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19/11/24

Our local Environmental Health Officer, Emily Whittaker, visited the School to present to Y9 & 10 H&C pupils. She explained what her job is like day to day and some pupils were able to act out what happens when ‘an inspector calls’.A very enjoyable session. Thank you Emily. pic.twitter.com/UF9c5ah37J

19/11/24

Year 11 Hospitality & Catering ‘high skills’ intervention began in style with Ms Grossmith leading the way and pupils all successfully making eggs benedict!Incredible effort and outcomes for all, well done.#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/ru3jpNx8nH

18/11/24

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15/11/24

Our ladies at Independent Catering stole the show again today for Children in Need. Always ready to take part in an event pupils are celebrating, today saw Pudsey ears, Children in Need T-Shirts and Aprons.Look at the incredible Pudsey cupcakes & biscuits.Thank you ladies! pic.twitter.com/pGFXL8DzjX

15/11/24

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15/11/24

Y7 & 8 pupils have the option to complete the Mayor of Broadstairs Award this year. This is an exciting addition to our Character Education programme and is supported by the Mayor of Broadstairs and St Peters, Cllr Mike Garner.#cdscharactereducation pic.twitter.com/Xyrx0FbRWW

14/11/24

Our budding chefs took part in a ravioli masterclass this week with Daisy Bergonzi of YUMDMC. Pupils successfully made hand rolled ravioli pasta parcels filled with ricotta, lemon, spinach, garlic and parmesan and topped with brown butter.#cdsfood pic.twitter.com/JCKw3qjUD8

13/11/24

Pupils serving as cadets in the armed forces paid their respects for Remembrance today by dressing in their cadet uniforms at school today, joined by Margate Boys’ Brigade, the Scout troops and the Sea Scouts. Lest we forget. pic.twitter.com/SD2lkwHrzY

13/11/24

A group of Year 8, 9 and 10 pupils had an unforgettable experience at The Lion King Musical in London’s West End! It was a wonderful opportunity to see a live performance and be inspired by the creativity that goes into a professional show.#cdsculturalcapital pic.twitter.com/NYOatrz0te

12/11/24

Y9 pupils took part in a session with EBP about marketing and promoting themselves online and the consequences of their digital footprint, making them aware of potential negative effects of what they post online. Thank you for an engaging and informative presentation. pic.twitter.com/KIgMwikloB

12/11/24

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11/11/24

The School was represented by Head Pupils Leah and Ruby, at Broadstairs' Remembrance Service, laying a wreath on behalf of CDS. It was an honour for the School to take part in the coming together of the local community for this service.Lest we forget...#cdsremembrance pic.twitter.com/dTXVJBLFOV

11/11/24

Pupils serving as cadets in the armed forces paid their respects for Remembrance today by dressing in their cadet uniforms at school today, joined by Margate Boys’ Brigade, the Scout troops and the Sea Scouts.Les we forget.#cdsremembrance pic.twitter.com/BtPYEJy9MT

08/11/24

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08/11/24

Engineering Club made jack-o’-lanterns which are a traditional decoration for Halloween. Pupils drew a design and then used Techsoft to transfer it to a computer and print the face of their jack-o’-lantern on the laser cutter. These look amazing !#cdsdt pic.twitter.com/ff2kRVTuFa

08/11/24

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08/11/24

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06/11/24

Our Eco-team continues to look for ways to reduce our waste and make our school eco-friendlier, and we are participating in Cut Your Carbon Month! In November, we will look at how our school uses energy and ways that we can become greener, challenging pupils to be “more green”. pic.twitter.com/Qryvw055ns

06/11/24

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05/11/24

This term, we strongly encourage all Year 11 pupils to visit the sixth form and college open evenings that they are particularly interested in.You can visit the link below to look up the dates of any open evening event for Post 16 provision here:https://t.co/fuaaCPxbNx

04/11/24

Barton Court Academy Trust is looking for two experienced Finance professionals to join the team based in Canterbury. Find out more: https://t.co/unWkGSAPOP…… and https://t.co/jlKbizACR8 pic.twitter.com/a3T3wzLo20

25/10/24

We welcomed Upfront Theatre Company to CDS, for 2 performances of “In Harm’s Way”, a PSHE play about how young people can keep themselves emotionally well and consider how they can support their peers in risky, or challenging, situations.#cdspshe pic.twitter.com/ip9hx6KyyN

25/10/24

We are proud of the way that pupils have engaged with our CDS CARE boxes. We are in need of donations! If you can support with donations of any of these, we would be grateful:Toothbrushes (please no toothpaste)Shower Gel/Body WashShampoo and ConditionerHairbrushes#cdsCARE pic.twitter.com/VsTXYe273r

24/10/24

Our ladies at Independent Catering finished off the term in great Halloween style. Always ready to put a smile on the faces of our pupils, and staff in the canteen, we’ve had a lot of fun today with their dressing up shenanigans. Thank you ladies for keeping us smiling ! pic.twitter.com/gDYlN6sdMt

24/10/24

CDS is seeking to appoint Exam Invigilators. These roles are under a casual contract and if you, or someone you know, feel that you have the knowledge and skills to suit this role then please view the vacancy here:https://t.co/m4PSyVlHnB...#cdsrecruitment pic.twitter.com/ktTYZBPE15

Uniform

 

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

Schoolwear Centre Website

Monkhouse Schoolwear Website


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

(a) promote a shared identity and foster pride in the School.
(b) ensure dress appropriate for the working day.
(c) promote equality and avoid issues of comparison & peer pressure.

Students are expected to be smart. School uniform is to be worn correctly at all times during the school day including to and from School as well as for visits and school events unless otherwise noted. Non-school uniform days students 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.

 

Pupils - Year 7 to 9

Blazer

Grey blazer with badge (available from uniform suppliers)

Trousers

Plain, Dark grey formal trousers of a polyester/viscose type fabric.

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

Shirt

Plain white with shirt-type collar.  The shirt can be long or short sleeved.

Skirt

Kilt in the school tartan (available from uniform suppliers).

Jumper

Plain grey stocking stitch jumper with collarless V-neck.  The jumper can be long sleeved or sleeveless.

 

Pupils - Year 10 to 11

Blazer

Black blazer with badge (available from uniform suppliers)

Trousers

Plain, black formal trousers of a polyester/viscose type fabric.

Shirt

Plain white with shirt-type collar.  The shirt can be long or short sleeved.

Jumper

Plain black stocking stitch jumper with collarless V-neck.  The jumper can be long sleeved or sleeveless.

Pupils - All Years

Tie

College tie (available from uniform suppliers)

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.

Socks

Plain grey or black socks.

  • Denim, brushed cotton or corduroy trousers are forbidden.
  • Coats should be removed during lessons and NO hoodies or sweatshirts should be worn in replacement of a coat or jumper.
  • Hats, scarves and gloves should NOT be worn in the school building.
  • Extreme hairstyles or colours will not be permitted.

 

Jewellery

  • The wearing of jewellery in school can be an obvious source of danger and therefore is forbidden. Students wearing jewellery will be asked to remove it and should they refuse then the Behaviour Policy will be instigated.
     
  • Discreet studs (one per earlobe only) may be worn at the owner’s physical risk where a student has pierced earlobes.
     
  • Body, facial and other ear piercings are considered a danger and MUST NOT be worn for school.
     
  • Students who cannot remove jewellery for any reason may be excluded from lessons and be placed into isolation.
     
  • DISCREET makeup is acceptable for KS4 students only.
     
  • Nail varnish and acrylic nails are NOT acceptable.

Under no circumstances will the school be willing to accept responsibility, financial or otherwise, for the loss on school premises of any items of jewellery worn or brought to school by students.

PE Kit - All year Groups

A new PE kit is being phased into school for September 2023 for year 7,
but older year groups are welcome to wear this when kit is replaced.

Required Kit:

  • Joma red PE shirt with logo
  • Joma black shorts or black Skort (no logo)
  • Red football socks
  • Training shoes
  • Football boots
  • Shin pads
  • White PE socks
  • Gum shield

PE/Games

Phasing in for Y7 only for Sept 23 but older years can wear if they want.

Optional Items

  • Joma red long-sleeved quarter zip neck top with logo
  • Black Falcon PE track pants (no logo)
  • Black PE leggings (no logo)
  • Black base layer (no logo)

PE Kit - Examination Based - KS4

Boys:

Required Kit:

  • Falcon G920 Sports Polo – Black/Scarlet/White - Embroidered with school badge and ‘Examination PE’
  • Falcon R150 Fully reversible sports top – Scarlet and White – Embroidered with school badge
  • White PE sport shorts
  • White ankle sports socks (for indoor PE)
  • Red football socks (for outdoor PE)
  • Trainers
  • Football Boots
  • Shin Pads
  • Mouth guard

Optional Boys PE kit:

  • Falcon B250 ¼ Zip Top – Black/Scarlet/White – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon T008 Panelled Rain Jacket – Black/Scarlet/White – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon T030 Performance Jacket – Black/Scarlet – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon ZR35 Training Trouser (Performance Fit) – Black/Scarlet – Embroidered with school badge

 

Girls:

Required Kit:

  • Falcon G925 Girls Cut Sports Polo – Black/Scarlet/White - Embroidered with school badge and ‘Examination PE’
  • Falcon G203 Black/Scarlet/White Skort
  • Falcon ZR38 Black Girls Legging - Embroidered with school badge
  • White ankle sports socks (for indoor PE)
  • Red football socks (for outdoor PE)
  • Trainers
  • Football boots
  • Shin Pads

Optional Girls PE kit:

  • Red PE sport shorts
  • Falcon B250 ¼ Zip Top – Black/Scarlet/White – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon T008 Panelled Rain Jacket – Black/Scarlet/White – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon T030 Performance Jacket – Black/Scarlet – Embroidered with school badge
  • Falcon ZR35 Training Trouser (Performance Fit) – Black/Scarlet – Embroidered with school badge

Uniform Suppliers & Other Information

Schoolwear Centre

Monkhouse Schoolwear

56 Addington Street
Margate
Kent
CT9 1QS

Phone: 01843 293555

Email: sales@school-shop.org

Website: https://www.schoolwearcentre.net/

Unit 15 Newnham Court Shopping Village
Bearsted Road
Maidstone
Kent
ME14 5LH   

Phone: 01622 230845
Email: newnhamcourt.shop@monkhouse.com

Website: https://www.monkhouse.com/

 

Please note:     

(1) Official school badges only

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

(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.

(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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