The River Thames outside DLD College London

Year: 2018

Paralympic Winter Games, Open Evening, & International Women’s Day

16th March 18

With the ‘Beast from the East’ finally fleeing for colder climes and ice thawing at the tail end of last showing signs of thawing. The two leaders are planning to talk (the first of its kind in history) and the latter is stopping nuclear testing for the time being. I would love to be a fly on the wall during that particular question time. However, it is a lesson for us all that by having open channels of communication we can begin to resolve issues which could otherwise if left, could become strained and difficult. The Paralympic Winter Games have begun in Pyeongchang (The Olympics have no doubt helped to thaw the relationship between the US and North Korea) and we will be watching the athletes perform to the highest standards over the next couple, of weeks, as I hope our students do here at College day in and day out

Adverse Weather, Mock Examinations, & Snowball Fights

6th March 18

I really do wonder what some of our students from Moscow (temperature currently -18C) are thinking at the moment. The adverse weather we are experiencing this week is a walk…

DLD Students Raise £1400 for Evelina Children's Hospital

2nd March 18

DLD College Students participated in a 5k or 10k run, raising over £1,400 in aid of Evelina Children’s Hospital, a specialist London hospital and community services that is part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.

DLD Students Charity Run for Evelina Children's Hospital

2nd March 18

For the second year running students and staff here at DLD College London, set out on a challenge to complete either a 5k or 10K charity run for Evelina Children’s Hospital at Lee Valley VeloPark, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in East London.

Early Closure of College Due to Adverse Weather Conditions

28th February 18

Due to the adverse weather conditions we are currently experiencing the College will be closing early today. It is important to ensure the safety and well-being of both students and…

Digital Innovators, Question Time & Chinese New Year

26th February 18

This week in the Principal’s Newsletter: Digital Innovators, Principal’s Question Time, Chinese New Year, Chrity Runs and a fond farewell to Mrs Clare Ellwood.

Educake & Celebake

23rd February 18

On Wednesday 21st February DLD Pride was invited to the Educate & Celebrate Bake Off Finals Event 2018, Educake & Celebake. The Bake Off Final is scheduled during LGBT+ History Month, where key figures and events from the LGBT+ community are celebrated and tolerance and equality are encouraged and promoted.

Drama Students Shine on Stage

15th February 18

DLD College London Drama Club students took to the stage this week to perform their very first musical production, a rendition of ‘Guys and Dolls’.

DLD Drama Club Shine on Stage

14th February 18

The Drama Club here at DLD College London showcased their exceptional talents in their first musical production, a stunning rendition of Guys and Dolls.

DLD College London Ranked Top 5 For Student Progress

13th February 18

DLD College London has been recognised for student progress and the advancement made between the end of Key Stage 4 to the completion of students’ A-levels.