Weekly update from Mrs Bowe
4 September 2026
It has been lovely to welcome back all of our returning families, and also give a very warm welcome to our new teachers, Miss Wignall and Mrs Elder, and those children who have joined our school community this term.
Our first week back has been so positive! The school building is looking fresh following decorating work over the summer break. Finished in our school colours, these updated spaces have created a bright, welcoming environment that our children can take true pride in and value. We hope to continue making these environment improvements across other areas of the school whenever future opportunities allow.
The children have settled in brilliantly and are already working hard, setting a fantastic standard for the academic year ahead. After-school clubs will officially begin next week, so please check for the letter sent home today.
Our focus Christian value for this term is RESPECT, which is being actively promoted across every aspect of school life. We are encouraging the children to demonstrate respect by caring for our newly decorated spaces, listening attentively to others, and showing kindness both in the classroom and on the playground.
Finally, pupil safety outside the school gates remains our absolute priority, and recent concerns have been raised regarding traffic speed and junction parking. We ask all parents and carers to drive safely, keep village driveways clear, and park considerately during drop-off and pick-up times. On our end, staff will use the designated school car park whenever space and logistics allow so that we optimise our available area.
Please find below key dates for your diary for the week beginning Monday 7th September:
*Tuesday 8th September – Bingo After-School Club
*Wednesday 9th September – PE with Andy for all children
*Wednesday 9th September – Multi-Skills After-School Club
*Thursday 10th September – Craft After-School Club
Other important upcoming dates:
*Monday 28th September – Children’s Nasal Flu Vaccinations
*Wednesday 30th September – Crosscountry at Netherhall School (selected children from years 1-6)
*Tuesday 6th October – Classes 2 & 3 at Science Show, Lillyhall
*Wednesday 7th October –High 5 Netball at Netherhall School–Class 3
*Monday 19th October – PHOTOGRAPHER IN - Individual and family photos
*Friday 23rd October – School closes for half-term
*Monday 2nd November – School reopens
*Wednesday 4th November – Quick Sticks Hockey at Netherhall School – Class 2
*Week beginning Monday 9th November – Parents’ Evenings
*Wednesday 18th November – Boccia and Table-Top Cricket at Netherhall School (selected children from years 3-6)
*Week beginning Monday 23rd November – Scholastic Book Fair in school
*Tuesday 24th November – Live music group performing in school
*Wednesday 25th November –Dodgeball at Netherhall School – Class 1
*Tuesday 8th December – Christmas Plays: EYFS/Class 1 at 9:15am; Classes 2&3 at 6:00pm
*Week beginning Monday 14th December – Christmas Activity Week
*Friday 18th December – School closes for Christmas at 1:30pm
Thank you for your continued support as we begin a new, exciting academic year.
Have a lovely weekend!
Kind regards,
Mrs Bowe