Year 11 Tutor Review Week – w/c 12th October 2026 – School closes 2.10 pm on Friday 16th.
A reminder that PVA has Year 11 Tutor Reviews will take place week commencing Monday 12th October 2026. There will be an early finish for all students at 2.10 pm on Friday 16th October to accommodate these review meetings. These meetings add to our partnership work with parents in helping to secure outstanding results for […]
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Date for your Diary! Y11 Effective Revision and Study Skills Evening: Tuesday 13th October 6.00 – 7.00pm
Parents of Y11 students please join us for a study skills workshops. We will share with you the most effective habits and study processes of top performing students. Come along and learn how you can support your child to ace their GCSEs! The session will be held in the school hall starting at 6.00pm with […]
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Ada Lovelace Day Trip- Nottingham 13th October 2026 at MediCity
‘An event celebrating and celebrating women and girls in STEM in honour of local Nottinghamshire legend Ada Lovelace‘ Who was Ada Lovelace: Ada was the 19th century mathematician who is considered the founder of computer science. Between 1842 and 1843, Ada worked with Charles Babbage to translate an article on the calculating engine, supplementing it […]
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Paris Residential Trip 10th February – 12th February 2027
We will be able to take 32 pupils over to France. This is a brilliant opportunity for students to experience life in France, visit local attractions, and enjoy plenty of opportunities to speak French. We will spend 3 days in Paris from Wednesday 10th February to Friday 12th February 2027. Travel is via coach and […]
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NEW Curriculum Plus Activities September 2026 – Get Involved!
Click to open our NEW Curriculum Plus booklet – September 2026
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Best Results Ever – A Huge Congratulations to our Class of 2026
A massive well done to all of our Year 11 students at Park Vale for securing the best ever performance at Key Stage 4 by quite some distance. As most of our parents will know, the academy has been on an upward trajectory for a number of years now but the class of 2026 have […]
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Careers Fair Thursday 5th November 2026
Discover New Possibilities Connect with Employers and Experts Gain Valuable Information Develop Your Skills
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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
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Norway Expedition 2028 – An Incredible Opportunity
Norway Expedition 2028 – An Incredible Opportunity We are delighted to introduce an exciting opportunity for our current Year 7 and Year 8 students to take part in a 7-night expedition to Norway in July 2028 in partnership with World Challenge. This unforgettable experience will take students on a journey through some of Norway’s most […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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/
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Alumni Inspire Year 11 Students at Park Vale Academy
Inspiring Current Students Our alumni are a powerful example of what can be achieved through determination, hard work, and ambition. By sharing their personal journeys, successes, and challenges, they provide inspiring role models for our current students and demonstrate that great aspirations can become reality. On 29th September, a group of former Park Vale Academy […]
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Y7 Gothic Writing Trip at Newstead Abbey – Friday 9th October 2026
This will introduce students to key aspects of Gothic writing through discussion, short Gothic texts, writing prompts and creative activities. The session weaves literary texts together with stories from Newstead Abbey’s history and its residents, brought to life through a tour of selected spaces and rooms within the house. An excellent example of Gothic Revival […]
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Geography Fieldwork – Rivers Trip w.c 5th October 2026
Groups of our Geography students will visit Perlethorpe Environmental Education Centre at Newark as part of their GCSE studies week commencing 5th October 2026.
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Y8 Civil War Museum Newark Visit 7th October 2026
https://www.nationalcivilwarcentre.com Over sixty of our Year 8 students will enjoy a visit to the Newark War Museum as part of their History studies. The National Civil War Centre brings to life one of the most dramatic periods in British history, telling the story of a time shaped by conflict, belief, rivalry and change. Through powerful […]
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Robin Hood Marathon – Sunday 27th September
A HUGE well done to our staff who ran and completed the Robin Hood marathon
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Year 9 ‘Think Big’ Coding Workshops with Nottingham Forest/Ideagen – October 2026
Year 9 students will undertake a series of coding & technology workshops with the ‘Think Big’ programme across October 2026. Nottingham Forest Community Trust and global software leader Ideagen are set to inspire the next generation of tech talent through an upcoming series of ‘Think Big’ workshops. NOTTINGHAM, UK — A dynamic partnership between Nottingham […]
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