MPPS Newsletter

World Book Day 5th March 2026

We enjoyed a brilliant World Book Day this year, with pupils arriving in an incredible range of costumes that showed just how much they love their favourite stories and characters. It was wonderful to see the excitement around reading, from sharing books with friends to taking part in our Sponsored Readathon. Thank you to all our families for your fantastic support, whether that was helping with costumes, encouraging reading at home, or gathering sponsors to help us raise money for new books for the school. Please remember to return sponsor forms by Tuesday 10th March. Happy reading, everyone! 

Managing Medication in School

In line with our Managing Medicines Policy, the school cannot give pupils any non–life‑saving medication. These medicines must be given by parents or carers at home, alternatively you can contact the school office to arrange a time to come in and give the medication yourself.

For safeguarding reasons, no medication should be put in a pupil’s bag or lunchbox.

Any prescribed long term life-saving medication must be handed straight to the school office by an adult, along with the consent and medical information forms and signed off by the Headteacher. 

We ask all parents who have children with asthma to make sure their child has an in date inhaler in school.

Thank you for helping us keep all pupils safe.

Important Reminder regarding 'No Nuts in School'

We kindly remind all parents and carers that our school is a nut-free zone. This means that nuts and nut-based products must not be brought in snacks or packed lunches. Several of our students have severe nut allergies, and even trace amounts can trigger life-threatening reactions. These allergies are not just uncomfortable, they can be extremely dangerous, requiring immediate medical attention. By keeping nuts out of school, we’re helping to create a safe and inclusive environment for every child. Thank you for your continued support and vigilance in protecting our students’ health. 

The School Essentials Grant

The school essentials grant, funded by the Welsh Government funds free school meals and equipment for children with families on low incomes. All primary school pupils in Newport receive free school meals through the Universal Free School meals. 

If your child is in primary school and receiving universal free school meals and you have a low household income (click on the link to see if you are eligible https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/school-meals/free-school-meals ), you should still complete an application form for free school meals.

You may be entitled to further support and your school may also receive additional funding. To receive the school essentials grant support, you have to apply. https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/educational-grants 

The grant can help fund:

• school uniform (including coats and shoes)

• school sports kit

• uniform for activities such as, scouts; guides; cadets; sports; performing arts

• school equipment (school bags and stationery)

• laptops or tablets

• equipment for out of school trips such as outdoor learning (waterproofs)

If you require any further information please contact freeschoolmeals@newport.gov.uk