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Humphry Davy School 22 May 2026 The latest Newsletter is now available to view on our website. Have a great half term everyone! https://humphrydavy.reactfiles.co.uk/uploads/document/May-2026.pdf?t=1779463384?ts=1779463706

Humphry Davy School 21 May 2026 Looking for an affordable family treat this half term? Join us at St Ives Theatre for Disney’s The Little Mermaid! With our fantastic FAMILY TICKET offer, 4 people can enjoy the magic of live theatre for just £55, saving £5 compared to our standard £15 tickets! Expect stunning costumes, puppetry, incredible young talent, gymnastics, laughter and all your favourite songs performed live on stage by the amazing young cast of Kidz R Us. 25th – 28th May Book now: www.stivestheatre.co.uk Make some magical half term memories without breaking the bank #stivestheatre #fyp #thelittlemermaid #whatsoncornwall

Humphry Davy School 20 May 2026 Students achieved outstanding success at the final round of the Mock Trial competitions on Saturday, where they competed against strong opponents from secondary schools across the South West. Our team took part in two sessions during the day, acting as the defence in the first case and the prosecution in the second. The students represented the school brilliantly, conducting themselves with maturity, politeness and determination throughout the competition. Their persuasive performances and teamwork led to success in both rounds, resulting in HDS being crowned overall winners of the South West region! What an incredible achievement! The day was one to remember and everyone involved should be extremely proud of themselves. Congratulations!

Humphry Davy School 18 May 2026 Our Year 8 Girls' Cricket team travelled to Roche Cricket Club to take part in the softball County tournament last week. All students played fantastically well, contributing runs, catches and wickets for the team. Their brilliant attitude throughout the day was admirable and they certainly gave their best. Finishing 5th overall out of 13 was a fantastic achievement. Well done Girls!

Humphry Davy School 13 May 2026 Students from Years 7–10 competed in the Track and Field Athletics Cup, where they represented HDS in multiple events. With fairly wet conditions adding an extra challenge to the morning, our junior boys competed in the track events while the intermediate boys took part in the field events. In the afternoon, the groups swapped events and the weather changed as well, making it much more enjoyable for everyone. It was a great day for all the boys to compete against students from secondary schools across Cornwall, with a couple of PBs achieved and great effort and determination shown throughout the day. Well done to everyone who took part.

Humphry Davy School 11 May 2026 Well done to Year 11 student Riley on his rugby success during the Easter holidays! Riley represented the Exeter Chiefs Under 16 team at Warwick University as part of the National Warwick Rugby Festival. What a fantastic experience. He also plays locally for Penryn, where he and his team won the Under 16 Cornwall Rugby League title. The team were also triumphant in the Under 16 Cornwall Cup for club rugby. These are incredible sporting achievements and you should be very proud. Huge congratulations Riley and good luck with your future in rugby. We look forward to following your progress!

Humphry Davy School 4 May 2026 Italy 2026 Yesterday, students took part in a wonderful hands-on experience with a traditional Italian pizza chef. They learned authentic techniques before creating their own pizzas from scratch – a definite highlight and a great way to immerse themselves in local culture (and cuisine!). 🍕 Today, they packed up and travelled to Peschiera del Garda, where the group enjoyed a relaxed final day together. Students spent time browsing the local market, picking up souvenirs and gifts to bring home. 🎁 They then had lunch by the lake, making the most of the beautiful surroundings, before everyone had the chance to dip their toes in Lake Garda one last time – a lovely and memorable way to round off the trip. Now for the long journey home…✈️

Humphry Davy School 3 May 2026 Italy Trip 2026 Today the HDS Italy group enjoyed a wonderful day at Lake Garda, visiting the beautiful town of Sirmione ❤️ The students had the opportunity to swim in the lake, making the most of the warm weather and scenic surroundings. Afterwards, they enjoyed lunch by the shore, taking in the stunning views of the lake.⛵️ They then spent some time exploring the local shops in Sirmione, where students were able to look around and pick up souvenirs. Of course, no visit would be complete without a treat - everyone enjoyed some delicious ice cream before heading back.🍦🇮🇹

Humphry Davy School 2 May 2026 Italy 2026 Living that Venetian dream! 🌊✨ From scenic water taxi rides to crossing iconic bridges (just a few of the 417 to choose from!). The HDS Italy trip has once more packed so much into one day. The students loved watching the gondolas and discovering the charm of Venice’s small, hidden streets. 🛶🚶‍♂️🇮🇹

Humphry Davy School 1 May 2026 What an amazing day for our Italy trip, who have been exploring the stunning city of Verona! They kicked things off with an engaging tour through its picturesque streets, followed by a visit to the impressive Verona Arena, a 1st-century Roman amphitheatre, and rounded it all off at the iconic ‘Juliet’s Balcony’ where our students placed their very own HDS ‘love lock’. All students are happy, well and enjoying the sunshine!

Humphry Davy School 30 Apr 2026 Our Italy trip has arrived safely in Milan! Have an amazing time everyone!

Humphry Davy School 29 Apr 2026 Last Thursday, HDS students took part in the Penwith Schools Athletics Competition held at Carn Brea track. All competitors performed exceptionally well and showed great determination throughout the event. Despite a very strong headwind on the home straight for the track athletes, the team delivered outstanding performances and returned with an impressive haul of gold, silver, and bronze medals. We are incredibly proud of the effort and teamwork shown by everyone involved.

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Humphry Davy School 24 Apr 2026 Over the Easter break we hosted 60 children at our Time2Move holiday programme. Lasting 3 days, and with activities including table tennis, laser tag, nerf guns, dodgeball, karaoke, gymnastics, football, kin ball and dancing, there was certainly something for everyone to get involved in. Thank you to everyone who helped with the delivery of the programme, and thank you to everyone who attended…you were brilliant! We’re looking forward to hosting our next holiday programme in the Summer. Watch this space.

Humphry Davy School 23 Apr 2026 Students visited Serre Chevalier in France this year for our annual Ski trip and what a truly memorable experience it was! Over the course of the week, students made fantastic progress in their skiing and snowboarding. Beginners showed remarkable determination, progressing from their first steps on the slopes to confidently navigating blue runs by the end of the trip, while our advanced group rose to the challenge of tackling black slopes with skill and enthusiasm. Beyond the slopes, students enjoyed a brilliant range of activities. Our hotel provided not only excellent breakfasts to set everyone up for the day, but also lively evening entertainment, including Just Dance, karaoke and swimming. We also ventured out to Briançon for an evening visit and enjoyed a fun-filled bowling trip, adding even more variety to the experience. One of the most impressive aspects of the trip was the attitude of our students. They were consistently inclusive, supportive, and encouraging of one another, creating a positive and welcoming environment throughout. It was also fantastic to see them building friendships with students from other schools staying at the hotel. A huge thank you goes to all the students for their enthusiasm and behaviour, to parents for their support, to staff for their dedication and to Elemental for organising such a smooth and enjoyable trip. It was a wonderful experience that will be remembered for years to come.

Humphry Davy School 22 Apr 2026 We are excited to be running three days of activities this year! (For Years 7-10 on 20th, 21st and 22nd July). For those parents/carers who haven’t already, be sure to check your Parentmail inbox for the email sent on 31st March and secure your child’s choices today. Please complete the form by 24th April. Thank you.

Humphry Davy School 22 Apr 2026 Our Year 10 students had a fantastic week just before Easter, completing their work experience placements. Spending four days with local employers, they gained valuable insight into the world beyond the classroom and what working life can look like. This year’s placements were wonderfully varied, from veterinary practices and the railway to the postal service and local cafés. Feedback from employers has been extremely positive and we are incredibly proud of how our students have represented the school. Many have even surprised themselves with how confidently they adapted their skills to new environments; with some students even receiving job offers! Well done Year 10 and a big thank you to all the employers who have supported our students with their placements.

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Humphry Davy School 12 Apr 2026 Ski School 2026! Message for parents/carers: We managed to get on an earlier ferry and we are now due back at Humphry Davy School at around 17.15pm. Please do keep in touch with your child for more accurate arrival times. See you soon!

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