Our Partners

At The Derby High School, we relish opportunities to work in partnership with schools, community groups, professionals, and businesses. These collaborations provide our students with unique opportunities that extend beyond the classroom and prepare them to thrive in the wider world.

Who We Work With

We are proud to work alongside a wide range of national, regional, and local organisations who share our values and support our vision.

The Comino Foundation

The Comino Foundation is a charity dedicated to empowering individuals and communities by providing tailored support services that promote social opportunity, personal development, and practical skill-building.

Partnering with The Comino Foundation aligns with our commitment to providing holistic support for our students, helping them to thrive both academically and personally. Their comprehensive programmes offer students valuable opportunities to build confidence, develop essential life skills, and overcome challenges.

Through this collaboration, our students are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in both their educational journeys and future endeavours. We also participate in events throughout the year that focus on developing students’ skills to transition into further education and employment.

All partnerships are with top-performing companies and institutes, giving students the unique opportunity to work with professionals from the sector, gaining real-world experience and insights that help shape their futures.

This year, we are running ten projects across different curriculum areas, providing students with diverse opportunities to engage, learn, and grow in collaboration with industry leaders and experts.

University of Manchester – Science and Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub (SEERIH)

The Science and Engineering Education Research and Innovation Hub (SEERIH) is a nationally recognised centre for science and engineering education. SEERIH develops and engages teachers in innovative, research-informed professional development programmes to ensure high-quality learning outcomes for young people.

The following publication details our 20-year partnership with Professor Lynne Bianchi:
Read the publication here

Bury LCEP

The Bury LCEP Partnership brings The Derby High School together with a diverse group of partners, including cultural venues, schools, and individuals, to work collaboratively. The primary aim is to improve access to high-quality cultural experiences and creative opportunities for all children and young people in Bury.

The partnership responds to local needs and interests, driving a more coordinated cultural education offer, sharing resources, and raising the profile of cultural education across the region.

Our Partnerships

Education & Creativity
Arts Council England • Creative Partnerships • Comino Foundation • Goldsmiths • TES

Universities & Research
University of Manchester (SEERIH) • Ashoka Global Changemakers

Culture & the Arts
The Lowry • HOME • Manchester Museum • The Met Theatre • RSA Student Design Awards

Wellbeing & Community
BeeWell • Rotary • BBC Bitesize Regenerators • UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools • Forth Education

Opportunities & Recognition
Into Film • Aldridge UTC Film Festival • Duke of Edinburgh Award • RHS Green Plan It Challenge

Local Engagement
Greater Manchester Police • Metrolink • The Culture Hub

Why Partnerships Matter

These partnerships allow us to:

Deliver real-world experiences that build confidence and leadership
Support student wellbeing, resilience, and creativity
Connect with cultural, scientific, and business networks locally, nationally, and globally
Celebrate and showcase student achievements on prestigious platforms

Work With Us

We are always open to building new partnerships that inspire our students and strengthen our community.

If you are interested in working with us, please contact us at: lprovoost@thederbyhighschool.co.uk