Month: September 2024
Year 11 Revision Sessions Timetable – Sept 2024
12 Sep 2024
NFFC THINK BIG with Ideagen 10th September 2024
12 Sep 2024
All Year 9 students were delivered an assembly on Tuesday 10th September that introduced the “Think Big” programme with NFFC and Ideagen. Year 9 students will undertake a number of workshops later this year. The aim of the programme is to use the power of football to get young people interested in technology-based jobs as a viable, exciting, and rewarding career path. As well as some technical skills, young people will be taught softer skills that will help with their employability longer term.
A partnership between Nottingham Forest Community Trust and Ideagen to promote the benefits of a career in tech for young people mean that NFFC are at Park Vale Academy today to launch the Think Big in an assembly. The Think Big programme will consist of an introductory film, workshops, access to role models and competitions. Visits to Ideagen HQ will introduce some student groups to the workplace where there will be an opportunity to take part in technology-based challenges.
PVA Curriculum Plus- Co-Curricular September – October 2024
9 Sep 2024
Co-curriculum refers to the activities and learning experiences that take place in school alongside the academic curriculum. Academic attainment is a key element of school life and it is complemented by a broad and enriching co-curriculum to provide a rounded education. Park Vale students should aim to participate in at least two clubs a week.
See our timetable for clubs and activities on offer in our Curriculum Plus booklet
Year 6 Open Evening 6.30pm – Wednesday 18th September 2024
5 Sep 2024
If you’re looking to apply for a place for your child at Park Vale Academy for next year (September 2025), consider attending our Year 6 open evening to learn more about our facilities, ethos and curriculum.
Year 7 Photographs – Thursday 12th September
5 Sep 2024
The school photograph is a treasured snapshot of life!
It marks the academic journey, highlighting the step from primary to secondary school in both time and unforgettable haircuts and toothy grins! It is something to raise smiles and reflect on as the years go by, and a timeless memento to share with families and friends.
Year 7 Welcome Evening – Wednesday 11th September 2024
5 Sep 2024
Year 7 Welcome Evening Wednesday 11th September 2024
Parents of Year 7 students are warmly invited to a Welcome Evening on Wednesday 11th September 2024 for a 6.00pm start. The evening will last approximately 45-60 minutes and will allow you to meet with some of the Senior Leadership Team. A wide range of useful information will be shared which should be of benefit to you as parents. We hope that you can join us on the night.
We would appreciate it if only one parent would accompany their child to ensure that we can accommodate everybody comfortably.
Year 11 Tutor Reviews – Friday 18th October 2024. School closes 2.05 pm on this day.
2 Sep 2024
Good morning,
A reminder that PVA has Year 11 Tutor Reviews will take place week commencing Monday 14th October 2024. There will be an early finish for all students at 2.05 pm on Friday 18th October to accommodate these review meetings.
These meetings add to our partnership work with parents in helping to secure outstanding results for students. During the review week all parents and students should attend a 20 minute face to face meeting.
Review meetings are an opportunity for parents to come into the academy to meet with their child’s tutor to discuss their pastoral development and set agreed targets for the year ahead. Later in the year there will also be a subject based parents’ evening where parents will have the opportunity to speak to their child’s subject teachers about their progress in their subjects,
Year 11 Review Meetings – Week commencing: Monday 14th October 2024
Review meetings are an opportunity for parents to come into the academy to meet with their child’s tutor to discuss their pastoral development and set agreed targets for the year ahead. Later in the year there will also be a subject based parents’ evening where parents will have the opportunity to speak to their child’s subject teachers about their progress in their subjects, this is happening on Wednesday 8th January 2025 4:00pm-7:00pm.
When will the review meetings take place?
School will finish at the end of period 4 (2.10pm) for all year groups on Friday 18th October 2024. This is done to provide an opportunity for parents to meet their child’s form tutor for around twenty minutes.
How to book a review meeting with your child’s tutor
Your child will be responsible for making the appointment with their tutor for you. We are aware that not everyone can attend at this time of the day or on that day, please indicate the time that you wish to attend and ask your child to tell their form tutor who will confirm. A message confirming the date and time will be sent to you via Class Charts.
Where will the meeting take place?
Meetings usually take place in the dining room if they are taking place on the day that we close early. Please arrange to meet your child at school and they can bring you to the dining room via main reception. If the meeting is taking place at another time, please come to reception and your child’s tutor will meet you there.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s form tutor.