Mrs Peake's - News and Notes from the Headteacher 

Dear Parents and Carers,

I hope this newsletter finds you well as we approach the end of Term 5. It’s hard to believe how quickly this year is passing by – truly a testament to the old saying, time flies when you’re having fun!

Safety First

Firstly, I’d like to share some exciting news regarding our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of our school community. We have taken decisive action to address the issue of idling lorries in our vicinity. I am pleased to announce that Leslie, the local authority parking control officer, has joined us daily to curb the dangerous parking and idling practices of these vehicles. Please take a moment to say hello to Leslie when you see him around!

Out and About

Class trips are under way for the Summer Term. Year 5 have been to the Science Museum and on a local church visit, Year 3 and 6 are getting ready to go to Kew Gardens whilst Year 4 will be going to Brixton for more tasty delights as part of their DT Food Topic. As we gear up for Term 6, we are bracing ourselves for a busy yet exciting period ahead and so there is a planner in the dates section of this newsletter to support you, and us! Our calendar is filled to the brim with events and opportunities for you to engage with the school community. 

Open Morning - You are invited

I’d like to extend a warm invitation to our upcoming Open Morning next Thursday from 9-10am. It’s a fantastic chance for you to see firsthand the wonderful learning environment we cultivate here.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Together, we can make a positive difference and create memorable experiences for our students.

Kind regards,

Mrs Peake  - Headteacher 

This week (13-19 May 2024) is Mental Health Awareness Week, an annual awareness week, run by the Mental

Health Foundation. To support with Mental Health and Attendance we have gathered some links that may be

useful to you.

·       Is my child too ill for school? (NHS) - information to help parents and carers understand if their child is well enough to go to school.

·       Anxiety in children (NHS) - information and advice for parents and carers on the signs and causes of anxiety and how to support their children.

·       School anxiety and refusal: how parents can help (BBC Bitesize) - guidance on recognising difficulties with wellbeing and attendance and where to seek support.

·       Supporting your child with school anxiety and refusal (YoungMinds) - guidance for parents and carers on supporting young people with anxiety and attendance.

·       A parent workbook: supporting your child with school-based anxiety (Cardiff and the Vale University Health Board) - a workbook for parents and carers with activities to help their children understand and manage anxious feelings related to school.