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Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 2026-27

October 2, 2026/in General News/by Laetitia Thompson

Ready for a Challenge?

Are you in Year 10 or Year 12 and looking to do something amazing this year?

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) is a fantastic opportunity to learn new skills, take on challenges, help your community and create unforgettable memories with friends.

  • Year 10 students can sign up for the Bronze Award
  • Year 12 students can sign up for the Silver Award

To complete your award, you’ll take part in four sections:

🏃 Physical – improve in a sport or fitness activity
🤝 Volunteering – give back to your community
🎯 Skills – develop a talent or learn something new
🥾 Expedition – plan, train and complete an adventurous journey

DofE is a long-term commitment, and you’ll need to dedicate around four extra hours each week across the different sections. It requires determination and commitment, but the rewards are well worth it!

Bronze Training Starts After Half Term

If you’re signing up for the Bronze Award, training sessions will begin after half term and will take place every Tuesday from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm.

Students will receive more information during an upcoming assembly, and details for parents and carers will be sent out shortly.

Whether you want to build confidence, gain new experiences, make a difference in your community, or challenge yourself to achieve something special, DofE could be for you.

Are you ready to step outside your comfort zone and take on the challenge? 🌟

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Year 11 – HfL Education Online lessons for GCSE Maths, English & Science

October 2, 2026/in General News/by Laetitia Thompson

We would like to make parents and students aware of a fantastic opportunity to support GCSE preparation this year.

HFL Education are running a series of online GCSE revision lessons for Mathematics, English and Science during the Autumn and Spring terms, beginning on Wednesday 14 October. The sessions focus on specific GCSE topics and are an excellent source of targeted revision and exam preparation.

All lessons are recorded and shared with participants, allowing students to revisit the content at a later date.

With trial examinations beginning on 9 November, these sessions provide valuable additional support to help students build confidence and strengthen their knowledge ahead of their exams.

Booking Information

To view session details, prices and book a place, please visit:

HFL Online Lessons Details, Prices and Booking

Free School Meals Support

Students who are in receipt of Free School Meals can access these lessons free of charge, with Townsend covering the cost.

To express an interest and reserve a place, students must complete the form below by Wednesday 7 October:

Free GCSE Online Lessons with HFL (for students receiving Free School Meals)

We strongly encourage Year 11 students to take advantage of this excellent revision opportunity.

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  • About Us
    • Head’s Welcome
    • Our School
    • Our Team
    • Our History
    • Our Governors
    • Ofsted and SIAMS
    • Partnerships
    • School Policies
    • Statutory Information
    • Back
  • School Life
    • General Information
    • Attendance
    • British Values
    • Careers
    • Co-Curricular
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    • Duke of Edinburgh
    • eSafety
    • House System
    • Support For Families
    • SPACER
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    • Enrichment
    • Safeguarding
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    • School Meals
    • Student Leadership
    • Travelling to Townsend
    • Uniform / Equipment
    • Student Support
    • Designated Teacher for Looked After Children
    • Eco-Council
    • Medical
    • Pastoral Care
    • Reporting a concern
    • Student Voice
    • Student Wellbeing
    • Young Carers
    • Community
    • Friends of Townsend (PTA)
    • Severe weather
    • Townsend School Chapel
    • Townsend St Albans Music School
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    • Teaching and Learning
    • Teaching at Townsend
    • Learning at Townsend
    • Super Curriculum
    • ‘Achievement For All’
    • Assessment and Reporting
    • Home Learning
    • IPAD Programme
    • Literacy and Reading
    • Learning Resources
    • Options Process
    • Exams
    • Exam Results
    • The Learning Hub
    • Curriculum Subjects
    • Art & Design
    • Business
    • Computer Science
    • Design & Technology
    • Design & Technology – Food Preparation and Nutrition
    • Drama
    • Engineering
    • SPACER
    • English
    • Film Studies
    • Geography
    • Health and Social Care
    • History
    • Mathematics
    • Modern Foreign Languages
    • SPACER
    • Music
    • Physical Education (PE)
    • PSHE / Citizenship
    • Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)
    • Religious Studies
    • Science
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    • 16-19 Tuition Fund/Bursary
    • Alban Learning Partners
    • Further Education
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    • Expectations of Students
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    • How to Apply
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