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The Grove School Launches New House System!
We are incredibly excited to announce the launch of our brand-new House System at The Grove School!
Before the summer break, students voted to ensure that colour would play an important role in the identity of our four houses. We also wanted our houses to have a special connection to a place that holds a cherished place in the hearts of our students, staff and wider community: The Birks in the Lake District.
The Birks is owned by Friends of Grove School, an independent charity that works closely with the school for the benefit of its students. With this special connection in mind, each of our houses has been named after features surrounding The Birks:
🔵 Duddon House - named after the River Duddon and Duddon Valley
🔴 Harter House - named after Harter Fell
🟢 Hardknott House - named after Hardknott Pass and Forest
🟡 Seathwaite House - named after the settlement of Seathwaite
Students and staff have now discovered which house they belong to, and our first House Assemblies are taking place this week. The competition has already begun, with houses earning points through attendance and positive behaviour.
Later this month, we will host our very first House event: Tug of War! Students from every year group will battle it out for house glory before the event concludes with what will undoubtedly be a highly competitive Staff Tug of War Championship.
We know our enthusiastic students will bring plenty of energy, noise and house pride as they cheer on their teams!
House competitions will take place throughout the year and will include a wide variety of activities, ensuring every student has the opportunity to represent their house in something that interests them and play their part in the race to become House Champions.
Please join us in wishing all of our students the very best of luck as they begin their House journey.
Let the House competitions begin! ...
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"As a parent, one of the questions that’s always been at the back of my mind is, what if my child struggles when they move into secondary school? 💛
Watching this short animation really reassured me. Across The Marches Academy Trust, there is a strong, joined‑up support system in place to help every child feel safe, supported and able to succeed.
From the support built into everyday mainstream lessons, through to more personalised help and full interventions when needed, children are never left to struggle alone. The Learning for Life framework means staff know our children well and can put the right support in place at the right time.
It’s comforting to know that whether a child needs a little extra help, targeted support, or more specialist intervention, there is a clear pathway and a team around them every step of the way 🌱
If you’re a parent wondering what support looks like as your child grows and transitions through school, this is well worth a watch."
👉 Watch the animation to find out more and see how every child is supported to thrive.
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📢 Uniform Order Update
We have been made aware of delays affecting some uniform orders from School Shop Direct.
Students who are still waiting for their uniform items may attend school wearing their school shirt and tie only (without a blazer or jumper) for the first few weeks until their order arrives.
If your child is affected, please send them in with a note from a parent/carer confirming that their uniform order is still outstanding.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and will continue to liaise with School Shop Direct to ensure orders are fulfilled as quickly as possible.
✅ Reminder: All footwear should be completely black, and hooded tops are not permitted as part of the school uniform.
Thank you for your understanding and support. 🎓 ...
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📚 Back to School Reminder – September 2026
We are looking forward to welcoming students back to Team Grove this week
Tuesday 1 September
🔹 PD Day (School closed to students)
Wednesday 2 September
🔹 Year 7 and Year 12 students return
Thursday 3 September
🔹 Years 8, 9, 10, 11 and 13 students return
⏰ New School Day Timings from September 2026
Monday to Thursday
Start: 8:50am
Finish: 3:35pm
Friday
Start: 8:50am
Finish: 2:20pm
Please ensure students arrive in plenty of time for registration and come prepared for the start of the new academic year.
We look forward to seeing everyone back at school! ...
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Why Choose Open6?
More subjects. More opportunities. More independence.
In this video, Nicola explains why Open6 offers the best of both worlds - the support of a school Sixth Form combined with the opportunities and flexibility of a much larger network.
Discover how Open6 helps students take their next step with confidence.
Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk.
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Team Grove Celebrates Student Success, Resilience and Personal Achievement
The Grove School is celebrating the achievements of its Class of 2026, with students across the school demonstrating determination, resilience and significant personal progress in this year's GCSE and vocational examination results.
As with all grades there is a story of personal triumph and resilience behind each success. Students worked incredibly hard and have achieved their successes through their own commitment.
Headteacher Mitch Allsopp said:
"Today is about celebrating our students and recognising the effort that sits behind every grade achieved. Whether students have exceeded expectations, achieved their target grades or overcome personal challenges simply to reach the examination hall, every success deserves recognition. We are really proud of every student and all that they have achieved.
Whether you are remining with us into 6form or moving on to a new challenge, thank you for being a brilliant part of Team Grove
on behalf of all of the team, we wish you all the best in your future."
The Grove School is transforming, if you would like to see the changes please visit our website groveschoolmarketdrayton.co.uk or visit our open evening on Tuesday 22nd September from 4:30pm-7:30pm.
Congratulations, Team Grove! ...
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Student Story: Accessing more subject choices through Open6
Before Open6, some subjects simply weren't available at every Sixth Form.
Hear how Open6 enabled one student to study Further Maths while remaining at the Sixth Form they already knew and felt supported at.
Discover how Open6 creates more opportunities without compromising support and community.
Find your Sixth Form and discover more at www.open6.co.uk
#Open6 #StudentStory #FurtherMaths #SixthForm #SixthFormBuiltAroundYou #MarchesAcademyTrust ...
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