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06/09/24

Calling all budding footballers at CDS!CDS football trials take place next week!Trial will be after school from 3pm-4pm and the days for year groups are in the attached poster.#cdssport pic.twitter.com/f40Zd3PYNQ

06/09/24

Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey and Sussex (AAKSS) are holding free online CPR training course on Wednesday 16 October. You can sign up to learn this vital skill here: https://t.co/iIFRlGYbjM (https://t.co/PMM0cLI9UI)#cdslifeskills pic.twitter.com/oGspVlbtpZ

05/09/24

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05/09/24

Broadstairs Tasty Planters scheme have a Giveaway and Share Event taking place at Pierremont Park on Saturday 14 September.Year 7 & 8 pupils signing up to help the Scheme could volunteer hours for their Mayor of Broadstairs Badge!#cdscharactereducation pic.twitter.com/xPsFW1wtfX

05/09/24

Kent Police have asked us to share this poster with you for their knife amnesty poster competition. It’s a great chance for pupils to get involved in making a change in our community. Entries should be sent in by 24 October.#cdscommunity pic.twitter.com/BZO9dk74Nb

22/08/24

We would like to congratulate all of our Year 11 pupils on their GCSE grade achievements this year!There were a number of exceptional performances including Ronnie, Lottie, Archie and Callum.Good luck to you all on your next adventure, wherever it may take you!#cdsclassof24 pic.twitter.com/znRSvzp9Dx

18/07/24

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16/07/24

Sports Day – The rain was threatening, and after a damp start to sporting activities, competition heated up! Cobham came through on top as sports day winners - They stormed the relay races which gave them the edge they needed to easily win. This year Fort won the college cup. pic.twitter.com/hQORgrazbI

12/07/24

Kooth are running online talks for parents on 21 and 26 July. They will be talking about parenting pressures over the summer holidays, and how they can support.Please feel free to sign up directly if this is of interest to you.https://t.co/JmGNzGGUME pic.twitter.com/gpQCpADbGC

05/07/24

Our final Wagamama club ended with a sweet treat – banana katsu! Served with ice cream, restaurant style.The club is open to all KS4 pupils who study Hospitality and Catering at CDS, so sign up for Term 1 in September!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/sSh872wS4v

04/07/24

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03/07/24

Week 4 of Wagamama club was making gyozas, ably assisted by an ex-pupil who learned to make these for her exam last year. The tasty little parcels were professionally finished and tasted delicious. Watch out for next week’s mystery recipe!!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/wz3in5YoGD

01/07/24

In Year 10, our young artists are exploring a range of themes for their personal project. Topics range from identity, to landscape, to food. Currently researching the work of others to feed their ideas.#cdsvisualarts pic.twitter.com/RsJbf6voBC

01/07/24

Year 9 pupils are embarking on an exciting new project, ‘objects as art’, exploring the work of Sarah Graham who is a photorealist artist painter, documenting childhood memories through sweets and toys.#cdsvisualarts pic.twitter.com/o1ziaWMgFf

26/06/24

Our doors open at 5pm tomorrow, Thursday 27 June, for the School’s Academic Exhibition (formerly Arts Festival).We really hope that you will be able to join us to celebrate the talents and the work of our amazing pupils.#cdsacademicexhibition pic.twitter.com/zH3LaGNJAB

21/06/24

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20/06/24

We know that the Summer holidays can increase social isolation for some pupils, spending more time inside and on their mobile phones. are encouraging young people to get outside and “go somewhere good” this summer holiday. https://t.co/rj9SHPJzeV#GoSomewhereGood pic.twitter.com/OsTJQMxeQE

19/06/24

This week’s recipe was all about a comforting and healthy ramen bowl.Making their own stock, garnishes, and seared chicken, KS4 Hospitality Club pupils smashed “Cook Wagamama” week 3!#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/daJLuTjiJ2

17/06/24

sharing their journey as a and it's role in sustained school improvement. What worked, the challenges faced and how to build a culture of pic.twitter.com/8UYgOkDHNW

17/06/24

This free workshop is brought to you by Broadstairs and St Peter’s Town Council. There are limited spaces so make sure that you book a space today. To book email retorthouse.gov.uk or call us on 01843 263609. Limited spaces available. pic.twitter.com/l6oF7pPwzc

14/06/24

We were delighted to be invited to a Time Capsule planting at the newly opened, Copperfield Court care home. Our new head pupils planted a time capsule, to be opened in 2074. We wonder what they'll think of what's in there when it’s opened 50 years from now! pic.twitter.com/GVpfXTpJPH

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Post-16 Opportunities and Resources

There are many options available for students at Post 16, the following links can help you when exploring your options:

Options at 16 and beyond

http://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/college-sixth-form-employment-and-training/options-at-16-and-beyond

Options with your subject

http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_with_your_subject.htm

https://targetcareers.co.uk/guide-to-your-future

The Complete University Guide

http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/

Alternatives to University

http://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/

Money isn't everyone's priority, but maybe a factor for you when choosing a degree.  Use this link to help you understand your choices in greater depth:  http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-41693230 (our Higher Education handout at www.cxk.org/resources can also help you further).

 

THESE WEBSITES WILL HELP YOU WHEN MAKING APPLICATIONS:

Applying for Post 16 options

www.kentchoices4u.com

Applying for Higher Education

https://www.ucas.com/

Applying for Apprenticeships

https://amazingapprenticeships.com/

 

FINANCE FOR EDUCATION AT FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION CAN BE A CONCERN, THE FOLLOWING LINKS CAN ASSIST YOU:

Student Finance for Education

https://www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance

Student Finance for Higher Education

https://www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login

Student Loans Myth Busting

http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/students/student-loans-tuition-fees-changes

Scholarships and Grants for University

https://www.grantfairy.com/

Dance and Drama Awards

https://www.gov.uk/dance-drama-awards

Support for students from overseas

http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/

Advice on budgeting for College or University

https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/budgeting-for-college-or-university

 

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