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We are proud to celebrate the work of our awesome Year 11 art and photography students! ?? Please put this date (Wed 15th July) in your diary and come along! The creative arts summer festival is on the same day so lots of music, theatre and entertainment too. ?✨????
We are proud to celebrate the work of our awesome Year 11 art and photography students! 🎨📷 Please put this date (Wed 15th July) in your diary and come along! The creative arts summer festival is on the same day so lots of music, theatre and entertainment too. 🙌✨👏🙌🎊🎉
Our Year 10 students swapped the classroom for the canopy today, tackling zip wires, rope bridges and Tarzan swings on a Go Ape adventure! ? A brilliant day of teamwork, courage and stepping outside comfort zones (quite literally, several metres up!). Well done to everyone who faced their fears and made it across every obstacle.
Our Year 10 students swapped the classroom for the canopy today, tackling zip wires, rope bridges and Tarzan swings on a Go Ape adventure! 💪 A brilliant day of teamwork, courage and stepping outside comfort zones (quite literally, several metres up!). Well done to everyone who faced their fears and made it across every obstacle.
Ninety nine students from Year 9 completed the expedition section of the Bronze award this year, which helps them well on the way to completion of all four sections of the DofE award! There were two expeditions, one each for HOV and PAR bands, both in June. Students walked in teams of up to seven up on on to the glorious South Downs outside Brighton, along the South Downs Way to Truleigh hill and a little further before switching back and heading north to navigate some challenging legs and arrive at Hillside the scout camp at Small Dole. The students excelled at their campcraft. Many drew on their experience of Valley Challenge in Year 8. They pitched tents and cooked an evening meal on the Trangia stove. There were all sorts of fantastic and original dishes cooked, many delicious! Students had to decamp after a breakfast- sometimes cooked- and walk along the Weald navigating through a number of fields using footbridges over minor streams, all the time using map and compass to stay on the correct route and through staff checkpoints. Day two was longer and with the tiredness, more challenging, though for both HOV and PAR, the weather on day 1 had been exceptionally changeable, wet and/or windy. This week the 99 students received their HPS DofE badges for completion of the section. All that remains is to complete and get assessor reports for the others and receive the full award from the DofE! There are over 20 others also doing the award not on the expedition. These students can receive a Certificate of Achievement for completing the three other sections. We will have an evening celebration in the autumn, so students should set about using the time to get assessors sign off on eDofE any sections already completed. Pictured here you can see our amazing DofE students at a recent assembly celebrating their achievements.
Ninety nine students from Year 9 completed the expedition section of the Bronze award this year, which helps them well on the way to completion of all four sections of the DofE award! There were two expeditions, one each for HOV and PAR bands, both in June. Students walked in teams of up to seven up on on to the glorious South Downs outside Brighton, along the South Downs Way to Truleigh hill and a little further before switching back and heading north to navigate some challenging legs and arrive at Hillside the scout camp at Small Dole. The students excelled at their campcraft. Many drew on their experience of Valley Challenge in Year 8. They pitched tents and cooked an evening meal on the Trangia stove. There were all sorts of fantastic and original dishes cooked, many delicious! Students had to decamp after a breakfast- sometimes cooked- and walk along the Weald navigating through a number of fields using footbridges over minor streams, all the time using map and compass to stay on the correct route and through staff checkpoints. Day two was longer and with the tiredness, more challenging, though for both HOV and PAR, the weather on day 1 had been exceptionally changeable, wet and/or windy. This week the 99 students received their HPS DofE badges for completion of the section. All that remains is to complete and get assessor reports for the others and receive the full award from the DofE! There are over 20 others also doing the award not on the expedition. These students can receive a Certificate of Achievement for completing the three other sections. We will have an evening celebration in the autumn, so students should set about using the time to get assessors sign off on eDofE any sections already completed. Pictured here you can see our amazing DofE students at a recent assembly celebrating their achievements.
This week we completed our Rewilding project for the summer. This year. we have teamed up with the charity Action Through Conservation to work with 35 young people, developing their love of the natural world and understanding of biodiversity. With funding of £5000, we decided to develop an outside classroom, with seating arriving in the next few weeks. We have also made habitats for amphibian, birds and solitary bees and just yesterday we spotted slow worms, so the area is transforming from a grass monoculture to biodiverse ecosystem. In addition, two students have fully funded places at week-long summer camps, which includes star-gazing, woodcraft skills and immersion in the natural world.
This week we completed our Rewilding project for the summer. This year. we have teamed up with the charity Action Through Conservation to work with 35 young people, developing their love of the natural world and understanding of biodiversity. With funding of £5000, we decided to develop an outside classroom, with seating arriving in the next few weeks. We have also made habitats for amphibian, birds and solitary bees and just yesterday we spotted slow worms, so the area is transforming from a grass monoculture to biodiverse ecosystem. In addition, two students have fully funded places at week-long summer camps, which includes star-gazing, woodcraft skills and immersion in the natural world.
On Monday, Year 10 students visited the physics department at Oxford to get a taste of how physics intersects with biochemical research – they had workshops in DNA engineering combating viruses, active matter, and antibiotic fluorescence diagnosis, all cutting edge areas of research which will transform the medical profession in the future. All this meters away from the lab where Alexander Fleming discovered Penicillin. It was a sweltering day but all students did really well and learnt a lot.
On Monday, Year 10 students visited the physics department at Oxford to get a taste of how physics intersects with biochemical research – they had workshops in DNA engineering combating viruses, active matter, and antibiotic fluorescence diagnosis, all cutting edge areas of research which will transform the medical profession in the future. All this meters away from the lab where Alexander Fleming discovered Penicillin. It was a sweltering day but all students did really well and learnt a lot.
Beach Safety and Cold Water Swimming We strongly recommend to our families that children stay at home during this extreme hot weather, however, we realise with our proximity to the sea some children will be going to the beach. We would like to share this web address for guidance on advice on safe swimming: RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution - Saving Lives at Sea > https://smpl.is/al0af
Beach Safety and Cold Water Swimming We strongly recommend to our families that children stay at home during this extreme hot weather, however, we realise with our proximity to the sea some children will be going to the beach. We would like to share this web address for guidance on advice on safe swimming: RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution - Saving Lives at Sea > https://smpl.is/al0af
? Join us for a Pride Month Poetry Workshop! ? Who are you? What makes you unique? What are you proud of? This Pride Month, our Year 7 and 8 students are invited to a creative after-school poetry workshop at Valley Library. It's a relaxed, creative space to explore identity, belonging and self-expression, and to create your own
🌈 Join us for a Pride Month Poetry Workshop! 🌈 Who are you? What makes you unique? What are you proud of? This Pride Month, our Year 7 and 8 students are invited to a creative after-school poetry workshop at Valley Library. It's a relaxed, creative space to explore identity, belonging and self-expression, and to create your own "Colours of Me" rainbow poem for a colourful display celebrating what makes our school community special. 🌈 No poetry experience needed — just bring your ideas! 🌈 All Year 7 and 8 students welcome 🌈 Materials provided 🌈 Poems can be kept anonymous if you prefer 🌈 Thursday 25th June 🕒 3:00 PM 📍 Valley Library Your words. Your voice. Your rainbow. Want to come along? Speak to Ms Cox to sign up!
The sun absolutely came out for our Year 11s last night, and it made for the perfect setting at Pangdean Barn. After five years of hard work, friendship and memories, it was wonderful to see everyone arrive looking so glamorous, soaking up the golden evening light for photos before the party got going. A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the night possible. Huge congratulations, Year 11, you've smashed it!
The sun absolutely came out for our Year 11s last night, and it made for the perfect setting at Pangdean Barn. After five years of hard work, friendship and memories, it was wonderful to see everyone arrive looking so glamorous, soaking up the golden evening light for photos before the party got going. A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the night possible. Huge congratulations, Year 11, you've smashed it!
? Save the date — our Summer Festival 2026 is coming up! ? Join us on Wednesday 15th July, 5:00–7:00 PM at Nevill Campus for a fantastic evening celebrating the incredible talent here at Hove Park School. - Dance, Drama & Music Performances - Art Exhibition - Refreshments available to purchase - FREE ENTRY We'd love to see you there, bring the whole family and come and celebrate our amazing students! ?
🌟 Save the date — our Summer Festival 2026 is coming up! 🌟 Join us on Wednesday 15th July, 5:00–7:00 PM at Nevill Campus for a fantastic evening celebrating the incredible talent here at Hove Park School. - Dance, Drama & Music Performances - Art Exhibition - Refreshments available to purchase - FREE ENTRY We'd love to see you there, bring the whole family and come and celebrate our amazing students! 🎉
Thank you to the ‘Children’s Book Project’ for the book donations for our school Library. We recently signed up to this scheme and now have another 50 books in our Library. The Children’s Book Project is a charity that collects good quality donations of books and redistributes them to schools (and other organisations) to help everyone have access to books and to support sustainability.
Thank you to the ‘Children’s Book Project’ for the book donations for our school Library. We recently signed up to this scheme and now have another 50 books in our Library. The Children’s Book Project is a charity that collects good quality donations of books and redistributes them to schools (and other organisations) to help everyone have access to books and to support sustainability.
DofE update... Morning scenes from the campsite at the start of Day 2 of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Expedition ?
DofE update... Morning scenes from the campsite at the start of Day 2 of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Expedition 👏
DofE update .... It was a magical evening with a super clear sky, marshmallows by the fire and a warm night - what we wished for! Year 9, you have been amazing. Good luck today with your Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Day 2! ?
DofE update .... It was a magical evening with a super clear sky, marshmallows by the fire and a warm night - what we wished for! Year 9, you have been amazing. Good luck today with your Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Day 2! 👏
DofE update... All students have cooked their dinner and are now washing up. There were hot dogs, pasta, couscous with black beans, pasta, vegetables, macaroni, spaghetti and more pasta!
DofE update... All students have cooked their dinner and are now washing up. There were hot dogs, pasta, couscous with black beans, pasta, vegetables, macaroni, spaghetti and more pasta!
What a day! 65 Year 9 students completed day 1 of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Expedition! Staff were so busy at checkpoints that there was little time to post photos until now! They have been amazing - the weather has thrown everything at them today but the sun is now shining brightly for tea time! ☀️
What a day! 65 Year 9 students completed day 1 of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Expedition! Staff were so busy at checkpoints that there was little time to post photos until now! They have been amazing - the weather has thrown everything at them today but the sun is now shining brightly for tea time! ☀️
We are holding a Fidget Toys and Tuck shop to raise money for AMAZE charity, supporting families with disabled children and young people in Sussex Come Along on July 1st at lunch time – Valley LRC and buy some awesome fidget toys or treats PLease Bring Cash
We are holding a Fidget Toys and Tuck shop to raise money for AMAZE charity, supporting families with disabled children and young people in Sussex Come Along on July 1st at lunch time – Valley LRC and buy some awesome fidget toys or treats PLease Bring Cash
Summer Futsal Camp – ages 11–16 Know a young footballer looking for something to do this summer? Active Future Futsal are running a Summer Holiday Camp with free HAF-funded places and paid spots available! Dates: 24th July | 30th & 31st July | 6th & 7th August FREE lunch and healthy snacks included! HAF-funded places are free for eligible young people – scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Active Future Brighton to find out more. afbrighton@activefuture.info 07584 660224
Summer Futsal Camp – ages 11–16 Know a young footballer looking for something to do this summer? Active Future Futsal are running a Summer Holiday Camp with free HAF-funded places and paid spots available! Dates: 24th July | 30th & 31st July | 6th & 7th August FREE lunch and healthy snacks included! HAF-funded places are free for eligible young people – scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Active Future Brighton to find out more. afbrighton@activefuture.info 07584 660224
Year 8, do you love reading? Want to discover new books, authors and genres – and be part of a relaxed, friendly community of readers? Come to our Year 8 Book Club... 3–4pm in the Valley Library ? Read award-nominated books ✍️ Discover new authors and genres ? Be part of a welcoming reading group ⭐ Boost your Sparx progress – **and unlock Sparx Gold Reader status!** All you need to bring is yourself and a love of stories. See you there! ? Thursdays | 3pm–4pm | Valley Library
Year 8, do you love reading? Want to discover new books, authors and genres – and be part of a relaxed, friendly community of readers? Come to our Year 8 Book Club... 3–4pm in the Valley Library 📖 Read award-nominated books ✍️ Discover new authors and genres 🤝 Be part of a welcoming reading group ⭐ Boost your Sparx progress – **and unlock Sparx Gold Reader status!** All you need to bring is yourself and a love of stories. See you there! 👇 Thursdays | 3pm–4pm | Valley Library
This Pride Month, Year 7 and 8 students are invited to a creative after-school poetry workshop at Hove Park. A chance to explore identity, belonging and self-expression, students will create their own Colours of Me rainbow poem and contribute to a display celebrating what makes our community special. No poetry experience is needed, materials are provided, and students can keep their poem anonymous if they prefer. ? Tue 24 June ? 3:00 PM ? Valley Library A calm, creative space to reflect, write and be yourself.
This Pride Month, Year 7 and 8 students are invited to a creative after-school poetry workshop at Hove Park. A chance to explore identity, belonging and self-expression, students will create their own Colours of Me rainbow poem and contribute to a display celebrating what makes our community special. No poetry experience is needed, materials are provided, and students can keep their poem anonymous if they prefer. 📅 Tue 24 June 🕒 3:00 PM 📍 Valley Library A calm, creative space to reflect, write and be yourself.
An evening out in Swanage was a treat for our Year 8 today! Rockley Adventure has created memories that will last a lifetime.
An evening out in Swanage was a treat for our Year 8 today! Rockley Adventure has created memories that will last a lifetime.
More Rockley highlights.... Jacob’s ladder activity today saw some extremely brave and courageous moves! ?
More Rockley highlights.... Jacob’s ladder activity today saw some extremely brave and courageous moves! 👏
Wet and windy at Rockley today, but everyone was happy and still smashing the activities! Outstanding!
Wet and windy at Rockley today, but everyone was happy and still smashing the activities! Outstanding!
Rockley update... Group 1 starting archery with the all important safety briefing!
Rockley update... Group 1 starting archery with the all important safety briefing!
Rockley update!.... More water activities with group 2 enjoying some water games in the lake after raft building. ?‍♂️⛵
Rockley update!.... More water activities with group 2 enjoying some water games in the lake after raft building. 🚣‍♂️⛵
What a fabulous day at Rockley! Year 8 are having an amazing time. Endless fun. Cold nights. Fun. Exciting. Laughter. Amazing. Delicious food. Great weather. Adventurous. Brilliant. Bravery. Deer spotting. Tiring and being resilient! These are some of the words Year 8 have used to describe Rockley!
What a fabulous day at Rockley! Year 8 are having an amazing time. Endless fun. Cold nights. Fun. Exciting. Laughter. Amazing. Delicious food. Great weather. Adventurous. Brilliant. Bravery. Deer spotting. Tiring and being resilient! These are some of the words Year 8 have used to describe Rockley!
Rockley update - Group 3 working on teamwork, communication and problem solving to complete the route of tasks, but can they beat the course record???!!!
Rockley update - Group 3 working on teamwork, communication and problem solving to complete the route of tasks, but can they beat the course record???!!!
The sun is shining and Year 8 are out on the water! #HPSRockley2026
The sun is shining and Year 8 are out on the water! #HPSRockley2026
What a couple of days for Group 1 at Rockley! Yesterday saw the group take on paddle boarding, with plenty of students finding their feet on the water, and a special mention to Emmeline who pulled off an impressive headstand! Today brought a new challenge in the form of The Gauntlet, climbing and belaying each other all the way up into the tree canopy. A standout performance from Rory, who showed remarkable speed up the ropes. Brilliant effort all round! ?
What a couple of days for Group 1 at Rockley! Yesterday saw the group take on paddle boarding, with plenty of students finding their feet on the water, and a special mention to Emmeline who pulled off an impressive headstand! Today brought a new challenge in the form of The Gauntlet, climbing and belaying each other all the way up into the tree canopy. A standout performance from Rory, who showed remarkable speed up the ropes. Brilliant effort all round! 🌳
Another highlight from Rockley, our students taking on the axe throwing challenge today!
Another highlight from Rockley, our students taking on the axe throwing challenge today!
What a day at Rockley! After a damp start (even Jimbo, our beloved mascot, took a soaking!), the sun came out and delivered a brilliant afternoon for everyone. Our students have thrown themselves into this afternoon's activities including axe throwing and the zip wire. With the sun now shining and smiles all round, it's shaping up to be an unforgettable experience. Watch this space for more updates
What a day at Rockley! After a damp start (even Jimbo, our beloved mascot, took a soaking!), the sun came out and delivered a brilliant afternoon for everyone. Our students have thrown themselves into this afternoon's activities including axe throwing and the zip wire. With the sun now shining and smiles all round, it's shaping up to be an unforgettable experience. Watch this space for more updates
#Rockley2026! We’ve arrived, settled in and now have started afternoon activities: zip wire!
#Rockley2026! We’ve arrived, settled in and now have started afternoon activities: zip wire!
Hove Park Year 9 students showed real resilience last week, completing their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition despite battling wind and rain throughout. Spirits remained high from start to finish, a brilliant achievement and a well-deserved congratulations to every one of them!
Hove Park Year 9 students showed real resilience last week, completing their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition despite battling wind and rain throughout. Spirits remained high from start to finish, a brilliant achievement and a well-deserved congratulations to every one of them!
DofE update.... It's tea time! The sun has made an appearance ? ?
DofE update.... It's tea time! The sun has made an appearance 💥 🌞
On Wednesday 3 June, our Year 9 and Year 10 Sports Leaders took part in the Brighton & Hove Primary School Rackets Festival at Withdean. The festival gave primary pupils the chance to try sports including badminton, table tennis, tennis and squash. After attending a short training session beforehand, our Sports Leaders were ready to help run the event and support the younger children throughout the day. They all did an amazing job and were praised by coaches and school teachers for their enthusiasm and professionalism. If you see them around school, please congratulate them.
On Wednesday 3 June, our Year 9 and Year 10 Sports Leaders took part in the Brighton & Hove Primary School Rackets Festival at Withdean. The festival gave primary pupils the chance to try sports including badminton, table tennis, tennis and squash. After attending a short training session beforehand, our Sports Leaders were ready to help run the event and support the younger children throughout the day. They all did an amazing job and were praised by coaches and school teachers for their enthusiasm and professionalism. If you see them around school, please congratulate them.
DofE update... All groups in, tents up and waiting out the rain! Fantastic effort today, our students ploughed on through the wind and rain smiling and laughing all the way - nearly! ? (Jimbo was carefully carried all the way and now is tucked up in his sleeping bag as he’s exhausted ?)
DofE update... All groups in, tents up and waiting out the rain! Fantastic effort today, our students ploughed on through the wind and rain smiling and laughing all the way - nearly! 😌 (Jimbo was carefully carried all the way and now is tucked up in his sleeping bag as he’s exhausted 🥱)
It’s the Bronze Duke Of Edinburgh Expedition for Year 9 HOV this morning! All groups have set off and are ready to face the wind and rain with smiles and a fantastic attitude! #hpsdofe
It’s the Bronze Duke Of Edinburgh Expedition for Year 9 HOV this morning! All groups have set off and are ready to face the wind and rain with smiles and a fantastic attitude! #hpsdofe
Valley Challenge update - A lovely moment at the campsite with Fitsum on guitar! Tired but happy campers!
Valley Challenge update - A lovely moment at the campsite with Fitsum on guitar! Tired but happy campers!
Plans to get an outside learning space constructed in the rewilding area are well underway. Our crew of Year 9 and 10 students worked really hard yesterday laying bark chip in preparation for the benches coming next half term.
Plans to get an outside learning space constructed in the rewilding area are well underway. Our crew of Year 9 and 10 students worked really hard yesterday laying bark chip in preparation for the benches coming next half term.
To celebrate World Bee Day on May 20th, the Gardening Enrichment students worked with a great team from Wilmott Dixon to construct bee hotels which will be placed in our Valley Garden and the Rewilding area at Nevill. This is part of a wider scientific study by the University of Sussex to investigate which colours make the best nesting habitats for our solitary bees. This is a fantastic example of citizen science and one which Hove Park is very proud to be part of.
To celebrate World Bee Day on May 20th, the Gardening Enrichment students worked with a great team from Wilmott Dixon to construct bee hotels which will be placed in our Valley Garden and the Rewilding area at Nevill. This is part of a wider scientific study by the University of Sussex to investigate which colours make the best nesting habitats for our solitary bees. This is a fantastic example of citizen science and one which Hove Park is very proud to be part of.
The Valley Challenge, our yearly multi-day trekking and camping challenge for Year 8 students, is now underway. Year 8 pupils departed around 9:15 AM today, en route to the South Downs, where they will cover 24 miles across two days! Good luck to you all!
The Valley Challenge, our yearly multi-day trekking and camping challenge for Year 8 students, is now underway. Year 8 pupils departed around 9:15 AM today, en route to the South Downs, where they will cover 24 miles across two days! Good luck to you all!
This week, saw the launch of our exciting NeuroRobotics project in partnership with BACA & University of Sussex, funded by a generous grant from the Royal Society. Over the next year, students from Hove Park and BACA will be working alongside the Neuroscience department to investigate the use of neural interface technology to control a RC car and then design and build prosthetic arms. This is groundbreaking work and a really important stepping stone for our scientists and engineers of the future.
This week, saw the launch of our exciting NeuroRobotics project in partnership with BACA & University of Sussex, funded by a generous grant from the Royal Society. Over the next year, students from Hove Park and BACA will be working alongside the Neuroscience department to investigate the use of neural interface technology to control a RC car and then design and build prosthetic arms. This is groundbreaking work and a really important stepping stone for our scientists and engineers of the future.
More highlights from our Silver Year 10 DofE at the Peak District, students think this place is…. Majestic, nostalgic, radiant, idyllic, serene, clean, tranquil, picturesque and vibrant! All have completed and done amazing!
More highlights from our Silver Year 10 DofE at the Peak District, students think this place is…. Majestic, nostalgic, radiant, idyllic, serene, clean, tranquil, picturesque and vibrant! All have completed and done amazing!
We held our annual Food Fair at the Valley campus today, celebrating the rich mix of cultures and backgrounds within our school community. Students in Years 7 and 8 prepared a fantastic range of dishes, and members of the wider community joined us in the hall to sample the many flavours, treats, and desserts on offer.
We held our annual Food Fair at the Valley campus today, celebrating the rich mix of cultures and backgrounds within our school community. Students in Years 7 and 8 prepared a fantastic range of dishes, and members of the wider community joined us in the hall to sample the many flavours, treats, and desserts on offer.
'Genuinely fun. Really cool. Sheeptastic. Cold and wet. Very tough. Beautiful scenery. Cool caves. Cold and wet. Gorgeous. Captivating valleys. Enchanted gorge. Friends and memories.’ Just some comments from the Year 10 Silver Duke of Edinburgh Assessed Expedition in the magical Peak District! You all rocked it!
'Genuinely fun. Really cool. Sheeptastic. Cold and wet. Very tough. Beautiful scenery. Cool caves. Cold and wet. Gorgeous. Captivating valleys. Enchanted gorge. Friends and memories.’ Just some comments from the Year 10 Silver Duke of Edinburgh Assessed Expedition in the magical Peak District! You all rocked it!
DofE update. Yesterday was an amazing day in the Peak District with our intrepid Year 10 students! Super navigation skills and huge amount of perseverance all round! ?️⛺?
DofE update. Yesterday was an amazing day in the Peak District with our intrepid Year 10 students! Super navigation skills and huge amount of perseverance all round! 🗺️⛺🌄
Silver Duke of Edinburgh Assessed Expedition in the Peak District! All teams off walking this morning after a challenging day of every kind of weather possible! Not one student complained! Fantastic work Year 10 - the staff are very proud of you for your resilience ?
Silver Duke of Edinburgh Assessed Expedition in the Peak District! All teams off walking this morning after a challenging day of every kind of weather possible! Not one student complained! Fantastic work Year 10 - the staff are very proud of you for your resilience 💪
DofE update... The groups are beginning to arrive at checkpoint 1.4 Wetton Mill - lovely tea shop here and Alex said ‘that was the best cup of tea I’ve ever had!’ ?
DofE update... The groups are beginning to arrive at checkpoint 1.4 Wetton Mill - lovely tea shop here and Alex said ‘that was the best cup of tea I’ve ever had!’ 😂
Benfield Hike update, the teams are half way!
Benfield Hike update, the teams are half way!
Benfield Valley Hike! The whole of Year 7 are walking up to Devils Dyke today - students are super excited and delighted to be out in the countryside!
Benfield Valley Hike! The whole of Year 7 are walking up to Devils Dyke today - students are super excited and delighted to be out in the countryside!
Year 10 had a fantastic Careers Day this week, they had a whole day off timetable to start thinking about their next steps after Hove Park. They started a virtual work experience project, choosing from a range of subject and industry areas, and heard from speakers who came into school to talk to them about their careers, including journalism, advertising, the Army, and Civil Engineering. In the last session, students met with and talked to representatives from some of the 20+ different Colleges and training providers where they could carry on their education or training after Year 11. Many of the Colleges commented on the thoughtful and positive questions, and general level of engagement from our students – well done Year 10 ?
Year 10 had a fantastic Careers Day this week, they had a whole day off timetable to start thinking about their next steps after Hove Park. They started a virtual work experience project, choosing from a range of subject and industry areas, and heard from speakers who came into school to talk to them about their careers, including journalism, advertising, the Army, and Civil Engineering. In the last session, students met with and talked to representatives from some of the 20+ different Colleges and training providers where they could carry on their education or training after Year 11. Many of the Colleges commented on the thoughtful and positive questions, and general level of engagement from our students – well done Year 10 😊
KS3 book of the month info - October October by Katya Balen What if your whole world changed overnight? October has always lived off-grid in the forest — until a life-changing event forces her into the unfamiliar world of the city. As she struggles to adapt, she must figure out who she is and where she belongs. ? Nature. Identity. Change. ? Borrow your copy from the library now. Genre: - Real Issues - Adventure Themes: - Friendship - Identiy - Nature - Change - Family dynamics
KS3 book of the month info - October October by Katya Balen What if your whole world changed overnight? October has always lived off-grid in the forest — until a life-changing event forces her into the unfamiliar world of the city. As she struggles to adapt, she must figure out who she is and where she belongs. 🌿 Nature. Identity. Change. 📚 Borrow your copy from the library now. Genre: - Real Issues - Adventure Themes: - Friendship - Identiy - Nature - Change - Family dynamics
KS4 book of the month - Silver by Olivia Leviz Silver has been raised for one mission: to study humans and help decide whether Earth can be colonised. But when she begins living among them, everything she has been taught starts to unravel — especially when she meets Finch. A gripping sci-fi romance about loyalty, truth, and discovering what it really means to feel. Genre: - YA Adult - Sci-Fi - Romance Themes: - Belonging - Identity - Love - Extraterrestrial life
KS4 book of the month - Silver by Olivia Leviz Silver has been raised for one mission: to study humans and help decide whether Earth can be colonised. But when she begins living among them, everything she has been taught starts to unravel — especially when she meets Finch. A gripping sci-fi romance about loyalty, truth, and discovering what it really means to feel. Genre: - YA Adult - Sci-Fi - Romance Themes: - Belonging - Identity - Love - Extraterrestrial life
We are raising money for new equipment for The Cullum Centre. Raffle tickets are available from The Cullum Centre at both school sites, or can be purchased via WisePay.
We are raising money for new equipment for The Cullum Centre. Raffle tickets are available from The Cullum Centre at both school sites, or can be purchased via WisePay.
Year 10 Parents/Carers! Our Year 10 trip to Go Ape is now live on WisePay - it is looking to be a really fun-filled day, especially when we are up high in the trees on the Tree Top Adventure. Book now through WisePay and fill in the link in the letter sent home to you on Thursday 16th!
Year 10 Parents/Carers! Our Year 10 trip to Go Ape is now live on WisePay - it is looking to be a really fun-filled day, especially when we are up high in the trees on the Tree Top Adventure. Book now through WisePay and fill in the link in the letter sent home to you on Thursday 16th!
Tegan has had a fantastic pool lifesaving season. In February, she competed for Brighton Surf Life Saving Club at the Wessex Regionals in Poole, winning medals in every event: gold in the Manikin Tow, Rescue Medley, Line Throw and Medley Relay, silver in the Manikin Carry, and bronze in the Obstacles. In mid-March, she competed for Crawley Town at the Royal Life Saving Society National Speed Championships in Birmingham, where she won silver in the Manikin Tow. This was an especially memorable achievement, as an error with her entry time meant she was placed in a much slower heat, leading to an agonising wait to find out whether her time would be enough to secure her first RLSS national medal. At the end of March, Tegan was back competing for Brighton at the Surf Life Saving National Championships in Cardiff. For the second year running, she won bronze in the Line Throw, reaching her casualty with her first throw and finishing ahead of many much older competitors. After a much-needed rest over Easter, she is now preparing for the beach competition season.
Tegan has had a fantastic pool lifesaving season. In February, she competed for Brighton Surf Life Saving Club at the Wessex Regionals in Poole, winning medals in every event: gold in the Manikin Tow, Rescue Medley, Line Throw and Medley Relay, silver in the Manikin Carry, and bronze in the Obstacles. In mid-March, she competed for Crawley Town at the Royal Life Saving Society National Speed Championships in Birmingham, where she won silver in the Manikin Tow. This was an especially memorable achievement, as an error with her entry time meant she was placed in a much slower heat, leading to an agonising wait to find out whether her time would be enough to secure her first RLSS national medal. At the end of March, Tegan was back competing for Brighton at the Surf Life Saving National Championships in Cardiff. For the second year running, she won bronze in the Line Throw, reaching her casualty with her first throw and finishing ahead of many much older competitors. After a much-needed rest over Easter, she is now preparing for the beach competition season.
What a fantastic Fun Run we had last week! A huge thank you to Hangleton Rangers Football Club, based in Hove, for sponsoring our event and providing the brilliant trophies for our winners. Congratulations to Willow and Walter from KS3, and Flynn and Ava-Lim from KS4, who all took home a trophy for their outstanding efforts. A massive well done to all 300 runners who participated; every single one of you earned a fabulous medal for your fantastic achievement! We'd also like to extend our gratitude to our very own catering company, Innovate, for supplying delicious flapjacks and refreshing oranges, and to Tesco for donating bottles of water to keep everyone hydrated. Thank you to everyone who made the Fun Run such a success!
What a fantastic Fun Run we had last week! A huge thank you to Hangleton Rangers Football Club, based in Hove, for sponsoring our event and providing the brilliant trophies for our winners. Congratulations to Willow and Walter from KS3, and Flynn and Ava-Lim from KS4, who all took home a trophy for their outstanding efforts. A massive well done to all 300 runners who participated; every single one of you earned a fabulous medal for your fantastic achievement! We'd also like to extend our gratitude to our very own catering company, Innovate, for supplying delicious flapjacks and refreshing oranges, and to Tesco for donating bottles of water to keep everyone hydrated. Thank you to everyone who made the Fun Run such a success!
On Wednesday, our fantastic Year 9 and 10 Sports Leaders headed to Hangleton Primary School to help run the Hove and Portslade primary netball tournament. They welcomed 13 teams, handed out information packs, umpired matches, kept scores and guided schools to the right courts. Despite freezing temperatures and even a hail shower, they stayed enthusiastic, professional and supportive throughout. Staff were full of praise for how brilliantly they represented the school and have already asked if our Sports Leaders can help at future events. Well done, everyone.
On Wednesday, our fantastic Year 9 and 10 Sports Leaders headed to Hangleton Primary School to help run the Hove and Portslade primary netball tournament. They welcomed 13 teams, handed out information packs, umpired matches, kept scores and guided schools to the right courts. Despite freezing temperatures and even a hail shower, they stayed enthusiastic, professional and supportive throughout. Staff were full of praise for how brilliantly they represented the school and have already asked if our Sports Leaders can help at future events. Well done, everyone.
Exciting open events for anyone interested in the gaming industry, or just want to find out more: https://smpl.is/aikp8
Exciting open events for anyone interested in the gaming industry, or just want to find out more: https://smpl.is/aikp8
Possibly the coldest netball fixture ever but the Year 7 and 8 netball teams toughed it out at Varndean yesterday. Year 8 had a match against Varndean and really started to click as a team. They showed some great passages of play and the shooters worked brilliantly together. They won the game 9 - 0. The Year 7 team played Varndean and Cardinal Newman. Both challenging but great games with a hardy performance from the team. Well done to all the players, hoping they have all warmed up now!
Possibly the coldest netball fixture ever but the Year 7 and 8 netball teams toughed it out at Varndean yesterday. Year 8 had a match against Varndean and really started to click as a team. They showed some great passages of play and the shooters worked brilliantly together. They won the game 9 - 0. The Year 7 team played Varndean and Cardinal Newman. Both challenging but great games with a hardy performance from the team. Well done to all the players, hoping they have all warmed up now!
On Monday 23rd, Daz from Connors 5 charity came in to deliver a thought-provoking presentation and talk. Daz promoted themes such as kindness, care and looking out for one another. Students were left with the following message: to be brave, be bold and be kind. Year 10 Student Voice students did a fundraiser at breaktimes today and raised £158 to donate to charity - an amazing achievement! Well done to Year 10 who sat and listened with maturity, respect, and care.
On Monday 23rd, Daz from Connors 5 charity came in to deliver a thought-provoking presentation and talk. Daz promoted themes such as kindness, care and looking out for one another. Students were left with the following message: to be brave, be bold and be kind. Year 10 Student Voice students did a fundraiser at breaktimes today and raised £158 to donate to charity - an amazing achievement! Well done to Year 10 who sat and listened with maturity, respect, and care.
To help prepare for their expedition to eSwatini in July several Year 10 and 11 students went camping on the South Downs this weekend. The students were brilliant and showed great reliance with sleeping outside in 0 degrees! They cooked over trangias, role played different safety situations, and navigated across the countryside. They all worked great as a team and are a credit to Hove Park. In eSwatini our students will be working in rural areas, helping communities to look after orphans and will explore the wildlife through trekking and a safari.
To help prepare for their expedition to eSwatini in July several Year 10 and 11 students went camping on the South Downs this weekend. The students were brilliant and showed great reliance with sleeping outside in 0 degrees! They cooked over trangias, role played different safety situations, and navigated across the countryside. They all worked great as a team and are a credit to Hove Park. In eSwatini our students will be working in rural areas, helping communities to look after orphans and will explore the wildlife through trekking and a safari.
This week, Hove Park hosted our Girls in STEM ‘Reach for the Stars’ event for the third time, made even bigger and better with the support of the University of Sussex. Twelve schools from across the city joined us for workshops designed to engage and inspire our young scientists and engineers of the future. Activities ranged from neuroscience and the physics of the light telephone to rocket and helicopter‑building workshops with Cardinal Newman and Brighton College sixth formers. The day rounded off with two amazing keynote speakers – Dr Ele D’Elia and Dame Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut. We were over the moon!
This week, Hove Park hosted our Girls in STEM ‘Reach for the Stars’ event for the third time, made even bigger and better with the support of the University of Sussex. Twelve schools from across the city joined us for workshops designed to engage and inspire our young scientists and engineers of the future. Activities ranged from neuroscience and the physics of the light telephone to rocket and helicopter‑building workshops with Cardinal Newman and Brighton College sixth formers. The day rounded off with two amazing keynote speakers – Dr Ele D’Elia and Dame Helen Sharman, Britain’s first astronaut. We were over the moon!
Thank you to @jimmysicedcoffee team who dropped off around 100 free cans of coffee for Hove Park staff on the Valley Campus yesterday! It was a beautiful day for an iced coffee!
Thank you to @jimmysicedcoffee team who dropped off around 100 free cans of coffee for Hove Park staff on the Valley Campus yesterday! It was a beautiful day for an iced coffee!
Year 7 and 8 students have been working towards an exciting opportunity to perform as part of Hove Park School’s group dance at Let’s Dance 2026, held at Brighton Dome Theatre. The show welcomes all schools and ages across Brighton and Hove to perform to a live audience at this iconic city venue. On Tuesday, 17th March, thirty-two students travelled from the Valley site to the Dome to participate in this wonderful event and showcase their success, creating lifelong memories not only for themselves but also for the audience. Tickets were completely sold out for Tuesday night! Throughout rehearsals, students have shown commitment, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude towards developing their performance. They have learnt and refined a structured routine, demonstrating key timings, coordination, and spatial awareness. Students have worked effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a group, contributing to the overall quality of their polished performance. All students have grown in confidence throughout, and this was evident in their final performance on stage in front of a large audience. On the night, Hove Park really did shine, showing greater clarity of movement, expression, focus, and energy than ever before. Overall, all students should feel proud of their amazing efforts and achievements. It was a wonderful evening where the audience clapped, cheered, and celebrated the accomplishments of all the young people who took part. Our students were fantastic and represented Hove Park School positively in a truly memorable final performance. Let me know if you would like any further adjustments or a different tone!
Year 7 and 8 students have been working towards an exciting opportunity to perform as part of Hove Park School’s group dance at Let’s Dance 2026, held at Brighton Dome Theatre. The show welcomes all schools and ages across Brighton and Hove to perform to a live audience at this iconic city venue. On Tuesday, 17th March, thirty-two students travelled from the Valley site to the Dome to participate in this wonderful event and showcase their success, creating lifelong memories not only for themselves but also for the audience. Tickets were completely sold out for Tuesday night! Throughout rehearsals, students have shown commitment, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude towards developing their performance. They have learnt and refined a structured routine, demonstrating key timings, coordination, and spatial awareness. Students have worked effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a group, contributing to the overall quality of their polished performance. All students have grown in confidence throughout, and this was evident in their final performance on stage in front of a large audience. On the night, Hove Park really did shine, showing greater clarity of movement, expression, focus, and energy than ever before. Overall, all students should feel proud of their amazing efforts and achievements. It was a wonderful evening where the audience clapped, cheered, and celebrated the accomplishments of all the young people who took part. Our students were fantastic and represented Hove Park School positively in a truly memorable final performance. Let me know if you would like any further adjustments or a different tone!
Today was a beautiful day for Hove Park School's Fun Run! We had over 300 runners across all year groups who took on the undulating course in wonderful spirits, smiling and dancing their way around. Many of the runners would have earned their green Every Child Should star as it was their first time running the event, all athletes definitely earned their finishing medals! This year’s event was fully funded and completely free for all children. If you or someone you know can sponsor next year’s event please email ahunt@hovepark.org.uk
Today was a beautiful day for Hove Park School's Fun Run! We had over 300 runners across all year groups who took on the undulating course in wonderful spirits, smiling and dancing their way around. Many of the runners would have earned their green Every Child Should star as it was their first time running the event, all athletes definitely earned their finishing medals! This year’s event was fully funded and completely free for all children. If you or someone you know can sponsor next year’s event please email ahunt@hovepark.org.uk
Today was a beautiful day for Hove Park School's Fun Run! We had over 300 runners across all year groups who took on the undulating course in wonderful spirits, smiling and dancing their way around. Many of the runners would have earned their green Every Child Should star as it was their first time running the event, all athletes definitely earned their finishing medals! This year’s event was fully funded and completely free for all children. If you or someone you know can sponsor next year’s event please email ahunt@hovepark.org.uk
Today was a beautiful day for Hove Park School's Fun Run! We had over 300 runners across all year groups who took on the undulating course in wonderful spirits, smiling and dancing their way around. Many of the runners would have earned their green Every Child Should star as it was their first time running the event, all athletes definitely earned their finishing medals! This year’s event was fully funded and completely free for all children. If you or someone you know can sponsor next year’s event please email ahunt@hovepark.org.uk
KS4 Book of the Month, How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore. What if you were trapped inside a horror film? This gripping thriller follows a group of characters as fear becomes real and survival is no longer just fiction. As tension rises, they must decide who to trust — and how far they’re willing to go to make it out alive… ⚠️ Trigger warning: contains mature themes
KS4 Book of the Month, How to Survive a Horror Movie by Scarlett Dunmore. What if you were trapped inside a horror film? This gripping thriller follows a group of characters as fear becomes real and survival is no longer just fiction. As tension rises, they must decide who to trust — and how far they’re willing to go to make it out alive… ⚠️ Trigger warning: contains mature themes
KS3 Book of the month, Twitch - M.G. Leonard What’s the book about? Love mystery, adventure and a bit of danger? When a criminal escapes into the woods, Twitch and his friends find themselves caught up in a thrilling investigation. With teamwork, bravery and a passion for nature, they must uncover the truth before it’s too late…
KS3 Book of the month, Twitch - M.G. Leonard What’s the book about? Love mystery, adventure and a bit of danger? When a criminal escapes into the woods, Twitch and his friends find themselves caught up in a thrilling investigation. With teamwork, bravery and a passion for nature, they must uncover the truth before it’s too late…
Last chance to sign up for our Fun Run! No entries after 7pm tonight. Students cannot enter on the day. We are really looking forward to this community run - sign up and be part of this amazing run and Year 7 and Year 8 can earn their Green Every Child Should star for this run.
Last chance to sign up for our Fun Run! No entries after 7pm tonight. Students cannot enter on the day. We are really looking forward to this community run - sign up and be part of this amazing run and Year 7 and Year 8 can earn their Green Every Child Should star for this run.
A great evening of basketball for the Year 9 team at PACA last Thursday night, in a tri-tournament against PACA and Cardinal Newman. The boys started brilliantly against PACA with a convincing win and some great shooting from Frank, and solid defence. In our second game, Cardinal Newman proved a strong opposition and ultimately came out on top in the end, despite some outstanding passages of play from Hove Park. Huge potential in this Year 9 Hove Park side, with a combination of experience, competitiveness, height and athleticism. Definitely one to watch for next season.
A great evening of basketball for the Year 9 team at PACA last Thursday night, in a tri-tournament against PACA and Cardinal Newman. The boys started brilliantly against PACA with a convincing win and some great shooting from Frank, and solid defence. In our second game, Cardinal Newman proved a strong opposition and ultimately came out on top in the end, despite some outstanding passages of play from Hove Park. Huge potential in this Year 9 Hove Park side, with a combination of experience, competitiveness, height and athleticism. Definitely one to watch for next season.
On Wednesday, Hove Park School was proud to host the Year 9 Netball Tournament, welcoming eight teams from across the city for a fantastic afternoon of competitive netball. The tournament was played in two pools, with each team competing in a round-robin format before the final standings were decided. We entered two school teams, giving 18 of our Year 9 players the opportunity to represent the school and gain valuable match experience. After being postponed three times due to poor weather, it was great to finally see the tournament go ahead – and the sun was shining, making it a perfect afternoon for netball. A huge thank you goes to our Year 10 Sports Leaders, who played a key role in the success of the event. They helped organise keep scores, officiate games and ensure the tournament ran smoothly throughout the afternoon. The standard of play across all teams was excellent, with great teamwork, defensive interceptions and accurate shooting on display. Our players represented the school brilliantly, showing determination, resilience and great sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Well done to all those who took part, the event was a great success. Hove Park finished in 3rd place overall.
On Wednesday, Hove Park School was proud to host the Year 9 Netball Tournament, welcoming eight teams from across the city for a fantastic afternoon of competitive netball. The tournament was played in two pools, with each team competing in a round-robin format before the final standings were decided. We entered two school teams, giving 18 of our Year 9 players the opportunity to represent the school and gain valuable match experience. After being postponed three times due to poor weather, it was great to finally see the tournament go ahead – and the sun was shining, making it a perfect afternoon for netball. A huge thank you goes to our Year 10 Sports Leaders, who played a key role in the success of the event. They helped organise keep scores, officiate games and ensure the tournament ran smoothly throughout the afternoon. The standard of play across all teams was excellent, with great teamwork, defensive interceptions and accurate shooting on display. Our players represented the school brilliantly, showing determination, resilience and great sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Well done to all those who took part, the event was a great success. Hove Park finished in 3rd place overall.
The year 7 netball team were in action yesterday against Dorothy Stringer. They worked hard and continue to be enthusiastic even when faced with a challenge. Well done to all that played, they were a credit to Hove Park! (Action shot from Monday's tournament.)
The year 7 netball team were in action yesterday against Dorothy Stringer. They worked hard and continue to be enthusiastic even when faced with a challenge. Well done to all that played, they were a credit to Hove Park! (Action shot from Monday's tournament.)
Year 8 students worked hard on Properties of 3D shapes, including faces, edges and vertices of a cube. It was fun making a cube to take home!
Year 8 students worked hard on Properties of 3D shapes, including faces, edges and vertices of a cube. It was fun making a cube to take home!
HPS Fun Run is next week and we are ready! Sign up quickly for this community run via the QR code - it’s free!
HPS Fun Run is next week and we are ready! Sign up quickly for this community run via the QR code - it’s free!
Yesterday we travelled to Patcham for the Year 7 Netball tournament in glorious sunshine before the sea mist set in for the evening. The team were enthusiastic and worked hard as they continued to test out playing in different positions. They played three games, no wins this time but lots of excitement about our next match tomorrow! Well done, team!
Yesterday we travelled to Patcham for the Year 7 Netball tournament in glorious sunshine before the sea mist set in for the evening. The team were enthusiastic and worked hard as they continued to test out playing in different positions. They played three games, no wins this time but lots of excitement about our next match tomorrow! Well done, team!
The Year 7 and 8 netball teams played matches against King's yesterday. Great weather and a great turnout from our players! Challenging games for both Year groups, who put in a determined effort against well drilled King's teams. No wins yesterday but well done to all our players!
The Year 7 and 8 netball teams played matches against King's yesterday. Great weather and a great turnout from our players! Challenging games for both Year groups, who put in a determined effort against well drilled King's teams. No wins yesterday but well done to all our players!
Our annual MEP trip to celebrate Chinese New Year in London took place yesterday, with 19 Year 8 students taking part. We met bright and early at Brighton station before travelling to London Blackfriars. Led by Mr Knox, we headed to the British Museum to explore the Chinese and Korean galleries. Several students impressed us by reading the Chinese captions beneath the exhibits – a skill that neither Mr Knox nor Miss Jeffries could quite match! After time to marvel at the displays, we made our way to Chinatown for a delicious Chinese meal. Everyone had a go at using chopsticks with varying degrees of success and, although we did our best to finish everything, staff still left with ten boxes of leftovers. Once we had wished each other a happy new year in Chinese and finished lunch, students had the chance to explore Chinatown, visit a Chinese supermarket and choose a few treats, before we all rounded off the day with bubble tea. The students were a credit to the school throughout. Both staff and students had a wonderful day – even if the 20,000‑plus steps around our capital might not be quite so popular! Huge thanks to Miss Qiao for organising such a fantastic trip – we are already looking forward to next year.
Our annual MEP trip to celebrate Chinese New Year in London took place yesterday, with 19 Year 8 students taking part. We met bright and early at Brighton station before travelling to London Blackfriars. Led by Mr Knox, we headed to the British Museum to explore the Chinese and Korean galleries. Several students impressed us by reading the Chinese captions beneath the exhibits – a skill that neither Mr Knox nor Miss Jeffries could quite match! After time to marvel at the displays, we made our way to Chinatown for a delicious Chinese meal. Everyone had a go at using chopsticks with varying degrees of success and, although we did our best to finish everything, staff still left with ten boxes of leftovers. Once we had wished each other a happy new year in Chinese and finished lunch, students had the chance to explore Chinatown, visit a Chinese supermarket and choose a few treats, before we all rounded off the day with bubble tea. The students were a credit to the school throughout. Both staff and students had a wonderful day – even if the 20,000‑plus steps around our capital might not be quite so popular! Huge thanks to Miss Qiao for organising such a fantastic trip – we are already looking forward to next year.
World Book Day Celebrations. Our Bake Sale ??? raised an amazing £326.82 - thank you to all our student and parent bakers and cake donations. World Book Day 2026 Newsletter coming out soon!
World Book Day Celebrations. Our Bake Sale 🍰🎂🍰 raised an amazing £326.82 - thank you to all our student and parent bakers and cake donations. World Book Day 2026 Newsletter coming out soon!
?‍♂️?‍♀️ Hove Park School Fun Run is back! ?‍♀️? The Hove Park School Fun Run is on Wednesday 18th March. Sign up as spaces are limited and go quickly! - FREE event with limited spaces — sign up quickly! - Entry forms: scan the QR code on the poster or check your school email for signup instructions. ?✨ #FunRun
🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Hove Park School Fun Run is back! 🏃‍♀️🏃 The Hove Park School Fun Run is on Wednesday 18th March. Sign up as spaces are limited and go quickly! - FREE event with limited spaces — sign up quickly! - Entry forms: scan the QR code on the poster or check your school email for signup instructions. 🏅✨ #FunRun
A brilliant effort from our swimmers last night in the Brighton Schools Swimming Gala. Some standout performances include the boys in the Year 9/10 freestyle relay, where Percy, Simon, Floyd and Dylan, all from Year 9, came 4th in the 200m freestyle relay against some incredibly strong opposition. The girls’ Year 7 team were also inspirational, and Amalie, Ava, Maebh and Bea all did superbly, swimming up against Year 8 opposition in their events and even helping with Year 9/10 relays. Finally, a huge well done to Tegan for her heat win in the 50m freestyle. Lovely to see the aquatic talent within the school on display and such positivity from the team and supporting parents poolside on the night. Huge well done to everyone who attended and supported the event!
A brilliant effort from our swimmers last night in the Brighton Schools Swimming Gala. Some standout performances include the boys in the Year 9/10 freestyle relay, where Percy, Simon, Floyd and Dylan, all from Year 9, came 4th in the 200m freestyle relay against some incredibly strong opposition. The girls’ Year 7 team were also inspirational, and Amalie, Ava, Maebh and Bea all did superbly, swimming up against Year 8 opposition in their events and even helping with Year 9/10 relays. Finally, a huge well done to Tegan for her heat win in the 50m freestyle. Lovely to see the aquatic talent within the school on display and such positivity from the team and supporting parents poolside on the night. Huge well done to everyone who attended and supported the event!
Happy World Book Day! We are celebrating with a variety of activities at Valley for Year 7 and 8: a charity Bake Sale to raise money for Amaze and The Story Trail; origami hedgehog workshop (after school); Sparx Reader reward certificates and imagination themed assemblies.
Happy World Book Day! We are celebrating with a variety of activities at Valley for Year 7 and 8: a charity Bake Sale to raise money for Amaze and The Story Trail; origami hedgehog workshop (after school); Sparx Reader reward certificates and imagination themed assemblies.
Year 8 Netball Update. It was 18 degrees as we arrived at Cardinal Newman for the Year 8 netball tournament, a beautiful day to play netball against all the local schools. Year 8 were stoic and worked hard against some strong teams. They won one game and battled to just miss out on some others. Huge well done to Year 8 who remained positive throughout and were a credit to Hove Park.
Year 8 Netball Update. It was 18 degrees as we arrived at Cardinal Newman for the Year 8 netball tournament, a beautiful day to play netball against all the local schools. Year 8 were stoic and worked hard against some strong teams. They won one game and battled to just miss out on some others. Huge well done to Year 8 who remained positive throughout and were a credit to Hove Park.
Spring Concert Auditions 2026! (Concert is on Weds 25th March) Nevill Students 3pm - Weds 11th March (Room n68) Valley Students 3pm- Thurs 12th March (Room VS07)
Spring Concert Auditions 2026! (Concert is on Weds 25th March) Nevill Students 3pm - Weds 11th March (Room n68) Valley Students 3pm- Thurs 12th March (Room VS07)
World Book Day 2026 All cake donations (homemade or shop bought) gratefully received on Thursday 5th March 2026 – Valley Campus only (Year 7 and 8) – to help raise money for Amaze The Story Trail Book Bench project and to celebrate reading. Students should drop off cakes at the LRC during Tutor time. Many thanks to all our families in advance for supporting this event.
World Book Day 2026 All cake donations (homemade or shop bought) gratefully received on Thursday 5th March 2026 – Valley Campus only (Year 7 and 8) – to help raise money for Amaze The Story Trail Book Bench project and to celebrate reading. Students should drop off cakes at the LRC during Tutor time. Many thanks to all our families in advance for supporting this event.
With reading for pleasure in decline, this practical guide offers ten thoughtful ways to reignite children’s enthusiasm for books. From valuing all forms of reading to broadening access to diverse materials, it explores how adults can nurture positive reading habits both at home and in school. Digital tools, audiobooks and augmented reality are also considered as engaging ways to support today’s readers. It also highlights the power of social connection – recommending books, reading together and meeting authors – alongside the importance of modelling reading ourselves. This guide provides supportive, achievable ideas to help young people reconnect with reading and see it as a meaningful part of everyday life.
With reading for pleasure in decline, this practical guide offers ten thoughtful ways to reignite children’s enthusiasm for books. From valuing all forms of reading to broadening access to diverse materials, it explores how adults can nurture positive reading habits both at home and in school. Digital tools, audiobooks and augmented reality are also considered as engaging ways to support today’s readers. It also highlights the power of social connection – recommending books, reading together and meeting authors – alongside the importance of modelling reading ourselves. This guide provides supportive, achievable ideas to help young people reconnect with reading and see it as a meaningful part of everyday life.
Hove Park School is the lucky winner of the LoveReading Star Books Bundle – and all these books are now in our school library! Thank you @lovereadinguk
Hove Park School is the lucky winner of the LoveReading Star Books Bundle – and all these books are now in our school library! Thank you @lovereadinguk
World Book Day Bake Sale at Valley Campus for our Year 7 and 8 students is on Thursday 5th March. All home baked and shop bought cake donations gratefully received. Please remember: No nuts and list the ingredients on any home baked cakes.
World Book Day Bake Sale at Valley Campus for our Year 7 and 8 students is on Thursday 5th March. All home baked and shop bought cake donations gratefully received. Please remember: No nuts and list the ingredients on any home baked cakes.
Year 7 worked incredibly hard today in Maths using both book work and iPads to learn about Fractions of Shapes.
Year 7 worked incredibly hard today in Maths using both book work and iPads to learn about Fractions of Shapes.
Seville Trip update - The students spent a long morning at our partner school, where we have worked since 2020. The school welcomed us in their beautiful chapel. The students had a tour of the school and then enjoyed listening to a presentation about Seville, with Austin, Jade and Victoria speaking about Brighton to the Spanish students. This was followed by some students playing football, dancing or playing cards with the Spanish students. We then said goodbye to our friends at Colegio Irlandesas Bami and, on the way home, stopped at the beautiful Plaza de España. Then we walked for half an hour to get churros in a square and in the evening we enjoyed a flamenco show in town.
Seville Trip update - The students spent a long morning at our partner school, where we have worked since 2020. The school welcomed us in their beautiful chapel. The students had a tour of the school and then enjoyed listening to a presentation about Seville, with Austin, Jade and Victoria speaking about Brighton to the Spanish students. This was followed by some students playing football, dancing or playing cards with the Spanish students. We then said goodbye to our friends at Colegio Irlandesas Bami and, on the way home, stopped at the beautiful Plaza de España. Then we walked for half an hour to get churros in a square and in the evening we enjoyed a flamenco show in town.
What would you do if everything changed in a moment? Our KS4 Book of the Month, explores consent, identity and the strength of friendship in the face of difficult choices. A powerful, contemporary read — available in the library ⚠️ Trigger warning: contains mature themes including issues of consent and teenage pregnancy
What would you do if everything changed in a moment? Our KS4 Book of the Month, explores consent, identity and the strength of friendship in the face of difficult choices. A powerful, contemporary read — available in the library ⚠️ Trigger warning: contains mature themes including issues of consent and teenage pregnancy
Day three of our Seville trip really enriched our students’ cultural knowledge about the Arabic background of Seville. We visited the Alcázar royal palace, where students enjoyed seeing the peacocks and the ducks in the royal gardens, followed by a visit to the spectacular cathedral, which holds the tomb of Christopher Columbus. The whole group enjoyed climbing to the top of the bell tower, and the day concluded with card games on the beautiful roof terrace of the hostel.
Day three of our Seville trip really enriched our students’ cultural knowledge about the Arabic background of Seville. We visited the Alcázar royal palace, where students enjoyed seeing the peacocks and the ducks in the royal gardens, followed by a visit to the spectacular cathedral, which holds the tomb of Christopher Columbus. The whole group enjoyed climbing to the top of the bell tower, and the day concluded with card games on the beautiful roof terrace of the hostel.
Our Year 8, 9 and 10 students are currently enjoying a study tour to Seville. Yesterday they took part in a guided walking tour, taking in the sights and learning about the city’s rich history. This was followed by a paella-making class, which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
Our Year 8, 9 and 10 students are currently enjoying a study tour to Seville. Yesterday they took part in a guided walking tour, taking in the sights and learning about the city’s rich history. This was followed by a paella-making class, which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
Last week, Year 8 took part in a Lego robotics coding day as part of exploring their possible GCSE options. The day was themed around the upcoming NASA Artemis expedition. In each workshop, pairs of students built and coded a robot to navigate across the hall. Once they had successfully achieved this, they moved on to the Challenge Mission, tackling eight different tasks including crossing an uneven 'crater', rolling a 'space rock' to a target, and securing and relocating a 'satellite beacon'. As well as developing their coding, the event tested their scientific skills in investigation, adaptation and engineering. Every student showed different strengths across the day, but all demonstrated resilience and aspiration. The day was made possible by a Neon grant secured by our STEM coordinator, Charlotte Lacny.
Last week, Year 8 took part in a Lego robotics coding day as part of exploring their possible GCSE options. The day was themed around the upcoming NASA Artemis expedition. In each workshop, pairs of students built and coded a robot to navigate across the hall. Once they had successfully achieved this, they moved on to the Challenge Mission, tackling eight different tasks including crossing an uneven 'crater', rolling a 'space rock' to a target, and securing and relocating a 'satellite beacon'. As well as developing their coding, the event tested their scientific skills in investigation, adaptation and engineering. Every student showed different strengths across the day, but all demonstrated resilience and aspiration. The day was made possible by a Neon grant secured by our STEM coordinator, Charlotte Lacny.
Book of the month from our English Faculty - Gloam by Jack Mackay A creaky house. A small, damp island. A babysitter with a secret ? When Gwen realises she’s the only one who sees the danger, she must face her fears to protect her family. Dark, creepy and impossible to put down. ⚠️ Trigger warning: includes themes of bereavement and a deceased parent. Genre: • Horror • Gothic • Fantasy Themes: • Folklore • Superstition • Friendship • Loss and grief
Book of the month from our English Faculty - Gloam by Jack Mackay A creaky house. A small, damp island. A babysitter with a secret 👀 When Gwen realises she’s the only one who sees the danger, she must face her fears to protect her family. Dark, creepy and impossible to put down. ⚠️ Trigger warning: includes themes of bereavement and a deceased parent. Genre: • Horror • Gothic • Fantasy Themes: • Folklore • Superstition • Friendship • Loss and grief
This week, our talented students lit up the stage with an incredible performance of Annie! We’re so proud of everyone involved - their energy, dedication, and teamwork truly shone through. What an unforgettable experience! Stay tuned for a full write-up and more highlights coming soon!
This week, our talented students lit up the stage with an incredible performance of Annie! We’re so proud of everyone involved - their energy, dedication, and teamwork truly shone through. What an unforgettable experience! Stay tuned for a full write-up and more highlights coming soon!
Our Year 9 team were in action in the Brighton League against Patcham High School on Monday 26 January. It was a strong and organised team performance. After going 1-0 down, Hove Park showed great determination and resilience, responding with two well-worked goals. Patcham kept going and managed to grab a late equaliser to make it 2-2. It was an evenly contested match that neither side deserved to lose. Well done to the whole squad. The side are next in action in the derby against local rivals Blatchington Mill on Wednesday 4 February.
Our Year 9 team were in action in the Brighton League against Patcham High School on Monday 26 January. It was a strong and organised team performance. After going 1-0 down, Hove Park showed great determination and resilience, responding with two well-worked goals. Patcham kept going and managed to grab a late equaliser to make it 2-2. It was an evenly contested match that neither side deserved to lose. Well done to the whole squad. The side are next in action in the derby against local rivals Blatchington Mill on Wednesday 4 February.
We were incredibly proud of the Year 10 basketball team last night for their efforts in the Year 10 basketball tournament. Their commitment to playing at training, lunch and break times, in all weathers, has led to this group producing some superb basketball to watch. In a tournament with 15 teams, Hove Park entered A and B teams in two of the pool groups and arguably played some of the best team basketball on the night. Both teams eventually finished 2nd in their pools and reached the second play-off group, where they both beat Varndean's B side to take 4th and 5th place out of 15 teams. It was an absolute pleasure to see a group of players performing so well and loving the game.
We were incredibly proud of the Year 10 basketball team last night for their efforts in the Year 10 basketball tournament. Their commitment to playing at training, lunch and break times, in all weathers, has led to this group producing some superb basketball to watch. In a tournament with 15 teams, Hove Park entered A and B teams in two of the pool groups and arguably played some of the best team basketball on the night. Both teams eventually finished 2nd in their pools and reached the second play-off group, where they both beat Varndean's B side to take 4th and 5th place out of 15 teams. It was an absolute pleasure to see a group of players performing so well and loving the game.
Year 10 students engaged with a coffee making workshop yesterday with @howiescoffeeandco, from Barista Bros. After an inspiring assembly, students were taught how to make an espresso and then froth milk, before showing off their art skills. A great workshop, enjoyed by all who attended! Thanks, Howie and thanks too to our brilliant Enterprise Advisor @michaelgraing
Year 10 students engaged with a coffee making workshop yesterday with @howiescoffeeandco, from Barista Bros. After an inspiring assembly, students were taught how to make an espresso and then froth milk, before showing off their art skills. A great workshop, enjoyed by all who attended! Thanks, Howie and thanks too to our brilliant Enterprise Advisor @michaelgraing
This morning some Year 8 Student Leaders presented to the Year 7 students in assembly to talk about how they can earn their Every Child Should stars. They explained to the Year 7 students how they could earn each star and spoke about their own personal experience of achieving all of their stars last year. Here is also a group of amazing Year 7 students who have already gained three or four Every Child Should stars this year. Incredible!
This morning some Year 8 Student Leaders presented to the Year 7 students in assembly to talk about how they can earn their Every Child Should stars. They explained to the Year 7 students how they could earn each star and spoke about their own personal experience of achieving all of their stars last year. Here is also a group of amazing Year 7 students who have already gained three or four Every Child Should stars this year. Incredible!
Faraday Challenge – On Monday, three teams of Year 8 students travelled to BACA to take part in an engineering competition. The challenge was to build a battery-powered car that could travel 3 m and launch an air-powered rocket, whilst incorporating teamwork, project management and design skills. It was a tough field, but all Hove Park teams led the pack, with one clear winner. A special commendation to Rich, who built in a speed control device which wowed the judges. Our Lego cup will appear in the display cabinet as soon as we have built it!
Faraday Challenge – On Monday, three teams of Year 8 students travelled to BACA to take part in an engineering competition. The challenge was to build a battery-powered car that could travel 3 m and launch an air-powered rocket, whilst incorporating teamwork, project management and design skills. It was a tough field, but all Hove Park teams led the pack, with one clear winner. A special commendation to Rich, who built in a speed control device which wowed the judges. Our Lego cup will appear in the display cabinet as soon as we have built it!
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Year 11 After-School Revision Programme Spring Term 2024-25

By Hove Park School • November 6, 2024
Click here to download the Year 11 after school revision programme for the spring term.

GCSE Results 2024

By Karl Salter • August 22, 2024
Hove Park School students celebrate their GCSE results! The staff at the school would like to congratulate our students for the hard work that has seen so many achieve success in their GCSEs. They can now celebrate gaining the qualifications that will take them on to the next stage of their education at sixth form or college! Once again, the exam results of students at Hove Park School are in-line with the national average, with 67% of all grades marked as passes. Head teacher Jim Roberts praised the hard work of both the students and staff. He said: ‘I am very proud of the students and their achievements. They have shown incredible resilience and determination in navigating the challenges of the last few years. These results are a true reflection of student commitment to their studies, high-quality teaching and caring pastoral support. We wish them all the very best and look forward to hearing about all their future successes’ Brighton and Hove Secondary Headteachers are jointly celebrating the achievements of our students. We are thrilled to jointly celebrate the remarkable achievements of our students across Brighton and Hove. Through steadfast partnership and collaboration, our schools have collectively ensured that every child in our city has access to a high-quality education, enabling them to make significant progress. We take immense pride in the exam results this year, which reflect fantastic levels of attainment and achievement across all schools in Brighton and Hove. These results are a testament to the hard work and resilience of a brilliant group of students, as well as the unwavering commitment of our schools to joint practice development and collaborative efforts for the benefit of every young person in our city. The success of the 'Class of 2024' is a shared accomplishment, and we are extremely proud of each student. We wish them all the very best for their future endeavours and are confident that they will continue to thrive and excel.

Post 16 Results

By Karl Salter • August 15, 2024
Well done to all Hove Park 6th Form students who received their results today. Students’ next steps include continuing their studies at universities as near as Brighton and as far away as Chester. Our students will continue their studies in a diverse range of subjects such as Finance and Zoology. This is the final cohort to study at Hove Park 6th Form in its current format and we would like to congratulate them on their achievements. Head teacher Jim Roberts said: “Hove Park 6th Form has always been about supporting students to move forwards and take the next step in their chosen career path. I would like to congratulate all our students on their success and wish them the very best for the future. We are very proud of everything that they have achieved.”
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