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04/03/25

Year 6 have been learning about blood and the circulatory system in Science. They made their own blood samples to help them understand its components and what their functions are. pic.twitter.com/B5O7sQCJM9

04/03/25

Year 3 have been working on developing their oracy skills in English. Today, we worked in groups of 4 to write a 4 - verse poem about winter. This links to our class text Ice Palace. pic.twitter.com/vkNa5BsAfO

04/03/25

Huge congratulations to Frank in Year R who received this trophy at the weekend for his achievements in his first ever football session! Well done! pic.twitter.com/4jKgUb7kqK

03/03/25

Year 3 began their Art learning sequence last Friday, where their final piece will be a collage based on the Arctic or Antarctic. They loved looking at the artwork of Frances Hatch! pic.twitter.com/vLDc1bNs18

28/02/25

Another huge thank you to for their very kind donation! Year R have transformed the shop into Grandma's cottage from Little Red Riding Hood. pic.twitter.com/orzfMjFXb9

28/02/25

Year 5 had their first lesson on databases this term. They were able to sort, group and search answers to complete the Alien Quiz. pic.twitter.com/UcHQd2rFZw

28/02/25

Year 5 had their first lesson on Databases this term. They were able to sort, group and search answers to complete the Alien Quiz. pic.twitter.com/IK99vEZ3fj

28/02/25

Today some of our Year 5/6 boys had the opportunity to take part in a training session led by . It was a great learning experience for the boys, who came away full of enthusiasm! pic.twitter.com/AWuhVk3GWQ

27/02/25

Our Year 6 debating team took part in the School's Debate with the Mayor today at the Council Chamber in Kings Hill. They were very brave and all spoke in the debate using a microphone. We are very proud of them all. Politicians in the making! pic.twitter.com/uhA9e7LIuy

12/02/25

If you can help in any way, please do get in touch! pic.twitter.com/mWdY48b7ZR

12/02/25

A huge thank you to for their generous donation. The children are absolutely loving the new addition to the playground, we have great plans to decorate and make it into a shop. We look forward to showing you the finished result! pic.twitter.com/r85ghd8Abr

10/02/25

Elder Class had great fun last week completing work and activities based around Child Mental Health Week. We thought about what helps our mental health and how to express our emotions. pic.twitter.com/gqArZB5C1m

07/02/25

As part of our Mental Health Awareness Week, we have looked at the importance we play in groups. We also recognise that we are all unique and special. pic.twitter.com/FcGrBtljVe

07/02/25

Elm Class have really enjoyed their print making afternoon. It has been great to learn about the pressure that is needed to create a mark on the tiles. pic.twitter.com/yfAg2ZM5dE

07/02/25

Year 5 were thrilled to receive a signed photograph from Tim Peake. We certainly loved learning about him. pic.twitter.com/PzHV3dtuPK

07/02/25

Number Day in KS1 at Aylesford has been the most amazing celebration of maths and fun! Year 2 can’t wait to try out their TT Rockstars logins for their times tables at home pic.twitter.com/RYMvAHfcUd

07/02/25

Number day raising money for pic.twitter.com/resUX3icU0

07/02/25

Some of the amazing outfits seen today pic.twitter.com/RfmC5c0Re0

07/02/25

Sycamore Class have loved making a class memory box for Children’s Mental Health Week. We are looking forward to adding our memories and feelings all year. pic.twitter.com/Ns3TND5AVM

07/02/25

Thank you so much to the parents for supporting our Year 2 showcase session. We are looking forward to seeing how quickly they can grow and care for a healthy plant! pic.twitter.com/rFGdR9woZJ

07/02/25

Congratulations to the four Year 5 and 6 children who took part in the Invicta Primary STEM Challenge. It was a fantastic event, they had an amazing time and we comfortably beat 10 other schools to first place! pic.twitter.com/e1DE1d6NaW

05/02/25

REMINDER: Number day is this Friday (7th February). We can not wait to see your number and rockstar outfits! Please remember to donate £1 using the link below. https://www.just https://t.co/CiNMJPi1Zn pic.twitter.com/AoDsNlm3Nq

03/02/25

Year 5 have loved learning about the history of space exploration this term. This week we have learned all about and his life onboard the ISS. pic.twitter.com/VuACgjX5vK

29/01/25

Our street art designs are showing great progress! Year 2 have used a huge range of skills to cut out and print their stencils. pic.twitter.com/m5cnzAGeOB

24/01/25

Well done to Olivia in Sycamore class who was very proud after she won this medal for her amazing serving at her local tennis club! Keep up your hard work. pic.twitter.com/Buw3d6UzzT

Admissions Arrangements

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford has a published admission number (PAN) of 60 pupils, admitted into the Reception Class. Applications for places will be made in accordance with Kent Local Authority's co-ordinated admission arrangements and will be made on the Primary Common Application Form (PCAF), provided and administered by the Kent Local Authority.

Please click this link for the Kent County Council Primary School Admissions information 2025.

For further information regarding the schools admission process please contact the school office.

Appeal Dates and Information

If you have not been offered a place, the law entitles you to appeal against that decision to an Independent Appeal Panel. The panel is completely independent of the school and the Local Authority. All appeals will be heard online, which has the advantage that your appeal can be heard from your home or place of work.

If you wish to appeal for a place in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2, please use this link to complete your appeal online.

If you wish to appeal for a place in Years 3–6 please use this link to complete your appeal online.

Please do NOT use ANY other appeal form or send your form to your local authority. It is suggested that you download the explanatory booklet about appeals which you should read before you complete the appeal form. Those applying for a place in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 are advised to read the section in the appeal’s booklet which refer to Reception, Year 1 and Year 2.

Booklet Link  

If you are appealing for a place in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2, you are advised to read the section in the booklet which refers to appeals for these years.

You should include any evidence or supporting material with your appeal form and you MUST give the grounds for your appeal at the time you lodge your appeal form. Your appeal form will not be accepted unless you state the grounds for your appeal. You may appeal for more than one school.

Please note that the online form will ask you to download two utility bills dated in the last THREE months. If you do not have access to a scanner, please take two photographs with a mobile phone and upload the photographic files.

Full details about the hearing will be sent to you with your invitation to the hearing.

If you wish to contact the clerk, email: clerk@educationappeals.com

The timetable for appeals is as follows: 

Last day for lodging appeal forms for a place in RECEPTION to start in September 2025

4pm on Monday 19 May 2025 to guarantee that your appeal will be heard in the first tranche of appeals. Appeals lodged later may not be heard until the second tranche which could be in September 2025.  You MUST state the reasons for your appeal and supply any documentary evidence at this stage.

The stage 1 part of the hearing (with other parents present) will take place on

Wednesday 2 July 2025, time to be advised on letter of invitation.

Part 2, the individual private hearings, will take place on

Wednesday 2 July 2025, time to be advised on letter of invitation.

Invitation letter giving details about your hearing will be sent by the clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel

At least 10 school days before the stage 1 hearing.

Any additional supporting evidence

Wednesday 25 June 2025. You are advised that additional paperwork received on the day of the appeal hearing will not be taken into account. Please email any ADDITIONAL paperwork to clerk@educationappeals.com before the deadline.

Letter from the clerk informing you of the decision of the Independent Appeal Panel

Due to the high number of appeals held at this time, this may not be sent until up to 10 school days after the last hearing for the school.

Timetable for appeals for mid-term applications is as follows:

Last day for lodging appeal forms following a refusal for a place in-year or mid-term

You must lodge the appeal form within 20 school days upon receipt of your letter of refusal. You MUST state the reasons for your appeal and supply documentary evidence at this stage. Appeals are held within 30 school days of receipt of the appeal form.

The timetable for in-year appeals

Last day for lodging appeal forms

20 school days after the decision letter informing you that you have not been offered a place.

Invitation letter giving details about your hearing will be sent by the Clerk to the Independent Appeal Panel

At least 10 school days before the hearing. This MAY be emailed.

All in-year appeals will be heard within 30 school days of the appeal form being lodged.

Closing date for any additional supporting evidence

Five working days before your hearing. You are advised that additional paperwork received on the day of the appeal hearing will not be taken into account. Please email to clerk@educationappeals.com 

Please note that slightly different rules will apply for any primary transfer appeals into Reception.

Letter from the clerk informing you of the decision of the Independent Appeal Panel

Due to the high number of appeals, an email is sent a few working days after your hearing with the decision of the panel. This is followed up around 10 working days later with a letter outlining the panel's reasons.