Dear Parents and Carers

This half-term has continued to be a whirlwind of exciting activities and fantastic learning here at Delce Primary!

First up, a huge congratulations to our Year 6 who recently enjoyed a trip to London's West End to see the smash-hit musical, "Wicked." From the dazzling costumes to the powerful vocals, I hear the show was an absolute delight. Witnessing live theatre is such a valuable experience, and it's wonderful to see the children buzzing with inspiration!

Speaking of creativity, our Clay Club has been hard at work transforming lumps of clay into beautiful sculptures. Their talent continues to amaze me, and I can't wait to see their latest masterpieces.

Meanwhile, within the classrooms, some incredible learning experiences have been unfolding. From engaging science experiments to captivating storytelling sessions, our teachers are fostering a love of learning that inspires and challenges our young minds.

Don't forget to mark your calendars for Sports Day, which is just around the corner! This is a fantastic opportunity to cheer on our enthusiastic athletes, celebrate school spirit, and enjoy a fun-filled day together.

Speaking of fun, a big thank you to the Friends of Delce for treating us all to some delicious Frosty Friday delights! Those icy treats were a delightful way to cool down on a hot day.

As always, I'm incredibly proud of everything our fantastic pupils and staff are achieving at Delce Primary.

Enjoy your weekend!

At Delce We Do Belong!

Worried About A Child?

If you are worried about a child's safety, please come and speak to a DSL in school; our door is always open!

Please know you can also refer by considering the following options:

- You can contact Medway Social Care at 01634 334466, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. 

- For situations outside of these hours, please call Medway Social Care on 03000 419 191. 

- For non-emergency situations, you can call the police on 101.

- If a child is in immediate danger, do not hesitate to call 999.

Year 6 transition day - Medway

This is a friendly reminder to mark your calendars for the upcoming Y6 transition day in Medway. The event will be held on Thursday 4th July and it is a fantastic opportunity for your child to experience their new secondary school environment.

We understand transitioning to a new school can be exciting and perhaps a little nerve-wracking for both children and parents. The transition day aims to ease this process by allowing your child to:

• Familiarise themselves with the school building and layout 

• Meet their new teachers and classmates 

• Participate in engaging activities to get a feel for the school atmosphere 

• Continue their learning program at our school 

Important Note:

If your child has not yet been allocated a place at their chosen secondary school, they are still expected to attend Delce on July 4th. We will have a separate program for these children to ensure a smooth continuation of their learning.

Mr. Palmer's Parent Drop Ins 

Each week Mr. Palmer will be available 9am-10am every Friday in 15 minute slots to discuss any concerns.

If you would like one of the 15 Minute Slots to discuss something, please use the QR code below to access the booking system. 

Summer Term Foodie News

Chartwells - our school meal provider – has launched their new Summer menu, filled with crowd-pleasing classics and fresh, seasonal flavours.

See the new menu below or visit the school website.

There is plenty of foodie fun planned for the summer term with themed menus such, Mexican themed Fiesta Fun in May and celebrating National Picnic Week in June.

All theme menus can be found here.

Complaints procedures

At Delce, we aim to meet our statutory obligations when responding to complaints from our parents. Parents should follow our Complaints Policy that explains the procedures that should be followed. 

Stage 1: Informal 

The complainant should raise the complaint as soon as possible with the relevant member of staff or the headteacher as appropriate, either in person or by letter, telephone or email. If the complainant is unclear who to contact or how to contact them, they should contact the school office.

If the complaint is not resolved informally, it will be escalated to a Stage 2 formal complaint. The school will maintain a log of informal complaints and review this on a termly basis.

Stage 2: Formal 

If the issue cannot be resolved through informal action the complainant should inform the headteacher in writing. This letter will be acknowledged within three working days. Formal complaints must be reported the local governing body. The local governing body must then be kept informed about progress and outcomes. This letter should provide details such as relevant dates, times, and the names of witnesses of events, alongside copies of any relevant documents. The complainant should also state what they feel would resolve the complaint. 

For more details visit our website.