17
Jan
Primary High Notes 17 Jan
Over my last few assemblies in Primary we have been following the Atlantic Challenge, a 3000 mile rowing race from La Gomera, Canary Islands to Antigua. 35 teams set off on Thursday December 12th all hoping to arrive in Antigua first.
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17
Jan
Senior High Notes 17 Jan
This week has flown by, and for our U5 it has been a busy full week of mock examinations. Our U6 have now completed their mocks and are receiving their grades along with advice, support and targets to ensure they achieve their potential in the summer.
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10
Jan
Senior High Notes 10 Jan
Happy New Year! It was wonderful to welcome our students and staff back this week filling the school with lovely chatter and laughter.
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10
Jan
Primary High Notes 10 Jan
Happy New Year! It was wonderful to welcome our pupils and staff back this week filling the school with lovely chatter and laughter.
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19
Dec
Senior High Notes 19 Dec
The music department at Derby High has a proud history of wowing audiences with outstanding performances, and Monday evening’s Senior Christmas Concert was no exception. It was wonderful to hear from such a variety of individuals, groups, ensembles and choirs. It really showcased the depth of talent from our students.
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19
Dec
Primary High Notes 19 Dec
An enormous amount has been accomplished this term by pupils and staff.
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13
Dec
Senior High Notes 13 Dec
I am very much looking forward to our major seasonal events next week - the Senior Christmas Concert on Monday and the Carol Service on Thursday in Derby Cathedral.
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13
Dec
Primary High Notes 13 Dec
Derby High is now officially on “Countdown to Christmas” with a whole host of festive jumpers worn today, as we support a very good cause - YMCA. A big thank you to our wonderful catering team for the fabulous Christmas lunch today.
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06
Dec
Primary High Notes 6 Dec
December is now upon us which means only one thing, Christmas festivities can begin! I have certainly seen much evidence of that this week in Primary. On Tuesday I really enjoyed visiting both Year 3 classes as they started a mini Christmas topic in English, writing a character description of the bear or the hare from a story they had seen.
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06
Dec
Senior High Notes 6 Dec
Yesterday in my assembly I had the pleasure of handing out a large number of certificates and trophies for outstanding achievement, ranging from the Regional Trampolining Competition, Gold Crest Awards and House Drama. In addition, I was delighted to present impressive Duke of Edinburgh certificates.
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