I am delighted to welcome you to Clyst Vale, a school with a proud tradition of serving its community and putting young people first. Since our foundation, we have been guided by the belief that every child deserves to feel safe, happy, and successful. These simple words, safe, happy, successful, are at the heart of everything we do. Clyst Vale is a truly inclusive school. We celebrate diversity and individuality, and we are committed to ensuring that every student is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive, academically, socially, and personally. Our ethos is shaped by our status as a UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School, and the principles of respect, participation, and learning are woven through our curriculum, our relationships, and our daily life. We are proud of our strong pastoral care and the positive, supportive relationships between staff and students. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to nurture, challenge, and inspire every young person, helping them to develop confidence, resilience, and a sense of responsibility. In addition our House system provides students with a sense of pride, belonging and healthy competition, allowing all of the various talents and skills of our young people to be celebrated.