Attendance Matters -why is it important?




We’re proud to be a state school, and we know our former students go on to achieve incredible things.
The 93% Club is looking to recognise inspiring state school alumni from across the UK as part of its #StateSchoolProud campaign, and we’d love to put forward outstanding former Danebury and Test Valley students. (The 93% Club)
Do you know a Danebury or Test Valley alumnus or alumna who has:
Achieved success in their career?
Made a difference in their community?
Overcome challenges to achieve something extraordinary?
Inspired others through their journey?
Nominate them here- https://www.93percent.club/nominate
Let’s shine a spotlight on the amazing people who have walked the halls of Danebury and Test Valley and show everyone what being #StateSchoolProud is all about! ![]()
Please let us know if you’ve submitted a nomination—we’d love to celebrate them too! Emails to office@danebury.hispmat.org
#TeamDanebury #DaneburyAlumni #StateSchoolProud #testvalleyschool

Happy Friday everyone!
Danebury School PTA are hosting their first quiz night on the 9th October.
It's going to be a fantastic night, with professional quiz master Dale Collins. Early bird tickets (before 1st October) are only £8!!!
There will be a fully stocked bar and nibbles available, you are welcome to bring your own food or order a delivery from one of the local restaurants.
Come along, have fun, meet other members or our amazing Danebury Community and win some fabulous prizes !!
Tickets can be bought here
https://www.ticketebo.co.uk/danebury-school-pta/danebury-quiz-night
Hope to see you there!!
Danebury School PTA
We are developing our second hand uniform store 'The Den'. If you have any uniform your child is growing out off we always appreciate donations that are in good condition. If you need items please ask your child to come along and ask for Mrs Elgar to will be able to help. Donations for pre loved uniform are available on Arbour, in multiples of £5.
Also please ensure that you name your child's uniform particularly coats and jumpers. We have a huge pile in lost property (at pupil services) already that we cannot return to people.
September 2026
TO PARENTS/CARERS OF PUPILS IN YEAR 8. 9 and 10
Dear Parent/Carer,
The Ardeche Adventure 2027
We have extended the expression of interest period of the 2027 Ardeche Adventure trip. Please see below for full details.
We are planning a trip to Ardeche, France staying at Domaine de Segries (PGL) for a water sports trip in the summer of 2027. Activities will include: High Ropes, Canyoning, and a 2-day Kayak of the Ardeche river with an overnight camp under the stars.
Location: Domaine de Segries
Date: Saturday 17 July 2027 – Saturday 24 July 2027
Trip Type: Enrichment
Transport: Coach/Ferry
Cost: Estimated £1000 per pupil. This price reflects our best price of the trip for each participating pupil, reduced by any discounts we can obtain. Where your child has committed to go on a trip but cancels, for whatever reason, we cannot avoid paying for the pre-booked expenses, this is why we do not make refunds unless a replacement pupil can be found.
To include:
All coach transfers, ferry crossings, all meals with exception of day of travel and return journey (evening meal provided before departure), accommodation, all activities and excursions.
Please note: This trip is physically active and will develop pupils’ resilience in adventure settings. Due to the nature of some of these activities, pupils must be able to swim 10m and be confident in the water.
If this trip is of interest to you, please complete the reply slip by Thursday 24th September. If the trip is oversubscribed names will be drawn at random.
If your child is successful, we will contact you and a non-refundable deposit will be required by the end of September.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get back in touch with me at the school.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/wUdQgtfL1H
(If you have a technical issue accessing this form, please email the school FAO Mr Booth)
Yours sincerely
Mr D Booth
Head of Humanities
Ardeche trip co-ordinator

Thank you to everyone who came along to our Open Evening this week. It was lovely to meet so many prospective families and share our school with you. The Students who helped out all did an amazing job, sharing their experiences, talking about subjects and touring groups around the school.
Be part of something wonderful! Come and speak to Mrs Brush if you would like to be part of this years School Production, it sounds like it's going to be amazing!!
If you're in Year 10 or 11 and thinking of studying at Peter Symonds College, their open evenings are on 30th September and 1st October, 5:30 - 8:30pm. Click here to book a space https://www.psc.ac.uk/
Applications will open on Monday 14th September and close on Monday 7th December 2026.
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