As another fantastic school year comes to an end, it's time to say a heartfelt goodbye to our incredible Year 6 pupils. What can we say? It has been an absolute privilege to teach and support such a wonderful group of children. Over the past year, we have watched you grow in confidence, resilience and maturity, embracing every challenge with determination and enthusiasm. From your outstanding production of Matilda and your SATs, to sporting events, exciting trips and so many unforgettable memories, you have truly made your final year at Hampton Vale Primary Academy one to remember. As you prepare to begin your next exciting chapter at secondary school, we want you to know just how proud we are of each and every one of you. You have been fantastic role models for our younger pupils, living out our school values of Confidence, Courage, Curiosity and Constancy every single day. Although you will be greatly missed by staff and friends alike, we have no doubt that you will all go on to achieve amazing things. Keep believing in yourselves, work hard, be kind and never stop being curious. Good luck, Year 6! We wish you every success and happiness for the future. Remember... once part of the Hampton Vale family, always part of the Hampton Vale family.

This week, Tokyo Class welcomed Prague Class outside for a special Year 4 Survival Guide! Our Year 4 pupils shared everything the children can look forward to next year, including what to expect in Year 4, tips for succeeding in the Multiplication Tables Check (MTC), and some of the exciting topics and trips they'll experience throughout the year. The outdoor session also gave Prague Class the chance to ask plenty of questions, helping to ease any worries and build excitement for the year ahead. We are so proud of how confidently and thoughtfully our Year 4 pupils shared their experiences and supported the younger children with their transition.

What a fantastic evening at our Year 6 Prom! Our Year 6 children had an incredible time celebrating the end of their primary school journey with friends, laughter and lots of special memories. It was wonderful to see everyone dressed up and enjoying a well-deserved evening together. We are so proud of each and every one of you and all that you have achieved during your time at Hampton Vale Primary Academy. As you begin your next adventure at secondary school, we wish you every success and happiness for the future. Good luck, Year 6 – keep believing in yourselves and never stop reaching for your dreams. We'll miss you all!

The Moments That Made Us As we come to the end of another incredible academic year, we're proud to join schools across the Four Cs Trust in celebrating the moments that made 2025/26 so special. From inspiring achievements and unforgettable trips to performances, sporting successes, acts of kindness and everyday moments of learning, this year has been filled with memories that have shaped our school community. A huge thank you to our amazing pupils, dedicated staff, supportive families and wider community for making this year one to remember. Together, we've demonstrated the Four Cs values of Curiosity, Confidence, Courage and Constancy every step of the way. Here's to celebrating The Moments That Made Us and looking forward to another fantastic year ahead!

A special keepsake from Athens Class! Yesterday, our wonderful Athens Class created self-portraits as part of a personalised pack of cards that we'll use to play Snap! These special cards will be taking the journey with the children into Year 4, giving them a lovely reminder of the friendships, fun and memories they've made throughout this year in Year 3. What a fantastic way to celebrate an amazing year together!

PE Kit for Planning Week Teachers have planning week this week and children will need to come to school in their PE Kit. This is the only day your child will come in their PE Kit, the other days will require full school uniform. Please see below for what day your child requires PE Kit: Monday – Reception & Year 1 Tuesday – Year 4 & Year 5 Wednesday – Year 2 & Year 3 Thursday – Year 6 Thank you for your support, and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We really appreciate your help in making our final week of term run as smoothly as possible!

Beijing Class Topic Lesson - Beijing Class have been learning all about the fascinating Ancient Egyptian pyramids in their topic lessons. Today, they put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test by taking part in a fun marshmallow and spaghetti challenge! Working together in teams, the children competed to see who could build the biggest and strongest pyramid. There was lots of creativity, communication and determination on display, and everyone had a fantastic time bringing their learning to life!