ARROW VALE HIGH SCHOOL

The school is situated on a spacious and attractive site, surrounded by its own playing fields and a natural woodland area. We have shared used of the sports centre next door. Our facilities include excellent sport facilities, a professional standard theatre with dedicated projection facilities and seating for 200; Learning Resource Centre, Dance Studio, Hairdressing Salon and a Construction Area. The school recently benefited from a £1.5 million refurbishment. Improvements have included an upgrade to 13 IT suites and a new dedicated Sixth Form facility which includes a dedicated IT area. Students are offered a broad and balanced curriculum at all stages. Students join us in year 9 and take all the core and foundation subjects. They have the ability to opt for work-related courses including, Hairdressing, Hospitality and Construction.

After a major review we have introduced a totally revised Key Stage 4 curriculum. This allows students to have more time on a smaller number of options, ensuring a higher quality experience. Courses include traditional GCSEs as well as a range of BTECs at Levels 1 and 2. In addition work-related courses with work placements, e.g. Hairdressing and Childcare are available. In years 12 and 13, students are able to follow both traditional A-Level and BTEC courses. Personal and Social Education is supported through a discreet course as well as special events for particular cohorts at crucial times.

Our Aim Higher programmes support students in years 9 and 10 to visit local universities. Year 10 have a week’s work experience and year 11 have a ‘Prom’ after their examinations have finished. Post-16 students have a range of enrichment opportunities which include arranging events to support local and national charities through a range of fundraising activities. Our students are the centre of what we do. They are lively and good-natured and want to be taught by caring, dedicated, hardworking teachers who will bring out the best in them.