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The Old Vicarage School is a family-run, independent day school. Both boys and girls aged 3 – 11 years of age can register and attend. We also welcome children into our Nursery class from age 3. Located in the beautiful suburb of Darley Abbey, the Old Vicarage School site is safe, secure and has both multi use sports areas and it’s own woodland. There is something very special about our small school.
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Posted: 07 July 2026
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Our penultimate Achievement Assembly of the academic year was a wonderful opportunity to come together in the garden and celebrate the many successes of our pupils. 🌿☀️
The assembly recognised a wide range of achievements, including sporting success, swimming and club awards, Star Baker recognition, Times Tables and Geography badges, reading milestones, Pen Licences, Star of the Week certificates and the announcement of our new House Captains.
A special mention goes to all of our Year 5 pupils who put themselves forward to become House Captains. We are incredibly proud of every one of them for showing courage, confidence and leadership by standing for the role. Congratulations to the four pupils who have been appointed as House Captains for the next academic year—we know you will be fantastic ambassadors for your houses.
We are incredibly proud of the enthusiasm, commitment, perseverance and kindness shown by all of our pupils throughout the week. Congratulations to everyone who was recognised—what a fantastic way to celebrate the achievements of our school community! 🎉👏
Our penultimate Achievement Assembly of the academic year was a wonderful opportunity to come together in the garden and celebrate the many successes of our pupils. 🌿☀️
The assembly recognised a wide range of achievements, including sporting success, swimming and club awards, Star Baker recognition, Times Tables and Geography badges, reading milestones, Pen Licences, Star of the Week certificates and the announcement of our new House Captains.
A special mention goes to all of our Year 5 pupils who put themselves forward to become House Captains. We are incredibly proud of every one of them for showing courage, confidence and leadership by standing for the role. Congratulations to the four pupils who have been appointed as House Captains for the next academic year—we know you will be fantastic ambassadors for your houses.
We are incredibly proud of the enthusiasm, commitment, perseverance and kindness shown by all of our pupils throughout the week. Congratulations to everyone who was recognised—what a fantastic way to celebrate the achievements of our school community! 🎉👏
📈 💼 As part of the OVS Young Enterprise initiative, Year 3 and 4 held a sale this morning of goods they created from a set budget. 📋All items were well received and the children will compare revenue and costs to evaluate which group was the most profitable! 💰
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