Keep up to date with news from across both sites and upcoming events with our monthly newsletter.
Celebrating effort, good behaviour and hard work
At Valence, we place a high value on developing children’s sense of worth and self-esteem. We love to celebrate both effort and achievement in academic and social settings. We have an approach where we support pupils to Go for Gold based on the following school rules:
- Listen to and co-operate with each other.
- Follow adults’ instructions.
- Treat everyone with politeness, kindness, courtesy and respect.
- Work to the best of our ability.
- Move safely and calmly around school.
- Respect our school environment.
Children who consistently follow the school rules, who set a positive example for others to follow and who demonstrate a positive attitude to others can achieve a GOLD reward.
Nursery places
We are registering for September 2024, and at both sites, we offer ALL-DAY provision (8.30am - 3.30pm) to a limited number of pupils. Enquire at the offices about places and procedures. Don’t miss out...
Labels
It will help greatly if everyone labels key items, especially water bottles, fleeces, jumpers and coats. A lot of time is spent hunting down mislaid items - many of which are identical!
Home-school communication
If you have a message for the class teacher, please pass it via the member of staff on duty by the entrance doors or use ClassDojo. It is not always convenient for the teacher to talk at 8.45am as they are preparing the class and taking the register.
The Roost
Nearly new school uniform is available at The Roost on both sites on the following days: Bonham - Monday morning 9.00am - 9.30am St. George’s - Tuesday afternoon 3.20pm - 3.55pm Welcome to come and have a look and take what you need.
Rights Respecting
We are thrilled to see the pupils engage in our journey of understanding children’s rights. Pupils learn about their rights throughout the week, particularly during assembly time. This voice is essential in helping us improve the school, and many have the opportunity to contribute. This happens during class council meetings, the weekly school council, the Valence Playground Squad, the Eco team, the Sports Council and the Gardening Club.
www.unicef.org.uk (opens in new window)
Why is attending school every day so important?
Let’s aim high – aim for 100% attendance. This gives children the best chance to succeed. The government research says that in order for pupils to make the best progress, they should be in school at least 96.5% attendance. Do you know your child’s attendance percentage? The class teacher can inform you.
Impact – Learning Lost
Mr November
Headteacher
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