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An interview with SJC Medic Society Founder, Tom
Last week we interviewed SJC Medic Society Founder, Tom (Year 12), to find out more about why he wants to study Medicine at university and what inspired him to write…
The Dragon’s Community School Song – a virtual recording
The creative spirit of Dragon School is embodied in a lockdown project involving over 100 members of the school’s community. The Music department coordinated a virtual recording and film of…
The Benefits of Relocating to the South West
At the start of 2020 the biggest challenge for the housing market was Brexit: was it going to result in a downturn even though we had certainty about which direction…
Teamwork gets Stamford pupils back in the classroom
As schools across the UK face severe logistical challenges in reopening for pupils, the state and independent schools sectors are working together in Stamford to ensure that local Year 6…
Preparing for University in a Pandemic
By Michael Randall, Deputy Head, Downside School The appearance of Covid-19 and the subsequent global pandemic can be characterised as a ‘Black Swan’ event. The Black Swan theory was developed…
King’s Ely student’s ‘Two Point Six Challenge’ in aid of The DofE Award
Molly, 17, decided to complete a ‘Two Point Six Challenge’, not only to raise funds for The Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award, but to also try and make the most…
Dauntsey’s Sixth Former and brother make pizzas for NHS staff and vulnerable adults
Using locally milled flour, San Marzano tomatoes, Fior di Latte mozzarella, and basil grown in their garden, they have become experts in making their favourite food and giving it away…
Dragon Impact Amidst the Pandemic
Within these uncertain times, we hear daily of the many members of our Dragon community who are working on the front line and behind the scenes to help overcome this…
Dauntsey’s Sets Up Production for Safety Masks
Photograph shows: The Design Technology (DT) department at Dauntsey’s has been a hive of activity in its continued efforts to make face shields for frontline NHS staff. Efficient systems have…
Eastbourne College pupil is Wisden Schools Cricketer of the Year for 2019
Eastbourne College sixth former and cricket sensation, Tawanda Muyeye, joins an exclusive list as the Wisden Schools Cricketer of the Year for 2019. The announcement made today means Muyeye becomes…