End of Term & Start of Term Arrangements
28 Aug 2023
The last day of school this term is Tuesday 25th July 2023. We will have our traditional lunchtime finish for students on that day to enable us to say goodbye to those staff who are leaving the academy. All students will therefore be dismissed at 12.20 pm on that day, however, free school meals will be available to those who are eligible as they leave the site.
The school re-opens to students on Tuesday 5th September 2023 and, as usual, we will operate a staggered start for different year groups on that day to provide a smooth and orderly start to the to the new term. The relevant start times and instructions for each year group appear below.
Arrangements for the first day of the new academic year for students:
Tuesday 5 September 2023:
Year 7: Arrive at 8.45am and go directly to the Main Hall
Year 11: Arrive at 8.45am and go directly to Tutor Rooms
Years 8, 9, 10: Arrive at 9.45am and go directly to Tutor Rooms
Uniform Expectations
Please can I also draw your attention to the information on the letter regarding the school’s uniform guidelines for the coming year. All students at Park Vale Academy, from Year 7 to Year 11, wear uniform. The wearing of a uniform makes an important contribution to the tone and reputation of the academy. We like students to come here looking smart and business-like and ready to work. Students without the correct uniform will be offered substitute items in order for them to remain in lessons.