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    Debate Competition

    Twelve intrepid Year 12 pupils represented St Clement Danes School at the annual Bingham Debate Competition in South Hampstead High School on 11th July.  They competed against schools across London and each of our teams won at least one round out of four challenging '15-minutes notice' debates.  The motions included 'This House regrets the popularity of Mr Beast', 'This House believes academics and experts should not openly debate with conspiracy theorists', 'This House would abolish exams and replace them with coursework' and finally, 'This House believes that superheroes should reveal their identity to their loved ones.'  Our debaters all learned how to define a motion, explain who is most affected and to develop arguments by delineating counterfactuals. They also learned how to frame their points in the context of formal debating practices.  Our pupils used humour and flair to persuade the audience and they were a real credit to the school.  They enjoyed meeting other young people from other teams and in particular, they loved the rooftop view of London at the end of the day from the seventh floor.  

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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.