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Parent Governor Election

We are delighted that 6 parents have been nominated to become a parent governor. As there is only one vacancy we need to hold an election. You can find out more information about this process in this letter which contains a link to the voting form. We have also published the candidate supporting statements.

Primary School Tours

We are offering tours of our primary school for children joining in September 2027. The dates are: -

  • Thursday 15th October - 9:15am
  • Thursday 12th November - 9:15am 
  • Thursday 26th November - 9:15am and 2:30pm 

To book an appointment, please contact the primary school office  - primaryoffice@robertclack.co.uk

Welcome to Robert Clack School

I am proud to welcome you to the Robert Clack School website. As a former pupil and member of staff for the past 20 years, the school and our pupils mean a great deal to me. I believe that Robert Clack is a very special place; we have a strong sense of community and strive for excellence in all that we do. 


We are committed to delivering a broad and balanced education, one which appreciates the importance of academic qualifications, but one which also recognises the value of vocational qualifications and the extra-curricular of sport, drama, music, the arts and debate. 


Our ethos permeates every aspect of life at Robert Clack School and cultivates the values of mutual respect, compassion, discipline, high expectations and aspirations and hard work. By embracing these values, we believe that our pupils will be able to fulfil their ambitions in life, whatever they may be.


We are proud, but never complacent.


Mr R Taylor – Executive Headteacher

Welcome to the Robert Clack School


I am proud to welcome you to the Robert Clack School website. As a former pupil and member of staff for the past 20 years, the school and our pupils mean a great deal to me. I believe that Robert Clack is a very special place; we have a strong sense of community and strive for excellence in all that we do. 


We are committed to delivering a broad and balanced education, one which appreciates the importance of academic qualifications, but one which also recognises the value of vocational qualifications and the extra-curricular of sport, drama, music, the arts and debate. 


Our ethos permeates every aspect of life at Robert Clack School and cultivates the values of mutual respect, compassion, discipline, high expectations and aspirations and hard work. By embracing these values, we believe that our pupils will be able to fulfil their ambitions in life, whatever they may be.


We are proud, but never complacent.


Mr R Taylor – Executive Headteacher


Mutual Respect - Compassion - Discipline - High Expectations & Aspirations - Hard Work

School Notices

Elevate Education

Elevate Education offer a number of parent seminars to help parents and carers to support their children through school. You can find out more from this flyer.


Newsletters

We have had a busy last 7 weeks of the school year. You can read about what our students have been doing in our primary newsletter and secondary newsletter. You can also read about our alumni activities in our alumni newsletter.


Free School Meals

Free School Meals are changing. This means you may need to reapply for them in September. For more information, please see this poster.


Exam Results and Certificates

Here is an update about how we store your exam results and certificates:

  • Results will be kept for the year they are taken plus 6 years, this means that we will only hold results for students up to the age of 25.
  • Certificates will be held for 12 months. (From the January following the summer exams). 
  • Certificates cannot be issued during exam periods.
  • Results after the age of 25 can be obtained from the relevant Exam Boards and Certificates after 12 months can also be obtained from the Boards at a cost to the student.


PTA Events and Meetings

Our PTA provide a variety of events throughout the year to raise money to support our students. You can find out more about their events and the upcoming meetings here.


Year 11 and Year 10 RE Mock Exams

Mock exams for Year 11 students and the Year 10 RE mock will take place from 2nd - 13th November. You can view the mock timetable here. We are offering extended learning sessions to prepare for these exams at our Gosfield Road, Green Lane and Lymington Fields sites.


Police Leaflet

Please see the attached leaflet which the Metropolitan Police have asked us to share with students.


Parenting Programme

Barking and Dagenham's Family Hub have shared details of their Parenting Programme for 2026. You can view their flyer here and find out more information on their programmes here. if you wish to sign up for these programmes, please use this link.


Tapestry

We use  Tapestry, a secure learning journal, to record our reception students learning and progress. Parents of reception students can find out more about using Tapestry using these guides: -


Social Media

Our new Facebook and Instagram pages are now live. You can access and follow them using the links.


Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

Your students had such a huge impact on me that I cannot even put it into words. I left the day taking the full energy of these young people with me.  It was such an emotional experience for me. To hear your students discuss so confidently their dreams and hopes for their future, truly inspired me. 

A Level Results Day: -

"The A Level journey has been tough but with the endless support given by my teachers I was able to make it through." 

Nayeem

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

Your pupils consistently demonstrated a high level of enthusiasm, ambition, and professionalism way beyond their years.  You should be very proud of the way they excellently represented themselves and your school.  I am sure they will go on to achieve success in their chosen endeavours and I wish them all the very best for their futures.

A Level Results Day: -

"Feeling great about my results - 2 years of dedication paid off and I could not be more thankful to all the people that supported me and believed in me." 

Sufiyan

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

The future is secure if the students I saw on Wednesday area anything to go by. Each and every one was informed, engaging and self-aware. I was particularly impressed by the number who were prepared to challenge back -  demonstrating a sense of enquiry.

A Level Results Day: -

"I’m incredibly grateful and beyond excited to have been accepted into dentistry. It’s a dream come true, and I’m thankful for every challenge, every lesson, and every person who supported me along the way."

Shanzay

A Level Results Day: -

“I am really happy that my hard work over the past two years has been put to good use. I want to thank my teachers for their dedication in helping me to attain these grades.” 

Oladipupo

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

I just wanted to thank you so much for the amazing day we had at Robert Clack yesterday with your year 10 students. Every student I saw was truly inspiring. They seemed to be naturally well-mannered and were so professional in their approach to the interviews.

A Level Results Day: -

"I am absolutely thrilled with my results – I could not be happier. I want to express my gratitude to all those who helped me along the way. It wasn't easy but we got there in the end.” 

Anthony

A Level Results Day: -

"I am glad my hard work has paid off and I have got the grades I deserve. I am grateful for everyone who has helped me to get to this point." 

Leonis

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

It was a brilliant afternoon, with a wonderful bunch of young people. Some bright futures ahead, no doubt.

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

I really enjoyed coming back to the school and was blown away by how well the students performed and how professional they are. Their ambition and energy were infectious and everyone I spoke to knows where they want to go and how they will get there. Great to see the talent coming through Robert Clack, everyone at the school should be very proud.

A Level Results Day: -

“I want to thank the business and sports departments and also the Sixth Form Team for supporting me all the way and helping me to achieve my so successful results. Remember to stay dedicated and do not give up!” 

Ellie

Feedback from Year 10 Stock Exchange Visit: -

Your pupils were so engaged, eloquent and so polite. The volunteers had such an amazing time working with them.

A Level Results Day: -

"Robert Clack has been very supportive and helped me to do well in my exams."

Guste

A Level Results Day: -

“I feel very overwhelmed and very grateful. I am thankful to my amazing teachers and my dear friends. I know I have worked hard and I am so happy that after achieving A*A*A*, I will study Biomedical Science at University of Warwick.” 

Mahadia

Feedback from Year 10 Employer's Day: -

Thank you for bringing such a well behaved bunch of students along that were engaged throughout. They were so well mannered and polite too. We were so impressed with how quickly they came up with their ideas and how confident they all were with their delivery

A Level Results Day: -

"This journey has been both rewarding and challenging. There was a lot of hard work and late nights, practice essays and a lot of tears but it is important to keep pushing through. Some advice I have is to reach out to teachers; they are there for you, genuinely care and are willing to help. "

Kiersten

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

Your students had such a huge impact on me that I cannot even put it into words. I left the day taking the full energy of these young people with me.  

A Level Results Day: -

"The A Level journey has been tough but with the endless support given by my teachers I was able to make it through." 

Nayeem

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

I just wanted to thank you so much for the amazing day we had at Robert Clack yesterday with your year 10 students. Every student I saw was truly inspiring. 

A Level Results Day: -

"I am glad my hard work has paid off and I have got the grades I deserve. I am grateful for everyone who has helped me to get to this point." 

Leonis

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

The future is secure if the students I saw on Wednesday area anything to go by. Each and every one was informed, engaging and self-aware.

A Level Results Day : -

Robert Clack has been very supportive and helped me to do well in my exams.

Guste

A Level Results Day: -

"Feeling great about my results - 2 years of dedication paid off and I could not be more thankful to all the people that supported me and believed in me" 

Sufian

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

Your pupils consistently demonstrated a high level of enthusiasm, ambition, and professionalism way beyond their years.  You should be very proud of the way they excellently represented themselves and your school.  

Feedback from Stock Exchange Visit: -

Your pupils were so engaged, eloquent and so polite. The volunteers had such an amazing time working with them.

A Level Results Day: -

“I am really happy that my hard work over the past two years has been put to good use. I want to thank my teachers for their dedication in helping me to attain these grades.” 

Oladipupo

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

It was a brilliant afternoon, with a wonderful bunch of young people. Some bright futures ahead, no doubt

A Level Results Day : -

This journey has been both rewarding and challenging. Some advice I have is to reach out to teachers; they are there for you, genuinely care and are willing to help. Do not be disheartened by setbacks.

Kiersten

A Level Results Day: -

“I feel very overwhelmed and very grateful. I am thankful to my amazing teachers and my dear friends. I know I have worked hard and I am so happy that after achieving A*A*A*, I will study Biomedical Science at University of Warwick.” 

Mahadia

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

I really enjoyed coming back to the school and was blown away by how well the students performed and how professional they are. Their ambition and energy were infectious and everyone I spoke to knows where they want to go and how they will get there.

Year 10 Employer's Day Feedback: - 

Thank you for bringing such a well behaved bunch of students along that were engaged throughout. They were so well mannered and polite too. We were so impressed with how quickly they came up with their ideas and how confident they all were with their delivery.

A Level Results Day: -

“I want to thank the business and sports departments and also the Sixth Form Team for supporting me all the way and helping me to achieve my so successful results. Remember to stay dedicated and do not give up!” 

Ellie

A Level Results Day : -

I’m incredibly grateful and beyond excited to have been accepted into dentistry. It’s a dream come true, and I’m thankful for every challenge, every lesson, and every person who supported me along the way.

Shanzay

School News

Year 7 Vaping Workshop

By Nick Power • October 11, 2026
On Monday 21st September, Year 7 pupils across all three sites attended a theatre production that addressed an important health topic for young people. The Arc Theatre's Not So Sweet – Vaping Awareness and Healthy Options brought the dangers of vaping to life in a way that textbooks simply can't. Designed specifically for Year 7, the production didn't just lecture our pupils about risks and addiction – it sparked genuine conversations about peer pressure, critical thinking, and knowing when to ask for help. The production team were genuinely impressed by what they saw at Robert Clack. Our Year 7s didn't just sit quietly – they engaged. They asked thoughtful questions, they contributed to lively discussions, and most importantly, they listened. Many expressed that they now have a much clearer understanding of: The genuine dangers of vaping How addiction works Why making informed choices matters Where to turn if they need support This session forms part of our comprehensive PSHE Education programme, which helps equip our young people with the knowledge and resilience they need to navigate the challenges they'll face both in and beyond school.  Well done to Year 7 for their excellent engagement and mature approach to this important topic.

Hunterian museum trip

By Nick Power • October 11, 2026
Year 12s took their first art and photography trip this year, heading up London. Students walked Embankment learning about the architecture and history before heading to the Royal Collage of Surgeons' Hunterian Museum. Students photographed both dry and wet preserved specimens for their coursework on Memento Mori to capture how glass distorts light.

Year 5 Football Teams

By Nick Power • October 2, 2026
The Year 5 boys' and girls' teams made history this half term by taking part in the Primary School's first-ever competitive football matches. Mr Connolly and Ms Gladden accompanied the children to Goals Dagenham to play against St Vincent's. While neither team achieved the result they had hoped for, with both matches ending in defeat, staff and parents were extremely impressed by the perseverance and determination shown throughout. All of the children demonstrated outstanding respect, teamwork and fair play during their matches.  In the girls' game, the team did not have the luxury of any substitutes and therefore played the entire match without a break. They worked tirelessly throughout, creating several opportunities but were unable to find the back of the net. The boys scored three excellent goals, even taking a 1-0 lead at one stage, and produced some exciting attacking football throughout the game. The boys have three more group matches to play before Christmas and have been taking part in weekly training sessions with Mr Connolly. The girls will have a number of friendly fixtures organised later in the year to help build their confidence and gain further match experience. Once these are arranged, Mr McConkey and Ms Gladden will support them with their training. We hope that next half term will bring our first victories for both the girls' and boys' teams!

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