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Educational Visits

We provide a wide range of educational visits for every year group including Drama and social visits to Theatre productions, Science events at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratories, Student events at local Universities, Art students to Galleries, Business students to local companies and Graphics students to Didcot Railway Centre.. 

Please click here to see what visits are in store for this year.

 Here is a highlight of our trips over recent years:

Visit Curriculum Link Where Year Group
Matilda the Musical Enrichment London Year 11
Partnership with Germany MFL Oxford Year 9
Changsha and Beijing MFL China Year 9 & 10
Ghost Trail Enrichment Oxford Year 10 & 11
Rambert Dance Dance London Years 9 - 13
Blood Brothers Drama Milton Keynes Year 10
Complex Numbers Maths Oxford Year 12
Paralympics PE London Years 8 - 12
Festival of Chemistry Science Oxford Year 8
PGL Residential ICT Osmington Bay Year 8
French Chateau MFL Northern France Year 7
Women in Computer Science ICT Oxford Year 10
Munga Debate Enrichment Didcot Year 12
The Crowstarver Drama Oxford Years 9-13
German Christmas Markets MFL Munich Year 8-11
Paris Homestay MFL Paris Years 8, 9 & 10
National Science Fair Science London Year 8
Rapunzel by Creation Theatre English Oxford Year 7
Houses of Parliament Citizenship London Year 11
Rhythm Force Music Kneller Hall Mixed
GCSE Fieldwork Geography Swanage and Studland Year 9 & 11
Summer Concert Music Cornerstone, Didcot Mixed
Black Country Museum History Dudley Year 7
PGL Residential ICT Lancashire Year 8
Madrid Languages & Art Spain Year 8
Galleries of Justice History Nottingham Year 9 & 10
Beijing Languages China Years 8 & 12

 

 

 

Matilda

 

Year 11 watch "Matilda the Musical" December 2012

The Royal Shakespeare Company’s world premiere production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical captured the imagination of our Year 10 and 11 students yesterday evening during a packed performance at London’s Cambridge Theatre in Covent Garden.  For more information please follow this link to our news page:

  

 

 

 

german visitorsInternational Links with Germany December 2012

Ten girls from year 9 hosted our German visitors around Oxford on a tour of the Caslte and Harry Potter tour of the city. For more information please follow the link below to our news page: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/220/international-links-strengthened  

  

 

Changsha and Beijing October & November 2012China group 2012

At the end of October Miss Marsh and 10 students from Yr 9 and 10 spent two weeks in China. They visited Changsha and Beijing whilst experiencing a variety of linguistic and cultural activities. It was an immensely rewarding adventure for all.

Betsy Brind 9SPP writes.......On Monday 22nd October we left for a trip of a lifetime…China! We were very excited and not the least bit tired even though we woke up at 2:15am. After a long journey to Changsha our first reaction was “ Wow! This is a very different scenery to the UK!” But while we were there it just got better and better. By the end of the trip we did not want to go home. We think the best bit of the trip was being able to get a feel for how other people live. I would most definitely recommend this trip.           

 

 

Ghost trail

 Ghost Trail in Oxford October 2012

Intrepid year 10s and 11s went on a ghost trail in Oxford to learn about the city's history...... for more information please follow this link to our news page: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/208/ghost-trail-terrifies-our-teens

 

 

 

 

 Rambert Dance in London October 2012

On Thursday 18th October, Dance students from Years 9-13 visited London to see Rambert, the national company for contemporary dance, renowned as being one of the most distinctive and the most creative companies working in Britain today.

Founded by Marie Rambert in 1926, the Company has sustained her pioneering commitment to choreography and developing dan1097-3013-labyrinth_of_lovecers as artists, leading the way for over 85 years. The vision of this energetic Polish woman ensured that dance as an artform took root and blossomed in this country, and Rambert’s influence now extends across the world.

Bold, risk-taking, agile and beautiful, the dancers combined rigorous technique and artistry with an extraordinary ability to challenge and entertain – a real inspiration to our dancers, who picked up lots of tips for their own techniques and choreography.  The Company is also renowned for its use of live music and it is the only UK-based contemporary dance company always to tour with an orchestra. 

 

Blood BrothersBlood Brothers in Milton Keynes October 2012

Year 10 GCSE Drama students went to Milton Keyens for a brilliant production of one of their set texts "Blood Brothers". To read more please follow the link below: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/202/blood-brothers-musical-visit

 

 Complex Numbers Maths Visit September 2012

On Friday 21st SepteComplex numbersmber nine Yr 12 Further Maths students visited Oxford Spires Academy to take part in an afternoon of Complex Numbers. During the afternoon, students were taught about the imaginary number i (or j if you are an engineer) where it arises and how to use it. We were all able to take part in challenges using the new skills we had acquired. Our students are now able to solve any kind of quadratic equation, particularly equations that were previously unsolvable, plot imaginary numbers on Argand diagrams and find the argument of z. We had a lovely, if rather mind blowing, afternoon and some very nice doughnuts!

 

 

ParalympicsDSCF4182[1] September 2012

In September four groups from DGS visited the Paralympics in London - a once in a lifetime opportunity for many - read Jessica Cooke's account of her visit at: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/195/dgs-visits-the-paralympics

 

 

 

 Festival of Chemistry June 2012

On June 19th Festival of Chemistryfour girls from year 8 represnted DGS at the Salters' Festival of Chemistry which was held in the teaching labs at Oxford University. The girls spent the morning using chemistry to solve a crime: they identified a mystery ink using chromatography and worked out the identity of a white powder using a series of chemical reactions and then combined their results with other evidence to deduce the identity of the criminal.After lunch they returned to the lab to tackle a difficult chemical challenge set by the scientists from Oxford. The day concluded with a "chemical magic" demonstration lecture which included some very loud bangs and setting a j-cloth on fire without burning it!
 
Dr Nickerson

 

 

 

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Year 8 ICT residential to PGL Centre at Osmington Bay June 2012

On Friday 1st June, 52 Year 8 pupils started their half term holiday by setting off on their annual residential visit to Osmington Bay, near Weymouth, to learn how technology and physical education can go hand in hand! Find out more at: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/169/year-8-ictpe-residential-osmington-bay

French Chateau April 2012

ChateauOn Friday 26th April 2012 81 year 7s travelled to France, destination the small French town of Rue to stay in a beutiful converted French Chateau. The sun shone on the white cliffs of Dover as we left England and on the Normandy beaches as we arrived in France. The weekend's programme included making croissant and pain au chocolat, visiting a snail farm where we learnt all about looking after these delightful creatures.  Many girls were brave and let a snail nestle in their hand. before tasting delicacies such as snail jam and snail pâté. We then visited a goat farm and learnt all about making goat's cheese and had the chance to try some.One morning was spent in the Battlefields on the Somme brigning to life the hash reality of WW1, followed by a visit to a cave system used from Medieval times. Evening activities included treasure hunts and team games. A wonderful time was had by all!

 

lungcomputermodelWomen in Computer Science March 2012

Tracking badgers, making autonomous helicopters, the philosophy of robots, improving language translation and hiding secret informatio in pictures were some of the fascinating topics covered at the Women in Computer Science Day on Wednesday 21st March. Read more at:   http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/145/women-in-computer-science

 

 

 

Didcot Sixth Form students experience "MUNGA"! March 2012

Barely 10 mMungainutes had passed, and Russia was already being described as “poker-faced” by the Nepalese. China offended the German delegates by invoking the Nazis. Greenpeace handed out flowers to everyone present. In the meantime, the UK tried to call for calm. The location for these international shenanigans? find out at: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/138/didcot-sixth-form-students-experience-munga
 
 

 

CrowstarverThe Crowstarver February 2012

Tuesday 28th February 2012 saw Miss Robertson, Miss Davis and Miss Woods take pupils from years 9-13 to visit the Oxford Playhouse to watch the gripping and moving story, The Crowstarver, set in a close-knit rural community in the early days of the Second World War. Read more at: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/134/the-crowstarver-conjures-up-compassion-for-students

 
 

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German Christmas Markets December 2011

Twenty nine Didcot girls from Years 8-11 had a busy four days making new friends with pupils from our Partner School Feodor-Lynen-Gymnasium in Planegg. Frau Gabi Munz, Head of English at FLG, and all the pupils and teachers made us feel very welcome at the school.

For more information please follow this link to our News Page: http://www.didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk/86/news/article/112/munich-christmas-market-trip-1st-to-4th-december-2011

 

 Paris Homestay 6th-11th March 2011

 Paris
Unlike a lot of trips abroad, this is not a residential trip; the girls stay in pairs with host families. This year we stayed in the Eaubonne region of Paris and all the families were warm, welcoming and caring.  In the morning the girls had 3 hours of French lessons with a native French teacher, we then went to central Paris for the afternoon to look at various sites: Musée du Louvre, Sacré-Coeur, Place du Tertre, Montmartre, Arc de Triomphe, Château de  Versailles, Notre-Dame, Paris Story, and in the evening the girls returned to their host families.  Taking a group of year 8, 9 and 10 girls really worked well as they all got on excellently. The girls' behaviour was brilliant and they represented DGS really well. For me, one of the highlights of the trip was going up the Eiffel tower to the top level on a beautifully clear day to see the stunning view of the city and not to mention some of the girls overcoming their fear of heights.
 
Mr Harvey
 

 

 

Big Bang National Science Fair - March 2011
 National science fair
Jordan Cripps, Robyn Darby and Charlotte Morris (Year 8) have done an outstanding job of presenting their science project “How Fast Do Things Decompose?” at the National Science Fair which was held from 10 – 12 March at the ExCel Centre in London. The girls did their initial research from April to June last year and presented their results at Reading University in July when their project was selected to represent our region at the national event. The girls worked for months after school and at lunchtimes to do further experiments and to prepare a display and presentation about their project, which they were able to share with over 25,000 visitors to the exhibition.
 
During their three days in London they were also able to take part in hands-on activities and workshops, hear from scientists and engineers including Kate Bellingham and Professor Brian Cox, see Brainiac Live, Bang Goes the Theory Live and meet other young scientists from all over the UK.
 
 Well done team – you were amazing!
 
                                                                    Dr Nickerson
 

 
Year 7 English visit to see “Rapunzel and the Magic Pig” by Creation Theatre
 - January 2011rapunzel
 
The annual English Year 7 Theatre trip is a wonderful opportunity for students to enjoy wider cultural experiences within the local community by experiencing a professional theatre production. The trip tends to run in either December or January and encourages students to appreciate theatrical and staging techniques and the shaping of narrative on stage. In recent years, students have enjoyed mesmerising productions by Oxford’s Creation Theatre Company and this year was no exception with the dazzling production of Rapunzel in January engrossing the students throughout. With superb, dynamic acting and captivating stage effects it was a winter treat for all!
 
Mrs Ashton 
 
 
  

 

 

  

HOP2Citizenship Visit to Houses of Parliament – December 2010
 
On this annual trip pupils have a tour of the House of Commons and Lords and later sit in the famous Public Gallery and watch Prime Minsters question time.  They usually meet local MP Ed Vaizey to lobby, and try to gain support and advice for their coursework campaigns.
 
Mr George

 

 
 
Picture Rhythm Force stage 3Music Department to “Rhythm Force” – September 2010
 
In September a group of Gifted and Talented Musicians from Didcot Girls' School were amongst 2000 people attending Rhythm Force at Kneller Hall.  This was an outdoor gig  provided by the Army which included music from various Army military bands, rock bands, heavy metal bands and was headlined by the nations favourite Status Quo.  All those that went were treated to some amazing acts and all came away wanting to go again.
 
Mr Blyth
 
 

 

GCSE Geography Field Trip to Studland Bay and Swanage - September 2010

In July 2011 GCSE Geographers went to Studland Bay and Swanage as Studland bay Old Harry
part of their unit of work on “coasts”.  We looked at the management techniques being used at Studland Bay and collected data to use in the fieldwork controlled assessment.  We walked across the headland from Studland to Swanage and were able to see Old Harry Rocks an impressive chalk stack at the end of the headland.  It was extremely windy and we were frozen by the time we got off the cliffs and started walking down to Swanage. 
 
At Swanage we looked at the groynes and discussed mangement of the beach there which is susceptible to erosion.  Then we headed into town for a fish and chip dinner before getting the coach back home to Didcot.  It was a long but enjoyable day!
 
Mrs Oscroft

 

 
DGS Summer Concert – July 2010Summer Concert Cello playing Mathilda Woodhill
 
In July the Music Department held their annual Summer Festival at Cornerstone in Didcot.  Over 100 girls were involved in this from all year groups, singing, playing instruments and dancing.  A mixture of musical styles were performed from Classical to Pop by the School Orchestra, Choirs, small ensembles and soloists.  The audience left saying that it was the best concert they had been to for a long time and that it was great to see so much talent on show at Didcot Girls' School.
 
Mr Blyth
 
 
 
 
    

 

rolfestreet Black Country Museum – Year 7 - July 2010

At the end of Y7 students are studying the Industrial Revolution and this visit helps them to get a much more accurate picture of what life was like in the late Victorian period. The museum allows people to go back in time and students get to visit a variety of shops (although the sweet shop seems to be the most popular!), a school, a mine, workshops, houses and even an old-fashioned fair. Students are able to see the different living conditions of the poor and those who are wealthier as well as seeing how industry affected the working lives of everyone. The museum provides expert guides and students are encouraged to ask questions and investigate the whole site.
 
Miss Street
 

 

PGL ICT residential June 2010 canoesICT Residential @ PGL – June 2010

The ICT department run an annual trip with the help of the fantastic PGL staff!  Last year we visited Winmarleigh Hall in Lancashire and this year we will be going to Osmington Bay in Bournemouth.  As well as a whole host of exciting and breathtaking team building and physical activities, the girls also complete fun and challenging ICT tasks.
The aims of this trip are:
  • to inspire students and build their independence in the use of ICT
  • to give students the chance to link practical activities back to ICT work in the classroom
  • to prepare students for OCR Nationals course in year 9
  • to enable pupils to build good working relationships and develop friendships
 
 
                                                                                      Miss Woods

 

 

Madrid 2010 Retiro park Madrid - June 2010

In June, thirty Year 8 students and three teachers escaped a drizzly Britain for the bustling, cosmopolitan capital of Spain, Madrid. The combined languages and art trip takes place every two years, during which students have a chance to not only see the stunning architecture and visit art galleries and museums, but also to practise their language skills in real contexts, such as buying a postcard and ordering in a restaurant. Of course, there’s some time also for relaxing in one of the beautiful parks, sunbathing and enjoying an ice cream! 
 
Miss Marsh

 

 

 Year 9 History to the Galleries of Justice leaflet - March 2010

This trip to the Galleries of Justice in Nottingham links with Units 1 and 3 of the GCSE course; it covers the topics of crime, punishment, policing and protest. Students have the chance to take part in a mock trial in a real court room. There is also a tour of prison cells from different eras where students can see how prisons were designed and used from the 1700s onwards. Students are also able to take part in an object-handling exercise where they have to work out what certain objects were originally used for. This trip is a very hands-on experience and students gain a lot from the experience.
 
Miss Street
 
 
  

 

 

China 2009 food smChina - July 2009
 
Eight students and one teacher were lucky enough to accompany the British Council on their three week immersion course in Beijing in July 2009. The students received 20 hours of language lessons and many more of guided sightseeing and took part in cultural activities such as painting, dancing, singing, viewing acrobatic and dance performances. Opportunities to sample the delicious (and sometimes unusual) cuisine were many!
 
Miss Marsh