Haute Vallée School

03/11/2026

Reminder - Open Evening - Wednesday 4 November

Our annual Open Evening for potential New Year 7 students, is taking place on Wednesday 4 November, we will be delighted to show you what we have to offer.

02/11/2026

Reminder - INSET Day

Students return to school on Tuesday 3 November as Monday is an INSET Day for staff.

Many thanks.

23/10/2026

Half Term Break

We hope our families are all safe and well, and your properties have survived the overnight storm.

We are now on our half term break. Please be reminded that school reopens to students on Tuesday 3 November.

Monday 2 November is an INSET day for staff only.

Hope you have a great half term break.

Stay safe.

21/10/2026

🥔 Why do we run the Spud Truck?

School holidays should be a time for children to enjoy themselves. But for families on a tight budget, they can bring extra worry.

When school meals stop, there are more lunches to find. Add in childcare, holiday clubs and keeping the children entertained, and the costs soon mount up.

Our Spud Truck is part of Caring Cooks’ Holiday Hunger campaign. We serve free, hot jacket potatoes with a choice of fillings to give families who need a little help one less thing to worry about.

There’s no sign-up, no referral and no need to explain your circumstances. No judgement and no stigma. Just come along, collect your food and enjoy it together. 💚

It’s also a chance to get out of the house, meet other families and do something with the children that doesn’t come with another bill.

We know that needing a little support can happen to any of us. Whether things are difficult at the moment or the school holidays are stretching your budget, you’ll find a friendly welcome at our Spud Truck.

That’s what it’s all about. One less worry for families during the school holidays 💚

See you at half term!

21/10/2026

⚠️ Storm Austen Update - Wednesday 6:10pm

Very strong winds and heavy rain are expected from Thursday evening into Friday, with the strongest conditions forecast for Friday morning.

🏫 All Government of Jersey schools and colleges will be closed on Friday
💨 Gusts could reach 70–80 mph
🚗 Travel disruption and fallen trees are possible
🌧️ There is a risk of localised flooding

Although Storm Austen is not predicted to be as severe as Storms Ciaran or Goretti, Islanders are advised to avoid outdoor activity where possible and take extra care when travelling.

Jersey Met is closely monitoring the situation and further updates will follow tomorrow.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4zFXTWk

Children, Young People, Education and SkillsInfrastructure and Environment - I&EJersey Fire & Rescue

21/10/2026

UPDATE: Students should be in full school uniform tomorrow. The Kempt House Charity week will be concluded during the next half term. Thank you.

Good Evening

Further to our earlier email, we have received an update earlier than we expected.

Given the significant risks posed by Storm Austen, the Minister for Education and Lifelong Learning has made a decision that all Government schools and colleges will close on Friday 23 October 2026.

Where possible, considering the short notice, Teachers will make learning resources available online for students. Please encourage your son/daughter to access these resources.

We have been asked to communicate this to our parents/guardians as early as possible to give you the opportunity to make any plans that you may need to make in terms of childcare arrangements.

CYPES will continue to share further information with us when available, and, in turn, where appropriate we will share any relevant information with you.

Please also continue to follow Government of Jersey social media channels and Jersey Met for the latest advice.

I am sorry if this causes inconvenience. Please do not hesitate to contact the school tomorrow, Thursday, either at the phone, 01534 736524, or by email, at [email protected].

Stay safe.
Stuart Hughes
Headteacher

21/10/2026

📢 A few spaces still available this term!

Are you looking for support, information and a chance to connect with other parents and carers?

We still have a small number of places available on our EarlyBird and New Forest Parenting Programme (NFPP) courses this term.

🦋 EarlyBird is a 6-week programme from the National Autistic Society. Aimed at parents and carers of children 0-5, the course helps parents and carers understand autism and develop practical strategies to support their child. Topics include:
✔️ Understanding sensory differences
✔️ Developing play and social skills
✔️ Supporting communication and interaction
✔️ Understanding and supporting behaviour

Suitable for families where a child:
• Has an autism diagnosis
• Is on the autism assessment pathway
• Has been recommended by a professional

Book your space ▶https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997564222362?aff=oddtdtcreator

🌳 New Forest Parenting Programme (NFPP) (for parents and carers of children aged 5-11)

This 6-week course helps parents and carers better understand ADHD and its impact on family life. Together, we'll explore ways to:
✔️ Accept and celebrate your child as they are
✔️ Build skills and confidence
✔️ Manage difficulties and challenges
✔️ Reduce stress and feel more confident as a parent

Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Book your space ▶ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003203853651?aff=oddtdtcreator

🤝 Free JFCAS Advice Sessions

Parenting after separation can be challenging. Our free, confidential one-to-one sessions with JFCAS offer parents and carers the opportunity to talk through co-parenting challenges, explore options, and gain information about child-focused arrangements.

📅 Last Friday of every month
⏰ Various appointment times available

Find out more and book your appointment via the link below. 💙
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/advice-sessions-with-jfcas-4586953?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

For more information about our courses for parents check out the link in our bio

21/10/2026

Year 7 Trip to La Hougue Bie

The trip that was scheduled to take place on Friday this week, 23 October, has unfortunately been postponed. This is as a result of the high winds that are forecast, it is felt that it would not be appropriate to take students out of school and to travel unnecessarily.

This trip will be resheduled.

Thank you.

21/10/2026

IGCSE Maths Revision Sessions

There will be two Maths revision sessions taking place for our Year 11 students during the half term break, in preparation for the Maths IGCSE exams that are happening the first week after half term, on Wednesday 4 November and Friday 6 November.

Half term revision:

Monday 26 October 9.00am-11.00am
GradeBusters Foundation and Higher session in Learning Zone 2.

Thursday 29 October 9.30am-11.30am with Mr Allsopp in T2.

There will also be an additional GradeBusters session on Tuesday 3 November for both Foundation and Higher papers, running from 4.00pm-6.00pm in Learning Zone 2.

Please encourage all Year 11 students to attend these sessions and to continue with their own Maths revision during the half term break. A busy student is a successful student!

Many thanks for your support.

Miss Hanrahan
Head of Mathematics

21/10/2026