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  • DofE - Do it 4 Youth: 120-Mile Virtual Challenge (1–31 March 2026)

    Published 27/02/26

    To celebrate 70 years of the The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, participants can walk, wheel, or run 120 miles anywhere, at any time, between 1 and 31 March 2026. It’s a flexible challenge that can be completed in small chunks — after school, at weekends, or as a family.

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  • Science & Careers Week: Year 7 Activities (Wednesday 04 and Thursday 05 March)

    Published 27/02/26

    As part of our Science and Careers Week programme next week, we are excited to be running two special events for Year 7.

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  • Year 9 Futures Day – Thursday 26 February

    Published 27/02/26

    A group of Year 9 students visited Buckinghamshire New University as part of our Futures Day programme. They enjoyed a packed day exploring university as a potential pathway, including a campus tour, learning about the range of courses available, and taking part in practical sessions such as budgeting.

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  • A Happy Holi to Our Hindu Community

    Published 27/02/26

    Next week on Wednesday 04 March, Hindus around the world will celebrate Holi – the Festival of Colours, marking the arrival of spring and new beginnings.

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  • New Club Launch: Learn to Braid (Mondays 3–4pm (Secondary)

    Published 27/02/26

    Looking for a positive, practical club after school? Learn to Braid @ AVA gives students the chance to learn new skills, practise techniques and enjoy a creative, supportive session with a professional braider.

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  • Celebrating Student Success

    Published 27/02/26

    We are incredibly proud to share the fantastic achievements of our students from last term.

    A total of 44 positive letters were sent home to selected students in recognition of their exceptional contributions.

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  • Student Parliament Learns About Disability Inclusion with The Pace Centre

    Published 27/02/26

    On Friday, members of our Student Parliament took part in an engaging awareness session delivered by The Pace Centre. The workshop helped students deepen their understanding of cerebral palsy, disability inclusion, and the vital support Pace provides to children and their families.

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  • EduCake - Parent Webinar - Tuesday 10 March 3:30pm

    Published 27/02/26

    The English Team's new home learning platform, Educake, is delivering a one-hour parent webinar on Tuesday 10 March, at 3:30pm.

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  • AVA Students in the Community

    Published 12/02/26

    Recently a group of our Student Parliament and Duke of Edinburgh students visited Green Ridge Primary School to work alongside younger pupils on the importance of caring for the environment and taking pride in our local community.

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  • Free Careers Support for Neurodivergent and SEND Students

    Published 11/02/26

    The Mason Foundation is a national charity behind Propel Pathways — a new, free website designed to help neurodivergent young people and those with SEND build confidence, develop practical skills, and get ready for the world of work.

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  • Reception Enjoy a Special Visit from the Fire Service

    Published 06/02/26

    A fire crew and their engine visited school today to talk to our Reception children. It was a real highlight — the children loved seeing the fire engine up close (and even climbing inside!), and we could hear squeals of delight all the way from the staff room!

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  • GCSE History Trip to Berlin

    Published 06/02/26

    Our Year 10 and 11 History students demonstrated exemplary respect, curiosity and resilience as we navigated our way through an icy, snowy three-day tour of Berlin last week.

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