This week It has been a very busy last week of term with a number of GCSE and A level examinations and practical assessments taking place. On Tuesday, we enjoyed the “Gymtastic” gymnastics show and the following evening we welcomed parents of Year 8 pupils to Parents’ Evening. The gymnastics was a wonderful showcase of the hard work and talent of both pupils and staff and a lovely way to end the term. As part of our programme of parental…
This week Our Spring Concert held on Thursday was a fabulous success. A varied programme included pieces by the Jazz Orchestra, Choir, Training Band, Senior Choir and Concert Band. We were delighted to welcome the Bromley Youth Music Trust Inspire Big Band along with other special guests. These were Phelan Burgoyne, Martin Speake and Rob Luft. The evening premiered a piece composed by Phelan titled ‘Sounds Like Home’, which was derived from motifs composed by Year 7 Jazz Workshop participants….
On 21st March 2018, six of our Year 9 pupils travelled to Southend for a languages competition in which they had to perform a short dialogue (some of which they had written themselves) with excellent pronunciation, expression in their voices and high accuracy. The pupils all did really well and two of our pairs advanced to the next round, seeing off some tough competition! The six pupils were: Jamie McLeod Jose Ancaja Charlotte Connelly Amrit Matharu Bea Clarin Myah Darkwah A fantastic achievement…
Students have been working on an art project over the last term linked to art therapy and the transition from primary to secondary school. The work is on display at Darrick Wood Junior School, so students, staff and parents can see the work and be inspired. Well done to all the students who have been involved with the project. Mr M Radford
This week · We welcomed our Governors on Wednesday as they visited the School and dropped into lessons. They were very impressed with what they saw and were positive in their feedback. · On Thursday, our A level Music students gave a truly outstanding recital as they performed a range of musical items with skill and flair. · Year 11 pupils have now completed their week of pre-public examinations (PPEs) in preparation for their GCSEs. Pupils should ensure that they…
Dear Carers and Parents, I am proud to announce that Darrick Wood School has launched a new audio blog. DWS audio is a short form podcasting service for young people in the Darrick Wood community. The site offers a range of content produced by and featuring our students – everything form original music compositions to plays and short stories. Our aim is to provide a platform for students to express their creative talents and produce content relevant to the lives,…
This week There was an excellent turnout for Year 10 parents’ evening. Many parents are already asking questions about how they can best support their child in their GCSE studies. Your son/daughter should be recording homework regularly in their planners and it is never too soon to start reviewing work completed in lessons. All Year 11 pupils will have brought home their reports this afternoon. We would be grateful if you could go through the comments and targets from teachers….
Darrick Wood School Music Department presents The Spring Concert Featuring; Choirs and Bands from all year groups Special Guests; Phelan Burgoyne, Martin Speake and Rob Luft And The BYMT Big Band Please download additional details here. Thursday 22nd March 2018 at 7.00pm in the Main Hall. The Music Department
This week As you are aware, the adverse weather conditions meant that we reluctantly closed the School early on Tuesday and then remained closed all week. These decisions are always difficult and we apologise for any inconvenience this caused. Finally a thaw has come over the weekend and the School will be open as normal on Monday. Our flagpole is very much a fixture of the School and a meeting point for pupils at the end of the school day….