Key Dates

• Tuesday 3rd March - Year 3/4 Football Tournament

• Tuesday 3rd March - Parent/Carer Evening Bookings Open @ 5:00

• Weds 4th March - Mon 9th March - Children from Spanish school (https://colegiovirgendelcarmen.com/) visiting Welton

• Thursday 5th March - World Book Day - Parents welcome at 2:45

• Thursday 5th March - Tyning Bake Sale

• Monday 9th March- WOW! Walk to School initiative starts (See below)

• Tues 10th - Sat 14th - Y5 visit to Athens

• Friday 13th March - Mothers and Others Afternoon

• Weds 18th March - Reception Height and Weight

• Weds 18th March- Netball Match @ Welton

• Weds 18th March - Football Match Vs Longvernal

• Thurs 19th March- Y6 Cross Country @ Somervale

• Friday 20th March - Non-uniform Day - Easter Egg Bingo Donations

• Friday 20th March - Nursery Forest School Morning (09:00 - 10:30)

• w/c 23rd March - Parents' Evening Week (Dates to follow)

• Mon 23rd March U10 Netball Tournament @ Downside

• Friday 27th March - Anxiety and EBSA Workshop (09:00 - 10:00) - All parents

• Friday 27th March - PTFA Bingo Night (Families welcome)

• Tuesday 31st March - Year 4, 5 and 6 - Wessex Water Workshops

• Tuesday 31st March - Dance Umbrella

• Wednesday 1st April - Year 1/2 Root Connections

• Thursday 2nd April - Year 1/2 Mendip Golf Club

• Thursday 2nd April - Rocksteady Concert

• Thursday 2nd April - End of Term 4

Value of week:

Collaboration

Stars of The Week

Well done to the following stars for showing collaboration this week:

Nursery: Roxanne

Wrens: Bella

Nightingales: Seb 

Kingfishers: Amelia

Kestrel: Emme

Hawk: Rebecca

Eagle: Zach

Message from Mr Lyle

It has certainly been an exciting and busy week here at Welton. The children have been settling into our new timetable, which now includes daily spelling lessons. We will no longer be conducting formal spelling tests on Fridays, as we are now focusing on teaching and applying spelling patterns consistently throughout the week.

Not only this, but the children have been adapting brilliantly to our new afternoon assemblies. We are incredibly proud of how well they have adjusted to this change in their routine.

Our theme for discussion this week has been collaboration—working together to strive for success. This value is vital for children and adults alike. Walking through the school, it has been wonderful to see this in action, whether it’s pupils working together to construct chairs in DT or supporting one another as a team in PE.

We have a very busy term ahead! We know keeping track of key dates can be a challenge, so please do continue to check the newsletter and the parent calendar regularly.

As always, our door is open. Learning is a true partnership, and we value the immense support you give your children in all aspects of their education. If you ever wish to chat, please do feel free to come in.

Finally, a huge "well done" to Holly in Wren Class, who received her Amazon voucher after winning the Reading Challenge raffle. It is fantastic to see that the love of reading is well and truly alive at Welton!

Thank you for your ongoing support. Have a lovely weekend.

Mr L :)

Dogs for Health

We had a wonderful start to the week on Monday when we were joined by the team from Dogs for Health. They visited to share the fascinating world of therapy dogs and what it takes to train a four-legged friend for such an important role.

Nellie’s "To-Do" List

Amy and Elsie introduced us to Nellie, who is currently working through a very busy socialisation schedule! To ensure she’s ready for her future career, Nellie has a goal of experiencing 100 different things before she reaches five months old. This includes:

• Navigating trips on trains.

• Visiting busy shops.

• Getting used to loud noises and new environments.

Dog Etiquette & Safety

The children had a brilliant discussion about how to interact safely with Nellie. We learned two very important rules for when Nellie is on-site:

• The "One Person" Rule: Only one person should be fussing or petting the dog at any given time to keep things calm.

• The Frontal Approach: We always approach a dog face-on so they can see us coming and feel at ease.

Preparing for Nellie’s Arrival

As we prepare for Nellie to spend more time with us, we have a small favour to ask our school community. Please help us keep the site entirely litter-free to ensure the environment is safe and clean for her arrival.

What’s next? Over the coming weeks, Nellie will be visiting us after school hours to familiarise herself with the building and grounds. This is the first step in her official training with Dogs for Health and the Kennel Club.

We look forward to sharing plenty of "pupdates" on her progress soon!

Spanish Visitors

We are looking forward to welcoming a group of Year 5 Spanish children and their teachers to Welton next week! They are travelling from Cordoba and are spending the week joining in with school activities and visiting the local area. Click here to see a short video of their visit preparations and here to see a video tour of their school. We are very excited to meet them particularly as a number of our children have already begun connecting with them as Pen Pals! Photos to follow next week!

PTFA Key Dates

A Huge Thank You to Our Incredible PTFA

At Welton, we are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated and passionate Parent, Teacher and Friends Association (PTFA). Their tireless efforts behind the scenes—and your fantastic support at every bake sale, fair, and event—make a world of difference to our school community.

We are thrilled to share some exciting news: thanks to the PTFA’s recent fundraising and your generous contributions, we are currently awaiting the arrival of 10 brand-new iPads! These devices will be a brilliant addition to our classrooms, providing our pupils with modern tools to enhance their digital skills and creative learning.

This simply wouldn't be possible without the hard work of the committee and the brilliant support from all our families. Thank you for helping us invest in our children’s future.

Save the Dates!

The PTFA has a wonderful calendar of events lined up for the remainder of the school year. Please see the key dates listed below. We hope to see as many families as possible getting involved—whether it’s by volunteering an hour of your time or simply coming along to enjoy the fun!

Parent/Carer Evenings

During the week of the 23rd March, we will be having our Parent/Carer Evenings. These will be an opportunity to discuss your child's progress and their next steps to help them be successful. This is also an opportunity for you to look at their learning and discuss any questions you may have. This time, the booking will be done through your Arbor App.

Please follow the link for how you can do this: https://support.arbor-education.com/hc/en-us/articles/203792102-Booking-Guardian-Consultations-Parent-s-Evenings-on-the-Parent-Portal-or-Parent-App#h_01KH42RMS2X5WQ6PEFZZNF6JC3

Step 1: Log In

Open the Arbor Parent App or log into the Parent Portal website.

On the main dashboard (homepage), look for the "Guardian Consultations" section.

Step 2: Select the Meeting

You will see the name of the consultation event (e.g., Spring Term Parents' Evening). Click on this to see the available dates and teachers.

Note: If you have more than one child, you may need to confirm each child’s date of birth before booking to ensure you receive email confirmations for all of them.

Step 3: Choose Your Time

Click on the Time Slot drop-down menu.

Select the time that suits you best.

Tick the names of the guardians who will be attending the meeting.

Step 4: Confirm Your Booking

Click Book Time Slot (on the app) or simply select the slot (on the portal).

A "Booking Successful" message will appear, and you will receive a confirmation email automatically.

Step 5: Need to Change?

If you need to reschedule, simply go back to the Guardian Consultations section, click on your existing booking, and select Reschedule.

Bookings will go live on Tuesday 3rd March at 5:00.

Monday 23rd March

Year 1/2 - 15:30 - 17:30

Year 6 - 15:30 - 17:30

Tuesday 24th March

Year 5 - 15:30 - 17:30

Wednesday 25th March

All year groups - 15:30 - 19:00

Thursday 26th March

Reception - 15:30 - 17:30

Year 3 - 15:30 - 17:30

Year 4 - 15:30 - 17:30

If you have any issues, please contact the school office. 

World Book Day

On the 5th March, it is World Book Day. This year, we would love children to come dressed as their favourite book characters. On the day, we would like to do a book swap. Please could all children bring in a book that they have read and no longer want. We will then swap these in classes. 

At the end of the day, we would like to invite parents in to share a story with their children. Please join us at 2:45 to find out what we have been up to on the day.

Many thanks for your continued support with reading.

Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts

At Welton, we are committed to providing our children with the best possible start in life. Regular school attendance is a huge part of that. When children are here, they aren’t just learning maths and English; they are building friendships, confidence, and routines that stay with them forever.

Why Attendance is Key

Research shows a direct link between high attendance and academic achievement:

• The 90% Rule: An attendance rate of 90% might sound good, but it actually means your child misses half a day of school every week.

• The Big Picture: Over a school year, 90% attendance adds up to four whole weeks of missed lessons.

• Impact on Progress: Statistics show that pupils with no absence are 1.5 times more likely to achieve expected standards at the end of Key Stage 2 compared to those who miss even 10% of school.

Reporting Absences

We completely understand that children get ill, and sometimes staying at home is the best thing for their recovery. However, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our pupils, we require your cooperation with our reporting procedures:

Important: If your child is unable to attend, please phone the school office every day of their absence before 8:30 am.

It is vital that we hear from you daily. If we do not receive a phone call or a valid reason for absence, we are required by local authority guidelines to code the child’s absence as unauthorised. Consistent communication helps us ensure every child is safe and accounted for.

Thank You

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the majority of our families who communicate so effectively with us. Your ongoing support is instrumental in raising both attendance levels and overall standards at Welton. Together, we can ensure our children reach their full potential.

Nursery Invoices

Nursery invoices should now be on Arbor Pay. Please email vedwards@welton.mnsp.org.uk if there are any issues. Paper copies will be coming out next week. 

Mothers and Others Afternoon

We are delighted to invite you to our Mothers and Others Afternoon on Friday, 13th March.

Please join us from 2:00 pm to 3:15 pm for a special afternoon of activities as we celebrate our mums, grandmothers, aunties, and the many incredible women who support our children every day. It promises to be a wonderful session filled with creativity and connection. We look forward to seeing you there!

Nursery Forest School Morning

Welton Primary School Nursery invites you to our Forest School Morning on Friday 20th March, 2026. We are welcoming children aged 2–4 and their parents to join us for a morning of outdoor exploration from 09:00 to 10:30.

It’s a wonderful chance to get stuck into nature, so please remember to bring wellies and a coat! If you would like to attend, please email the office at office@welton.mnsp.org.uk to let us know you are coming and to highlight any dietary requirements you may have.

Class Pages

Take a look at our class pages below! 

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