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2020/2021

Autumn Term
- First day of term
  3rd Sep 2020
- Half Term
  26th Oct 2020 - 30th Oct 2020
- Last day of term
  18th Dec 2020
- Winter holidays
  19th Dec 2020 - 3rd Jan 2021
- Further Information
  Staff Training Days:
  Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th September
  Monday 2nd November
  Friday 18th December
Spring Term
- First day of term
  4th Jan 2021
- Half Term
  15th Feb 2021 - 19th Feb 2021
- Last day of term
  1st Apr 2021
- Easter/Spring holidays
  5th Apr 2021 - 16th Apr 2021
Summer Term
- First day of term
  19th Apr 2021
- Half Term
  31st May 2021 - 4th Jun 2021
- Last day of term
  23rd Jul 2021
- Summer holidays
  24th Jul 2021 - 6th Sep 2021
- Further Information
  Staff Training Days:
  Friday 23rd July

2021/2022

Autumn Term
- First day of term
  6th Sep 2021
- Half Term
  25th Oct 2021 - 29th Oct 2021
- Last day of term
  17th Dec 2021
- Winter holidays
  20th Dec 2021 - 3rd Jan 2022
- Further Information
  Staff Training Days:
  Monday 6th and Tuesday 7th September
  Monday 1st November
Spring Term
- First day of term
  4th Jan 2022
- Half Term
  21st Feb 2022 - 25th Feb 2022
- Last day of term
  8th Apr 2022
Summer Term
- First day of term
  25th Apr 2022
- Half Term
  30th May 2022 - 30th Jun 2022
- Last day of term
  21st Jul 2022
- Summer holidays
  26th Jul 2022 - 5th Sep 2022
- Further Information
  Staff Training Days:
  Friday 22nd and Monday 25th July

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Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - June 10 Massive congratulations to HDS Alumni and Olympic Gold Medallist, @Helenglovergb, on making Team GB for this year’s Tokyo Olympics! You continue to be an inspiration to all our students and we look forward to seeing you compete once more. Exciting times ahead!

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - June 10 We would like to wish Mareme and Isaac the best of luck for their journalistic experience over the G7 summit! They are spending three days at Falmouth University media hub where they are hoping to interview some of the G7 attendees! Good luck! https://t.co/3gd0axY5kC

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 23 Happy Friday everyone! With the summer term now underway, what a glorious day for our first Duke of Edinburgh practice expedition since lockdown! Have a great day Year 10! We look forward to seeing the photos of your adventure! https://t.co/2NGbfcXnCx

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 21 Looking for the perfect low cost venue for your club/group/activity? Contact us now on 01736 363559 and we’ll be happy to discuss your requirements. Further information can be found on our website: https://t.co/e6I7JyizLW https://t.co/ZBBENDnEvj

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 12 Year 6 - Wow! What an amazing day! We hope you all had fun...we know we certainly did. Click the link below to see more photos...your video is on the way... https://t.co/tu6LREomsN https://t.co/AABUrqKVfY

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 12 Congratulations Helen! You continue to be such an inspiration to us all! #HDSAlumni https://t.co/vZ5TaQUBxE

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 12 Another exciting day at HDS! Today we welcome Year 6 students who will be joining us in September 2021! Lots of happy, smiling faces around the school. We're sure you'll have lots of fun! Lots of photos on the way...check out our website later today! https://t.co/tu6LREomsN

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 8 Another sunny day at HDS and Year 8 students have been in school for the first of two jam-packed days of activities! With plenty of exciting things to get involved in, there were certainly lots of smiling faces around the site! https://t.co/yPXOTY7WIb #makingmemories https://t.co/fgkIKWZnuv

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 7 With the sun now shining, our Easter Activities Programme is well under way! Year 7’s are currently having loads of fun - taking part in a wide range of activities across the whole site! https://t.co/XXS9qkcdkF #makingmemories https://t.co/mdaIIhmTvc

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - April 1 The latest version of our Community Matters Newsletter is now available on our website. Be sure to check it out to see what our students have been up to this term! Happy Easter everyone! https://t.co/z29beYvTTW https://t.co/5BMhPLNs4Z

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 23 Today is #NationalDayofReflection, marking one year since the first lockdown was announced. At 12pm today our community fell silent to reflect on the year. We could not be more proud of how well our incredible students and staff have coped during these unprecedented times.

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 19 Happy @rednoseday2021 everyone!Today we decided to ‘do something funny for money’ and GUNGE Mr Marshall! Smashing our £850 target, we raised a fantastic £1,062 for Comic Relief charities! It has certainly been a day to remember! #creatingmemories #ComicRelief #rednoseday2021 https://t.co/Vx2FJKQCUn

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 8 It’s #InternationalWomensDay and we’re celebrating all the brilliant women in our school community and around the world! We would also like to share this message from a truly inspirational woman, HDS Alumni @Helenglovergb, who recorded some words of encouragement for our students https://t.co/gi3kMinjmc

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 8 We've received this lovely thank you from @HDSPenzance after we donated 20 laptops to the school to help the children gain access to digital devices during lockdown. It's been a pleasure to support young people in this way #socialhousing #proud 👉https://t.co/b2Lenf1Xhf https://t.co/OmlkJUrZLy

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 7 Spring has officially sprung here at HDS. The daffodils and crocus are in full bloom in our memorial garden just in time for you all to return to us on Monday! We are looking forward to having you all back. https://t.co/LNniIKEfjs

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 5 Happy St Piran's Day everyone! Please enjoy our version of 'Cornwall My Home' - Gool Peran Lowen! https://t.co/UND7ZCoHMG

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - March 4 Just posted a photo https://t.co/mcZpPeB9EG

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - February 25 Calling all Year 8 students, parents and carers! Join us for our online options event at 6pm tonight (Thursday 25th February) by clicking here https://t.co/ry0Cltrmeq We look forward to seeing you!

Humphry Davy School @hdspenzance - February 15 Congratulations to Aoife and Jake who were nominated for HDS 'Star of the Week' on Friday! You have both been recognised by your teachers for the fantastic work you have been producing during your remote learning studies. Well done!

Humphry Davy School 11 Jun 2021 On Thursday 27th May, just before half term, Year 11 students were treated to a final rewards trip down on the beach! Student Aoife told us, “It's been an emotional few day leaving HDS and this surfing trip was an amazing way to finish off our journey. It was fantastically fun to make some final memories with our peers and teachers; with some great nose dives and wipe-outs along the way!” We are so lucky to live where we do and we love making the most of what our beautiful county has to offer! We would like to wish all our Year 11’s the very best of luck with their future and look forward to seeing you all very soon.

Humphry Davy School 10 Jun 2021 We would like to wish Mareme and Isaac the best of luck for their journalistic experience over the G7 summit! After applying for the role both students were chosen from hundreds of applicants from across Cornwall and became two of the eleven local students chosen! They are spending three days at Falmouth University media hub where they are hoping to interview some of the G7 attendees! Good luck, and we look forward to hearing all about it!

Humphry Davy School 10 Jun 2021 Massive congratulations to HDS Alumni and Olympic Gold Medallist, Helen Glover, on making Team GB for this year’s Tokyo Olympics! You continue to be an inspiration to all our students and we look forward to seeing you compete once more. Exciting times ahead!

Humphry Davy School 28 May 2021 The latest version of our Community Matters Newsletter is now available on our website, head over now to see what our students have been getting up to! Have a lovely half term everyone! https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2332/newsletters

Humphry Davy School 28 May 2021 This term HDS students have been adventuring in our stunning Cornish landscape as part of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Although the expeditions could not take place in their usual way due to national restrictions, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a valuable (and life- changing) experience for many of our students, and we did not want them to miss out! Check out our video to see how much fun they had!

Humphry Davy School 27 May 2021 Student activists and ‘Plastic Free HDS’ supporters, Ida and Lily, talk with local MP and the UK Environment Minister, George Eustice, to challenge what he is doing to tackle climate change and his thoughts about the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill. Growing up in Cornwall both our students are extremely passionate about the beautiful environment we all call home. In their fifteen and sixteen years of living they have seen first-hand the devastating effects of climate change and have made it their mission to raise awareness around the issue. A short video has been created on some of the key points of their discussion with Mr Eustice, forming an interesting watch for all, be sure to check it out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zxog_gN9aj0

Humphry Davy School 25 May 2021 We pride ourselves on creating 'a sense of belonging' at Humphry Davy and even as our Year 11 students embark upon the next steps in their educational journey, we are supporting them all of the way. A reminder here to check into Satchel:One every day in June to access a pick and mix menu of post 16 materials connected to careers and to aid preparation for college/apprenticeships etc and to access Mrs Richard's summary of college and apprenticeship opportunities. 'Come and See Open Events' have just been advertised for Year 11 students who may want to look around Truro, Penwith and Callywith Colleges prior to September 2021. Dates are: Penwith College - 24 June | Callywith College - 3 July | Truro College - 7 July

Humphry Davy School 20 May 2021 Congratulations to everyone who took part in the first Penwith Mixed Football Tournament yesterday! It was our team's first tournament outside of school and they demonstrated determination, excellence and respect. The team won all of the games they played throughout the tournament and claimed first place! Well done team, what an achievement!

Humphry Davy School 14 May 2021 Today we joined Pirate FM in raising money as part of their first Cash for Kids Day! This past year has certainly been difficult for everyone, but there are many families living in Cornwall who have reached crisis point and are in need of assistance; all funds raised today will go towards assisting those in the most need. Thank you to everyone who donated money to this well deserving cause!

Humphry Davy School 12 May 2021 Huge congratulations to HDS Alumni, James! Whilst at school James always displayed a real flare and passion for catering and it was clear that he would go on to do amazing things. He gained the title of ‘Future Chef Champion’ whilst at HDS, impressing the judges with his tasty dish. This month James took part in the national competition, ‘Master Chefs of Great Britain’ for Sustainable Seafood. With strong competition from coast to coast – Scotland to Cornwall – from professional to novice cooks, James was crowned the winner! What a fantastic achievement, you should be so proud! James continues to study catering at Penwith College and will be joining some of our Year 9 classes later this year for some seafood related workshops! We love keeping in touch with ex-students and hearing of their fantastic achievements. If you are a HDS leaver be sure to sign up to our alumni association and stay in touch!

Humphry Davy School 27 Apr 2021 There is an amazing opportunity with NCS this summer! Students were shown a short video today about the chance to join the National Citizen Service programme this summer for either a 2 or 3 week programme, involving adventurous activities with BFAdventure, skill development and a social action project. We would like to highlight what an amazing opportunity this is – students will gain invaluable life skills, get to make a difference in the community, have fun and meet new people. All this is highly valued by colleges, employers and universities! You can learn more here: https://www.bfadventure.org/amazing-ncs-opportunity-16-17-year-olds/ To sign up, visit: https://wearencs.com/

Humphry Davy School 23 Apr 2021 Happy Friday everyone! With the summer term now underway, what a glorious day for our first Duke of Edinburgh practice expedition since lockdown! Have a great day Year 10! We look forward to seeing the photos of your adventure!

Humphry Davy School 21 Apr 2021 Humphry Davy School is proud to have been a hub for our local community for many years. We have excellent facilities available to hire and, with clubs and activities beginning to slowly resume again (in line with the Government guidance) we are keen to re-establish our long standing relationships with community groups, music groups and sports clubs, as well as develop new relationships. If you are looking for a low cost venue for your club/group/activity, please contact us on 01736 363559 and we’ll be happy to discuss your requirements. Further information can be found here https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2346/hire-our-facilities

Humphry Davy School 13 Apr 2021 Here's the amazing video from yesterday's Year 6 Easter Activities Day! Year 6, we hope to see you all again very soon, and we're really looking forward to welcoming you into Year 7 in September 2021!

Humphry Davy School 12 Apr 2021 Year 6 - Wow! What an amazing day! We hope you all had fun...we know we certainly did. Here are the photos...your video is on the way... https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2331/news/post/813/year-6-easter-fun

Humphry Davy School 12 Apr 2021 Another exciting day at HDS! Today we welcome Year 6 students who will be joining us in September 2021! Lots of happy, smiling faces around the school. We're sure you'll have lots of fun! We'll be posting photos throughout the day and you'll be able to see the full gallery here https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2331/news/post/813/year-6-easter-fun

Humphry Davy School 8 Apr 2021 It's been another sunny day at HDS and Year 8 students have been in school for the first of two jam-packed days of activities! With plenty of exciting things to get involved in, there were certainly lots and lots of smiling faces around the site! Today’s workshops included: ‘Stage Combat’; Games in the Sports Hall; Creative Crafting; T-Shirt Designing; Science Experiments; Kinball; Creative Music; and Rounders! Check out our website to see the full gallery of photographs…and check back later to see the video! https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2331/news/post/811/year-8-easter-fun #makingmemories

Humphry Davy School 7 Apr 2021 With the sun now shining, our Easter Activities Programme is well under way! Year 7s are currently having loads of fun - taking part in a wide range of activities across the whole site! https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2331/news/post/807/year-7-easter-fun #makingmemories

Humphry Davy School 1 Apr 2021 The latest version of our Community Matters Newsletter is now available on our website. Be sure to check it out to see what our students have been up to this term! Happy Easter everyone! https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2332/newsletters

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Headteacher William Marshall

Humphry Davy School, Coombe Road, Penzance,
Cornwall, TR18 2TG

01736 363 559
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