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  • Supporting Students with Revision Webinar

    Published 27/11/24
    How to prepare for exams and tests - For students Exams and tests are always daunting, but effective revision can help cure some exam nerves and set you up for success! Join this webinar to hear some top tips from a university experts, a current u
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  • School Update Tomorrow

    Published 24/11/24
    Parent and Carer, We plan to be open tomorrow. Our bus companies are currently assessing the routes to ensure they are safe for travel and will be providing regular updates to us. If anything changes, we will inform you as soon as possible. If you ar
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  • A Christmas Soiree

    Published 18/11/24
    This year, our Music Department is putting on a Christmas Soiree for the public! The poster below has more information..   
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  • Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)

    Published 18/11/24

    Please see the extract below from the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) November newsletter... 

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  • Christmas Menu 2024

    Published 15/11/24
    Please see below for our Christmas Menu - tickets are on sale from Monday 9th December....
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  • Y8 Parents/Carers Evening

    Published 08/11/24
    Our Y8 parents/carers evening is on Thursday 21 November 2024 from 4.00pm – 7.00pm and online appointments open on 11/11/2024.  For more information on how to book, please see the PDF below... 
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  • Free Courses for Families

    Published 07/11/24
    Candi has put together a series of workshops aimed at parents, guardians and carers of children and young people.  These workshops are bookable, and we encourage service users to book using the details on the posters attached.  The de
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  • Y11 Revision Video

    Published 11/10/24
    Our Y11 mock exams are just around the corner. To ensure students are prepared, Mr Derrick has put together a video for them. Please click here or see the video below.  
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  • Author Visit

    Published 08/10/24
    During our enrichment week, which starts on Monday, October 14th, we have many exciting activities and trips. One of these very exciting opportunities for our students is an author visit by the one and only Hayley Hoskins!  If you are interes
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  • Jet Age Museum Events

    Published 08/10/24
    The Jet Age Museum in Gloucester is holding some special events during half-term. For more information, please see the posters below...      
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  • Flu Vaccinations Notice

    Published 07/10/24
    Our students are due to have their Flu Vaccinations on the 20/21/22 of November. More information, including the consent link, is in the PDF below...
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  • Tempest Photos of Year 7, 9 & 12 students

    Published 24/09/24
    For Parents of Year 7, 9 & 12 students Have you ordered your school photos yet? A polite reminder that the closing date for free delivery back to school is  Monday 30th September 2024.  Order through the
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  • Drybrook Buses - Important

    Published 23/09/24
    Due to the Drybrook closure now in place the following has been agreed with Grindles for GR5 and DM3 from this afternoon, the vehicles got access this morning as they went through before the closure was set up.  The road closure is delayed from
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  • Duolingo Competition

    Published 23/09/24
    Please see the PDF below with more information and a link to our Duolingo competition... 
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  • Y7 Tutor Evening 3rd October

    Published 20/09/24
    Our Y7 tutor evening is on Thursday 3rd October 4pm - 7pm, which is a great opportunity for parent/carers to meet their child's tutor. Please book appointments via the My Child at School app. Bookings open on 23rd September at 9am and close at 4p
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  • Y11 Winter Trial Exam Timetable

    Published 20/09/24
    Please see below for the timetable and additional information on our Y11 Winter Trial Exams... 
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  • Y8 Interactive Play - Crashing

    Published 13/09/24
    On the 1st of October, we have an interactive play for our year 8 students. Please see the letter below for more information... 
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  • Flu Vaccinations Consent

    Published 13/09/24
    Please see below for more information...
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  • Y10 Presentation Evening

    Published 13/09/24
    Thank you to everyone who attended our Y10 information evening. If you missed this evening or want to recap, please see the slides below, which were shown during the evening...
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  • Launch of our Student App

    Published 11/09/24
    Our student app has officially launched! For more information, please see the letter below... 
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  • Letter from our Headteacher...

    Published 06/09/24
    Please see the attachment below for a letter from Mr Mooney...
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  • Year 11 Parent/Carer Evening

    Published 06/09/24
    Please see the letter attached about Year 11 Parent/Carer Evening, Thursday, 19th September, from 4pm until 7pm below...
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  • Year 10 Welcome Evening - Thursday 12th September

    Published 05/09/24
    Please see the letter below for information on our Year 10 Welcome Evening on Thursday 12th September...
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  • Dene Magna Open Day/Evening

    Published 05/09/24

    It is that time of year again! Dene Magna is quickly approaching...

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  • Scopay Technical Issues

    Published 02/09/24
    Scopay Technical Issues - We are experiencing technical issues with our payment system, which may mean that you cannot view your child's balance. We are working with our suppliers to fix this. Sorry for any inconvenience.
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  • Scopay Unavailability

    Published 30/08/24

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  • End of Year Letter 2024

    Published 16/07/24
    Please see the letter below for the end of year letter...
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  • Change of Operator for DM2 & DM5 in Sept 2024

    Published 15/07/24
    Please see below for more information...
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  • Transport - 19th July

    Published 15/07/24
    This Friday the 19th of July we finish at 12 pm. All buses stay the same and will take students home as usual, EXCEPT the Stagecoach bus. Alternative transport must be sorted for students who usually get this bus.  Thank you
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  • Non Uniform...

    Published 03/07/24
    We have a number of trips and visits that are starting to go out and we hope they have a fantastic time. Students should be in school uniform Monday and Tuesday and then non uniform for the rest of the week. Can we remind students to dress
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  • Year 11 Prom Update

    Published 13/06/24
    Please see below for a letter about an update on our Y11 prom...
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  • Y9 Work Experience

    Published 12/06/24
    Please see below for a letter about Year 9 work experience... 
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  • Key information you need to know about HAF this summer

    Published 10/06/24
       
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  • Y6 Induction Booklet

    Published 10/06/24
    Please see below for a PDF version of the Y6 parent booklet, which was used in our recent Y6 induction meeting... 
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  • 10-2-11 Challenge

    Published 04/06/24
    We are inviting all Year 10 students to take part in a number of challenges to help prepare them for their move into Year 11 and for independent life. We held an assembly this morning to talk them through this process and they have been han
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  • Y11 Newsletter

    Published 17/05/24
    Please see below the Y11 newsletter sent to all Y11 parents/carers... 
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  • Y11 Newsletter

    Published 10/05/24
    Please see below for our Y11 newsletter...
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  • Info Regarding Year 10 Mock Exams

    Published 07/05/24
    It is nearly time for our Y10 students to embark on their first-ever set of mock exams! Please see the attached letter, which was sent out to parents/carers today...
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  • PE Kit Price Increase

    Published 03/05/24
    Our PE Kit suppliers will be increasing prices of our PE Kit from 1st June, new price list attached. As of the 1st May, you can get a 10% discount at checkout if you spend £25.00 or more on Dene Magna clothing when ordering online, you just
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  • Exam Stress

    Published 29/04/24
    With the exam season just around the corner we thought it would be useful to share the attached poster about stress...
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  • New Headteacher Appointment

    Published 26/04/24
    Exciting times are ahead at Dene Magna!  To find out more, please see the downloadable PDF below...
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  • A Level & GCSE Exam Timetable

    Published 23/04/24
    Exam season is approaching fast! Please see the downloadable PDF below for the A Level and GCSE exam timetable...
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  • Have you logged into My Child at School yet?

    Published 09/04/24
    Year 7 parent’s evening is later this half term, with bookings being made through the My Child at School App If you haven’t logged in yet, now is the time to give it a try so that you are ready when bookings open. Click on the follo
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  • Gatsby Benchmark Progression Report

    Published 20/03/24
    Following on from the letter sent in September 2023, this report is a summary which we would like to share, to provide you with an update on your establishment’s performance against the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks for the Autumn Term 2023/24. For
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  • Y11 Leavers Hoodies

    Published 20/03/24
    The Y11 exams are quickly approaching, which means that it is now time to order the Y11 hoodies. Please see below for sizing, cost and more information...
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  • Holiday Programme and Food Activities

    Published 18/03/24
    Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)
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  • Focus eLearning

    Published 28/02/24
    Please see the PDF below for login details for Focus eLearning...
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  • Thank you to Lancett & Co Ltd

    Published 06/02/24
    A big big thank you to Lancett & Co Ltd for their generous donation towards this year's Timetable Suspension activities.  If there are any other local companies who would like to donate, please contact the school
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  • Thank you to Forest of Dean Fasteners​​​​​​​

    Published 05/02/24
    A big big thank you to Forest of Dean Fasteners for their generous donation towards this year's Timetable Suspension activities.  If there are any other local companies who would like to donate, please contact the school.  
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  • Thank you...

    Published 02/02/24
    A big big thank you to Axiom Building Services for their generous donation towards this year's Timetable Suspension activities.  If there are any other local companies who would like to donate please contact the school. 
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  • Uniform Reminder

    Published 11/01/24
    Please see the PDF below for a letter from our assistant headteachers about uniform... 
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  • Year 9 Options Evening/Subject Fair & Form

    Published 09/01/24
    It is now time for our Y9 students to consider the options they want to study for Y10 and Y11. For the timeline of this, please see the PDF below... 
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  • End of Term Letter

    Published 20/12/23
    Wow, it's that time already! Please see below for our end-of-term letter from Mr Brady...
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  • Class of 2023 Leavers - Exam Certificate Collection

    Published 14/12/23
    Class of 2023 Leavers - Exam Certificate Collection We would like to warmly invite the leavers from the Class of 2023 to collect their exam certificates between 10am and 4pm between Monday 18th to Wednesday 20th December 2023. For A Level 2023
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  • Holiday Activities and Food over Christmas

    Published 08/12/23
    Holiday Activities and Food (HAF)
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  • Morse road closure

    Published 04/12/23
    We are aware of the road closures and road works on the school routes that caused mayhem this morning, we have contacted the Authorities for an update on this, when we have any information we will let you know. We have the following mess
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  • Rugby World Cup Bags for sale

    Published 04/12/23
    Ideal Christmas Present for someone who likes Rugby or for someone who needs a new bag! On sale we have some high quality Rugby World Cup France 2023 bags. About A3 in size. For a bargain price of just £2. Plenty available.  If you w
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  • Book Fayre

    Published 01/12/23
    Our Scholastic Book Fayre is now up for students to buy books! This is an excellent opportunity for our students and is live until the 5th of December.  
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  • Matilda Production

    Published 01/12/23
    Tickets for our Matilda Production are available now from reception! Our students are excited, and we cannot wait for you to see them!       
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  • Christmas Dinner

    Published 17/11/23
    Tickets will be on sale from Tuesday 28th November... Please download the PDF below for the Christmas Menu...
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  • Year 11 Trial Exams

    Published 17/11/23
    Please see below for a timetable of the Y11 Exams...  
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  • Updated PE Kit

    Published 17/11/23
    Following student feedback we have sourced a Dene Magna PE Legging, which is Navy Blue and has "DMS" on the leg, these are a high quality sports item and can be purchased from Harris Sports.  No alternative should be worn &
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  • Bromcom App

    Published 07/11/23
    Please do not worry if you are yet to recieve an email from Bromcom about the My Child at School App. Please give this email at least 24 hours to appear. Thank you for your patience
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  • Year 11 Parents/Carers Information Evening Resources

    Published 20/10/23
      Thank you to everyone who came to our open evening this week. For access to the slides, please click the link below and see the PDF below -  https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ND9Mb3Qe-XgRhFNe6Gc8AYPmQ7GPe2bUfZHVxT8PVtk/edit?us
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  • Y10 Work Experience

    Published 20/10/23
    Please see below for a letter for Year 10 parents/careers and students about their work experience...
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  • Year 11 Information Evening

    Published 10/10/23
    Please see below for an important for Y11 parents and carers...
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  • Term Dates 2024/2025

    Published 05/10/23
    Please see the attached letter about our term dates of 2024-2025. 
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  • Nit Notice

    Published 02/10/23
    Hello,  Unfortunately, there are currently nits going around our students. Please check students' hair and ensure all long hair (below the shoulders) is tied up, conforming to school rules.  Thank you. 
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  • Year 7 Tutor Evening - Thursday 5 October 2023

    Published 28/09/23
    Year 7 Tutor Evening is being held on Thursday 5 October 2023.  This is a virtual appointment with your son/daughter's tutor.  You will need a device lthat has a webcam and speaker.   Appointments are made via the Parent
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  • INSET Day

    Published 28/09/23
    A gentle reminder that it is INSET day tomorrow, the 29th of September. 
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  • Spellzone Update...

    Published 18/09/23
    This week the English department are launching Spellzone ILT for all Key Stage Three students. Students will be given their login details with their username and password. There is even a QR code which students can scan to access their accounts. 
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  • Ski Trip March 2024

    Published 15/09/23
    There is a space which has become available on our Ski Trip! If you are interested, please get in touch with reception for more information...
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  • KS4 Evening - Rearranged

    Published 14/09/23
    The Y10 information evening which was scheduled for this evening has been rearranged, and the new date will be announced soon. Thank you. 
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  • We Raised £3,331.40 for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity

    Published 04/09/23
     
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  • SCO Pay Unavailability

    Published 31/08/23

    SCO Pay will be unavailable from 31/08/23 to 01/09/23

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  • Help in the Summer Holidays

    Published 18/07/23
    Please see the document below, which contains lots of helpful information about food banks and help during the summer holidays...
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  • End of Term Letter

    Published 17/07/23
    End of term letter below...
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  • Non School Uniform

    Published 17/07/23
    Non School Uniform Day this Thursday to raise Funds for the Great Western Air Ambulance. For more information, please see the document below...
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  • Year 11 Prom Update

    Published 13/07/23
    Please see the downloadable PDF below for our Y11 prom letter... 
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  • For all those students that travel to school on the Stagecoach 24

    Published 10/07/23
    For all those students that travel to school on the Stagecoach 24  there is some minor adjustments to the timings from the September 2023 School term. The times for the September 2023 term are:   Service 24 - Schooldays 
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  • Year 9 Calling It Out Programme

    Published 29/06/23
    Please see below for information on the Year 9 Calling It Out Programme...
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  • London Ininerary

    Published 29/06/23
    Please download the PDF below to see the itinerary for the upcoming London trip...
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  • Letter from Mr Brady

    Published 27/06/23
    Please see below better from Mr Brady regarding tragic losses...
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  • PE Kit Letter

    Published 12/06/23
    Please see below for a letter for all students and parents/carers...
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  • Strike Letter

    Published 27/04/23
    Please see below for the attached strike letter...
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  • Strike Letter

    Published 24/04/23
    Please see below for a letter about the strike this week...
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  • 6th Period for Y11

    Published 21/04/23
    Starting from Monday, the 24th of April, we will be running a 6th period for our Y11 students. This will help them to prepare for their exams as they are quickly approaching. 
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  • Hoodie Letter

    Published 31/03/23
    Please see below for the hoodie letter...
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  • Royal British Legion Fundraiser

    Published 31/03/23
    Please see below for more information...    
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  • Summer Exam Information

    Published 23/03/23
    Summer 2024 External Examinations timetable will be published in the Spring Term.
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  • Tuck Shop!

    Published 17/02/23
    We are opening a Tuck Shop at Dene Magna! The Tuck Shop will open on the 27th of February and will be open from 3:20pm to 3:50pm. It will be located in the main hall. Who doesn't want a snack while they wait for the bus, on the bus on the
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  • Year 11 Geography and Revision Guide

    Published 16/02/23
    Please see below for an important letter for Y11 parents of students who take Geography...
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  • Y11 Prom Letter

    Published 16/02/23
    To see the letter for the Y11 prom, please see the downloadable PDF below...
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  • Termly Newsletter

    Published 14/02/23
    Our termly newsletter contains all the events that have gone on this term and even some of what we are doing next term! To see our newsletter, please see below for a downloadable PDF version...
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  • Breakfast Special Offer!

    Published 14/02/23

    This special offer is available every Wednesday morning!

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  • Y11 Newsletter

    Published 13/02/23
    Please see below our Y11 Newsletter
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  • Y9 County Lines Letter

    Published 13/02/23
    Please download the letter below...
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  • Author Visit Letter

    Published 27/01/23
    Please see below for a letter on an author visit which is quickly approaching...
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  • Uniform Reminder

    Published 17/01/23
    Please see the downloadable PDF below for a letter from the Pastoral team at Dene Magna about Uniform...
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  • Dene Magna Post 18 Careers Fair

    Published 12/01/23
    We are facilitating a post-18 Career Fair at our Sixth Form in Cinderford on the 16th of February, 3 pm - 6:30 pm. All students are welcome! This is an amazing opportunity for students to connect to their dream Universities, Apprenticeships a
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