Archive Monthly Archives: September 2019
School Games Gold Award Honour for VEC
Many congratulations to Head of PE Simon Higgins and our brilliant PE team on being awarded the School Games Gold Award for the second successive year. The award recognises our strong commitment to sport across all age ranges and abilities and out into the wider community. Simon also picked up an Inclusive Sport Award from […]
Read moreNational Boccia Day 2019
It was National Boccia Day on Friday and to celebrate we held impromptu drop-in matches and a lunchtime Boccia session. Boccia plays an integral part in our student’s P.E. provision and is an excellent sport for inclusion, skill and healthy competition. Victoria competes regularly in tournaments with many past successes. The school also plays host […]
Read moreRaceRunners on National Fitness Day
As part of National Fitness Day, yesterday afternoon we welcomed Graham Bussell from Crest 88 who showcased a range of RaceRunning bikes and frames. For those that may not be familiar with RaceRunning, it’s an athletic discipline and Paralympic sport for disabled athletes or ‘racerunners’. Athletes use a running bike which is a three-wheeled frame […]
Read moreNational Fitness Day 2019
Despite the gloomy weather outside the whole school gathered in the sports hall for an uplifting physical activity session to get National fitness day off to a great start. We are joining schools up and down the country in getting active and highlighting the importance of fitness in helping us lead healthier and active lifestyles. […]
Read moreNational Fitness Day 2019
It’s National Fitness Day tomorrow and we are holding a well-being welcome session in the morning where the whole school will start the day with some invigorating fresh air and exercise. If the weather is still poor, we will be meeting in the sports hall. We will also be posting some useful resources to help […]
Read moreJeans for Genes Day 2019
Victoria supported Jeans for Genes Day on Friday, and whether your style is straight, boot cut or regular there were plenty around to see. Students and staff donned denim and donated in support of Genetic Disorders UK who use our donations to transform the lives of children with genetic disorders. Thanks to everyone for their […]
Read moreJeans for Genes Day 2019
Victoria is proud to be supporting Jeans for Genes Day again this year on Friday 20th September. By wearing our Jeans and making a donation we hope to do our part in improving the lives of children with genetic disorders.
Read moreHaircuts by Liam
Following on from last term’s success, Physio Assistant Liam Paice is offering a weekly hair cutting service every Friday afternoon during our LEAP sessions. Booking letters will be sent home to you soon. Liam, who was our official hair stylist at the summer ball, was much in demand so make sure you book early.
Read moreStart of a new school year at VEC…
After two interesting training days for staff, our students return today for the start of the Autumn term. We hope everyone had a fantastic summer break and managed to recharge their batteries for the new term. A huge thanks to all the staff and support services who kept the school running. We return to a […]
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