On Thursday 26th February, a local artist, Sally Miles, visited the school to lead a workshop with some of our Year 7 and Year 8 students. She taught them various techniques using conte crayons. The students enjoyed the workshop and produced some amazing artwork – some of which you can see below
The principal cast for our end of year show was announced at the beginning of the week and rehearsals have started! All of years 7, 8 and 9 will have the opportunity to participate in the show if they would like to. We will be learning the songs in Performing Arts lessons, more news to follow soon.
All principals are now able to listen to the songs and find more information about the show on the Annie Kids Team. They have received an email on their school account inviting them to join. They will then be able to download the songs to help them as they are learning their part.
On Tuesday afternoon the whole school was treated to a performance of Dr Dolittle by Image Musical Theatre. Our students enjoyed the different animal puppets, especially the two headed llama, and loved being able to join in with the songs that they had learnt in Performing Arts lessons. There was also the opportunity for some of Performing Arts Club to participate in the performance which was wonderful to see.
Thank you to Happy Days Charity for making this visit possible.
In their Art lessons, students in Year 9 have been learning about art in the theatre. They used their crafting skills to make dioramas of theatre stages. Here are some examples of what they achieved.
Year 7 demonstrated their understanding of the characters in our story “Farmer Duck” by performing a puppet show. Through these performances, they retold the key events of the story and showed thoughtful insight into each character’s role, actions, and personality.
Over the next two half terms, our Year 11 students will be sitting their final examinations and completing coursework to secure their qualifications.
After the Easter holidays, all Year 11 students will receive a sign-off sheet to ensure that all course requirements are completed before they finish at The Valley School.
Below are the key dates for the final weeks of Year 11:
Activities Week
(First week back after summer half-term)
Monday 1st June – Friday 5th June 2026
A programme of activities and visits to celebrate students’ time at the school.
Further details will follow from Mr Hugo.
Work Experience
Monday 8th June – Friday 12th June 2026
All Year 11 students will attend work experience placements.
Further details will follow from Miss Heller.
Mop-Up Week
Monday 15th June – Thursday 18th June 2026
For students who need to complete any outstanding coursework or curriculum requirements.
Year 11 Prom
Thursday 18th June 2026 (Evening)
Further details will follow from Mr Hugo
We are incredibly proud of this cohort and look forward to celebrating the end of their journey at The Valley School
On Thursday 20th November we held our Awards Afternoon to celebrate the achievements of our young people during the academic year of 2024-2025.
Our special guest, presenting the awards was ex-student and current member of staff Martina Barber, who has recently returned from Brisbane Australia where she was flag bearer and competitor in the 2025 Virtus World Athletics Championships. Thank you to The Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Governors, Parents and Carers, who supported the event. The students really enjoyed the whole occasion. Well done to All the musical performers: Miami, Scarlet, Destiny, Sienna, Ciara and Sofia.
On Thursday, The Valley School hosted and took part in a Junior Football Tournament featuring teams from Brandles, St Lukes, Batchwood, and Pinewood.
In a very competitive field, The Valley School’ teams performed strongly, securing 3rd and 5th place overall.
Despite challenging, wet weather conditions, the boys showed excellent attitude, determination, and teamwork. They should be proud of their efforts and the results they achieved.
Year 8 have been learning about space this half term, and particularly The Space Race. This week the students worked together to make and decorate rockets and then we launched them outside. Unfortunately ours didn’t make outer space but we had lots of fun during the process!
Year 8 have been working hard in their outdoor learning sessions, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the allotment area. They have been learning to identify the difference between weeds and flowers, an important step in maintaining a healthy garden. Using the correct tools, students have been carefully weeding the allotment and preparing the space for new growth. They have also laid down fresh soil, getting the area ready for planting a variety of new flowers and vegetables. Their efforts are helping to create a thriving and sustainable garden space for everyone to enjoy.
Headteacher: David Pearce | Contact: Iona Varol (Office Manager)
The Valley School, Broadhall Way, SG2 9BN | Tel: 01438 747274 | Email: iona.varol@thevalley.herts.sch.uk
Senco: senco@thevalley.herts.sch.uk
Headteacher: David Pearce
Contact: Iona Varol (Office Manager)
The Valley School, Broadhall Way, SG2 9BN
Tel: 01438 747274
Email: admin@thevalley.herts.sch.uk
Senco: senco@thevalley.herts.sch.uk