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New 3G Pitch at SCD

We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new state of the art LED floodlit 3G Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) on site. The pitch has been a long time in the planning and we are extremely thankful to have been awarded the grant to help complete this project by the Premier League & The FA Facilities Fund (PL/FA:FF). The Anchor Fund and the St Clement Danes Parents’ Association have also pledged significant support of £20,000 and £15,000 respectively. The PA and Anchor Fund will need your continued support to realise these targets. CCYFC are the key partner club in the project and contributed £15,000 to the project. We are thrilled to provide so many local children and families such a wonderful facility in the evenings and weekends. The project would not have been possible without the considerable support of the Holborn Estate Charity. Their generosity and commitment to St Clement Danes continues to make a real and lasting difference to young people’s lives and experiences. 

The pitch will provide a fantastic teaching, training and sporting facility for our school and will also be a high quality asset to be used by local clubs and community groups during the evening, weekend and holiday periods. This is an exciting an opportunity for SCD students on their school journey, who will primarily benefit in having access to such to a high-quality playing surface.

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Celebrating 50 years of excellence

  On Friday 3rd July, St Clement Danes School celebrated a monumental milestone: 50 years of educational excellence. The school opened its doors to past pupils, former staff, distinguished dignitaries and community pillars to reminisce, reconnect, and celebrate five decades of history, growth and community spirit.   Most significantly, the event served as a joyful homecoming for the pioneering alumni of the 1975 and 1976 cohorts, the very first pupils and staff to walk the school's corridors. Led by a stellar team of Sixth Form Head Prefects and Prefects, these returning guests were treated to guided tours of the school. For many, it was an emotional journey of nostalgia; while they recognised several of the school's original architectural features, they were amazed to see how the site has evolved, literally doubling in size since those early days in the mid-1970s.   During the celebrations, Mr Toby Sutherland shared a delightful history lesson regarding the school's official grand opening on 5th May 1978 by HRH The Duke of Gloucester. In an amusing contrast to the beautiful, sun-drenched weather of this 2026 anniversary, which stood out as one of the hottest days of the year, that original opening day in 1978 famously turned out to be the wettest.   Fortunately, the glorious sunshine this year allowed guests to fully enjoy the outdoor festivities, with lively garden games bringing laughter and friendly competition to the afternoon. To accompany the high spirits, Mr Howard Biswell prepared a truly magnificent and delicious afternoon tea that was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance.   The afternoon was also a vibrant celebration of the school's rich musical heritage. Guests were treated to outstanding performances by current St Clement Danes musicians, showcasing the creative talent nurtured at the school today. A standout, heartwarming moment of the day was a nostalgic rendition of "You Make Me Feel So Young," sung beautifully by Mr Butterfield.   As St Clement Danes looks forward to the next 50 years, the strength of its alumni, the dedication of its staff, and the enduring spirit of Loyauté m’oblige ensure that its legacy of excellence will continue to shine brightly.