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Headlines is our monthly newsletter which seeks to convey a flavour of the vast number of activities and events which go on at the school. Parents receive it directly via Arbor, our email and messaging system. Please click on the link below to access the most recent edition of Headlines, whereby you will also be able to browse back issues of Headlines, via the drop down menu in the top right hand corner in order to get a taste of what life at St Clement Danes is really like. For editions of Headlines prior to October 2022, please browse the archive below.  

 

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Posted on: 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.
Posted on: 30th January

Badminton Tournament 2025

The school recently hosted an exciting Badminton Tournament, which began on 29th November during lunchtime and concluded with the finals on 24th January. The tournament saw participation from over 50 students across multiple divisions, creating a vibrant and competitive atmosphere in the Sports Hall. The finals featured intense matchups across four divisions: Division 1: Aaryan V & Dara M vs. D U & Jaimin V Division 2: Evie B & Shiloh S vs. Aabis J & Tobi K Division 3: Hari R & Nishad M vs. Dylan Mc & Ben T Division 4: Japesh P & Sean Y vs. Alex B & Rithvik N Each final was played as a best-of-three games, with each game being played to 21 points. The atmosphere in the Sports Hall was electric as players showcased their skills and determination. A special thanks goes to Mr. Varsani & Mr. Taylor for organising and running such a fantastic competition. Their dedication helped make this event a great success, bringing together students in the spirit of sportsmanship and competition.