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A team of young eco warriors at Frome Vale Academy are taking big steps to address food waste within the academy. This passionate group of pupils have set an ambitious target to significantly reduce the amount of food wasted across the school. The eco warriors are leading

Pupils at Frome Vale Academy were recently treated to an inspiring Aspirations Day, where they had the unique opportunity to engage with professionals from a diverse range of careers. The event featured visits from an aeroplane engineer, a brain surgeon, a farmer, a freight rail representative, and

Pupils at Frome Vale Academy enjoyed an energetic and inspiring morning with the Gymrun team as they participated in exciting fitness activities while proudly showing off their brand-new team kit. The Gymrun program is a leading initiative focused on improving fitness and physical literacy among young people

Pupils at Frome Vale Academy (FVA) embraced a day of fun and fundraising by attending school dressed in spots and stripes to support the BBC Children In Need appeal. The special event saw pupils participating in various activities aimed at raising both awareness and funds for this

On Remembrance Day, all staff and students at Frome Vale Academy observed a solemn two-minute silence to honour and reflect upon the sacrifices made by those who have given their lives in conflicts. The entire ceremony was thoughtfully led by Year 6 pupils, who took the responsibility

  Pupils at Bristol’s Frome Vale Academy are enjoying some unique lessons in responsibility and entrepreneurship by running their own school shop. Frome Vesco is a wholly student-operated convenience store. Designed and named by the school’s talented pupils, Frome Vesco is now open for business, offering a

Forget the Pound or the Euro – one school in Fishponds has issued its very own currency. Pupils at Frome Vale Academy (FVA) can now spend Penguin Pounds – school money designed by Year 5 teacher Ross Fossard and featuring the academy mascot. SKY Kids TV sent a film crew

Staff and pupils at Frome Vale Academy in Bristol really got into the spirit of the magical World Book Day. World Book Day provides a fantastic opportunity for pupils to focus on reading for pleasure, supporting children’s autonomy in book choice, and embedding a habit of reading that brings a

Forget the Pound or the Euro – one school in Fishponds has issued its very own currency. Pupils at Frome Vale Academy (FVA) can now spend Penguin Pounds. BBC Points West sent reporter Jules Hyham along to find out more.

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