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Message from the Headteacher

Monday 9th June 2025
 

As we edge closer to the end of GCSE examinations our students continue to deal with the stresses and demands of this time with a calmness and resilience, there are just under 2 weeks to go for the students so the end is in sight.

Last weekend saw some of our Bronze Duke of Edinburgh students complete their assessed expedition in some difficult weather. All of the groups completed the weekend successfully, if a little bedraggled at times!

Congratulations to George Skilling who represented the school in the recent “Speak Out” competition, which was compered by our very own Evlyn Bosworth who was the winner last year. George performed admirably and spoke with a real confidence and authority on his chosen subject.

The Ypres trip which was run earlier this term was a fantastic success with our students getting a huge amount from the trip both in terms of their historical knowledge but also understanding the suffering and horrors of war, to help them develop their empathy for others, which is perhaps all the more pertinent at the moment.

Next week sees our Year 8 Geography Trip where students develop their practical skills in the subject and then the Year 11 Prom which is always such a fantastic way for our Year 11 students to finish their time with us.

With warmest wishes

Simon Martin

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope”.

Jeremiah 29:11

 SCHOOL VISION

Debenham High School aims to nurture excellence and integrity in all members of our community. 

Debenham High is a place of learning and personal development for all. We aim to develop students to enable them to take their place in society as happy, successful and resilient people who act with integrity, purpose and love. Students develop a curiosity about the world around them and a desire to learn. All students regardless of background and ability will be exposed to the very best so that they are able to understand and aspire to excellence; they should see this excellence both in school and beyond in the academic and cultural world. We hold  that all people are made in the image of God and as such we encourage students to develop a respect for and tolerance of others - regardless of differences of race, disability, sexuality, gender, culture or religion.  

As well as learning about other faiths and world views  our students develop an understanding of the Christian Faith and act in a way which demonstrates the key attributes of love, joy, peace, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness and self -control. The whole school community is encouraged to live by Jesus’ teaching to love our neighbour and to “Treat others as you wish to be treated”

Students will leave Debenham, with excellent academic qualifications, a love and curiosity for knowledge, resilient and ready to succeed in and contribute to an ever changing world, having developed a moral strength, compassion and understanding of others.

Growing together in Character, Wisdom and Compassion.