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Humphry Davy School 6 Mar 2025 We had an amazing day today for World Book Day! Some brilliant costumes could be spotted as you walked around the school, we always love guessing who everyone is meant to be! As well as amazing costumes, this year's World Book Day saw our classrooms transformed into gateways to some of literature's most iconic worlds. As part of our Door Decorating Competition, students were challenged to design the inside of their classroom doors inspired by a chosen book – and they certainly delivered. From The Hungry Caterpillar to The Secret Garden, each door showcased creativity, teamwork, and a clear love of reading. The attention to detail was incredible, with designs featuring everything from hand-drawn characters to 3D props and powerful quotes. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcement of the winning door!

Humphry Davy School 5 Mar 2025 Gool Peran Lowan everyone! What a proud moment for the Humphry Davy musicians today as they took part in the annual St Piran’s Day parade in Penzance. Our school were represented by our Year 7 saxophone program, music scholars, wind band and of course, Mr Bosworth leading on the big bass drum. For Jemima one of our Year 11 music scholars this was her last and 10th parade! Well done Jemima!

Humphry Davy School 6 Apr 2025 Our HDS 2025 ski trip is now well underway! Whilst it was a long journey, the coach and ferry travel went smoothly, and our students have been been fantastic HDS ambassadors! Docking at Calais yesterday, the journey continued overnight, and today they enjoyed lunch by the side of a spectacular river en route. Arriving safely in Les Orres, they’ve had a jam packed afternoon! Quickly settling into their rooms, they received an orientation tour of the resort followed by boot/equipment fitting and, having just finished a fantastic meal, they are now snowballing in the evening sun! Everyone is looking forward to a good nights sleep before hitting the slopes in the morning. Check back tomorrow to see all the action from their first day! #HDSSki2025

Humphry Davy School 4 Apr 2025 Our latest newsletter is now available on our website. Have a great Easter everyone, see you all on Tuesday 22nd April! https://humphrydavy.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/document/April-2025.pdf?t=1743770706?ts=1743771129

Humphry Davy School 4 Apr 2025 ‘Beyond The Labels’ is a lunchtime group that has been run by local organisation RJ Working, at Humphry Davy School, since October 2024. The project introduces young people to Restorative Practice as a set of skills and a way of working together which supports leadership and teamwork. Youth Workers from the RJ Working team have supported students in Years 9, 10 and 11 to build a safe and supported space to make connections, and explore issues related to identity. The group celebrates the ways in which we are different, and also the ways in which we are same, by finding the threads that connect us. These sessions have included games and creative activities; looking at issues that are important to them and how to challenge stereotypes and overcome prejudice. The ‘Beyond The Labels’ group decided that they wanted to do something to share the values of their group with the wider community. The result is a beautiful mural that they designed and painted on our school grounds. The artwork is a stunning display of colour and natural shapes. Filled with words that are of great importance to us as a school, as well as a special someone who we hold very dear to our hearts. Our very own resident cat, Minstrel (who is still happily enjoying his retirement), has earned his place on the beautiful wall for all to see. It has been so lovely hearing all the comments of admiration and support as other students and staff move about the school throughout the day. The weather has certainly been on our side, with beautiful sunshine beaming down on our team as they transformed this blank canvas into their vision. Thank you RJ Working for helping their idea come to life and a big ‘well done’ to our students for creating such a stunning mural for our school community to enjoy for years to come. RJ Working

Humphry Davy School 3 Apr 2025 On Monday, we hosted our first ever trampoline event for local secondary schools. The amazing trampolines are a new addition to the PE department and have been a hugely popular afterschool club since we introduced them after Christmas. The competitors created their own 10-bounce routine and performed it in front of a panel of judges and fellow participants. The fantastic support and encouragement from everyone involved helped the performers showcase their routines with confidence and pride. The event was an outstanding success for all those who took part, there was a real sense of achievement and enjoyment. Due to its success, we are excited to announce that this will now be an annual event!

Humphry Davy School 3 Apr 2025 We are delighted to be offering a trip to Italy in 2026. This trip presents an excellent opportunity for students to explore the beautiful region of Lake Garda and Verona, immersing themselves in the rich history, culture, and cuisine of Italy. Detailed information on this fantastic adventure have been sent via Parentmail but if you have any queries please do get in touch.

Humphry Davy School 2 Apr 2025 We are once again offering Time2Move sessions during the Easter holidays. The sessions are open to all children aged 7 to 14. We are offering a range of multi-sport activities including trampolining, football, table tennis, kin ball and dancing. If your child is in receipt of Free School Meals, please use link 1 in the first instance. If this session is full, please use link 2 provided. If your child isn’t in receipt of Free School Meals, please use link 2. Link 1 (FSM): https://playwaze.com/humphry-davy-school/4r399obbm919xd/session-display?eventId=PhysicalEventSeries/112353-C Link 2 (FSM and Non FSM): https://playwaze.com/humphry-davy-school/4r399obbm919xd/session-display?eventId=PhysicalEventSeries/112225-B

Humphry Davy School 1 Apr 2025 On Friday, HDS travelled to Truro Methodist Church for the annual Music for Youth Event. This year HDS took two new ensembles for their debut performances. The first was the new Penwith Jazz Orchestra project led by Mr Bosworth. HDS facilitated students from four other schools to come together and play some quality jazz music. The jazz band played a great set, with Miles Davis's, 'Milestones', being a real highlight. Also worth a mention were the fantastic solos from Tom, Jemima and George. The other new ensemble performing were, 'All the Young Dudes', - a brand new choir focusing on highlighting lower voices. ATYD made a real impression on the judges who spoke of the importance of giving these students a voice and outlet. Lastly, a music trip is not complete without a trademark performance from our Impact choir led by Miss Kleiman. Once again, the judges commented on the detail and vocal quality in the performance. Well done to all of our music students and the music team!

Humphry Davy School 31 Mar 2025 On Thursday a small group of enthusiastic Year 7 students took part in an live online comic masterclass with Hugh Raine of The Beano! Hugh discussed the secrets of comic book creation, including Beano's iconic Betty & the Yeti. He then talked the students through a Yeti ‘drawalong’ and how to create their own comic strip. Betty & Yeti involves humorous stories about rampaging yetis and frolicking flamingos! Hugh’s latest book has just been realised and our students are looking forward to borrowing it from the library soon. All students created fantastic yetis & comic strips and have been inspired to continue with their comic book creations. Well done everyone! If anyone else would like to watch the recording and get creative over the holidays, you can with this link: https://youtube.com/live/IWQmSjB5Mnc?feature=share

Humphry Davy School 31 Mar 2025 HDS music students put on a brilliant show at this year's ‘Songfest’ in St John’s Hall, Penzance. Some great performances from Big Sing, Impact Choir and our incredible Year 10 soloist, Olivia! Well done all. ASONE Hub

Humphry Davy School 27 Mar 2025 Students were treated to performances from our talented music students yesterday lunchtime. It was lovely seeing our students ooze with confidence up on stage as they performed to their peers. What a great lunchtime! ASONE Hub

Humphry Davy School 27 Mar 2025 Year 10 GCSE Drama students had the opportunity to take part in a workshop at the Minack Theatre last Friday. The work was centred around Shakespeare's ‘The Tempest’ with emphasis on the various theatre practitioners that we have been exploring in class - Stanislavski, Brecht, Artaud and Berkoff. Associate Director, John Brolly, led a brilliant workshop with games and exercises to engage and challenge our students. Not only did our students have fun, they came away with lots of ideas to inspire them for their GCSE drama performances. It's fantastic to have such a valuable link with a professional theatre, and to be able to experience live theatre at such a stunning venue in our community. Thank you for having us.

Humphry Davy School 25 Mar 2025 On Thursday, our Year 7 boys competed in an indoor cricket competition at Truro where they played against three Cornish schools. There were some strong batting displays with Thomas hitting an amazing six! A notable team performance saw HDS score 97 runs in just 8 overs in one game. The bowling and fielding performances were definitely highlights as well, bowling all three teams out in each game. A shout out to Corey who took the most causal catch of the afternoon from close range, Ace with a superb one handed catch, Jamie and Will who displayed some exceptional run outs and, finally, Archie who performed some wonderful leg spin bowling! Considering some of the boys in the team had never played cricket before, they did a fantastic job! Well done guys!

Humphry Davy School 24 Mar 2025 We are once again offering Time2Move sessions during the Easter holidays. The sessions are open to all children aged 7 to 14. We are offering a range of multi-sport activities including trampolining, football, table tennis, kin ball and dancing. If your child is in receipt of Free School Meals, please use link 1 in the first instance. If this session is full, please use link 2 provided. If your child isn’t in receipt of Free School Meals, please use link 2. Link 1 (FSM): https://playwaze.com/humphry-davy-school/4r399obbm919xd/session-display?eventId=PhysicalEventSeries/112353-C Link 2 (FSM and Non FSM): https://playwaze.com/humphry-davy-school/4r399obbm919xd/session-display?eventId=PhysicalEventSeries/112225-B

Humphry Davy School 24 Mar 2025 Last week we hosted a fantastic Spring Recital at HDS, with a mixture of talent on display. The focus of this show was to celebrate the excellent work of our peripatetic teachers, with all the pieces performed being chosen by them and their students. There were some fantastic performances from our regular ensembles: Big Sing, Ukulele group & Wind Band as well as a wide variety of soloists. Even a bass guitar trio, which we think is a HDS first! Also worth a special mention was our newly formed saxophone ensemble who, after having had a terms worth of lessons in a large group, can't wait to sign up to regular lessons and join one of our bands. A big thank you to all our amazing music teachers, you outdid yourselves once again!

Humphry Davy School 21 Mar 2025 Red Nose Day has been good fun here at HDS. Lots of red clothing could be seen as you walked around the school and we loved this years red noses! A blast from the past, celebrating noses from years gone by, to mark 40 years of comic relief! Thank you to everyone who donated and to those who also donated Easter eggs which we are very excited to deliver. #dosomethingfunnyformoney

Humphry Davy School 14 Mar 2025 Four of our music groups were entered into the Cornwall Music Festival at Truro’s Methodist Church this year. Over two days our students competed in this lovely community event. The first day of the festival saw our Jazz Band and Band of Fiasco, led by Mr Bosworth, putting on a fantastic performance and really standing out amongst the competition. On the second day there were brilliant performances from two of our school choirs. Big Sing sang beautifully under the expert direction of our visiting music teacher Holly Turton-Sangster. In the senior category competing against Truro school choristers and sixth formers were Impact Choir. Miss Kleiman and the singers’ sound was incredibly well rehearsed and refined - a brilliant performance. It was a wonderful celebration of music in the region and our students did us proud. Well done to everyone who took part.

Humphry Davy School 13 Mar 2025 Year 10 students visited St Ives this week as part of their Human Geography enquiry. Students were there to collect data to prove or disprove their hypothesis: “Traffic management in St Ives is ineffective”. Students this year took the train to St Ives to evaluate alternative transport options to cars. This was a lovely experience other than one trip where the morning train was cancelled, however, it allowed students to see the impacts of cancelled public transport! When in St Ives, students completed questionaries with members of the public, completed traffic and pedestrian counts and carried out a land-use survey on the different types of buildings in St Ives. This data has enabled students to reach a decision as to whether they think traffic is managed effectively or not in the local area. Our Year 10 students will complete the next part of the fieldwork process in school (data analysis, presentation and evaluation) in preparation for their final exam in Year 11. Well done Year 10!

Humphry Davy School 10 Mar 2025 As part of World Book Day this year students and staff transformed classroom doors into gateways to some of literature's most iconic worlds. As part of our Door Decorating Competition, students were challenged to design the inside of their classroom doors inspired by a chosen book – and they certainly delivered. Congratulations to our winning door - this charming depiction of the well known children's book 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'! We just loved it!

Humphry Davy School 6 Mar 2025 We had an amazing day today for World Book Day! Some brilliant costumes could be spotted as you walked around the school, we always love guessing who everyone is meant to be! As well as amazing costumes, this year's World Book Day saw our classrooms transformed into gateways to some of literature's most iconic worlds. As part of our Door Decorating Competition, students were challenged to design the inside of their classroom doors inspired by a chosen book – and they certainly delivered. From The Hungry Caterpillar to The Secret Garden, each door showcased creativity, teamwork, and a clear love of reading. The attention to detail was incredible, with designs featuring everything from hand-drawn characters to 3D props and powerful quotes. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcement of the winning door!

Humphry Davy School 5 Mar 2025 Gool Peran Lowan everyone! What a proud moment for the Humphry Davy musicians today as they took part in the annual St Piran’s Day parade in Penzance. Our school were represented by our Year 7 saxophone program, music scholars, wind band and of course, Mr Bosworth leading on the big bass drum. For Jemima one of our Year 11 music scholars this was her last and 10th parade! Well done Jemima!

Humphry Davy School 6 Apr 2025 Our HDS 2025 ski trip is now well underway! Whilst it was a long journey, the coach and ferry travel went smoothly, and our students have been been fantastic HDS ambassadors! Docking at Calais yesterday, the journey continued overnight, and today they enjoyed lunch by the side of a spectacular river en route. Arriving safely in Les Orres, they’ve had a jam packed afternoon! Quickly settling into their rooms, they received an orientation tour of the resort followed by boot/equipment fitting and, having just finished a fantastic meal, they are now snowballing in the evening sun! Everyone is looking forward to a good nights sleep before hitting the slopes in the morning. Check back tomorrow to see all the action from their first day! #HDSSki2025

Humphry Davy School 4 Apr 2025 Our latest newsletter is now available on our website. Have a great Easter everyone, see you all on Tuesday 22nd April! https://humphrydavy.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/document/April-2025.pdf?t=1743770706?ts=1743771129

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