It was a superb production which really challenged the students’ own interpretations of this dark comedy and has provided them with useful insights as they refine their own concepts.

Year 12 students braved the tube on the hottest June day in 40 years to travel to The Vaults, SE1, to see an innovative, immersive production of ‘Alice’s Adventures Underground’.  This was a unique theatrical experience as the students followed the white rabbit through the rabbit hole into the crazy world of wonderland.  Some students joined the resistance movement along with Mrs McQuoid and Mrs May (who were later tried in court for eating the Queen’s tarts).  It was a magical experience that really challenged the students’ concept of what theatre can be!

Please follow links below for further information:

https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/shows/national-youth-theatre-dna-201

https://www.alice-underground.com/aau

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30th January

Teachers commended for transforming Design & Technology education

We were delighted to read that our Design and Technology teachers, Miss Yalley and Mr Hadley were featured in the Design and Technology publication.  The article discusses the transformation of the Design & Technology (D&T) department at St. Clement Danes School over the past five years. It discusses how Mr Hadley and Miss Yalley took ownership of the subject, implementing a new subject ethos based on trust, excellence, respect, and safety to foster student responsibility and independence. Key Initiatives & Changes Revamping Projects & Curriculum Introduced more challenging design projects at earlier years (Years 8 & 9). Shifted focus to design skills, problem-solving, and justifying choices over just practical outcomes. Prioritized quality over quantity in student projects. Notable projects: Year 7: Robot concepts Year 8: Articulated lamps Year 9: Branded dispensers & modular speakers Encouraging Inclusion & Diversity Created a girls-only club to boost female participation in GCSE Product Design. Sixth-form girls mentor younger students, building confidence and community. Design Ventura Competition Integrated mock coursework with the Design Ventura competition. Encouraged teamwork and prototyping to improve engagement. Use of AI & Technology Introduced cloud-based tools to make learning more accessible. Leveraged AI for idea development and communication. Professional Development & Industry Links Participating in the Teachers in Residence program to gain industry insights. Adopted industry models like the Double Diamond Design Process and Scrum-based project sprints to enhance student learning. Established workshops with industry professionals to inspire students, especially girls, to pursue design careers. Key Takeaways for Educators Adapt curriculum to student needs and school culture. Pilot new initiatives as clubs first to gauge student interest. Encourage student feedback to refine teaching methods. Be open to change and continuously evolve teaching strategies. The article ultimately encourages educators to embrace creativity, experimentation, and student collaboration in D&T education. We are very proud of our teachers for their continued hard work and dedication for each of their subject areas. Congratulations to Mr Hadley and Miss Yalley for their inspiring article and the incredible work they’ve done to transform Design & Technology at St. Clement Danes! Their dedication to fostering creativity, inclusion, and industry connections is truly commendable, and their impact on students will undoubtedly be long-lasting.