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The Week Ahead at Cove

Our latest Newsletter

Local Events and Support information

Cove School Open Evening and Mornings 2026

Welcome to Cove School

We are dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for all students, whilst also supporting them to become mature, self-confident and well-rounded young people. We recognise that words, pictures and statistics will only give you a hint of the warmth, ambition and commitment of Cove and we invite you to see us in action. We are very confident that a visit to the School will justify your interest as we continue to develop as a centre of educational excellence.

Headteacher: Mr David Bibby

#Cove School 10 September

Instrumental Lessons are available to all students here at Cove School! Please contact Mr Futcher for more details.

#Cove School 09 September

Eco Festival 2026 Sunday 13 September - 11am to 4pm West End Centre, Aldershot We're delighted to invite local schools pupils and their families to this year's Eco Festival, a free community event packed with fun, hands-on activities that inspire people of all ages to learn more about sustainability, nature and how small actions can make a positive difference. What's happening on the day? • Interactive shows and workshops: - Junk Jodie storytelling show and craft activities - Poetry workshops with Rushmoor's Junior School Eco Poet, Andrew Smith - exploring themes from Australia and South America - Fairtrade chocolate tasting with the Coop - Cooking up Change – Tips for Plant based cooking • Bring your bike - Free basic bike servicing from BikeStart, including puncture repairs. • Energy Efficency advice, and Solar and heat pump advice service. • Explore local nature and community groups - Children's activities with Wellesley Woodlands. • Waste and recycling - Meet Rushmoor Borough Council's waste and recycling team and the Rushmoor Binfluencers to learn more about reducing waste and recycling correctly. • Sustainable shopping - Browse a variety of locally made and sustainable products from community businesses and organisations. Why share with pupils and families? The Eco Festival provides a fantastic opportunity for children and young people to: • Learn about sustainability in a fun and engaging way. • Explore nature and environmental issues through interactive activities. • Discover practical actions they can take at home and school. • Develop an understanding of Fairtrade, recycling, energy efficiency and sustainable travel. • Connect with local community groups and environmental initiatives. We would be grateful if schools could help us spread the word by sharing the attached flyer with pupils, parents and carers. For more information, visit: http://www.rushmoor.gov.uk/ecofestival

#Cove School 08 September

🇪🇸 Spanish Club starts tomorrow (Wednesday 9th September)! 🇪🇸 This week some of our Extra-Curricular Clubs begin! Tomorrow, we’re excited to launch our Spanish Club, which will run every Wednesday from 3:15pm to 4:00pm. The club is open to all KS3 students who would like to join - and you don’t need to study Spanish to take part! It's a fun and relaxed club focused on exploring Spanish-speaking cultures through different activities such as dancing, singing, arts and crafts, drama, games, and more. Whether students already love Spanish or simply want to try something new, everyone is welcome. 🇪🇸✨ For more information about our Spanish Club and the other Clubs and Events taking place at Cove School, please visit our website. https://www.coveschool.uk/our-learning/extra-curricular

#Cove School 07 September

Streateries Canteen! Our Streateries canteen is open to all students and offers a range of nutritious lunches and snacks every day. Meal deals are also available for just £3.20, with a selection of options included. Please see the following details of the available meal deals and options. For more information, including the latest menu, please visit our website: https://www.coveschool.uk/our-community/school-meals

#Cove School 07 September

Year 11 parents - Please be reminded of our Year 11 Information Evening this Thursday 10th September 6-7pm. No booking required - All year 11 students are encouraged to attend. Please limit to 2 spaces per family.

#Cove School 04 September

We were absolutely delighted to welcome the Cove community back together this week after the summer break! We are especially proud of our new Year 7 students, who have made a fantastic start and embraced the challenge of secondary school. All our students have returned with a positive mindset, demonstrating our values of Care, Character and Academic Excellence. We are also delighted to welcome our new Headteacher, Mr Bibby, who is excited to begin his journey at Cove School. We’re looking forward to an exciting and successful year ahead! 🌟

#Cove School 29 August

We are incredibly proud to be extending our Aspire Programme to all students across Key Stage 3. The Aspire Programme is designed to broaden horizons and raise aspirations.

#Cove School 28 August

After a successful summer term, our Year 10 students have completed their first term of the VESPA Mindset Programme during tutor time. The programme supports students' personal development and wellbeing while equipping them with the skills, habits and mindset they need to thrive academically and achieve their full potential.

#Cove School 27 August

We are incredibly proud to be entering the third year of our Leadership and Fieldcraft Programme. We have fantastic Leadership and Fieldcraft facilities which we are proud of here at Cove School.

#Cove School 24 August

We are delighted to have been awarded the Silver Trauma and Relational Approaches Accreditation by Hampshire County Council.

#Cove School 18 August

Year 6 - We want you! Join Cove School. "Pupils know that their teachers have high expectations of how they should behave in school." Ofsted

#Cove School 17 August

A year to be proud of. A future to look forward to. As another fantastic school year comes to an end, we want to congratulate all of our students on their hard work, determination and achievements.

#Cove School 14 August

GCSE Examination Results Day - Thursday 20th August 2026 We are looking forward to welcoming our Year 11 students to school on Thursday 20th August 2026 to collect their GCSE examination results. Results will be available for collection from 9:30am. Students should enter the school site via the MFL Block gate entrance, where staff will be based outside the Year 7 Zone to distribute results in person.

#Cove School 10 August

As another fantastic school year comes to an end, we want to congratulate all of our students on their hard work, determination and achievements. We hope you have a wonderful summer break, and we can't wait to welcome you back in September for another exciting year at Cove School!

#Cove School 07 August

GCSE Examination Results Day - Thursday 20th August 2026. We are looking forward to welcoming our Year 11 students to school on Thursday 20th August 2026 to collect their GCSE examination results. Results will be available for collection from 9:30am.

#Cove School 04 August

At Cove School, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in a supportive, inclusive and ambitious environment. "Pupils learn about different industries and educational pathways, so that they can make informed choices about their futures." Ofsted "The school prioritises pupils' personal development." Ofsted

#Cove School 03 August

#Cove School 02 August

As you move into Year 10, now is the perfect time to make the most of your summer. Please make sure you have accessed your summer learning which has been placed on the School website.

#Cove School 01 August

Year 10, please remember to access your summer holiday homework on the School website so that you are ready to hit the ground running in Year 11. The work you complete over the summer will give you a strong start to your final year and help you achieve the very best results.

#Cove School 25 July

Congratulations to Wellington House, our End of Term House Cup winners. We are incredibly proud of all our students, however a special shout out to Wellington. Well done, Wellington House!