Manor Park Primary Academy

Learning, Excellence and Opportunity

Manor Park Primary Academy School has a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. This responsibility necessitates a child protection policy and procedures which are available to view on the website, or a copy can be requested from the School Office. Our designated Child Protection Officers are Ms. Thomas and Ms. Laing. Information may need to be shared with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s welfare. Manor Park Primary Academy is committed to gender, racial, religion and disability equality in every part of school life. 

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I am delighted to share some wonderful news with our school community. This week, we received a formal letter of congratulations from Bridget Phillipson, the Secretary of State for Education, recognising the "excellent outcomes" our pupils achieved in the 2024/25 academic year.

National Recognition

The Department for Education has identified Manor Park Primary Academy as being among the very best schools in the country for the progress and achievement of our pupils.

In her letter, the Secretary of State highlighted:

• Academic Excellence: Our performance places us in the top tier of schools nationally.

• Dedication: The "ambition and commitment" shown by our staff and the "hard work" of our pupils.

• System Leadership: An invitation for Manor Park to lead the way by sharing our best practices with other schools and trusts across the region.

This achievement is a true team effort. It reflects the high expectations we hold for every child and the tireless support you provide at home. While we are incredibly proud to be recognised as a national leader in education, our greatest reward remains seeing our children thrive and gain the opportunities they deserve.

Thank you to our dedicated staff, our hard-working pupils, and our supportive families for making Manor Park such a special place to learn.

Express and Share Assemblies for Years 1 & 3

Year 3 Express and Share Assembly is to be held on Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 09:10am and at 2:00pm.

Year 1 Express and Share Assembly is to be held on Thursday 5th February 2026 at 09:10am and at 2:00pm. 

Following these assemblies, you will then be invited back to the classrooms to support the children with their learning based on their current topic. Siblings are welcome to attend the assembly but unfortunately will not be able to go into the classrooms due to the lack of space. 

As with all of our assemblies and performances, we politely ask parents/carers arrive promptly to prevent disruption to the children’s presentation. When photographing your children in school performances, events and productions, please use small cameras only to ensure that you are not interfering with the view of other parents. Also, when posting photographs of school events on social media e.g. Facebook, please ensure that you are only posting pictures of your child. Parental consent has not been obtained for you to include photographs of other children who may be present in your pictures. 

School Uniform and Appearance 

To maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, we kindly ask all students to adhere to our school uniform policy.

Key Points:

• Neat and Tidy: Students should always look neat and tidy in their school uniform.

• Tucked-in Shirts: Please ensure shirts are tucked in.

• Appropriate Footwear: School shoes must be worn at all times. Trainers are not permitted.

• Hair: Long hair should be tied back.

• Jewellery: Only small, plain studs are allowed. Remove all jewellery for contact sports and swimming.

• No Nail Polish: Please note that nail polish is not permitted.

• Label Everything: To minimize lost property, please label all belongings with your child's name.

We appreciate your support in ensuring your child complies with our uniform policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

By working together, we can maintain a positive and productive learning environment for all.

Equipment Reminder

May we please remind you that children should bring all their equipment into school with them in the morning. 

• Charged Chromebooks should be brought in every day for learning. 

• PE kits should be in school permanently until they are taken home at half term for washing. 

• Swimming kits must be brought in on the allocated swim day.

• Water bottles should be in every day with your child's name.

Pencil cases and other stationery are not required as these are provided by the school. 

As Autumn, and subsequently Winter, approaches the children should always have a coat with them.

Thank you for your co-operation. This will ensure that all children are well prepared for their day and limits the disruption to learning when things come in late and have to be taken to the class.

Cancellation of After-School Clubs  

Please be advised that due to Parents and Teachers’ Meetings scheduled for the week beginning 23rd February, we will have to cancel some of our after-school clubs:

• Monday, 23rd February: Icando Club

• Tuesday, 24th February: Mindfulness Club, Topical Talk Club and Knitting Club, i2Tech Club and Year 6 Booster

• Wednesday, 25th February: Icando Club, Art & DT Club and Year 6 Booster

• Thursday, 26th February: Story & Film Club, Choir, and Year 6 Booster

• Friday, 27th February: Icando Club, Spanish Club

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We understand the importance of these clubs for our students and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you for your cooperation.

2nd Hand School Uniform Sale

Our 2nd hand uniform sale was a success, thanks to all the parents and carers that came to check it out and acquire some awesome uniform bargains. 

We have raised the fantastic amount of £66.20 for our school. 

Many thanks for all the donations we had over the last few weeks and for everyone that came to check our sale.

Appointment through the School Day

We understand that medical and other essential appointments sometimes need to be scheduled during the school day. To minimise disruption to your child's learning and ensure accurate attendance records, we ask that you follow these guidelines:

• Morning Appointments: If your child has a morning appointment, we strongly advise that they attend school first thing in the morning to receive their attendance mark at 8:45 am. This ensures they are marked present for the morning session. After the appointment, please bring your child back to school as soon as possible.

• School Lunch: If your child is returning to school after a morning appointment and requires a school lunch, please inform the school office in advance. This will allow us to make the necessary arrangements.

• Afternoon Appointments: If your child has an afternoon appointment, please collect them from school as late as possible while still ensuring they arrive at their appointment on time. This minimises the amount of learning time missed.

By following these guidelines, we can work together to ensure your child’s attendance record is accurate and that they miss as little learning time as possible. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.

If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact Ms Oliveira at the school office.

This Week in Year 1

• In History, pupils used 'Now Press Play' technology to virtually travel back to 1666, allowing them to experience the events of the Great Fire of London first-hand.  As part of their Writing lessons, pupils used this knowledge to write formal recounts of the Great Fire to King Charles II and investigated why the Monument was built as a permanent memorial. During these sessions,  they identified the key features of a diary and used adverbs of time to sequence the dramatic events of the fire accurately.

• As part of their Mathematics lessons, pupils focused on addition by adding single units, using number bonds to 20, and mastering the doubling of numbers up to 20.

• In Geography, the classes used aerial maps of London to identify and distinguish between various physical and human features of the city.

• During Computing, the pupils discussed the importance of online safety and what it means to be a responsible and respectful digital citizen.

• In Music, the children practiced their composition skills by creating melodies using the 'mi-re-do' notes, inspired by the rhythmic patterns found in football chants.

This Week in Year 2

• During English, pupils enjoyed making "disgusting" jam and cheese sandwiches to help them write clear and accurate sets of instructions.

• In Maths, the children developed their understanding of multiplication and division by working with equal groups. As part of their Maths lessons, pupils also used physical arrays to help them solve complex grouping problems.

• During Science, the classes conducted a fair test using paper bags to discover which material was the strongest. In Science, pupils carefully recorded their observations and data to find the results of their strength experiment.

• As part of their Geography lessons, pupils studied Saltwick Nab to learn about the unique physical features of the coastline in Whitby.

This Week in Year 3

• During English, pupils wrote detailed character descriptions of Razvani and the Emerald Lake Goddess, inspired by our class text, The Firework-Maker’s Daughter. Their descriptions were wonderfully detailed and showed off a range of impressive vocabulary!

• In Geography, the children identified the 'Ring of Fire' and learned why this specific region is home to so many volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis.

• As part of their Art lessons, pupils practised their sculpting skills and used clay to create high-quality models of ammonite fossils.

• During Maths, the classes began a new unit of work focused on the theme of 'Measure', where they developed their accuracy in using different scales.

• In Forest School, pupils worked outdoors to support our local wildlife by successfully making nutritious bird food.

This Week in Year 4

• During English, pupils explored the art of letter writing, focusing on the use of fronted adverbials and formal language to communicate with clarity and professionalism.

• In Maths, the children investigated the perimeter of various shapes; they successfully calculated missing lengths on mirrors and applied their knowledge to complex problem-solving tasks.

• As part of their Science lessons, pupils studied the processes of condensation and evaporation, observing how liquids can transition into both solids and gases.

• In PE, our pupils developed their physical coordination through football, where they worked collaboratively in teams to master the skill of passing the ball. During further PE sessions, the children applied their newfound skills in competitive football matches, demonstrating excellent sportsmanship and teamwork.

• Across all subjects, pupils used their scientific and mathematical vocabulary to explain their findings, ensuring they gained a deep understanding of the states of matter and geometric measurements.

This Week in Year 5

• In English, pupils immersed themselves in our class text, The Girl Who Stole an Elephant. They planned and wrote moving informal letters from the perspective of the protagonist, Chaya, to express her feelings after stealing the Queen’s jewels.

• As part of their Geography lessons, pupils investigated the British landscape. They authored detailed explanation texts regarding agriculture in the UK and the ways in which modern technology is changing the farming industry.

• In Art, pupils explored the visual power of monochrome photography. They acted as photographers to practice composition, while also learning the technical skills needed to create and edit their own black-and-white images.

• During a Science visit to the Natural History Museum, pupils participated in a specialist biodiversity workshop. They acted as scientists by using high-powered microscopes to examine various specimens. While at the museum, the children also gained a practical understanding of delicate ecosystems and the important role they play in supporting our global food sources.

This Week in Year 6

• During Mathematics, the children developed their fluency when multiplying and dividing decimal numbers by whole integers.

• As part of their Art and Design lessons, pupils studied the work of Kenojuak Ashevak, specifically 'The Enchanted Owl', where they analysed the use of bold colours, patterns, and movement.

• In Geography, the classes compared and described the unique physical features of polar landscapes, linking their work to the frozen environments of the North and South Poles.

• During Design and Technology (DT), pupils investigated different types of bridges and tested various methods to strengthen and reinforce their structures.

• In Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling (GPS), the children mastered the formal use of dashes, semi-colons, and colons to enhance the clarity of their writing.

Huge congratulations to Flynn in Year 4! He just took home 2nd place at the Surrey Youth Foil Championships (Under 10s) on January 25th.

What makes this even more remarkable? This was Flynn’s very first competition after practicing hard for two years. Fencing for the Surrey Swords club, he stayed super focused and showed off some amazing skills against children from all over the county.

Please join me in saying a huge congratulations to Flynn on such a fantastic achievement and an amazing start to his fencing career!

LEO Explorers are: Resilient

We have the strength to overcome challenges. We are healthy learners, who are able to recover from tough times. We learn from mistakes, try new things and never give up.

Exciting news! FOMP have launched their Spring term newsletter! It should have arrived in your inboxes today — but if you missed it, click HERE to view it now! 

Stagecoach Performing Arts Sutton – Enrollment Open 

Stagecoach offers sessions designed to develop specific skills in children through performing arts. Their curriculum focuses on three core areas:

• Confidence: Developing self-assurance in social and performance settings.

• Creativity: Engaging in imaginative and artistic problem-solving.

• Courage: Encouraging students to undertake new challenges.

Two-Week Trial Periods

A two-week trial sessions are currently available for booking. This allows prospective students to attend the classes before committing to a full term.

Further Information and Resources

For more details regarding their curriculum and scheduling, please refer to the links provided by the provider:

• Digital Prospectus: View Here

• Introductory Video: View Here

Contact and Bookings

All inquiries and bookings should be directed to Stagecoach Sutton management:

• Website: www.stagecoach.co.uk/sutton

• Facebook: Facebook.com/stagecoachsutton

The Paul Alan Project

We are thrilled to announce that for the upcoming academic year, Manor Park Primary School will be officially supporting The Paul Alan Project as our dedicated school charity. This is a fantastic opportunity for our children to learn about community safety, emergency skills, and the importance of quick action in critical situations.

The Paul Alan Project is a volunteer-run charity with the vital mission of saving lives through emergency preparedness. They are dedicated to preventing cardiac arrest deaths in the UK by focusing on three core areas:

1. Free Lifesaving Training: They provide FREE basic life support training (including how to perform CPR and confidently use a defibrillator) to individuals and organisations in the community.

2. Defibrillator Provision: They raise funds to install Public Access Defibrillators (PADs) and Bleed Control Kits in communities, particularly in parks and residential areas where provision is often poor.

3. Awareness: They raise awareness of the signs of cardiac arrest and the difference a quick response can make.

Our 2025/2026 Fundraising Goal: £2,000 for Manor Park

This money will be used to purchase and install a 24/7 Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) and a Bleed Control Kit in Manor Park. This vital equipment will be accessible to our entire local community, serving as a critical resource in a medical emergency.

How Manor Park Will Get Involved

Throughout the year, we will be holding various exciting events and activities designed to promote awareness and raise money for The Paul Alan Project. Details of these events will be shared with you soon.

How You Can Help Now

We warmly invite our entire school community to support this life-saving cause supporting an upcoming events. If you would like to contribute immediately, you can make a donation via our dedicated charity page:

 Donate Here: https://www.thepaulalanproject.org/manor-park

Thank you in advance for your generosity and enthusiasm in helping us support The Paul Alan Project.