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A fantastic effort by DT Faculty to produce PPE for NHS!

 A fantastic effort is being made by members of the SCD Design Faculty to produce PPE items for essential use by NHS staff. DT staff are joining DT staff UK wide to assist the NHS by using their innovative skills during these challenging times.  Last week Product Design Subject Leader, Mrs Lalli, and Technology Technician Mrs Andrews rose to the challenge and were busy designing and making PPE wear for NHS staff using a 3D printer. Their goal was to produce one hundred shields and they turned their classrooms into a production line! 

This week Mrs Lalli and Mrs Andrews are using a more basic design method using a laser cutter to make headbands and draft excluder to cushion the shield. Whilst rudimentary, it means they can produce far more equipment in a shorter amount of time and get the shields to where they are most needed. Our amazing staff are hoping to complete the production of the one hundred shields today! 
 
It is inspiring to see the skills that our students are taught being used to produce potentially lifesaving products. 

An additional note! Mrs Lalli delivered face shields to a GP surgery in Watford, which were greatly appreciated by the staff. Pictured above is one of the doctors wearing his shield.  Mrs Andrews was also able to deliver seventeen face shields to a group of community nurses in Oxford, and a further fifteen are due to be delivered to Harefield Hospital via caretaker Mr John Healy. Well done Mrs Lalli and team, and to all staff who have played a part in the distribution of shields - a truly fantastic help to our wonderful NHS!

Please see the gallery below for photographs of their amazing work.

 

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26th February

Celebrating our inclusion in National Top 200 Sporting schools list

We are proud to announce our inclusion in the prestigious list of the top 200 sporting schools in the country, achieving an impressive 62nd place ranking nationally. This recognition, recently highlighted by the Watford Observer, places the school among the elite educational institutions for sporting achievement in the United Kingdom. The "Top 200" list is compiled annually by School Sport Magazine, which utilises a rigorous methodology to determine the most successful schools across the nation. Unlike subjective polls, these rankings are based purely on performance in national competitions. The magazine analyses results across more than 20 different sports and over 120 different national competitions, awarding points based on how far a school progresses. Particular weight is given to reaching the final stages of prestigious national cups and championships, meaning the list serves as a direct reflection of a school’s competitive reach and its ability to succeed at the highest levels of school sport. Our climb to the 62nd spot this year is a direct result of several standout performances on the national stage across a variety of disciplines. Our Senior Girls reached the ESFA Football National Semi-Finals, showcasing incredible teamwork and skill against the best in the country. Our golfers also excelled on the national stage, finishing as National Finalists ranked number 9 in the country in the English Schools’ Team Championship. Additionally, the Inter Boys squad demonstrated exceptional talent and athleticism by qualifying for the National Track & Field Final, while the U16 Boys’ determination saw them progress deep into their season to reach the National Vase Regional Final. These milestones represent countless hours of training, immense dedication from both pupils and staff and a tenacious competitive spirit that defines the St Clement Danes community. While the school is incredibly proud of these elite achievements and our high standing in the national rankings, we recognise that these statistics only tell part of the story. Our core values are built on the belief sport extends far beyond the trophy cabinet or a leaderboard. Our focus remains firmly on participation as well as performance, ensuring our programme is inclusive, meaningful and accessible for all, not just those competing at the highest level.  Sport is for all, and whether a pupil is representing the school in a national final or discovering a lifelong passion for physical activity in a lunchtime club, our goal is to create a culture where every pupil feels empowered to stay active. We remain committed to providing a diverse range of opportunities that cater to all abilities, ensuring every pupil can enjoy the physical and mental benefits of sport.  Congratulations to all our pupil-athletes, coaches and supportive parents who have helped make this national recognition possible.