Message from the Headteacher, Kate Finch

Welcome to Harwich and Dovercourt High School.

As a part of the Sigma Trust family of schools, at Harwich & Dovercourt High School we strongly believe that no child will be left behind. It is our shared vision that every student leaves us having worked, read and learned together and having taken every opportunity offered to be successful in their chosen pathway for life. Opportunity affords choice. Choice affords a fulfilling adult life. 

HDHS is driven by opportunity. We seek to empower students to take the opportunities offered every day in order to make their adult life the most fulfilling one possible. Through the Preparedness Agenda, we support the young people of Harwich, Dovercourt and the surrounding villages on this peninsula to achieve, belong, connect and develop.

We are a body of professionals whose actions everyday demonstrate the compassion and care we have for our students.

HDHS students matter. Our aim is for each and every one of them to know, understand and believe that.

HDHS is rich in its roots in the town, having been in existence since 1958.  It has been a long journey to become the school we are today and everyone in the building is dedicated to seeing that journey continue, always seeking ways to maximise the life chances of every young person, ensuring any inequalities are levelled.

The opportunity is here.  Our students matter.

If you are a passionate and dedicated professional ready to make a real difference, we encourage you to explore our current vacancies. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.