Dartford musicians celebrate 50th anniversary of town-twinning
The Karl-Rehbein-Schule in Hanau saw the arrival of young musicians from Dartford Grammar School and Dartford Grammar School for Girls for a music exchange marking the 50th anniversary of the town-twinning of Dartford and Hanau.
DGS musician debuts at Rochester Cathedral
Joined by the award-winning Rochester Grammar School Senior Girls’ Choir, The Brompton and Invicta Military Wives Choir, as well as a selection of other ensembles and soloists, is Dartford Grammar School student Solon Fountzopoulos who will be performing at Rochester Cathedral in a charity concert supporting the SSAFA.
Kent Music Summer School 2019!
Held in July, the Kent Music Summer School brought together county musicians together to perform in various ensembles, led by leading professional musicians in the heart of the Kentish countryside at Benenden School.
Princes Park Comes Alive in Kent “Friendly” Derby
There were positive signs for Dartford as they continued their pre-season against Ebbsfleet on Tuesday night.
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Ashford holds grand celebration of talent in Kent
Talent, excellence and dedication from Kent’s young people were recognised at the Spirit of Try Angle Awards 2018 celebration evening held at the Ashford International Hotel.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
The Year 11 Prefects at Dartford Grammar School managed the successful Macmillan Coffee Morning with other schools across the country for the second time, and sold cakes to both members of staff and students alike to help those in need of support.
DGSChapter’s Shine Success!
Dartford Grammar School’s DGSChapter gained two ‘Highly Commended’ awards including Best Podcast as well as Best Cartoon at the annual Shine School Media Awards.
A Day at #4Roles4Goals
What do you get when you mix together; interviews, important people, networking and a fantastic football match?
Year 10 Jekyll and Hyde Theatre Trip
The audience sits, nervously anticipating the beginning of the show, all encapsulated by the red and patterned curtain, holding back a myriad of themes, ideas and emotions.
Enterprising Science Workshop
Thirty-one Year 10 students were invited to participate in the Enterprising Science Workshop to find out more about science as a career path as well as to appreciate how science impacts our lives.
Shark and Jets Showdown at DGS!
Something is coming…something big!
Youth council holds leadership election
Young people in Dartford stood for various positions on the Dartford Youth Council Executive Committee at their monthly meeting for seven key positions.
Much Ado About Nothing at Dartford Grammar School
“I love the Shakespeare Schools Festival because it inspires me and gives me a new perspective on the infinite ways I can act, and it has given me an interest towards writing my own striking plays.”
Dartford Youth Council members visit care home in Wilmington
Five Dartford Youth Council members visited a care home in Wilmington to talk to elderly members of the community and participate in various activities.
Wilsonian Triumph
Students at DGS participated in the annual DGS Sports Day at the school pavilion, on 4th July.
Interview with PJ Vanston
Journalists from the Dartford Grammar School Journalism Society interviewed PJ Vanston, a movie director, a writer for The Telegraph and an Old Dartfordian.
Dartford Music School Summer Concert
The inaugural Dartford Music School Summer Concert took place on 20th July, showcasing the talent of the students from Dartford Music School.
Dartford Festival Success
Over a week has passed since people came to Central Park for the annual Dartford Festival.
Gifted and Talented English - Production of King Lear
A select group of Year 9 students were specially chosen to watch the Royal Shakespeare Company’s live screening of King Lear