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Shaving Dave: Person-Centred Values in Action!

Shaving Dave: Person-Centred Values in Action!

17 July 2026
Class 10.1 recently took on a messy, hilarious, and unforgettable challenge with Mrs Porter to bring Person-Centred Values (PCVs) to life! Our mission? To give a very special balloon named Dave a shave.   Armed with shaving foam and PPE (which quickly became part of the fun!), stude...
Sports Day 2026

Sports Day 2026

14 July 2026
For the second year running, the trophy was lifted by the students in red as Deben House claimed victory once again. Congratulations to Deben and to all of their worthy competitors for making the day such a success. Kennett secured second place, with Waveney taking third. Despite some outstandi...
Hands-On Learning and New Experiences Mark Final Enhancement Day

Hands-On Learning and New Experiences Mark Final Enhancement Day

10 July 2026
Our final Enhancement Day of the academic year went beautifully yesterday, with Year 9 students taking part in sessions based on the option preferences they selected in March. Some were creating wind buggies and skate parks in Technology, while others were with the Humanities departments (Histo...
Environmental Awareness Takes Centre Stage at Year 8 Science Fair

Environmental Awareness Takes Centre Stage at Year 8 Science Fair

09 July 2026
Yesterday was our annual Year 8 Science Fair, where students had the opportunity to showcase environmental issues affecting the world and explain what we can do to help improve them. The Year 7s were able to come round and ask questions about the different issues and the impact they have on us...
Miss Howard Highlights Student Voice in Institute for SEL Podcast

Miss Howard Highlights Student Voice in Institute for SEL Podcast

09 July 2026
We are incredibly proud to share that our very own Miss Howard is featured in a recent podcast celebrating the power of student voice in schools. In the episode, Building a School Code of Ethics with Student Voice, Miss Howard talks about the inspiring work that has taken place in our school...
Year 9 Get a First-Hand Look at Waste Recovery

Year 9 Get a First-Hand Look at Waste Recovery

08 July 2026
Mr Prendegast organised for Year 9 students to visit the Suez waste recycling site as part of their science work. Students were met by Jenny and Sarah, who explained all the health and safety measures before we all donned our high-vis jackets, hard hats and goggles. We then had a tour of the f...
Going the Distance: U15 Athletics Success

Going the Distance: U15 Athletics Success

06 July 2026
The U15 Super8s Atheltics teams did a brilliant job on Friday 3 July at the re-organised event in Bury St Edmunds. This is the only athletics event that has been held this summer across the county in what has been a horribly weather affected term, but SVCS students showed great grit and determi...
Stour Valley's Got Talent - Tickets Available via ParentPay

Stour Valley's Got Talent - Tickets Available via ParentPay

06 July 2026
Sports Day 2026

Sports Day 2026

14 July 2026
For the second year running, the trophy was lifted by the students in red as Deben House claimed victory once again. Congratulations to Deben and to all of their worthy competitors for making the day such a success. Kennett secured second place, with Waveney taking third. Despite some outstandi...
Hands-On Learning and New Experiences Mark Final Enhancement Day

Hands-On Learning and New Experiences Mark Final Enhancement Day

10 July 2026
Our final Enhancement Day of the academic year went beautifully yesterday, with Year 9 students taking part in sessions based on the option preferences they selected in March. Some were creating wind buggies and skate parks in Technology, while others were with the Humanities departments (Histo...
Environmental Awareness Takes Centre Stage at Year 8 Science Fair

Environmental Awareness Takes Centre Stage at Year 8 Science Fair

09 July 2026
Yesterday was our annual Year 8 Science Fair, where students had the opportunity to showcase environmental issues affecting the world and explain what we can do to help improve them. The Year 7s were able to come round and ask questions about the different issues and the impact they have on us...
Miss Howard Highlights Student Voice in Institute for SEL Podcast

Miss Howard Highlights Student Voice in Institute for SEL Podcast

09 July 2026
We are incredibly proud to share that our very own Miss Howard is featured in a recent podcast celebrating the power of student voice in schools. In the episode, Building a School Code of Ethics with Student Voice, Miss Howard talks about the inspiring work that has taken place in our school...
Year 9 Get a First-Hand Look at Waste Recovery

Year 9 Get a First-Hand Look at Waste Recovery

08 July 2026
Mr Prendegast organised for Year 9 students to visit the Suez waste recycling site as part of their science work. Students were met by Jenny and Sarah, who explained all the health and safety measures before we all donned our high-vis jackets, hard hats and goggles. We then had a tour of the f...
Going the Distance: U15 Athletics Success

Going the Distance: U15 Athletics Success

06 July 2026
The U15 Super8s Atheltics teams did a brilliant job on Friday 3 July at the re-organised event in Bury St Edmunds. This is the only athletics event that has been held this summer across the county in what has been a horribly weather affected term, but SVCS students showed great grit and determi...
Stour Valley's Got Talent - Tickets Available via ParentPay

Stour Valley's Got Talent - Tickets Available via ParentPay

06 July 2026
Year 11 Prom 2026

Year 11 Prom 2026

03 July 2026
We said goodbye to our year 11 leavers, class of '26, on Friday 26 June at AFC Sudbury. We saw stunning cars and incredible entrances, despite the heat wave. Good luck Year 11 in your next steps!    See you at results day.   View the complete Prom 2026 photo gallery: click here
Year 11 Prom 2026

Year 11 Prom 2026

03 July 2026
We said goodbye to our year 11 leavers, class of '26, on Friday 26 June at AFC Sudbury. We saw stunning cars and incredible entrances, despite the heat wave. Good luck Year 11 in your next steps!&n...
Thriftwood Summer Camp 2026

Thriftwood Summer Camp 2026

11 June 2026
Last week, staff and students from Stour Valley braved the elements for a brief foray into camping and adventure activities. After loading the coaches with our much-needed equipment and a briefing ...
Excitement Builds Across the School as the Men's FIFA World Cup Kicks Off

Excitement Builds Across the School as the Men's FIFA World Cup Kicks Off

11 June 2026
At Stour Valley Community School, excitement is building as the biggest football tournament in the world gets underway — and we’re already looking forward to when England kick off their campaign ne...
Class of 2026 - Five Years of Kindness, Bravery, Ambition & Collaboration

Class of 2026 - Five Years of Kindness, Bravery, Ambition & Collaboration

11 June 2026
On Friday 5 June, we celebrated our Year 11 students as they enjoyed their Leavers’ Day. Mr Sims led a fantastic assembly filled with awards, followed by shirt signing and well-earned ice creams. T...
Year 6 Transition Days - 13 & 14 July 2026

Year 6 Transition Days - 13 & 14 July 2026

11 June 2026
We are delighted to be welcoming our incoming Year 6 students for their Transition Days on Monday 13 July and Tuesday 14 July 2026. These days are a wonderful opportunity for students to meet staff...
Pride Month Reading Recommendations

Pride Month Reading Recommendations

05 June 2026
Celebrating stories, voices, and identities this June: It’s Pride Month and we’re celebrating with a range of stories that reflect the diversity of our community and beyond.