12th June 2026
As we prepare for the autumn term, please read this short reminder about our uniform expectations. Clear, consistent uniform helps pupils feel part of our community, supports positive behaviour and keeps the focus on learning. Please use this to guide any purchases for September 2026. https://www.graftonprimary.co.uk/uniform
Bags: From September 2026 we will only accept the official school book bag for daily use. Please do not buy new rucksacks, large fashion bags or tote bags — these will not be accepted in school from the start of term. The book bag is designed to fit reading books and homework and to fit safely into cloakroom/storage areas.
I want to take the opportunity to thank all our Year 4 staff and pupils for all their efforts during the multiplication check tests and Year 1/2 staff and pupils for their focus on phonics for the phonics check in the last week. Thank you parents for supporting these key assessment events.
Have a lovely weekend!
Early School Closure
Wednesday 17 June
To allow staff time to set up for our Summer Fair on Wednesday 17 June, the school will close slightly earlier than usual. Please make arrangements to collect your child(ren) at the times below:
KS2 (Years 3–6) and EYFS (Reception & Nursery): 2:00 pm
KS1 (Years 1–2) and The Ark: 2:10 pm
Thank you for your support and cooperation. We look forward to welcoming you to our Summer Fair!
🎪 Summer Fair Wristbands – On Sale Now!
Please complete the relevant form to book your child's inflatable wristband for the Summer Fair on Wednesday, 17th June 2026, 3.30 -5.30 pm.
Year 3-6 https://forms.gle/nT5pt4iQvB7xUgHC6
Nursery to Year 2 https://forms.gle/Fm72Zssy672bGFxq8
Pricing
🎟️ 1 x wristband = £5.00
🎟️🎟️ 2 x wristbands = £10.00
🎟️🎟️🎟️ 3 x wristbands = £15.00
Please remember to go to your Arbor App to pay for your wristbands. Only wristbands that are paid for can be secured.
Overall Winner - 2 Clyde- 99.67%👏
EYFS
1st place - Daffodils - 98.52%
2nd place - PM Nursery- 98.1%
Year 1 and 2
1st place - 2 Clyde- 99.67%
2nd place - 1 Hedgehog- 98.67%
Year 3 and 4
1st place - 3 Morpurgo- 98.67%
2nd place - 3 Zephaniah - 98.06%
Year 5 and 6
1st place - 6 Banksy - 97.14%
2nd place - 5 Packham- 97.1%
A huge thank you to everyone who supported our Soccer Aid collection. We are delighted to announce that together we raised a fantastic £220.50!
Your generosity and kindness will help make a real difference, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who donated and took part.
Thank you for helping us support Soccer Aid and the amazing work it funds. Every contribution counts, and this wonderful total shows what can be achieved when our community comes together.
Nursery Teddy Bear's Picnic
Monday 29th June
This year, instead of holding a traditional sports day, we are excited to invite you to a Teddy Bears’ Picnic with your child on Monday 29th June
Session Times:
AM 10:00am – 11:20am
PM & FT 1:40pm – 3:10pm
We would love you to come and spend a relaxed, special time with your child where you can:
🐻 Bring your child’s favourite teddy bear
🧺 Sit together on the grass and enjoy a picnic
🍓 Take part in our Jam Sandwich Making Station
Parents and children will have the opportunity to make a simple jam sandwich together. Children can help spread the jam and cut the sandwich.
Sit with your child and their friends and enjoy your jam sandwich and picnic snacks together.
This hands-on activity supports independence, fine motor skills, and most importantly, gives you a lovely shared experience with your child.
We will have fun bear-themed activities for you to complete with your child once you have prepared your sandwiches.
We look forward to seeing you there!
National Thank a Teacher Day
Wednesday 17th June
National Thank a Teacher Day is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the dedication, care and hard work of the teachers and support staff who make a difference to children's lives every day.
We would like to invite parents, carers and pupils to join in the celebrations by sending a free personalised thank-you message to a member of staff who has had a positive impact on their learning, wellbeing or school experience.
The Thank a Teacher campaign is open to all school staff, including
👩🏫 Teachers
📚 Teaching Assistants
🍽️ Lunchtime Supervisors
💼 Office Staff
🔧 Caretakers
🧹 Cleaners
🤝 And all other support colleagues
To send your message, please visit:
A simple thank you can mean a great deal and is a wonderful way to show appreciation for the staff who support, inspire and encourage our children every day.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible work of our school community.
Monday 15th June
📚 Y5/6 British Library visit (Refugee Week) (small group)
Tuesday 16th June
🏛️ Y4 visit to Valence House Museum (Ali & Simmonds classes)
Wednesday 17th June
🏛️ Y4 visit to Valence House Museum (Farah & Worthington classes)
🎪 Summer Fayre (early finish times) 3.30-5.30 pm
Friday 19th June
🍽️ Special Lunch Menu - Summer Solstice
Monday 22nd June
🎵Y5 Music Concert for parents/carers (Bonnin & Packham)
🏛️Y6 British Museum visit (Banksy class)
Tuesday 23rd June
🌿Y5 Thriftwood Trip (Packham & Craig classes)
Wednesday 24th June
🎶Y5 Music Concert for parents/carers (Attenborough & Craig)
Thursday 25th June
🦁Nursery visit to Jolly Jungle
🏛️Y6 visit to British Museum (Kapoor class)
Friday 26th June
🏛️Y6 visit to British Museum (Turner Class)
Monday 29th June
🌳Y5 Thriftwood Trip (Bonnin & Attenborough classes)
Tuesday 30th June
🏅 KS2 Sports' Day
Y5/6 from 9.30 am Valence Park
Y3/4 from 1.30 pm Valence Park
Wednesday 1st July
🏅 Reception Sports' Day - Garden
Thistle class 9-9.30 am
Rose 9.40-10.10 am
Daffodil 10.20 -10.50 am
Shamrock 11-11.30 am
Friday 3rd July
🏅 KS1 Sports' Day
Y1 9.30 am school playground
Y2 1.45 pm School playground
Monday 6th July
🏛️ Y6 visit to British Museum (Hadid Class)
👨👩👧👦 New Reception Daffodil/Shamrock parents tour/chat 6⋅3:30 – 4:00pm
Tuesday 7th July
Y2 Titanic Day
👨👩👧👦 New Reception Thistle & Rose class parent tour and meet
Wednesday 8th July
🎭 Y6 Performance for parents/carers (2 classes) 9:00 – 10:00am
Thursday 9th July
🎭 Y6 Performance for parents/carers (2 classes) 2:15 – 3:15pm
Friday 10th July
🎸 Rock Steady Concerts
🌈 Reception Summer Festival
Monday 13th July
🎤 Grafton's Got Talent
Tuesday14th July
🎪 Y6 Graftonbury festival
Wednesday 15th July
🌟 Celebration Evening
Thursday 16th July
👩🏫 Head Teacher Forum 9:00 – 9:45am
🎓Nursery Graduation
AM 10:15am
PM & FT 2:15pm
Friday 17th July
🏫 School closes for children 12:30pm
Monday 20th July - Tuesday 1st September
🌈Summer Holidays - School closed to Children
Wednesday 2nd September
📚Children return to school