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The Week Ahead at Cove

Our latest Newsletter

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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 05 October

Happy World Teacher's Day! Today, we celebrate the teaching profession around the world and recognise the incredible difference teachers make every single day. Here at Cove School, we'd like to say a huge thank you to our wonderful teachers, who work tirelessly to inspire, support and encourage our students - often going above and beyond to help them achieve their best. Thank you for everything you do!

#Cove School 02 October

Our recent Open Mornings have been a great success! It has been a pleasure to welcome so many prospective students and families into our school. We hope you enjoyed seeing Cove in action and meeting our staff and students. Missed our Open Mornings? There's still an opportunity to discover what Cove has to offer. If you would like to arrange a personal tour, please get in touch with us at info@coveschool.uk. We look forward to welcoming you to Cove!

#Cove School 02 October

Overthinking can make a small worry feel huge. It often shows up at bedtime, before school, after a tricky conversation, or when your child is trying to make the “right” choice. The mind goes round and round, looking for certainty that simply is not there. A helpful pause can be as simple as asking: “Do I know this for sure?” “Will this still matter next week?” “Is there one small thing I can do now?” If there is no action to take, it is okay to write the worry down and come back to it later. A walk, a stretch, a few slow breaths, or putting the phone aside can help bring the body out of alarm too. Children do not need perfect answers from us. They need calm reminders that a thought is not always a fact, and that they do not have to solve everything tonight. Visit www.anxietyhelpbox.com for more resources to help with anxiety.

#Cove School 01 October

We are proud to be opening our new Science laboratory soon! A modern, fully equipped laboratory designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and discovery!

#Cove School 28 September

100% ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE! From Monday 5th - Friday 16th October 2026, students with 100% attendance could win some fantastic prizes and 10 House points! Please see poster for full details.

#Cove School 27 September

More from our Open Evening on Thursday: Our Music and Drama departments were busy with excitement. Visitors had the opportunity to see and experience our fantastic facilities and equipment; they were also able to have a go at some of our instruments and watch some of our wonderful and talented performers!

#Cove School 27 September

More from our Open Evening on Thursday: Our PE department were buzzing with activity. Visitors had the opportunity to take part in table tennis, trampolining and a variety of games and sports in our Sports Hall!

#Cove School 26 September

More from our Open Evening on Thursday: Our Science labs were in full swing. Visitors had the opportunity to explore our fantastic facilities and equipment, getting up close with Science action!

#Cove School 25 September

We’re very excited to announce that our first School Production meeting will take place after school on Monday 28th September in Room 12! Come along to be the first to discover what this year’s production will be and find out how you can get involved. Whether you love acting, singing, dancing, performing or helping behind the scenes, we would love to see you there. No previous experience is needed, just enthusiasm! What will this year’s production be...? Come along and find out!

#Cove School 25 September

Thankyou to everyone who visited our open evening last night here at Cove School. It was amazing to see so many people around the school getting an insight into what makes Cove a fantastic school community. We hope to see as many of you at our open mornings starting next week! Places are limited, so please visit our website to book your place today!

#Cove School 24 September

We are very much looking forward to welcoming prospective students and their families to our Open Evening tonight! From 6.00pm to 8.00pm. We have lots of surprises and events happening through the evening, and for the hungry we have samples of food we offer here at Cove School from our wonderful caterers Aspens. We also have slushies to offer and sweets and gifts from our Cove School wagon. There will be lots of exciting activities taking place around the school, including Science experiments, mono printing in Art, musical performances, and the chance to take part in a range of PE activities. Our new Headteacher will also be holding talks at 6.30pm and 7.00pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

#Cove School 24 September

Commando Joe's is having a big impact on our KS3 Students here at Cove School, who are all benefitting from explicit character education. Students across the school have access to their tailor made mentoring in line with their RESPECT framework. Please watch the following video for more information about Commando Joe's mission:

#Cove School 23 September

We are looking forward to welcoming prospective students and their families to our Open Evening on Thursday from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore our school, meet our staff and students, discover our facilities, and learn more about life at Cove School. There will be lots of exciting activities taking place around the school, including Science experiments, mono printing in Art, musical performances, and the chance to take part in a range of PE activities. Our new Headteacher will also be holding talks at 6.30pm and 7.00pm. There is no need to book to attend the Open Evening. Our Open Morning tours will take place from Monday 28th September to Friday 2nd October, between 9.00am and 10.30am. Places are limited, so please visit our website to book your place today!

#Cove School 22 September

COVE SCHOOL WARHAMMER CLUB! ⚔️ Is your child interested in Warhammer? Whether a complete beginner or already a seasoned player, everyone is welcome to our lunchtime club held every Wednesday at Cove School. Come along to paint, build, learn, play games, and meet other students who also enjoy Warhammer. All students welcome!

#Cove School 22 September

HOW TO COPE WHEN YOUR CHILD CAN'T Wed 30th September 2026 - Basingstoke This one-day event is being offered by NHS Hampshire and Adolescent Mental Health Services. Focusing on parents/carers and understanding their own needs and learning strategies to look after themselves as they support a young person with their own mental health needs. For further information and to book a place visit: http://hampshirecamhs.nhs.uk/events/

#Cove School 21 September

Extra-Curricular Clubs and Activities at Cove School! Cove School offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities designed to help students develop their interests, discover new talents and build confidence outside of their normal lessons. The activities provide opportunities for students to: - Develop new skills and explore interests beyond the classroom. - Build confidence and independence through participation in activities and clubs. - Work collaboratively with other students and develop communication and teamwork skills. - Improve physical health and wellbeing through sporting and active opportunities. - Develop creativity through arts, music, drama and other creative activities. - Explore academic interests through subject-related clubs and enrichment activities. - Make new friends and become more involved in the wider school community. We offer a mixture of sporting, creative, academic, social and enrichment activities, giving students opportunities to take part in activities that match their interests as well as encouraging them to try something completely new. Please see the following Extra-Curricular Clubs and Activities we are holding at Cove School! You can find updates and further details on our website: https://www.coveschool.uk/our-learning/extra-curricular

#Cove School 21 September

We are delighted to announce that Forces Friday will be starting back up on Friday 25th September at Cove School. Sessions will take place every Friday, on Week B, during morning Registration in the Library and are open to all service children in Years 7–11. We look forward to seeing some new faces and welcoming everyone back!

#Cove School 18 September

Yesterday we were delighted to welcome Joe Rowntree from 'Talk the Talk', a charity dedicated to developing young people’s oracy skills. Our Year 8 and 9 students took part in engaging workshops, with students speaking brilliantly about their partners in front of their peers and developing their confidence and presentation skills. After school, staff also took part in a session exploring how we can develop oracy in our teaching, encourage more students to speak in lessons and increase active participation. Oracy is an essential life skill, helping students to express ideas clearly, listen to others, build confidence and prepare for life beyond school. A huge thank you to Joe and Talk the Talk for an inspiring day!"