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Post-16 Student Leadership Day Posted on: 22/06/2023

Post-16 Student Leadership Day

We have been working across the Sixth Forms in Danes Educational Trust to develop the enrichment and engagement opportunities given to our post-16 learners. On Thursday 15 June students from across the Trust came together for the first time to learn more about how to deliver most effectively in the leadership roles they have been elected to or selected for. Workshop sessions led by The Schools, Students and Teachers Network (SSAT) delivered theory around leadership skills such as communication to a range of stakeholders, realising vision by managing change and close consideration of values and principles – of an individual, of a peer group, of a school and of the extended school community.  Students were fully engaged in sharing experiences and developing reflective thought around the type of leadership they have enacted to date, and how that might be changed in new roles being undertaken. They were thoughtful and reflective in considering themselves as leaders with influence in their schools and showed drive and commitment to developing their skills as leaders.  The whole day was filled with a buzz which came from the collaborative approach of all and the energy students brought to the challenges set. It was brilliant to see the effect of bringing together like minded young people - all intent on effecting change for the good of their peers and their schools. Every school in the trust benefits from these students returning to lead their peers in key areas of school development - student voice; diversity, equality and inclusion; engagement with wider school communities. Leadership skills are key to the futures of success for our young people in all avenues after they leave school.  This day is one of many such exciting Trust post-16 experiences ahead for our students. Aisling Ryan DET Post-16 Lead Student feedback It was a very informative session that has given me a lot of courage to move forward with the leadership team using the leadership skills we were taught.  I am also pleased to feedback that we used many of these skills when planning and implementing a meeting this morning, writing an agenda, minutes and making sure we did not speak over each other. – Naomi The activities have really inspired me to want to make the most out of my time as Head Student. I have learnt lots about being an effective leader and am really excited about getting back into school and turning our plans into action. - Alex I thoroughly enjoyed the training and feel it gave us the foundations to help us make our ideas for our school culture into a reality. - Hannah Learning skills for student leadership will help me for all my future in meetings and public speaking. - Danni It was an eye opening experience that showed some basic techniques which can keep an audience engaged throughout your speech. - Ryan  
Celebrating the growth and development of our early careers teachers’ Posted on: 21/06/2023

Celebrating the growth and development of our early careers teachers’

Our annual ITT and ECT conference celebrated the growth and development of our early careers teachers’ collective commitment to lifelong learning.  The event, which was held at Hunton Park on 9  June marked a moment of joy as we celebrated the invaluable contribution that new teachers at DET: The Partnership make to our learners’ futures.  Our new cohort of trainees and Early Career Teachers have worked hard to show that education is a journey that requires adaptation and growth where collective wisdom and collaboration are key. We were fortunate to be joined by Rob Carpenter as our Keynote speaker who shared with us his Manifesto for Excellence. He inspired the audience with his unbridled commitment to making a real and lasting difference to children’s lives at school.  Nikki Railton helped us to celebrate the success of learner engagement through the Learner Voice Council. Learners from across our primary and secondary schools showcased how hard they have worked to discuss and understand how they learn and why they grow - both in and outside of the classroom.  At Danes Educational Trust, we learn from one another, to share our success and challenges, and to build a network of support that strengthens us all. Our newest teachers have shown that despite the ongoing challenges, they can amplify our vision and have real impact which will help to shape the future generation of learners.    
Art by Onslow St Audrey's students on display in Hatfield East show home Posted on: 19/06/2023

Art by Onslow St Audrey's students on display in Hatfield East show home

Following a creative competition, children from Onslow St Audrey's School have unveiled new artwork at Durkan Homes’ neighbouring Hatfield East development. Students of all ages from the school and sixth form took part in an art competition organised by the developer in partnership with school staff.  Durkan Homes gave the pupils the opportunity to create imaginative artwork for its new show home at Hatfield East. Read the full story in the Welwyn Hatfield Times.
Danes Educational Trust ranks top in Hertfordshire for all key measures in DfE report Posted on: 30/03/2023

Danes Educational Trust ranks top in Hertfordshire for all key measures in DfE report

At the beginning of March 2023 the DfE published Multi Academy Trust (MAT) performance data for the first time in three years.  Key Stage 4 performance data for Danes Educational Trust, which includes four eligible secondary schools: Chancellor’s School in Potter’s Bar, Croxley Danes School in Rickmansworth, Onslow St Audrey’s School in Hatfield, and St Clement Danes School in Chorleywood, has ensured Danes Educational Trust is ranked top in Hertfordshire for all key measures. Established in 2016 and now comprising 9 schools, the Trust is also ranked 2nd in the East of England for Attainment 8, Grade 5 and above in English and Maths and EBacc Average Point Score (APS) and 4th in the East of England for Progress 8. Nationally, for Attainment 8, Grade 5 and above in English and Maths and EBacc APS, Danes Educational Trust students are ranked in the top 10 of 193 MATs who are included in these measures and 14th nationally for Progress 8. Progress 8, a measure of students' progress from Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 4, shows on average that students who are part of Danes Educational Trust out-perform similar learners nationally by almost half a grade. The proportion of students in the Trust achieving the EBacc is also above the National Average, with 64% passing both English and Maths with a Strong Pass of Grade 5 and above as opposed to a Hertfordshire Average of 57% and a National Average of 50%. Rachel Brindley, Director of Education for secondary provision at Danes Educational Trust, said: ‘While this data should be used cautiously in light of COVID’s uneven impact and the changes that were made to exams and grading, it does bear testament to the consistently collaborative, focused, thoughtful and unwavering efforts colleagues went to to ensure our students were safe, cared for and on track for a future beyond the pandemic. After a period of so much upheaval and disruption - none of which our children should have borne - we are delighted they have achieved so much. They, their families and their broader communities should be very proud.’. Individually, Danes Educational Trust schools have also performed well. In 2022 Croxley Danes School received its first set of GCSE results with 60% achieving a Strong Pass in English and Maths, as did students at Chancellor’s School. St Clement Danes School scored in the top 10% in the country across all subjects. Onslow St Audrey’s School saw an improvement on all pre-pandemic measures over time and is well on its way - under the new and energetic leadership of Julie Jones - to becoming the school of choice for the Hatfield community. You can read the full details for trusts across the UK here: https://www.find-school-performance-data.service.gov.uk/
Danes Educational Trust held their first primary Learner Voice Council induction day at Ascot Road School Posted on: 30/01/2023

Danes Educational Trust held their first primary Learner Voice Council induction day at Ascot Road School

On 10 January, Danes Educational Trust held their first primary Learner Voice Council induction day at Ascot Road School.  The LVC programme guides pupils through university style active research where they work alongside staff to develop the teaching and learning within their school.  This work encourages pupils to become agents of change within the school community, empowering them to play a part in shaping their own lives and to go out into the world as its leaders.  The programme has been running in our secondary schools for two years and we are delighted to be able to bring the successful work to our primary schools. 60 pupils from across our four primaries took part in a series of workshops before beginning their own LVC journey.  It was a pleasure to watch our incredible LVC from Chancellor’s School lead an expert session on ‘What the LVC means to me’.  Sincere thanks to specialist practitioners Nicola Spencer, DET Oracy lead; Louise Wickenden, Associate Assistant Head SCD; and Jo West, Ascot Road Outdoor lead who led outstanding sessions on oracy, building self-confidence and Forest School.  Huge thanks to Cathy Elsley and the Ascot Road team for hosting the day and giving guest staff and pupils such a warm welcome. The pupils were an absolute credit to their schools on the day, taking part enthusiastically and wholeheartedly.  It was particularly inspiring to watch them forming links both within but also across schools.  We hope they got as much out of it as we did.  The pupils now return to their home school to take part in the LVC programme. If you would like further information on the Learner Voice Council programme, please contact Nikki Railton NRailton@scd.hert.sch.uk
Jupiter Primary School welcomes new headteacher Posted on: 28/11/2022

Jupiter Primary School welcomes new headteacher

Jupiter Primary School in Hemel Hempstead has welcomed a new headteacher. Karen Armstrong, the new headteacher at the school, has been in primary education for 18 years. She said: “From the moment I walked into Jupiter I was warmly welcomed by all and instantly felt part of a great team. I am excited about Jupiter’s journey and strive to build stronger connections and links with the community.” You can read the full story in Hemel Today. Hemel Today

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