Dear Parents and Carers,

It has been another busy and exciting time in school, with lots of wonderful learning taking place across all year groups.

Bikeability
Our children are really on the move with Bikeability. This fantastic programme is helping them to develop their cycling skills, balance and road safety awareness. Children only progress onto the roads once they are confident and ready — it has been excellent to see their confidence grow.

Uniform Reminder
We would appreciate your support in maintaining our high standards of school uniform. We have noticed that trainers are beginning to creep in — please remember that trainers should only be worn with PE kits. School shoes should be worn at all other times. Thank you for your continued support with this.

Science Week – Curiosity Day
We have had an exciting Science Week. Our Curiosity Day was full of discovery and enthusiasm. Did you know that a lime will float with its peel on, but sinks once the peel is removed?
Our KS1 children also investigated how to make a carrot float — and were very successful. It was wonderful to see such engagement and curiosity across the school.

Value of the Week – Curiosity
This week, we are focusing on curiosity — encouraging children to keep asking questions, exploring ideas and developing a love of learning. This value continues to be evident across all areas of school life.

Trips and Off-Site Behaviour
As the weather improves, we are looking forward to more trips and visits. Please speak with your child about the importance of safe and respectful behaviour when off-site.

For children who regularly attend places such as Ben Hollioake Learning Centre and swimming, expectations are reinforced weekly. Where concerns arise, we follow a clear approach:

1. A conversation with parents to raise awareness and work in partnership

2. A letter home if behaviours continue

3. A further incident may result in a child missing a session and spending time in school reflecting and completing appropriate work

Although we do not expect this to be necessary with our well-behaved and lovely children, we feel it is important that expectations are clear.

Parents’ Evening
Thank you to all parents and carers who attended Parents’ Evening. It was a pleasure to share your child’s progress and next steps with you. We have received many positive comments and greatly appreciate your feedback and continued support.

Thank you, as always, for working in partnership with us.

Kind regards,
Mrs Peake
Headteacher