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Bristol Charities

Frome Vale Academy maintains a positive and community-focused partnership with Bristol Charities, centered on enriching local engagement and fostering social responsibility among pupils. Key elements include:

  1. Community Outreach and Events
    The academy collaborates with Bristol Charities to support local initiatives, such as the Vassall Centre Lunch Club. Pupils participate in activities like creating and delivering Christmas cards and reading stories to senior citizens, promoting intergenerational connections and empathy.
  2. Educational and Social Values
    Through this partnership, Frome Vale Academy integrates lessons on compassion, kindness, and civic responsibility into its curriculum. These activities help students understand the importance of giving back to their community and build a sense of belonging beyond the classroom.
  3. Shared Goals
    Both organisations aim to reduce isolation among vulnerable groups, strengthen community ties, and create opportunities for meaningful engagement. The collaboration reflects a commitment to holistic education and community well-being.
  4. Financial Support
    A Family Support worker from Bristol Charities supports Frome Vale Families to address financial challenges.

Bizzy Kidz Club

Holiday Childcare on Site at Frome Vale Academy

We are thrilled to welcome Bizzy Kidz Club to Frome Vale Academy. They are an independent, Ofsted-registered holiday club. The club offers high-quality childcare for children aged 4 to 11 during all school holidays and makes wonderful use of our approximate 9 acres of stunning grounds when the weather allows.

Children must be at least 4 years old and have started Reception to attend.

The club is owned and managed by Stephanie Barter and is run day-to-day by a team of qualified, experienced, and DBS-checked staff. Bizzy Kidz Club is committed to providing a safe, engaging, and fun environment for all children.

The club runs every school holiday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, offering a wide range of activities designed to keep children active, creative, and happy.

Bizzy Kidz Club also offers free places during the spring, summer, and winter holidays through the government-funded Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. (Please note: HAF-funded places are not available during half-term breaks.)

More information can be found HERE

Tiger Martial Arts Club

Tiger Martial Arts at Frome Vale Academy

We are delighted to welcome Tiger Martial Arts to Frome Vale Academy, offering high-quality Freestyle Taekwondo classes for children.

Tiger Martial Arts is a well-established organisation operating across the South West, including Bristol, Bath, and surrounding areas. Their bespoke syllabus blends traditional Taekwondo with elements of kickboxing, karate, and self-defence, all while promoting strong values such as Teamwork, Integrity, Growth, Energy, Respect, and Self-Control – the TIGERS code.

Classes are designed to help children:

  • Build confidence and focus
  • Improve fitness and coordination
  • Learn practical self-defence skills
  • Develop discipline and respect in a fun, structured environment

All instructors are fully qualified, DBS-checked, and committed to creating a safe and supportive space for children to thrive.

Tiger Martial Arts offers a free one-month trial for new students. For more information or to register, visit the website HERE

Scouts

Scouting at Frome Vale Academy – 151st Bristol Fishponds Baptist Scout Group

We are proud to host the 151st Bristol Fishponds Baptist Scout Group here at Frome Vale Academy. As part of the national Scouts movement, this group offers fun, adventure, and valuable life skills to young people in our community.

The group runs three sections on-site during term time:

  • Beavers (ages 6–8) – Wednesdays, 5:50pm to 6:50pm
  • Cubs (ages 8–10½) – Mondays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
  • Scouts (ages 10½–14) – Tuesdays, 7:30pm to 9:00pm

Led by a team of dedicated volunteers, the 151st Bristol Fishponds Baptist Scout Group is part of the Brunel Scout District and provides a welcoming environment where children can learn new skills, make friends, and enjoy a wide range of activities.

For more information or to get involved, visit the website HERE

MF Dance

MF Dance at Frome Vale Academy

We are pleased to host MF Dance here at Frome Vale Academy – a dynamic and engaging dance programme designed to build confidence, improve technique, and develop performance skills in children.

MF Dance classes focus on learning choreography to the beat, mastering set routines, and working towards graded achievements. All sessions are set to upbeat Pop and R&B tracks, creating a fun and energetic atmosphere for children to express themselves through movement.

Classes are led by fully qualified and DBS-checked instructors who are passionate about helping children grow in confidence, coordination, and creativity.

Classes are split into age ranges:

  • Mini Streetz – Ages 3 to 6
  • Junior Streetz – Ages 7 to 11
  • Teen Streetz – 12+

To find out more or to book a free trial, visit the website HERE

Little Kickers

Little Kickers at Frome Vale Academy

We’re pleased to host Little Kickers at Frome Vale Academy, offering fun and engaging football classes for children aged 18 months to 5 years every Sunday morning.

Little Kickers provides a positive introduction to sport through high-quality football coaching in a friendly, pressure-free environment. Their age-specific classes are designed to develop coordination, confidence, and teamwork, all while having fun and learning the fundamentals of the game.

With a focus on learning through play, Little Kickers helps children build essential physical and social skills that will benefit them both on and off the pitch.

To find out more or to book a class, visit the website HERE