Headmaster’s Headlines

28th Apr 2023
Senior School

This week has certainly flown by once more as we find ourselves in the rhythm of term time. It is always such an interesting time of year with the combination of getting stuck into summer activities (although the downpours have not helped) with the inevitable experience of examinations either starting or on the horizon. Spirits remain high however and the students are doing well supporting and encouraging each other. We had a great Open Day last Saturday and it was lovely to be able to show off the School at its best.

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New Heads of School

27th Apr 2023
Senior School

Olivia C and Daniel B have been named as the Heads of School for the Summer Term, and attended their first Haedmaster's Assembly in post last week, with Olivia making her debut speech to the student body.

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CCF taster day hits the target

27th Mar 2023

On Friday last week, Year 5 marched over to SVS and enjoyed a well-drilled afternoon of fun, organised by the Officers and NCOs of the CCF. After a delicious lunch in the refectory, the children paraded, despite the rain, where they paid attention and were put at ease by Major Prem.

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SVS Through the Years – Boys Hockey

27th Mar 2023
Senior School

Following on from the 1st XI Boys Hockey making it through the Tier 3 National Plate Semi Final this week, we wanted to continue with the theme of hockey within Sutton Valence School.

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U14 EH Cup Marden Hockey Club

27th Mar 2023
Senior School

What a weekend! The Marden girls are through to the EH Cup final. It was an incredible game to watch and we are still buzzing now!

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National Rugby Sevens

27th Mar 2023
Senior School

This week the Rugby Sevens squads descended on the Rosslyn Park National Sevens tournaments in South West London.

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1st VII Netball versus Ashford School – by Scarlett Washington (Upper Sixth)

27th Mar 2023
Senior School

On Thursday 16th of March, the girls played Ashford at home. After losing to them in the Kings Rochester tournament a few weeks ago, we wanted a win. Both teams started the first quarter strong, but a few interceptions from Darcy and Lizzie allowed us to gain a small lead of 3 goals.

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Another string to their bow for music students

27th Mar 2023
Senior School

On Monday 20th the Music School hosted the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music examinations. These exams happen three times a year and are often used to show progress in the chosen instrument. Depending on marks you can either pass, achieve a merit of if you gain over 85%, a distinction. They consist of three or four pieces, scales, sight reading and aural tests. To achieve good marks, regular, everyday practice for up to an hour is essential The higher exams also have UCAS points attached.

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