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Farewell to Our Year 13s!

The time finally arrived for St Clement Danes to say a fond farewell to our Year 13 students and to wish them luck for their upcoming A level examinations. The last day went brilliantly with everyone tropically attired to match a Hawaiian theme with bright coloured shirts and floral necklaces on display. All students gathered in the Barbirolli Hall in the morning before heading outside to enjoy some sporting fun and games amidst glimpses of sunshine. 

During the farewell assembly, Mr Sutherland thanked the students for overcoming all the barriers that had been set in their path, especially during the Covid years, and made special mention to all the staff who have always been there along the way to support the students. Mr Arnold also wished the students well and urged them to stay in touch with St Clement Danes through our alumni network, Future First. The most important speeches were reserved for last as the outgoing Senior Prefect Team, led by Marcus and Simran Lily, spoke about the special journey that the year group had made together sharing some poignant and also amusing moments. 

The barbecue in the Carey building was the perfect way to round off a day of celebration and reflection as students and Sixth Form tutors and teachers enjoyed a veritable feast expertly prepared by Mr Biswell. So, we say farewell to our Year 13 students and will miss their presence every day. We know that they stand on the cusp of great achievements not only this summer but beyond. Good luck, Year 13, and stay in touch!

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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.