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Sporting Success at SCD

We had a fantastic all school sports day earlier this month, with the weather on our side and the students enthusiastic and raring to go for the first time in two years. It was wonderful to see everyone eager to participate and support their fellow team mates and friends.

The overall winner of the day was Lincoln – but this was no easy feat with heavy competition from the other houses.

Some key highlights from the day were the Year 10 Pentathlon winners, there was a fantastic performance by George Hawkins in the 800m to take 1st place with Louise Catignani who made a last push to take the win for the girls.

Well done and a big thank you to the PE faculty and all the teachers involved in ensuring it was an action packed and fun filled day for all.

With other sporting successes also listed below:

Football 

Year 7, 8 & 9 boys District league final winners

Year 7 & 8 Girls District league final winners 

Year 9 & 10 Girls shared the District football League Trophy

Year 7 Boys County Cup Winners 

Year 8/9 Girls County Cup runners up

Year 9 Boys County plate runners up 

Year 10 Boys County plate runners up

 

Rugby 

Year 9 & 10 District League Winners 

 

Basketball

Year 9 Boys District League winners 

Year 10 Boys District League winners 

 

Netball 

Year 8 Girls Netball League winners & District Tournament winners 

Year 9 Girls Netball League winners & District Tournament winners


County League

We have had an excellent County League Athletics season with all for teams reaching the League Final, which no other school achieved.

The Year 7 & 8 Boys finished 3rd with Oscar Barrett in Year 7 starring in Hurdles & Shot Put, making him this year's Junior Boy Athlete of the Year. Tom Robertson & Zak Ridgeway were very valiant runners up in their events.

The Year 7 & 8 Girls finished 3rd. Polly Cardy received Junior Girl's Athlete of the Year for her contribution to the team running 1500m and came 3rd in the finals as a Year 7 running in the Year 7 and 8 age category.

A huge congratulations to Nisha Evans who has won every Javelin competition she's competed in this year.

The Year 9 & 10 Girls finished 6th with Alana Ashby, Georgie Christophorou and Yona Ramphort winning their events.

The Year 9 & 10 Boys produced a fine display to finish second behind Hitchin Boys who were National T&F Cup Finalists:

Nathan Hedges, James O'Connor & George Hawkins once again starred with dominant wins.

 

Gym and Dance

We are super proud of the elite dancers who have been selected to perform at the Royal Albert Hall to open the Hertfordshire music schools gala. 

The following 8 students have also been selected to represent Hertfordshire in the English schools track and field championships:

  • Abi Edwards 
  • Callum Egan
  • Issa Phillips Pope 
  • Scarlett Gammell - National Senior Girls Hurdles Champion
  • Luca Matharu 
  • James o'Connor 
  • Jake Palmer-Shaw
  • Nathan Hedges 

 

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26th February

Celebrating our inclusion in National Top 200 Sporting schools list

We are proud to announce our inclusion in the prestigious list of the top 200 sporting schools in the country, achieving an impressive 62nd place ranking nationally. This recognition, recently highlighted by the Watford Observer, places the school among the elite educational institutions for sporting achievement in the United Kingdom. The "Top 200" list is compiled annually by School Sport Magazine, which utilises a rigorous methodology to determine the most successful schools across the nation. Unlike subjective polls, these rankings are based purely on performance in national competitions. The magazine analyses results across more than 20 different sports and over 120 different national competitions, awarding points based on how far a school progresses. Particular weight is given to reaching the final stages of prestigious national cups and championships, meaning the list serves as a direct reflection of a school’s competitive reach and its ability to succeed at the highest levels of school sport. Our climb to the 62nd spot this year is a direct result of several standout performances on the national stage across a variety of disciplines. Our Senior Girls reached the ESFA Football National Semi-Finals, showcasing incredible teamwork and skill against the best in the country. Our golfers also excelled on the national stage, finishing as National Finalists ranked number 9 in the country in the English Schools’ Team Championship. Additionally, the Inter Boys squad demonstrated exceptional talent and athleticism by qualifying for the National Track & Field Final, while the U16 Boys’ determination saw them progress deep into their season to reach the National Vase Regional Final. These milestones represent countless hours of training, immense dedication from both pupils and staff and a tenacious competitive spirit that defines the St Clement Danes community. While the school is incredibly proud of these elite achievements and our high standing in the national rankings, we recognise that these statistics only tell part of the story. Our core values are built on the belief sport extends far beyond the trophy cabinet or a leaderboard. Our focus remains firmly on participation as well as performance, ensuring our programme is inclusive, meaningful and accessible for all, not just those competing at the highest level.  Sport is for all, and whether a pupil is representing the school in a national final or discovering a lifelong passion for physical activity in a lunchtime club, our goal is to create a culture where every pupil feels empowered to stay active. We remain committed to providing a diverse range of opportunities that cater to all abilities, ensuring every pupil can enjoy the physical and mental benefits of sport.  Congratulations to all our pupil-athletes, coaches and supportive parents who have helped make this national recognition possible.