Our Year 7 pupils have made a great start to Period 0 Spanish intervention, focusing on building and securing the foundational knowledge needed to succeed in Spanish.

Pupils completed a baseline assessment before taking part in a Tarsia puzzle, a hands-on learning activity where they worked together to match key Spanish and English questions and phrases.

The sessions will focus on developing pupils’ confidence with basic verb structures and high-frequency vocabulary, helping them to build strong foundations for future learning in Spanish.

We are delighted to see more and more pupils starting their school day with our FREE Breakfast Club, available to all pupils every school day.

From 8:00am–8:55am, pupils can enjoy a nutritious breakfast before lessons begin. Pupils attending Period 0 intervention can still take advantage of the offer from 8:00am–8:15am, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to fuel up before learning.

With wholemeal toast and a choice of toppings, alongside options including cereal, yoghurt, granola and fruit, there is something for everyone. Pupils can also look out for our weekly surprise breakfast, with a different breakfast item appearing on one day each week!

It has been fantastic to see numbers continuing to increase as more pupils make Breakfast Club part of their morning routine. A good breakfast helps pupils arrive at lessons ready to learn, concentrate and make the most of their school day.

Free breakfast. Every pupil. Every school day. Join us from 8:00am and start the day well!

In to Win is back for 2026–27!

Since returning to school in September, we have been celebrating pupils who achieve 100% attendance each week through our weekly In to Win draw.

Every pupil who attends school every day each week is entered into the draw the following Monday and has the chance to win a prize – recognising the fantastic commitment of pupils who are making every school day count.

A huge well done to everyone who has achieved 100% attendance in a week since the start of term. It has been brilliant to see so many pupils making such a positive start to the new school year.

In to Win will take place every week throughout the year, so every Monday brings a fresh start and another opportunity to achieve 100% attendance and be entered into the draw.

Being in school every day means more time learning, more time with friends and more opportunities to get involved in school life.

New week. New opportunity. 100% attendance. In to Win!

Keep showing up, making every day count and STRIVING for Excellence!

Places are going fast for our Year 7 Multi-Activity Day in January!

Our Year 7 pupils have made a brilliant start to life at Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School, and this exciting day is all about continuing that positive start – building friendships, developing confidence and strengthening their sense of belonging at DEC.

Pupils will enjoy a range of activities that encourage teamwork, resilience and communication, while having fun and making memories with their year group.

A strong start to secondary school is about more than lessons. We want every pupil to feel that they belong, are connected and are an important part of our school community.

We can’t wait to see Year 7 take on the challenge in January!

Places are filling quickly – don’t miss out!

We have officially launched our 2026 Prefect Programme, giving pupils the opportunity to take on an important leadership role within Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School.

During the launch assembly, Year 10 pupils were challenged to consider whether they have what it takes to become a Prefect: Are you a role model and a leader? Can you listen to others? Are you patient with younger pupils? Most importantly, do you embody our DEC STRIVE values?

Our Prefects play an important part in school life. Working alongside Heads of House and the Senior Leadership Team, they give their own time to make a positive contribution to our school community. 

From supporting Year 6 Open Evening and Transition to helping with assemblies, fundraising and whole-school events, becoming a Prefect provides pupils with opportunities to develop leadership, responsibility and confidence while acting as ambassadors for DEC.

In return, Prefects will gain valuable experience for future college and university applications, receive safeguarding training and take part in team-building opportunities.

Being a Prefect comes with high expectations. Successful pupils will be expected to demonstrate exemplary behaviour, excellent attendance and punctuality, correct uniform and a consistently positive attitude.

We are looking forward to receiving applications and seeing our next group of pupil leaders step forward to STRIVE for Excellence, support others and make a valuable contribution to life at DEC.

The countdown is on! Year 11 Prom 2027 has officially launched, giving our pupils something very special to look forward to at the end of their final year at Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School.

In June 2027, Year 11 will come together for an unforgettable evening celebrating their time at DEC. From getting dressed up and arriving in style to music, dancing, photographs and celebrating with friends and staff, Prom will be a fantastic way to mark the end of an important chapter.

Prom is also about celebrating everything our pupils will achieve along the way. Throughout Year 11, pupils will continue to STRIVE for Excellence through excellent attendance and punctuality, positive behaviour, commitment to their learning and making valuable contributions to our school community.

There is lots to achieve before June – but also lots to look forward to! We can't wait to celebrate with the Class of 2027 and make Prom 2027 a night to remember!

On Thursday 17 September, we were delighted to welcome prospective pupils and their families to Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School for our 2026 Open Evening.

Families explored our classrooms and facilities, met staff and pupils, took part in activities and discovered more about our curriculum, extracurricular opportunities, trips and pastoral support.

A real highlight were our fantastic pupil helpers and tour guides, who represented DEC with confidence and pride. Parents and carers praised how friendly, informative and welcoming our pupils were, with special mentions for Tanya, Summer, Ellie, Axel, Jacob and Isabelle. 

One parent told us:

“Our guide was very friendly and happily answered questions about a school that she was very proud to be part of.”

Another commented:

“Every pupil or staff member we engaged with was very friendly, informative and honest. It really gave us a good vibe regarding what DEC can offer our daughter.”

Families also highlighted the enthusiasm of our staff, the positive relationships between staff and pupils, and the opportunity to experience different areas of school life.

A huge thank you to our staff and pupils for making the evening such a success and to every family who joined us.

We were incredibly proud to showcase our school community and what it means to STRIVE for Excellence at DEC.

Today, we were delighted to welcome Year 7 pupils, parents, carers and grandparents into Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School for our Macmillan Coffee Morning.

The event provided a wonderful opportunity for families to spend time together, meet other members of our school community and enjoy a selection of delicious cakes and refreshments—all while supporting the important work of Macmillan Cancer Support.

We were also pleased to welcome representatives from Early Help, who were available to meet families, offer advice and share information about the support available within the local community.

It was lovely to see so many of our newest pupils proudly sharing the occasion with their families. The morning reflected our STRIVE values, particularly Together We Learn and Valuable Contributions, as our community came together to make a positive difference.

Thank you to everyone who attended, made a donation or helped to organise the event. Your generosity and support made the morning a real success and demonstrated the strong sense of belonging at DEC.

We are delighted that the first cohort of pupils has begun our new six-week entrepreneurial workshop programme, delivered in partnership with F2D-ITC.

The programme provides pupils with an exciting opportunity to develop their confidence, motivation, communication, creativity and leadership skills. During the workshops, pupils will work together to design their own hoodies or tracksuits while learning more about enterprise, entrepreneurship and the skills needed for future education and employment.

The first session gave pupils the opportunity to meet the F2D-ITC team, explore their individual strengths and begin sharing ideas for their designs. It was fantastic to see them engaging positively, thinking creatively and encouraging one another.

The programme supports our commitment to providing pupils with meaningful personal-development opportunities beyond the classroom. It also reflects our STRIVE values, particularly being Self-motivated to achieve, making Valuable Contributions and recognising that Together we learn.

We look forward to following the progress of our first cohort and celebrating their achievements at the end of the programme.

We were delighted to welcome parents and carers to our first SEND Coffee Morning of the academic year at Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School with Ms O'Connor.

The morning provided a relaxed and welcoming opportunity for families to meet members of our SEND team, connect with other parents and carers, and learn more about the support available for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

Parents and carers were able to ask questions, share their experiences and discuss the ways in which school and home can work together to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development. The valuable feedback and suggestions shared will help us continue to strengthen our SEND provision and ensure that the voices of families remain central to our work.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed so positively to the morning. Building strong relationships with families is an important part of ensuring that every pupil feels understood, supported and able to succeed.

We look forward to welcoming even more parents and carers to our next SEND Coffee Morning.