About Us

Welcome from the Headteacher

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Alde Valley Academy – a vibrant, caring and ambitious community where every young person is valued, supported and inspired to achieve their potential.

As proud members of the Kingfisher Schools Trust, we are rooted in the belief that we achieve more when we work together. Our shared commitment to Opportunity, Community and Excellence underpins everything we do, ensuring that every student is given the support, encouragement and challenge they need to thrive.

At Alde Valley Academy, our values are at the heart of school life:

Aspire and Achieve

We encourage every student to aim high, embrace opportunities and develop the confidence, resilience and determination needed to achieve success.

Lead with Kindness

We foster a culture of respect, compassion and inclusion, where kindness shapes our relationships and every member of our community feels valued and supported.

Stronger Together

We believe in the power of collaboration and community. By working together with students, families, staff and our wider partners, we create an environment where everyone can flourish.

Our school is a place where young people are encouraged to be curious, take risks in their learning and develop the skills they need for a successful future. Through expert teaching, strong relationships and an inclusive culture, we help our students grow in confidence, independence and character.

Alde Valley Academy continues to evolve and strengthen, with an exciting period of growth and development ahead. Over the coming years, we will continue to invest in opportunities that enrich the educational experience of our students while strengthening our role within the local community.

We are also proud of our partnerships beyond the school gates, including our work with community organisations and employers such as Sizewell C, helping to broaden horizons, inspire ambition and create meaningful opportunities for our young people.

Whether you are visiting us for the first time or are already part of our community, I hope you will experience the warmth, ambition and sense of belonging that make Alde Valley Academy such a special place. We are incredibly proud of our students—their achievements, their character and their commitment to living our values every day—and we look forward to working with you to support their continued success.

Welcome to Alde Valley Academy.

Aspire and Achieve. Lead with Kindness. Stronger Together.

Ms Lucie Hernandez