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23/05/23

With the end of Term 5 approaching, it's a good time to remind pupils of the provision available should they need help with their mental health and wellbeing.Online support- https://t.co/F9T0rJ15VKOnline support- https://t.co/lgpli7ko30Text support- 07520618850 – Chat health pic.twitter.com/caODefCCha

22/05/23

We are delighted to announce that we have successfully gained a place on the School Food Champions programme. “Bite Back 2030” is a youth-led movement working to achieve a world where all young people have the opportunity to be healthy, no matter where they live.#cdsfoodtech pic.twitter.com/L7Ho6HBuzK

22/05/23

We are extremely proud of our pupils who took part in the Junior Maths Challenge. Congratulations to everyone who took part, with particular mention to our bronze and silver award winners – well done everyone!#cdsmaths pic.twitter.com/Mi2Afmmw0z

19/05/23

Y10 Travel and Tourism pupils spent time in Broadstairs conducting market research. The research was connected to the town facilities and the type of tourist who might visit the area, and enabled pupils to understand some tourism trends in the travel and tourism sector.#cdstto pic.twitter.com/NXomFLRd8D

19/05/23

Y7 girls competed in an Orienteering event at Betteshanger Park. Pupils were given a map with checkpoints around the park which they had to explore to look for secret codes. CDS came 1st out of 12 teams competing! Congratulations and well done to all who took part!#cdssport pic.twitter.com/0SS6S3y1Ph

18/05/23

Y7 pupils took part in a careers event, “what are my skills?”, delivered by EBP. Workshop tutors encouraged them to reflect on the skills they have, as well as thinking about the need to develop, to be successful in their time at school and in adult life.#cdscareers pic.twitter.com/bSTqJI2Cn5

18/05/23

CDS are seeking to recruit a Second in Mathematics, required for September 2023. For more information and full post description please do go:https://t.co/ElS7ZRJWRp#cdsrecruitment pic.twitter.com/yQkcI2V0Bo

18/05/23

Vacancy - BCAT Specialist Mathematics Teacher required for September 2023. For more information and full post description please go to: https://t.co/2RzxR9zSo7#cdsrecruitment pic.twitter.com/8bY8rNgRsx

18/05/23

Year 10 are continuing with their picnic theme. This time working on classic British biscuits!Bourbons and Custard Creams, all ready to dunk into a steaming cuppa! Lovely!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/dkXSwJfh1s

18/05/23

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17/05/23

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and the focus is on “Anxiety”, a common emotion that we’ve likely experienced at some point in our lives. Anxiety signs and symptoms - Mind https://t.co/vIsh5oZBQS pic.twitter.com/VL5wtSBtjW

17/05/23

It's confirmed - CDS is a "Good" school !#cdsofsted pic.twitter.com/AJAKQ2G2FC

16/05/23

Y7 & 8 pupils, along with Y9 Food Prefects, enjoyed creating loaded nachos at our after school “Food Club”. They transformed a basic chilli, added seasoning and spices of their choice, and added toppings to homemade nacho chips. Delicious!#cdsfoodtech pic.twitter.com/BDL1uJH5Qy

16/05/23

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15/05/23

CDS pupils travelled to Wembley this weekend to watch the Women’s FA Cup Final. A thrilling match ended in a 1-0 win to Chelsea against Manchester Utd. The inspirational England Lionesses were playing on both teams! What an opportunity for our pupils!#cdssport pic.twitter.com/IhfnAFmKcd

11/05/23

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10/05/23

Competition Time!Pupils are asked to share their experience of the King’s coronation by creating a piece of artwork. Entries should be submitted to Mrs Chapman by 22 May.Good luck everyone!#cdsart pic.twitter.com/XPUWRTrqYH

10/05/23

It’s Wellbeing Wednesday and we are looking at the benefits of open water swimming. https://t.co/wV6kdzIOmo... This link shows areas near to you to visit for you to dip your toes into open water swimming.Wishing you all a positive week .#cdswellbeing pic.twitter.com/ELS03MWYgS

05/05/23

Year 10 have been busy making their Coronation quiches. Beautifully decorated with festive flair, I’m sure you’ll agree they look delicious and would make terrific picnic dishes for the weekend’s celebrations. pic.twitter.com/TuQdY8mU6x

05/05/23

Year 10 Hospitality students have been working on Coronation Day picnic ideas for the coming weekend. I’m sure you’ll agree they are fit for a King!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/9kKAB903XN

05/05/23

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03/05/23

On Saturday the Coronation of King Charles III takes place. However you choose to celebrate, it will bring people together and we know that this is proven to improve our wellbeing. See what's going on in Thanet here https://t.co/PeHXpH2Gmc#cdswellbeing pic.twitter.com/xLF3vIxkGc

03/05/23

21 KS4 Hospitality Club pupils have signed up to Thorley Tavern’s ‘Earn While you Learn’ programme. This is a great opportunity for them to learn whilst training, and receive a wealth of experience as they ease into the world of work. Good luck to the trainees!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/ShKw0KB25S

03/05/23

We are very proud of our Year 8 pupil, Freddy, who plays cricket for the Talent Pathway squad, Kent Cricket. With this season’s cricket getting underway, we wish Freddy all the luck with upcoming matches.#cdssport pic.twitter.com/d73cNgyVaj

28/04/23

Outreach worker Lena Sorachina from St Hugh’s College, University of Oxford, came to CDS to promote the importance pupils having high aspirations and achieving their goals. Lena is running 170km over 5 days, visiting her partner schools in East Kent. pic.twitter.com/u4qQ0RfRMW

History

Examination Board: Edexcel

Course Title:  GCSE History

Why should I choose to study History?

Students who study history are fearless explorers of the past. You will have the chance to investigate a variety of key events and periods in history. You will learn about many different aspects of history including military, social, political, ideological and economical. You will find out about moments which changed the course of history and about individuals who made their mark on historical periods. Students look at how things have developed over time and connect the dots to understand how we got where we are today. In history we study lots of different sources in order to piece together the events which are often the result of complex and multiple factors. Whilst going through this process you will be challenged to develop a variety of higher order skills which will enhance your ability to understand and evaluate the topics studied.

What will I learn?

Medicine and Health in Britain c1250-present day – Medicine in medieval England and the Renaissance,  medicine in C18th and C19th Britain, medicine in modern Britain, the British sector of the western front medical treatment, injuries and trenches; Early Elizabethan England – Queen, government and religion, challenges to Elizabeth’s rule, the Age of Exploration; Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-1939; The Weimar Republic, Hitler’s rise to power, Nazi control and dictatorship, life in Nazi Germany; Superpower Relations and the Cold War 1941-1991 – the origins of the Cold War, the Cold War crises, Détente and the end of the Cold War.

What will be expected of me?

You will be expected to actively participate in paired, group and whole class activities. You will need to learn a range of historical key concepts, issues and themes alongside specialist vocabulary, key names, events and dates. You will be expected to think critically about historical sources and put together developed arguments related to their reliability and usefulness. You will be expected to analyse and evaluate the importance of different historical events and periods. You will be expected to have a passion for history and work to the best of your ability at all times.

What skills will I develop?          

History teaches us to answer very important questions: why things happen, how things happen and the impact of what happens. This is key to sharpening your critical thinking abilities, which combine the following skills: analysis, evaluation, extended writing, communication, problem solving, and argumentation.

How will I be assessed?

Paper 1: Thematic study: Medicine in Britain c1250-present day (30% of the GCSE)

Paper 2: Period and depth study: The Cold War and Elizabethan England (40% of the GCSE)

Paper 3: Modern depth study: Weimar and Nazi Germany (30% of the GCSE);

Where will this qualification lead me? 

Students with a GCSE in history will be able to undertake further study at A-Level and continue into University or employment.  You will be primed for a huge range of careers in history and beyond. Areas you could go into include: law, politics, public sector, business, marketing, journalism, economics, teaching, social research, archaeology and museum work.