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St Clement Danes School is celebrating a wave of sporting success, with the Year 9 boys' football team taking centre stage in the ESFA National Cup. In a thrilling match against Shenfield High, they secured a remarkable 4-3 victory. The heroics unfolded with Sammy Lees levelling the score three minutes before the final whistle and Rory O'Dwyer sealing the win with a last-minute goal. The team's next challenge awaits them at home against either Woodlands High or East Bergholt.

Not to be outdone, the Year 8 boys' basketball team have started their season on a high note. With two consecutive wins in the District League, they first triumphed over Queens with a 48-39 score, where Umair showcased his prowess as the top scorer with 14 points. Last week's game against Grange Academy saw them dominate with a 28-14 victory, featuring standout performances from Aryan.

The Year 8 girls' netball team has also made a promising start to their season. Facing Watford Girls, they secured a solid 15-8 win, with Isabella earning the well-deserved title of Player of the Match. Despite a close defeat for the B team at 5-4 in the last minute, Sofia's Player of the Match performance highlighted their commendable efforts.

Throughout the achievements, the Year 8 students at St Clement Danes School have exhibited exceptional commitment to training and a commendable competitive spirit. Their success in various sports not only showcases their individual talents but also reflects the school's dedication to fostering the students' excellent accomplishments on the field.

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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.