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Careers Talk

We welcomed back Old Dane, Darren Coombs, who came in this week to give a Careers talk to current sixth form students studying Psychology and Sociology.

Darren left SCD in 2006 to study Criminology and International Security at Plymouth University. He left with a degree and after spending a few years working and travelling in the events industry, he applied to join the British Army as an Officer in the Royal Military Police. Darren spent 7 years in the Army and specialised as a Close Protection Team Leader before leaving for his current role as the Head of Event Security and Executive Protection for the tech giant Google.

Darren shared his experiences of leading teams across the globe, protecting members of the Royal family and famous celebrities. The students were fascinated and really enjoyed hearing about the realities, challenges and demands of the Army and the Corporate world.

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19th December

Charities Week 2025

The halls of St Clement Danes School have been buzzing with holiday cheer this week as the annual Charities Week is officially in full swing. As the Autumn Term draws to a close, pupils and staff have united to raise vital funds for three incredible causes: Endometriosis UK, Spread a Smile, and Herts Young Homeless. The school is alive with the spirit of giving, driven by a jam packed ‘Advent’ schedule designed to get everyone involved in the fundraising efforts. This year’s itinerary has been filled with exciting activities, ranging from pupil led lessons and a "Mystery Bucket" challenge to the competitive excitement of the "Elf Auction" and various competitions. Pupils have also enjoyed the classic "Sponge the Teacher" event and a visit to Santa’s Grotto, ensuring the festive atmosphere is matched only by the community’s generosity. Beyond the classroom activities, pupils have been sharing the festive spirit with the wider community. On 18th December, the SCD Senior Choir paid a special visit to Chorleywood Manor Care Home. The residents were treated to a beautiful selection of Christmas carols, featuring performances by members of the Chamber Choir, Evensong Choir, and the Barbershop Choir. Year 12 pupils Immy and Chrissie noted that "it was a very joyful occasion and it was lovely to see the residents joining in and looking so happy." The success of such a busy week relies heavily on pupil leadership, and the school extends a massive vote of thanks to Year 13 for their incredible hard work and dedication. Their enthusiasm have been the driving force behind this week's fundraising efforts. The week is set to conclude on Friday with the Grand Finale: the highly anticipated Sixth Form Revue, promising a spectacular end to a week of community, charity and celebration.