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Politics Conference

On Monday 11th March St Clement Danes Politics students travelled up to London to attend the A Level Politics Conference. They joined over 1000 students from around the country at the Methodist Central Hall in Westminster for a packed day of speeches from politicians and Human Rights activists. The line-up exposed the students to a broad range of political views including Wes Streeting (Labour Shadow Cabinet), Richard Tice (Reform Party), Jacob Rees-Mogg (Conservative MP), Zack Polanski (Green Party Deputy Leader) and Sarah Olney (Lib Dem MP). The speakers provoked a wide range of reactions, from effusive cheering to loud ‘booing’, from the audience during the Question and Answer sessions at the end of their speeches but the stand out speaker for the audience seemed to be Zack Polanski who was in full campaign mode and spoke with passion. The last session was an open Question and Answer session with Rory Steward and Alastair Campbell who were recording for their podcast ‘The Rest is Politics’. It was a really enjoyable day and the students all agreed it was worth doing again.

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15th July

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.