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19/11/24

Author Luke Palmer workshops with year 9 students, helping them create a ‘matrix of minor misdemeanours’. #creativewriting pic.twitter.com/WDTU61auIG— Valley Park School () November 19, 2024

19/11/24

Today we welcome author Luke Palmer to our school for a series of workshops with year 9. pic.twitter.com/JyHPJusjif— Valley Park School () November 19, 2024

17/11/24

There are many reasons why a student might struggle with attendance at school. Valley Park has a dedicated team to help & support you. To speak to someone, contact us by phone or email & a member of the attendance team will get back to you. pic.twitter.com/wMq7BUhR18— Valley Park School () November 17, 2024

15/11/24

Don't forget, applications for Sixth Form are now open on Kent Choices!#wearevalleypark#wearevalleyparksixthform— Valley Park School () November 15, 2024

15/11/24

Drama and Performing Arts students went to the Marlowe Theatre on Wednesday to watch the poignant musical production Come From Away. An incredibly clever and moving production, inspiring for us all to see. #wearevalleyparkperformingarts#weallcomefromaway pic.twitter.com/PStT4Dom9g— Valley Park School () November 15, 2024

14/11/24

We're looking forward to welcoming you to our Sixth Form Open Evening today, which starts at 5pm. pic.twitter.com/kbUKdAxY57— Valley Park School () November 14, 2024

12/11/24

Year 8 & 9 students joined a Cyber Security workshop led by Baasit Siddiqui from Gogglebox. They learned about cyber security events, threats, and the Cyber Explorers platform. Students enjoyed interactive quizzes and were eager to earn badges. pic.twitter.com/itGYCLfhwu— Valley Park School () November 12, 2024

12/11/24

This Black History Month, students at Valley Park paid homage to the Black unsung heroes of the ‘Wild Wild West’. Read more: https://t.co/ujfOCgICs2 pic.twitter.com/QX9byiX5Zh— Valley Park School () November 12, 2024

11/11/24

Valley Park remembers, lest we forget.#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/mSNEqu0n9O— Valley Park School () November 11, 2024

10/11/24

Don't forget to register your attendance for our Sixth Form Open Evening, which is on Thursday 14 November from 5pm. There are two speeches by the headteacher and his sixth form colleagues at 5.15pm and 6.15pm. https://t.co/hold7UCBA2 pic.twitter.com/dUIBkP6XtZ— Valley Park School () November 10, 2024

10/11/24

If a student’s attendance in Term 1 was below 90%, this means that they missed at least 3 days or 15 hours of learning across the school year. pic.twitter.com/KF0LtUP9cE— Valley Park School () November 10, 2024

08/11/24

On Tuesday, Sixth Form IT students attended a masterclass led by Canterbury Christchurch University lecturers. They discussed AI's societal impact, recent advancements, ethics & future possibilities, including the potential for AI to surpass human intelligence pic.twitter.com/08yMGA4D49— Valley Park School () November 8, 2024

07/11/24

Don't forget our Sixth Form Open Evening is on Thursday 14 November from 5pm. There are two speeches by the headteacher and his sixth form colleagues at 5.15pm and 6.15pm. Register your attendance on our website. https://t.co/hold7UC3Ku pic.twitter.com/yX7MnhElya— Valley Park School () November 7, 2024

04/11/24

We hosted the Dementia Action Alliance award event at Valley Park on Monday 21 October. What a wonderful day working with our community to raise awareness of Dementia!#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/Ftpxuw4B4q— Valley Park School () November 4, 2024

04/11/24

Our Sixth Form Open Evening is on Thursday 14 November 2024 from 5pm - 7.30pm. If you would like to attend, please register on our website: https://t.co/hold7UC3Ku pic.twitter.com/z7KyMHta9D— Valley Park School () November 4, 2024

17/10/24

Performing Arts Students went to the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury to watch &Juliet, which was absolutely brilliant. The students were so excited by the music, the story and just the sheer joy of the production. #&Juliet pic.twitter.com/t9Cg1IYeDb— Valley Park School () October 17, 2024

13/10/24

In 2019, secondary school pupils who didn’t achieve grade 9 to 4 in English and Maths missed 10 or more days on average during key stage 4 than those who achieved grade 9 to 5 in both English and Maths. pic.twitter.com/gJ78WA9z3c— Valley Park School () October 13, 2024

10/10/24

We look forward to welcoming Year 5 and 6 Students, together with their families, to visit our amazing school today. pic.twitter.com/10oSEnPmvd— Valley Park School () October 10, 2024

09/10/24

Remember, students finish school at 1.20pm on Thursday 10th October pic.twitter.com/X1zv2mcIQ6— Valley Park School () October 9, 2024

07/10/24

Have you booked your place at our Year 5 and Year 6 Open Evening? Book here: https://t.co/hjtqJfXztJ— Valley Park School () October 7, 2024

07/10/24

After a thorough selection process, we're pleased to announce our Student Executive Team for 2024/25: Head Students (L-R) Tom, Maisy, Oliver & Finley. Congratulations to them and all applicants for their hard work and dedication. . pic.twitter.com/tHoZKRmgND— Valley Park School () October 7, 2024

06/10/24

There are many reasons why a student might struggle with attendance at school. Valley Park has a dedicated team to help & support you. To speak to someone, contact us by phone or email & a member of the attendance team will get back to you. pic.twitter.com/Z5lqcknAy3— Valley Park School () October 6, 2024

04/10/24

Valley Park Cascade Dance Company 2024 has been launched! Students from Year 7s to 11 are participating in weekly specialist dance training…watch out for upcoming performances and showcases! pic.twitter.com/MUfxXZPKgF— Valley Park School () October 4, 2024

03/10/24

We have the following vacancies on our website:Teacher of EnglishHead of PEHead of MFL To apply, please go to https://t.co/TzTpHcFgLy pic.twitter.com/Zfj1A3yIi8— Valley Park School () October 3, 2024

03/10/24

3. 2. 1... Action! Both Sister Act and Shakespeare Society had their first rehearsals this week. We are so excited to be starting these projects. Great to see lots of new faces. The Marlowe building was buzzing! pic.twitter.com/6AwGm2SUKy— Valley Park School () October 3, 2024

Results

Examination Results 2024: Key Stage 4 (Provisional)

Key Stage 4

Progress 8 Score

-0.59

Attainment 8 Score

3.93

Percentage of students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics

54.9%

Percentage of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and Mathematics

27.6%

Percentage of students entered for the EBACC qualification

39.2%

 

Examination Results 2024: Key Stage 5 (Provisional)

Key Stage 5

Average Grade

Points

Academic (Including A Level) Progress score

D+

23.98

Applied

Merit

24.05

Technical

Dist+

38.25

 

Year 11 Results 2023

We strive to create an environment that encourages our students to challenge themselves and reach their full potential. The GCSE outcomes we have witnessed this year are a reflection of the commitment and determination our students have shown in embracing these opportunities.

There was an increase in the percentage of 7+ grades achieved compared to last year;  our students in Art Graphics and Ceramics have achieved 100% success rate of 4+ grades. In Textiles, 94% of our students have achieved 4+ grades, while in Fine Art and Drama, 79% and 72% of students respectively have achieved the same level of success.

Notable student performances:

  • Shaza F , 1x D*, 3x 9, 3x 8, 1x 7, 1x 6
  • Volkan E , 2x D*, 1x 8, 2x 7, 4x 6
  • Annalise Y , 1x 9, 4x 8, 2x 7
  • Adam S , 1x D*, 2x 8, 3x 7, 1x 6
  • Adrienne D , 1x 9, 1x 8, 3x 7, 3x 6
  • Madelaine T , 1x 9, 1x 8, 2x 7, 4x 6
  • Hendrix T , 1x 9, 2x 7, 2x 6, 2x 5
  • Lily C , 2x 8, 6x 7, 1x 6 
  • David M , 2x 8, 5x 7, 2x 6
  • Claudia M , 2x 8, 2x 7, 2x 6, 2x 5
  • Jack B , 1x 8, 1x 7, 1x 6, 6, 5
  • Daniel K , 4x 7, 1x 6, 3x 5
  • Harley H , 2x 7, 4x 6, 3x 5

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Year 13 Results 2023

The outcomes for our top vocational qualifications have seen an increase in comparison to previous years, which is a testament to the dedication and hard work of both our students and staff. This achievement reflects the commitment of our school community to providing our students with the best opportunities to excel in their chosen vocational fields.

Furthermore, A-Level results are in line with the school’s pass rate of 2022 which is an outstanding accomplishment, considering the challenging circumstances and national context around the awarding of examination results this year. 

It is important to acknowledge the outstanding individual performances of several students who have truly excelled in their exams; most notably were Viktoria M (D*,D*, A, B, B), Ethan K (D*, D*, D*, D), Leo A (D*, D*, D, D), Evie F (D*, A*, B). These results are just a sample of some of the exceptional outcomes for many of our students. Their dedication and perseverance have been rewarded with exceptional grades, and they serve as an inspiration to their peers. We are immensely proud of their accomplishments and wish them all the best as they embark on the next chapter of their educational journey.

Our students have demonstrated resilience, determination, and a thirst for knowledge, which has undoubtedly contributed to their remarkable achievements. Students will be leaving Valley Park School to study at many of the top universities in the country, including University of Loughborough, BIMM Institute, University of Reading, Royal Holloway and University of Surrey. Similarly, following some excellent results, we have students who have been accepted onto prestigious apprenticeships, for example, Aerospace Engineering, Accountancy and Business Administration. 

The Headteacher of Valley Park School, David Jones stated: “In what has again been another challenging year for all of our young people, I am exceptionally proud of our students. They have continued to maintain positive attitudes and shown great resilience. We are incredibly proud of all that they have achieved both academically and socially as they have progressed into outstanding young people. I would also like to thank our committed teaching staff, who have gone above and beyond in providing excellent teaching, support and inspiration for our students. We wish all of our students well and are confident that they are on course to succeed at degree level, in their apprenticeships or employment.”

Notable student performances:

  • Viktoria M, D*, D*, A, B, B
  • Ethan K, D*, D*, D*, D
  • Leo A, D*, D*, D, D
  • Katlin B, D*, D, D, D 
  • Jess J, D, D, D, D
  • Evie F, D*, A*, B 
  • Katie N, D*, D*, B
  • Matthew S, D*, D*, B 
  • Darcie-May E, D*, D, D 
  • Nathan R, D*, D, D
  • Daisy J, D*, A, B 
  • Finn S, D*, D, B 
  • Oscar W, D*, B, B 
  • Hope K, A, A, M 
  • Lily C, A, A, C 
  • Isabel E, D, A, B 
  • Emilia W, D, D, B 
  • George B, D, B, B 
  • Luca P, A, B, B