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01/10/26

We had a bumper night at KS4 Cooking Skills Club and, continuing with our popular TikTok recipe theme, students took on the challenge of making pan-fried hash browns completely from scratch. A hugely successful session with some seriously impressive results!

29/09/26

We are delighted to introduce you to our Senior Prefects for this academic year.  Recognisable by the red trim on their blazers, these young leaders play an important role in supporting our school community.

29/09/26

Our Y9 pupils have been developing their observational drawing skills by exploring mark making with ink to capture the intricate details and textures of shells. The results were fantastic, with excellent examples demonstrating creativity, precision and attention to detail.

28/09/26

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24/09/26

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24/09/26

Life Skills Cooking Club: This week we tackled TikTok marshmallow ice cream cones! Sticky, messy and trickier than expected, but creativity and perseverance won the day!

23/09/26

The NHS Trust Emotional Wellbeing/Support Team are hosting a series of workshops throughout Terms 1 and 2.  Here is the first.  If you would like to register, you can do so here:  events.teams.microsoft.com/e…

23/09/26

Attached is information about an excellent support resource available for parents.  This online service is designed to support parents whose children may be experiencing low-level anxiety.

22/09/26

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21/09/26

Our Y11 after-school intervention programme launched this week, with an impressive 66% of students attending extra GCSE support sessions. Interventions run after school Tuesday to Friday and pupils should check the in school timetable for more information.

21/09/26

We're collecting donations for the Salvation Army Food Bank to support local families in need.  Donations can be given to your Tutor, Head of Year or Mr Allen.  Every donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference. Thank you for your support and generosity.

21/09/26

A fantastic start to our enrichment programme, with pupils already getting involved! It's been great to see so many pursuing their interests and new skills. Check out the Term 1 Clubs on the accompanying poster. For more information, contact Mr Allen at dallen.kent.sch.uk.

21/09/26

Thinking about an Army career? 💂 Join a free online Army careers session on Tuesday 22 September, 6pm to 7pm, where Army experts will explain the Assessment Centre process, what to expect, and how to prepare. 👉 Register here:  jobs.army.mod.uk/meet-your-a…

18/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club took on another viral TikTok recipe this week: Mama’s Crispy Chicken Wings with hot honey drizzle! They practised butchery, marinating and oven-baking techniques, discovering the secret to extra crispy wings: baking powder. Next week, something sweet!

17/09/26

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14/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club is back! Term 1's theme is Viral Recipes & Online Food Hacks, and we kicked off with Big Mac Tacos, a huge hit with pupils who couldn't wait to tuck in. Next up: chicken wings! Y9 & Y10 pupils can still sign up outside TE1 or speak to Mrs Naylor.

11/09/26

After school activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

11/09/26

Lunchtime activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

10/09/26

Start the day the right way! All CDS pupils are welcome to enjoy a FREE breakfast in the school canteen. Great food, a friendly atmosphere, and the fuel needed for a successful school day.

07/09/26

We're proud that our pupils' Pride Club Banner was displayed throughout Pride Month at Margate Queer Library and will remain on display until Christmas! A wonderful celebration of identity, inclusion and LGBTQ+ pride. Congratulations to everyone involved.

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Uniform

 

Please visit our Uniform Suppliers website for online ordering, as well as helpful fitting and measurement guides.

Schoolwear Centre Website

2026 – 2027 Uniform List and Dress Code for Years 7 - 11

The aim of the school uniform & dress code is to:

  1. promote a shared identity and foster pride in the School.

  2. ensure dress appropriate for the working day.

  3. promote equality and avoid issues of comparison & peer pressure.

Pupils are expected to be smart. School uniform is to be worn correctly at all times (without amendment or adaptation) during the school day including to and from School as well as for visits and school events unless otherwise noted. Non-school uniform days pupils clothing should be smart casual and suitable for the business of the day, normal regulations regarding jewellery, hair and make-up apply on these days.

General Uniform

UNIFORM LIST

Details

Blazer**

Y7 – 9 Grey School blazer with school badge

 

Y10 – 11 Black School blazer with school badge

Available from uniform supplier.
This is the only blazer permitted

Tie**

School tie with COLLEGE badge.

Or other official tie awarded to student.

Tie to be worn correctly with the logo visible and top button fastened.
Available from uniform supplier

Shirt

White shirt – conventional classic design with stiffened collar, button up to neck.

Must be tucked in with top button fastened.

Long and short sleeved permitted.

Jumper

(Optional)

Y7 – 9 Plain Grey stocking stitch collarless V-necked jumper

 

Y10 – 11 Plain Black stocking stitch collarless V-necked jumper

Optional. Available from the uniform supplier.

 

Can be purchased elsewhere as long as plain, the correct colour and V-neck.

Tartan Skirt/Kilt**

 

School box pleated Tartan Kilt in school colours - available from the uniform supplier.

Y7 – 11 Grey tartan kilt

Stitch down pleated Tartan Kilt/skirt, to be knee length or below the knee. The length of the skirt must not be altered, hemmed or shortened in any way. Available from the uniform supplier. This is the only skirt permitted.

Trousers (unisex)

 

 

Y7 – 9 Trouser: Plain, Dark grey formal trousers of a polyester/ viscose type fabric.

 

Y10 – 11 Trouser: Plain, black formal trousers of a polyester/viscose type fabric.

Belt is optional but must be discrete if worn. Trousers to be worn correctly around the waist.

 

No fashion trousers, no flare or narrowing, no bootleg, no extra pockets, buttons, belts or zips.

Shorts (unisex)

Y7 – 9 Shorts: Plain, Dark grey formal Shorts of a polyester/viscose type fabric (optional terms 1, 5 & 6).

 

Socks

Plain grey or black socks.

Not to be worn over the knee

Tights

Plain black or natural.

No patterned tights.

Shoes

Plain black formal Leather shoes. No boots, canvas shoes, trainers or suede shoes should be worn.  Shoes must not have coloured soles or trims.  Coloured laces are not permitted, they must be black.

No trainers, no trainer shoes or plimsolls. No boots of any kind.

* Open-toed or backless sandals are not allowed at any time for health and safety reasons.

* No fabric shoes, no brand logos visible on the outside of the shoe.

Coat

Dark weatherproof outer coat should be smart and worn over the blazer. (Reflective arm bands aid visibility in the winter.)

Coats must not display any slogans or offensive logos.

Bags

The recommended school bag is a rucksack.

Bags must have an over the shoulder strap. No fashion bags, no handbags, no excessive adornments (non-functional buckles, straps, plaid handles, chains, studs, scarves etc). No plastic bags. Preferred colour black, grey or navy blue.

** School items (Branded x 4); * Optional and only available from school uniform supplier.

PE Kit – Years 7 - 11

UNIFORM LIST

Details

PE t-Shirt**

Falcon black/red PE t-shirt with logo

Must be purchased from school suppliers.

This is the only sports t-shirt permitted

Shorts*/Skort*

 

Shorts/Skort

Falcon black/red shorts

 

Plain black shorts/black Skort (no logo)

*Optional in the school colours to match the polo shirt can be purchased from school suppliers.

 

Alternative allowed: non-branded item allowed if correct design and plain black in colour. No logos allowed

Socks

Football socks - long game socks – red

 

White PE socks

 

Quarter zip neck top*

(Optional)

Black/red long-sleeved quarter zip neck top with logo

*Optional in the school colours to match the PE kit. Must be purchased from school suppliers. This is the only top permitted.

Sports leggings / training trouser*

(Optional)

*Black Falcon PE track pants with school logo

 

Black PE leggings (no logo).

*Optional in school colours with school logo, can be purchased from school suppliers.

 

Alternative allowed: non-branded item allowed if correct design and plain black in colour. No logos allowed

Durable Baselayer

(Optional)

Plain black, long sleeved (no logo)

Optional. May be worn under the polo shirt on cold days.

College coloured t-shirt

Round neck, cotton t-shirt in pupils’ college colours

Available from school uniform suppliers or other retailers, no logos allowed and must be plain in colour

Trainers

A sports trainer that is suitable for indoor use with a non-marking sole and sufficient ankle support.

Trainers with discrete colouring are preferred

Canvas trainers of a plimsole/vans/ converse style are not appropriate.

Boots

Studded boots for hockey and football + shin pads.

 

Gum shield

 

To be used in rugby

PE Kit – it is optional but recommended that name labels are used for the PE Kit with the student’s name

 

*UNIFORM SUPPLIER

Schoolwear Centre

85 High St, The Centre, Margate CT9 1JG

01843 293555

Welcome to The Schoolwear Centre Margate – The Schoolwear Centre - Margate

Please note:     

(1) Official school badges only.

(2) No jewellery - except for watch & one small, discreet stud in each earlobe if necessary.

(3) No other visible body piercing or tattoos.

(4) Make-up: none visible Years 7 – 9; minimal & discreet (if worn) Years 10 - 11.   No coloured nail varnish/or acrylic/false nails, false eyelashes of any description or length.

(5) Hair: no extremes of fashion; no obvious dyes (natural colour only). Hair clips/scrunchies, etc. should be discreet.

(6) Hair, shoulder length or longer, must be tied back for science and all practical lessons.

       (7) The following items are not allowed:   

  1. denim coats/jackets, sweatshirts, hooded sweaters, etc.
  2.  jeans, denims, cords, laced or decorated trousers; extremes of width for trouser legs. 
  3. suede / leather boots.    
  4. visible polo–necked or other sweaters etc. under shirts.
  5. caps/hats - except outside in extreme weather then plain navy blue.  

        (8) In the event of a medical condition necessitating trainers these must be black & student must have a dated

letter of explanation from parent/doctor.

      All clothing and kit must be clearly named with the student’s full forename & surname.

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