September 18th 2026

Welcome to 2026/27!

A very warm welcome to all our new children in reception and other year groups, and all our new staff. Everyone is settling in so well, and it's like they have always been here! Visitors to school have commented on how smart the children look in their new uniform.
We've had lots of work done in school over the holidays. Mr Sampford and Miss Edwards have worked extremely hard. Reception and year 1 have new toilets, there is a new gate into the Reception playground, some water damaged ceilings have been replaced, the staffroom has been renovated, we have new safety locks on the main doors, a new history timeline in the main corridor and a giant world map in the dining room, to name a few! There has been a real buzz around school as the children discover each new area.
This week we have had a team of photographers in school to take some new photos for our website and signs around school. They are very conscious of safeguarding the children so have deliberately taken pictures of children from an angle as these are almost impossible to manipulate. The photographers were so impressed by the enthusiasm shown by the children for everything they do.
We have already had children out and about on trips. This week year 6 went to 'Crucial Crew' where they learnt many different ways to keep themselves safe.
Every class has a parents' session planned. These are just a taster of life in a busy classroom - even busier with all the adults around. These are a chance for you to see how your children learn and to understand some of the routines and expectations in their new classrooms. Sometimes children can become a little over awed with so many adults there but rest assured we are there to look after them
We are monitoring the weather and if it continues to be fine, we will continue with summer uniform for another couple of weeks.
Attendance - It is my dream to have a day at school with 100% attendance. Every child in school learning. When children come to school regularly they find everything else easier. Please support your children to be in school and on time. If we have any concerns we will let you know. If your child is going to be out for a medical appointment, please send/show us a copy of letters/messages confirming these times.
The Book Fair is coming! Thursday 24th Sept until Tuesday 29th Sept, straight after school in the dining room (please come to the main front door). There will a lovely selection of books as always.

Isla Grayson

Headteacher, on behalf of the Cranbourne team

Reminders

The school gates open at 8.35 am (8.30 am upper school). School starts promptly at 8:45. That's when children need to be in their classrooms learning.
We have a new First Aid reporting system - Medical Tracker. Look out for emails. Some emails have been going into 'junk / spam' folders. We will continue to also call you if we are concerned about your child and especially if they have a mark from a 'head bump'.
No jewellery should be worn in school. For safety reasons, earrings are not permitted.

Upcoming events

Coming very soon: Meet the Teacher 28th Sept and 1st Oct. Have you booked your slot? These are short meetings about how well your child is settling into their new class and for you to tell us anything you think we need to know. This year there is also a chance to sign up for meetings with Miss Yarwood our Senco. Please contact the office for more details.

Reception reading meeting in on Tuesday 22nd September at 3.30 pm.

Year 1 have their own reading workshop on Thursday 8th October also at 3.30 pm.

Harvest assemblies will be on Thursday 22nd October. Children may bring in a donation (tin, packet etc) which will go towards supporting our local Food Bank.

You've been sent a separate letter with all the dates we've already set.

School calendar

Let's celebrate!

Wednesday 23rd September is the Autumn Equinox, when day and night are the same length.

Yom Kippur begins on Sunday, an important time of reflection for those in the Jewish faith.

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