Davenant Foundation School News

GCSE RESULTS

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:00:17 GMT

The publication of G.C.S.E. results completes an excellent summer of results for Davenant students. Following the A Level results, we are able to announce that 86% of Year 11 achieved 5A*-C grades with 84% achieving this with Maths and English Language included.

Record A-Level Results

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:46:13 GMT

Congratulations to all our Sixth Form students who have received examination results. We are
delighted to report that so many of them achieved their personal targets and can be proud of their
efforts.

Interview with Ms Green - Co-captain of England Women‘s Rugby 7s squad

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:15:17 GMT

Ms Sonia Green, P.E teacher and Co-capitain of England Women's Rugby 7s squad takes time out to be interviewed by KIm Coles of Davenant International. Ms Green is currently in Moscow competing in the European 7s championship.

Don‘t Discriminate Project Update

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:50:30 GMT

The D2 Don't Discriminate project is celebrating its success at the Epping Forest Open Day on Saturday, 26th June.

Spanish Blog for New Year 7s

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:49:05 GMT

Y6, if you want to prepare for your new term in Davenant with introductory French and Spanish, click on the link on the languages website,

Fronter for Parents

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:07:29 GMT

Thank-you to all parents and carers who attended our evening to introduce parents to Fronter.

NCB Children in the News

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:04:34 GMT

A new section has been added to our website to publish newsletters from NCB, Children in the News. These can be found under the 'Parents' link.

Bologne Trip - Year 7

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 15:05:38 GMT

The sun was shining and the air was warm, what a great day to spend a few hours across the channel visiting Boulogne with its Nausicaa (the aquarium) and the beach.

Jack Petchey Awards

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:17:26 GMT

Two Year 13 students from Davenant have been awarded 'Jack Petchey Outstanding Achiever' awards for their achievement and services to Sports and Music.

Kgorathuto High School

Mon, 24 May 2010 09:16:20 GMT

Please find below a copy of the recent newsletter from our link school in South Africa, Kgorathuto High School.

Davenant Mock Elections

Thu, 6 May 2010 15:48:15 GMT

In a much anticipated Davenant mock election, the Conservatives stormed to a landslide victory with 40% of the vote.

Davenant Elections

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:45:31 GMT

Elections will be running at Davenant, alonside the real elections.

Year 9 District Sport Champions

Wed, 5 May 2010 12:07:11 GMT

Our congratulations go to our Year 9 boys football team on their victory against Debden Park in the final of the West Essex District Cup.

Governors Agree Long-Term Objectives 2010 – 2014

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:26:03 GMT

Following meetings of governors as well as consultation with staff and parents through the Home-School Links Group, a new set of school objectives has been agreed for the next four years.

Yr 9 District Football Final

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:39:14 GMT

We need your support!

MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, DANCE AND DRAMA

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:15:05 GMT

On Saturday 10th July 2010, over 300 Davenant students will take part in a Festival of Music, Dance and Drama in a format similar to our two very successful ones held in 2003 and 2007. This occasion will also act as a fund-raising event for the music tour to Italy that leaves on 18th July, one week later, and is compulsory for all students on this tour.

BARCELONA 2010

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:30:06 GMT

A group of students from Davenant went on a football tour in Barcelona during the Easter Holidays. Their tour was sponsored by Original Features.

Davenant Foundation School welcomed to London 2012’s Get Set Network

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:43:29 GMT

On Friday, 19th March, Pupils and teachers at Davenant Foundation School celebrated when they were officially presented with their plaque to welcome them in to London 2012’s Get Set Network, in recognition of their commitment to the Olympic and Paralympic Values.

Ex Students Receive Film Making Award Associated with BAFTA

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:08:25 GMT

Our congratulations go to Megan Salter and Sara Harrak, both ex-students of Davenant.

Matthew Robinson-Jaye one of the recipients of the RBS Daily Mail Real Rugby Heroes

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:04:53 GMT

Matthew Robinson-Jaye, a Year 9 student at Davenant, is among the first ten RBS Daily Mail Schools Real Rugby Heroes, an annual award which will recognise those who beaver away in the background, largely unheralded, for rugby in their school.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/rugbyunion/article-1257297/RBS-Daily-Mail-Real-Rugby-Heroes-Matthews-passion-winner.html#ixzz0iFpuNXnZ

World Book Day in the Library

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:55:30 GMT

Davenant students enjoyed a range of activities to celebrate World Book Day in the Library, students watched and listened to the World Book Day £1 book authors reading their stories from the Read to a Million Kids website www.readtoamillionkids.co.uk .

DFS Welcomed to London 2012‘s Get Set Network

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 10:59:49 GMT

Pupils and teachers at Davenant Foundation School celebrated today when they were the first Essex School to be officially welcomed in to London 2012’s Get Set Network, in recognition of their commitment to the Olympic and Paralympic Values. Please click here to view full details http://www.essexlegacy.org/news/davenant-foundation-school---1st-school-welcomed-to-london-2012-get-set-network/

PLEASE VOTE! - EX STUDENTS NOMINATED FOR FILM MAKING AWARD IN ASSOCIATION WITH BAFTA

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:24:42 GMT

Megan Salter and Sara Harrak, who attended Davenant up until 2008, have been making films in their spare time since leaving Davenant. In January they made a short film called 'AWOL' (Absence Without Leave) which they entered into a competiton called First Light Film Making Awards; it was sent off with all the other applications to the panel at BAFTA.

Essex Book Awards

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 21:30:28 GMT

Davenant Library is taking part in these awards for the fourth year running. Students from years 7-9 read 6 books chosen by the Essex Schools Library Service and vote for their favourite.

Holocaust Memorial Day

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 21:12:55 GMT

Davenant Foundation School Library commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day in a variety of ways.

E-Safety

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 20:57:23 GMT

Recent Government Guidelines have announced that schools must cover E-Safety as part of their curriculum. We are proud to announce that this important topic has been embedded in our PSHE and ICT curriculum for some time.

Anti-Discrimination and Iphones

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:30:42 GMT

Twenty students at Davenant have joined forces with Epping Forest College and West Hatch School in order to raise awareness about all kinds of discrimination.

Zone Hockey Tournament

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:14:54 GMT

At the beginning of January 2010, Davenant reached the final in a Zone Hockey Tournament.

Christmas Service

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:24:42 GMT

The Christmas Service was based upon a telling of the Nativity with some powerful links to issues that affect us in today’s world. A particular theme was homelessness and it was good that a retiring collection raised nearly £250 for the Welcome Centre for the homeless in Ilford.

Christmas Concert

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:28:39 GMT

This year’s Christmas Concert stretched over three nights and showcased the talents of over four hundred students. A repertoire of classical, jazz, pop and rock was performed by students from all year groups.

Amnesty International Greetings Card Campaign

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:24:26 GMT

The Amnesty International Greetings Card campaign has ended now, and we would like to thank everyone who supported our cause by sending a card or buying Amnesty merchandise.

International Young Leaders Award

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:47:55 GMT

Following November's successful trip to Kgorathuto High School in South Africa, 10 of our Year 13 students have been awarded International Young Leaders Awards at Bronze and Silver Level by the Youth Sport Trust and British Council.

Christmas Dinner

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:04:50 GMT

Students and Staff from Davenant all enjoyed a delicious Christmas Dinner on Friday, 10th December. Turkey was served along with all the trimmings and christmas pudding for dessert.

Amnesty International Christmas Card Appeal

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:38:58 GMT

Once a year, Amnesty International asks supporters to send cards, with messages of support, to people from around the world who are suffering from human rights abuses.

Happy 80th Birthday Harry

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 19:20:59 GMT

A surprise birthday party took place at Davenant on Friday, 23rd October during break time.

Jasmina Siadatan

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:20:37 GMT

On Thursday 15^th October 2009, 10 A’ Level Business Studies Students went to see Jasmina Siadatan; last year’s winner from The Apprentice.

Davenant Commits to Fairtrade

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:37:34 GMT

Davenant’s Fairtrade Group has prepared a policy that will mean the school will become more involved with fairtrade issues during the year ahead.

ONE WORLD WEEK

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:29:55 GMT

The week before half term has been One World Week with organisations, churches and schools focussing on the theme of global unity.

Black History Month

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:30:34 GMT

October is Black History Month and each year we have a series of special assemblies for the occasion.

UK School Games Success for Davenant Students

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:13:27 GMT

Edward Bird (age 15) and Stephanie Hahn (age 17) were selected to represent East of England in the UK School Games. Edward’s efforts were rewarded with a silver and bronze medal in track cycling and Stephanie with silver in Judo.

DAVENANT FOUNDATION SCHOOL YEAR 13 GRADUATION EVENING

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:24:47 GMT

Last year’s Sixth Form students gathered at Davenant Foundation School in order to collect certificates and awards upon their graduation from the school. The Headteacher, governors, staff and parents joined with the students to celebrate the summer’s outstanding A level results and to congratulate the students on all the other achievements of 2008-2009.

Twenty two students received the Governors Medal for Scholarship after achieving at least three Grade As in their examinations. Other awards were presented that included recognition of achievement in individual subjects, sport, music and the arts. A number of trophies were also given to students who had made special contributions to the community.

The Guest of Honour was former Davenant student, Etholle George, who now is a regular presenter on BBC Essex and on BBC Look East. Ms George compared the changes that had happened at the school since her time as a student in the 1980s with those things that had remained the same. She recalled the perseverance and determination that she had required to establish herself in the media and encouraged the students to approach their future in the same way.

Roald Dahl Week at Davenant

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 19:41:15 GMT

This year’s Roald Dahl library event, which ran from 7th to 11th September, was enthusiastically embraced by all the Year 7 students and their tutors alike.

Exam Results 2009

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:59:59 GMT

Our students produced another set of excellent examination results in 2009. The full table of results can be seen on our “Exam Results” page.

The Advanced Level results brought a highest ever proportion of A and B grades with twenty two students achieving at least three A Grades. Congratulations must go to the three students who gained places at Cambridge University but we were delighted that nearly all the 160 students gained grades that allow them to progress to their chosen destinations.

At GCSE, 85% of the students achieved 5+ A*-C grades with 78% achieving this with Maths and English included. There was a record number of A*/A grades with most students able to move on to their preferred A Level subjects.