Latest News from Park Vale Academy

NO Smart Watches/Devices Allowed- Sept 2026

All students in Y7-11 are issued with a lockable phone pouch in which their mobile and any other smart device, e.g. watch is kept in during the entire school day. Behaviour Policy 2026-27 view here MOBILE PHONES AND SMART DEVICESThe Department for Education (DfE) guidance dictates that all schools in England must be mobile phone-free […]

End of Term & Start of New Term Arrangements

The last day of school this term is Friday 24 July. We will have our traditional lunchtime finish on that day so students will therefore be dismissed at 12.25 pm. However, free school meals will be available to those who are eligible as they leave the site. The new academic year begins on Thursday 3 […]

NEW Curriculum Plus Activities JUNE & JULY 2026

Click to open our NEW Curriculum Plus booklet – June & July 2026

PVA Students off on an Adventure -CAMPS INTERNATIONAL – Kenya Scuba Expedition 25th July – 21st August 2026

As a school, we are very excited to announce that we have chosen to partner with Camps International to offer students in Years 9, 10 and 11 the opportunity to go on a life-changing 4-week expedition...….

Residential Amsterdam Trip February 2027

Visit the charming canals, winding streets and wealth of museums across the city make visiting Amsterdam a first class learning experience for students. The residential trip from 3rd February 2027 – 5th February 2027 includes 3 days/2 nights. This residential is open to our current Year 7 and Year 9 students. Highlights include… Anne Frank […]

OFSTED inspection grades academy Good in all categories

I am pleased to be able to share with you the news that following a successful visit from HMI towards the end of March, Park Vale has officially been judged to be a Good school: the first time ever in its history. The full breakdown of the gradings reads as follows: Overall Effectiveness                    Good […]

SEND Surgery for Parents – (Fortnightly) Wednesday Online

We are launching a weekly Wednesday surgery for parents of children with SEND to speak with a member of the Learning Support Team via video call. If you would like to discuss your child’s progress or have any questions for the Learning Support Team, please book an appointment in advance using this link: parkvaleacademy.schoolcloud.co.uk/ 

PARENTS’ EVENINGS – DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Year 7 – 5th May 2027 Year 8 – 7th July 2027 Year 9 – 3rd March 2027 plus Option Evening 17th March 2027 Year 10 – 26th May 2027 Year 11 – 6th January 2027

Free Fun and Food Summer Programme for Young People Aged 11–16

Lets Celebrate! : Commendation Evenings 2026

The biggest nights of the year for Park Vale Academy, celebrating the achievements of the students across each house. 15th - 18th July....

Y10 Students Participate in a 6th Form Taster Day – 30th June 2026

Over 75 year 10 students spent an afternoon experiencing life at the Redhill 6th Form. They were introduced to 6th form students who also had attended PVA and listened to their experiences of A levels and enrichment activities. Year 10 students also had three taster lessons of a variety of A level subjects. https://www.theredhillacademy.org.uk/sixth-form Academic […]

Get Ready for Sports Day 2026!

Excitement is building as Sports Day arrives on Friday 17th July, promising a fantastic day of competition, teamwork and school spirit. Students from every year group will have the opportunity to represent their house, challenge themselves in a wide range of athletic events and cheer on their classmates in what is always one of the […]

Park Vale Students Set to Compete in Trust Robotics Competition 2026

Four talented Year 8 students from Park Vale Academy will be putting their programming, problem-solving and teamwork skills to the test when they take part in the Redhill Academy Trust Robotics Competition at The Bolsover School on Monday 13th July 2026. The annual competition brings together teams of Year 8 girls from across the Trust […]

West End Adventure Awaits: London Theatre Residential 2026

Park Vale Academy Students Set for an Unforgettable London Experience This July, a group of our dedicated Drama and Dance students will embark on an exciting two-day residential visit to London, packed with performance, creativity and inspiration. The London Theatre Tour, taking place on 14th and 15th July 2026, has been designed to reward students […]

A REMINDER: INSET DAY FRIDAY 26th June and MONDAY 29th June 2026

A reminder that the Academy is closed to students Thursday and Friday (24th and 25th September 2020) for INSET.

Extreme Weather Adaptations to Uniform – Wednesday 23 & Thursday 24th June 2026

Due to the extreme temperatures expected tomorrow and Thursday, the government have issued a RED extreme weather warning. So in these exceptional circumstances, we are allowing students the option of wearing PE kit Wednesday and Thursday however this must be the official academy PE top, shorts (no hot pants etc.) and proper trainers (no crocs, […]

Special Menu Wednesday 24th June

Thursday 18th June –

Y9 Talking About Communication Y9 – 25th June 2026

Expert trainers from Talk The Talk will be in school on Thursday, 25th June to work with students in our Year Group 9. Talk The Talk’s mission is to develop students’ oracy skills and their communication confidence to support positive interaction in all life situations and improved social outcomes. Talk The Talk has trained over […]