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Gagan Mohindra MP Essay Competition: Runner up

Congratulations to Nikita G, our current Year 12 Politics student, who has been named a runner-up in the Gagan Mohindra MP Essay Competition. Students were invited to write an essay of up to 1,000 words, encouraging depth of thought, clarity of argument, and originality.  This competition provides a fantastic opportunity for students across the region to showcase their academic and analytical skills. It offers valuable experience for UCAS and other Higher Education applications, allowing participants to demonstrate their ability to engage with complex and topical issues.

Nikita’s essay responded to the statement: “The Government should prioritise investing in police officers over prisons.” Her insightful and well-argued piece stood out among many strong entries from across the region. We were thrilled to welcome Gagan Mohindra, the local MP for South West Hertfordshire on Thursday 6th June, where he personally congratulated Nikita on her success. 

Well done to Nikita for her achievement and for representing the school with such maturity and academic excellence.

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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.