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Equalities Objectives
Equality and Diversity is central to the ethos of Humphry Davy School. The School Vision makes direct reference to:
- Celebrating individuality.
- Maximising the life chances of all of our young people.
Humphry Davy School values and principals specifically state that they will work with every individual to:
- Embed Co-operative values in policies, activities and decision making and develop the co-operative character of the school – Self help, self responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity.
- Identify and overcome barriers to learning or participation in school life;
- Instil an understanding of the world around us and local and wider cultures, underpinned by environmentally sustainable values and practices within the school’s operations;
The school is committed to justice and equality for all in its values and principles, and the school’s strategy document says that this will be seen in school life by:
- Providing engaging and inclusive core and extra-curricular activities, addressing barriers, and using Pupil Premium and other funding sources, to enable all groups of students to participate;
- Continuing to develop national and international links with a range of countries and cultures;
- Integrating the principles of caring for others into school life, including an awareness of issues such as poverty, the impact of climate change and the importance of Fair Trade on a local, national and global level;
Humphry Davy School Equality Objectives:
The school has adopted the following Equality Objectives which underpin this policy and specific actions taken.
- To raise, and maintain, a high level of awareness of Equality and Diversity expectations within the school community and include the whole school community in developing and reviewing the policy
- To ensure that any instances of discrimination or disrespectful behaviour are responded to promptly and effectively;
- To ensure that every student, irrespective of race, disability, gender, religion, belief or sexual orientation, has access to the support required to achieve their full potential;
- To provide a range and quality of learning opportunities that is relevant and accessible to all students, taking account of their differing needs and characteristics and equips them with the skills for employment, further learning, and wider social and community engagement
- To ensure that effective strategies are in place to tackle under–achievement and to address any gap between specific groups of students including those defined by the protected characteristics, SEND and disadvantage.
- To improve access to all areas of the school for students, staff and others irrespective of disability
- To ensure that the school’s procedures for managing behaviour and student discipline, as set out in the Behaviour for Learning Policy, are fair, effective and equitable.
- To ensure that the adults working or volunteering in the school include, as far as possible, a balanced gender mix and appropriate representation of ethnic groups, ages, faiths, and people with disabilities related to the local community.
- To ensure that all appointments are made on a fair, equitable and non-discriminatory basis
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Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - October 4
What an AMAZING day we’ve had! It was so lovely welcoming Year 6 pupils to experience life @ HDS and it’s been brilliant to see you all again this evening with your families! If you were unable to join us, please do get in touch to arrange a tour or take our virtual tour today! pic.twitter.com/mZayU6rh0t
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - March 23
Pupils of @HDSPenzance created 4 short films all relating to issues that affect young people's mental wellbeing - Check out this one about Self Image 🤳For all 4, visit https://t.co/7DBOBygQOJ@HeadStartKernow #MentalHealthAwareness #wellbeingwednesday pic.twitter.com/Kf55dNaxLs
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - March 17
Really excited to share out latest Youth in Mind video by pupils at @HDSPenzance with a focus on 4 aspects of modern day life that can affect young peoples mental wellbeing. #Wellbeing #mentalhealth @HeadStartKernow @TFFCornwall @TNLComFund https://t.co/qEyzO2vWr3
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - March 17
It’s the simple things… 😊 thank you @HDSPenzance for a brilliant learning experience today!Oh, I have apron envy! pic.twitter.com/1LclrPX7o0
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - December 17
HDS Christmas Concert 2021 We had a fantastic time at our annual Christmas Concert this year!A full playlist will follow next week, so stay tuned!Well done to all involved, and Happy Christmas everyone!https://t.co/DhqoMwLjYg via @YouTube
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - September 28
As part of the careers package we offer to our Year 7 students at Humphry Davy School, today we held a Year 7 Careers Top Trump Tournament in the library. Great fun was had by all our students certainly are Careers Superstars! pic.twitter.com/vl6VMn37yR
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - September 25
Today, we welcomed Year 6 pupils to HDS for some 'Super Saturday' fun! We've had a brilliant day and we hope you enjoyed it too! Click here to see more photos! https://t.co/loUtgyMwR4We look forward to seeing you again at our Open Day and Evening on Thursday 7th October. pic.twitter.com/y1M7Acyb4Z
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - July 30
SUMMER SCHOOL 2021!What an AMAZING week we’ve had at HDS! Year 7 2021 students, it was a delight spending time with you! We’ve had a brilliant week and, judging by the smiles on your faces, you did too!Visit our website to see the full photo gallery! pic.twitter.com/XI1dB7qEWZ
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - July 29
What an amazing performance this morning from Alumna Helen Glover and GB team-mate, Polly Swann! Helen, you gave it your all, and your amazing life journey continues to inspire us! Wishing you a safe journey home and some well-deserved time with your family!
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - July 28
We were excited to see Alumna Helen Glover and her GB team-mate, Polly Swann, finish second in the semi-final of the women's pair earlier this morning in Tokyo.We are sending you the best of luck for tomorrow's final! We know you can do it! @TeamGB @Helenglovergb
Humphry Davy School
@hdspenzance - July 27
Good luck for tomorrow @Helenglovergb - wishing you all the best from Humphry Davy School!https://t.co/zbAgynubej
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@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! pic.twitter.com/3gd0axY5kC
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 pic.twitter.com/ZBBENDnEvj
Humphry Davy School
30 May 2023
To reward their attendance and contribution to afterschool clubs, twenty-five Netball players visited the University of Bath to get an insight into University life. The students participated in two coaching sessions based on 'skill and agility' and 'hand-eye coordination'. They got the chance to speak to some real athletes and were very impressed with the performances on show from the University Netball teams.
Humphry Davy School
25 May 2023
Last month, The Humphry Davy Musical Theatre Club treated us to a fabulous production of 'Night at the Musicals'. The students gave brilliant performances from favourites such as 'Matilda' and 'Wicked'. Well done to all involved on an excellent show!
Humphry Davy School
24 May 2023
Are you interested in a career in fishing?
Seafood Cornwall Training Hub have an open event next week!
Humphry Davy School
24 May 2023
Are you looking to kick start your career ? Are you 16-18 years old? Do you want to work on exciting projects that challenge you daily – and get paid while you do it? Apply Today!
Penzance Dry Dock have an apprentice open day coming up! Copy the link to book a place!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/apprentice-open-day-at-penzance-dry-dock-tickets-608312899257
Humphry Davy School
24 May 2023
Treneere Community Cleanup!
Thursday 1st June (Half Term), 9:30am - 11:30am, meeting at the shops.
Help keep our local community clean, and pop in to Whole Again Communities CIC for a free lunch after all your hard work!
Humphry Davy School
22 May 2023
One of our brilliant students from HDS was awarded the Sir Humphry Davy Prize this month for outstanding academic achievement in chemistry and physics.
Joe was presented with an engraved pewter plate by the outgoing Mayor of Penzance, Councillor Jonathon How, following a public vote as part of The Brian Spiegelhalter Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year awards on Tuesday 9 May.
Well done Joe!
Humphry Davy School
18 May 2023
Year 10 Photography students spent an eye-opening day at Falmouth University, taking in a tour of the campus and facilities and taking part in three fantastic workshops. They were able to test out the state-of-the-art equipment in tutorials that covered long exposure, overhead cameras, stop-motion animation, lighting and infinity curves to create beautiful, professional looking shots for their GCSE coursework.
Check back on the website for more of the students work very soon!
Humphry Davy School
18 May 2023
Cornwall SCITT are recruiting for their Maths courses starting in September 2023. Share your passion and expertise with young people and inspire the next generation of specialists within your field.
For more details, visit https://www.cornwallscitt.org/.
Humphry Davy School
17 May 2023
Humphry Davy School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Lunchtime Supervisor to support the senior management team with student supervision during the lunchtime period.
This is an exciting ‘first step’ opportunity to experience school-based work. We have an active commitment to staff development, and there may be opportunities to provide cover in other support roles subject to the applicant’s suitability.
Please email enquiries@humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk for full details.
Humphry Davy School
17 May 2023
Are you in year 11? Do you want to be a Dentist?
Apply for this great opportunity to attend a residential dental summer school funded by Health Education England (HEE).
A 3-night, 4-day summer school facilitated on the main University of Plymouth campus from Monday 10th July to Thursday 13th July 2023.
You will gain an insight into dentistry/dental therapy & hygiene, looking at the whole life cycle of a dental student and it will focus on supporting your journey into dental education.
Funding will cover travel costs, accommodation (in our university halls of residence), all meals, and refreshments. Please see the link below for further information about the summer school and the eligibility criteria.
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/outreach/summer-schools-2023
The closing date has been extended to Friday 26th May. If you are interested please ask Mrs Richards or Mrs Davies for an application form.
Humphry Davy School
15 May 2023
Tassomai’s free Live Lessons continue throughout exam season, this week it’s a GCSE chemistry lesson on polymerisation, on Wednesday at 5pm. Register for the lesson via the link below.
They also have reposted some of the previous live lessons for lots of other subjects! (See second link)
Chemistry lesson registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_shKazxYBRT2MUD8m-3OW-Q#/registration
Live lesson website page: https://www.tassomai.com/live-lessons
Humphry Davy School
12 May 2023
Year 8 Parents Evening
Tuesday 16th May (next week!)
This is an exciting opportunity to speak to all subject teachers about the progress your child is making and to get any questions you have about your child’s education answered!
Please book your appointments via logging into the parent portal and contact reception if you have trouble making appointments.
We look forward to seeing you!
https://portal.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/secure.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f
Humphry Davy School
11 May 2023
An opportunity for students, staff, parents and carers to go to an open event at Cornwall College Camborne which will provide information about the range of opportunities for students who would like to develop some additional independence as part of their next steps. Booking is via Foundation Learning and Vocational Academy Information Evening - Cornwall College
Humphry Davy School
10 May 2023
We were very proud of the way in which our Year 10 students approached their work experience week before Easter. Many surprised themselves with their ability to transfer existing skills to new situations and employers were extremely pleased with their work and attitude with some students ending their placements with offers of jobs and/or apprenticeships! Well done Year 10 and we look forward to supporting you over the next year as you decide which careers you would like to pursue in the future!
Humphry Davy School
5 May 2023
We are really looking forward to celebrating the King’s Coronation this weekend. Our dance team will be performing on Sunday (pictured showing off their amazing new uniform!) and our music students will be live from 2:45pm on Saturday!
Come and join us in Morrab Gardens! We look forward to seeing you there.
Humphry Davy School
5 May 2023
A group of Year 7 students have been enrolled on a Forest School experience in the woods at Carbis Bay. They have been learning all about foraging, cooking outdoors and den building. They have had the opportunity to work on their team building skills and to develop their confidence in the 'Great Outdoors'.
Humphry Davy School
4 May 2023
What an amazing time we had in Austria. Enjoying the perfect weather and skiing conditions, our students developed their skills on the slopes over the course of the week.
A great time was had by all, and we were certainly sad to leave the beautiful mountains! We are now planning our visit for next year, and we can’t wait to get back on the snow!
Be sure to check out website to see more of the beautiful photos!
https://www.humphry-davy.cornwall.sch.uk/2331/news/post/1389/skiing-in-austria
Humphry Davy School
28 Apr 2023
Be sure to come and join us in celebrating the King's Coronation next Sunday in Morrab Gardens!
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