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World Book Day 5 March 2026

World Book Day 5 March 2026

02 March 2026
Year 9 Reading at Kedington Primary

Year 9 Reading at Kedington Primary

02 March 2026
On Wednesday 25 February, the English Department took 13 Year 9 students to Kedington Primary school where they spent time reading to pupils from Reception through to Year 4 and listening to the younger children read in return. As we are celebrating the National Year of Reading, and with the lea...
Paella, Picasso and the Bernabéu: A Spanish Escape for Year 10

Paella, Picasso and the Bernabéu: A Spanish Escape for Year 10

25 February 2026
During February half term, a group of twenty Year 10 students spent 5 days in Madrid, accompanied by Mrs Magowan, Mrs Brown and Mr Mansfield.    We were incredibly lucky with the weather. Madrid had been under a rain cloud for weeks and we were lucky enough to arrive on the first...
SVCS Library Competition

SVCS Library Competition

09 February 2026
Year 6 Transition Days – July 2026

Year 6 Transition Days – July 2026

05 February 2026
We are pleased to confirm that our Year 6 Transition Days will take place on 13 and 14 July this year. These two days are an important opportunity for pupils to begin their journey with us, become familiar with the school environment, and meet staff and fellow students. Our transition programme ...
A Brave Battle and a Brilliant Cup Run for Stour Valley U13s

A Brave Battle and a Brilliant Cup Run for Stour Valley U13s

02 February 2026
Stour Valley U13s exited the fourth round of the Schools’ FA Cup on Friday. A strong first‑half performance saw the boys go into half-time at 1–1 away from home against St Joseph’s College, Ipswich. However, early second‑half injuries meant the boys finished 1–5 down at the final whistle. The ga...
Year 7 Teams Deliver Outstanding Performances at Mildenhall

Year 7 Teams Deliver Outstanding Performances at Mildenhall

29 January 2026
Year 7 did a fantastic job at the Sports Hall Athletics event this Wednesday at Mildenhall College Academy. Teams of seven Year 7 boys and seven Year 7 Girls competed against local schools in a variety of indoor athletics events. The Girls finished a respectable 3rd place while the boys tied 1s...
Meet Salt & Pepper, Our New Guinea Pigs

Meet Salt & Pepper, Our New Guinea Pigs

29 January 2026
Yesterday afternoon, the sun finally broke through the clouds, adding to the calm and welcoming atmosphere in the SEND area.   Our two new resident guinea pigs, Salt and Pepper, made the most of the seating space, and it was a great opportunity to pause and appreciate the thoughtfull...
Year 9 Reading at Kedington Primary

Year 9 Reading at Kedington Primary

02 March 2026
On Wednesday 25 February, the English Department took 13 Year 9 students to Kedington Primary school where they spent time reading to pupils from Reception through to Year 4 and listening to the younger children read in return. As we are celebrating the National Year of Reading, and with the lea...
Paella, Picasso and the Bernabéu: A Spanish Escape for Year 10

Paella, Picasso and the Bernabéu: A Spanish Escape for Year 10

25 February 2026
During February half term, a group of twenty Year 10 students spent 5 days in Madrid, accompanied by Mrs Magowan, Mrs Brown and Mr Mansfield.    We were incredibly lucky with the weather. Madrid had been under a rain cloud for weeks and we were lucky enough to arrive on the first...
SVCS Library Competition

SVCS Library Competition

09 February 2026
Year 6 Transition Days – July 2026

Year 6 Transition Days – July 2026

05 February 2026
We are pleased to confirm that our Year 6 Transition Days will take place on 13 and 14 July this year. These two days are an important opportunity for pupils to begin their journey with us, become familiar with the school environment, and meet staff and fellow students. Our transition programme ...
A Brave Battle and a Brilliant Cup Run for Stour Valley U13s

A Brave Battle and a Brilliant Cup Run for Stour Valley U13s

02 February 2026
Stour Valley U13s exited the fourth round of the Schools’ FA Cup on Friday. A strong first‑half performance saw the boys go into half-time at 1–1 away from home against St Joseph’s College, Ipswich. However, early second‑half injuries meant the boys finished 1–5 down at the final whistle. The ga...
Year 7 Teams Deliver Outstanding Performances at Mildenhall

Year 7 Teams Deliver Outstanding Performances at Mildenhall

29 January 2026
Year 7 did a fantastic job at the Sports Hall Athletics event this Wednesday at Mildenhall College Academy. Teams of seven Year 7 boys and seven Year 7 Girls competed against local schools in a variety of indoor athletics events. The Girls finished a respectable 3rd place while the boys tied 1s...
Meet Salt & Pepper, Our New Guinea Pigs

Meet Salt & Pepper, Our New Guinea Pigs

29 January 2026
Yesterday afternoon, the sun finally broke through the clouds, adding to the calm and welcoming atmosphere in the SEND area.   Our two new resident guinea pigs, Salt and Pepper, made the most of the seating space, and it was a great opportunity to pause and appreciate the thoughtfull...
Ethics in Action: SVCS Students Shine at UEA

Ethics in Action: SVCS Students Shine at UEA

26 January 2026
Miss Howard took the Ethics Committee and Peer Mentors to the University of East Anglia today. The Ethics Committee participated in a presentation to PGCE students about the Code of Ethics. We are incredibly proud of these students for their kindness, bravery, ambition and collaboration. The tr...
Ethics in Action: SVCS Students Shine at UEA

Ethics in Action: SVCS Students Shine at UEA

26 January 2026
Miss Howard took the Ethics Committee and Peer Mentors to the University of East Anglia today. The Ethics Committee participated in a presentation to PGCE students about the Code of Ethics. We ar...
Harley Barfield Project Visit to Stour Valley Community School

Harley Barfield Project Visit to Stour Valley Community School

09 January 2026
Today, Darryl Barfield, father of Harley, visited Stour Valley Community School on behalf of the Harley Barfield Project to donate a bleed kit, marking the anniversary of the tragic event that clai...
Year 7 Enjoy a Magical Day at the Pantomime

Year 7 Enjoy a Magical Day at the Pantomime

30 December 2025
On 18 December, our Year 7 students had a fantastic time at the Haverhill Arts Centre, watching the enchanting pantomime Beauty and the Beast. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to experien...
Stour Valley Community School Puts on a Festive Show

Stour Valley Community School Puts on a Festive Show

21 December 2025
This year’s Christmas Concert was nothing short of spectacular! From the dazzling performances on stage to the seamless work behind the scenes, our students truly shone. The energy, talent, and pr...
Christmas Card Competition Winners

Christmas Card Competition Winners

21 December 2025
We had over 190 entries which was fantastic and there were so many creative designs. Keaton was our overall winner with his snowy post box design. Well done to everyone who participated!
Honours Assemblies - Term 1 Success

Honours Assemblies - Term 1 Success

21 December 2025
  This December, we celebrated the incredible achievements from our first term in our Honours Assemblies.   Certificates were awarded for academic success, outstanding attendance, and ...