Therapy dog Heidi has a ‘pawsitive’ effect on pupils!
FRIENDLY therapy dog Heidi has joined the pastoral care team at Dame Allan’s Schools to boost students’ confidence and enrich their emotional wellbeing.
“The warmth and friendships have enriched my life here” PE teacher Bill Hudson retires after 34-years at Dame Allan’s
AFTER 34 years of teaching games and PE, accompanying students on sports trips around the globe, and always bringing a touch of humour to his role, Bill Hudson has retired from Dame Allan’s Schools.
Children’s mental health prioritised at Dame Allan’s Schools
THE EMOTIONAL welfare of young people has been prioritised at Dame Allan’s Schools, as their needs become more complex in the face of an unceasing global pandemic.
England hockey dreams for talented young player
TALENTED young hockey player Charlotte Graham dreams of representing her country in the sport having been selected to train at an elite level.
Volunteer work supports student’s ‘deep passion’ for history
HISTORY A-Level student Alex Morrell is enriching her love of the subject with volunteer work at one of the finest English Heritage sites in the region.
Teacher represents GB in World Cup paratriathlon event
PARATRIATHLON champion and Dame Allan’s teacher Mike Salisbury will represent Great Britain when he competes against some of the best in the world this weekend. Mike secured a spot at the World Triathlon Para Cup in Alhandra, Portugal, having won gold at both the British Paratriathlon Championships and the British Triathlon Grand Final within his […]
Talented rugby star Charlie eyes up a professional sports career
TALENTED teenage rugby player Charlie Smith is eyeing up a professional sports career having been selected to train with the under 18’s England squad while studying for his A-Levels.
Enjoyment and interaction are key in school sports
INCREASING sport participation among students and providing support for elite athletes to flourish are two aspirations of Dame Allan’s Schools new Director of Sport Alun Barlow.
Taking a Swedish approach to outdoor learning
AN ENCHANTING Swedish approach to outdoor learning at Dame Allan’s Schools is teaching future generations to cherish their natural environment.
From Dame Allan’s to designs for Dua Lipa
FASHION designer Genevieve Devine, whose work appears on runways, magazines and music videos, has credited Dame Allan’s Schools for nurturing her artistic talents.