The Da Vinci Studio School of Science and Engineering will reflect the local tradition of innovative science and engineering.
The Da Vinci Studio School, sponsored by North Hertfordshire College, will offer mainstream qualifications delivered through the Studio School model of enquiry based cross curricular learning, intensive personal development, a rich science and engineering curriculum and fully embedded links to the world of work. It will have a close connection with local science and engineering employers who will be involved in all aspects of the curriculum. Pupils will receive personal coaching and their learning will be closely matched with the industries they plan to work in.
Key employers involved with the project are AMCO FM, Astrium Ltd, MBDA, Monarch Airlines, Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst, Weldability and Wenta.
Proposed Da Vinci Studio School of Science and Engineering, sponsored by North Hertfordshire College – Consultation Overview
The proposal to create The Da Vinci Studio School for September 2012 has been given approval by the Department for Education to move to the pre opening stage. This next stage is to seek your views on the proposal and whether the school should enter into a formal agreement with the Department of Education, via a funding agreement. Hertfordshire County Council is hosting this consultation on their website on behalf of North Hertfordshire College. Click here for full details