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Welcome to Hove Park School and Sixth Form
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As Headteacher of Hove Park, I am committed to making our best better by ensuring that every young person has the right mixture of nurturing, drive and ambition in order to achieve their very best and push the boundaries of what is possible. It will come as no surprise then, that our top two priorities as a school are to: |
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Raising academic standards means improving the percentage of students achieving 5 good GCSE grades including English, Maths and a Science, as we know this has a direct impact on career opportunities. Narrowing the gap is about ensuring that every student, regardless of whatever barriers they may face, has the same access to a world-class education and the same opportunity to succeed. For as Barack Obama said in his State of the Union
Address; "In the 21st Century it's not enough to leave no child behind, we
need to help every child to get ahead." I hope that you will join us on that journey and become part of the
team that will make a positive difference to young people's
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Raise Academic Standards
Hove Park welcomes
MP Caroline Lucas
It was fantastic to get a visit from Green MP for Brighton Caroline Lucas last Friday, when she came to see what we're doing to raise standards and become one of the most improved schools in the country.
After arriving at Nevill Campus (on the bus!) to meet Mr Trimmer she looked at the progress display in the foyer before being taken to Valley. There she joined Mr Hindman on a Learning Walk to see some teaching and learning in action. The tour ended in Valley library where students had prepared some questions for her.
Ms Lucas was extremely impressed with how politically switched on many of our students were during the Q & A session. They fired some quite challenging questions at her such as what did she think of the banking bonuses, the benefits cap and the scrapped Building Schools for the Future project but she got stuck into the debate giving some very thought provoking answers. She was thoroughly engaged and impressed throughout her visit and it was a pleasure to show her around our rapidly improving school.
Hove Park news
Hove Park gets International Schools Award for third time!
Hove Park has recently been awarded the prestigious International Schools Award for the third time in a row. The Award recognises teachers and their schools who work to instill a strong international flavour into the learning experience of all children and young people. The British Council who made the final decision in early January 2012 commented 'The standard of activity that you have planned is excellent. One activity that particularly stood out was the Chinese across the curriculum, it is very interesting, well done!'
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25/01/2012 12:31:06
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Mock Results Day
Year 11 had a glimpse at the future last week as they collected their mock exam results and predicted grades. Dressed to impress the students looked smart and professional as they waited to find out the contents of the all important envelope. They also had mock interviews with volunteers from the local business community. One student commented; "It was a really useful day as I've learned how to present myself in an interview and also that I need to revise more for the summer."
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25/01/2012 12:07:40
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OFSTED inspection
“Hove Park is a caring and inclusive school” “Students benefit from a good curriculum” “Observations show that there is good and outstanding teaching in most areas of the school” “The school’s systems for care, guidance and support are a continuing strength” “Students benefit from a large range of enrichment activities”
The report matched our understanding of the strengths of the school and the areas for development. It also confirmed that we are taking effective steps towards raising achievement at Hove Park. The number of grade 2 (good) judgements has increased.
Parent Gateway
Parents and carers are encouraged to join Gateway for access to more detailed information about the school and their child’s learning. If you would like access to the Hove Park Gateway please download the application form, complete and return to the school office.
