I am delighted to share some wonderful news with our school community. This week, we were officially presented with the Cheshire Young Carers Silver Award.

This award recognises the work we do to identify, support, and celebrate our "Young Carers"—children who help look after a family member who may be ill, disabled, or have a mental health condition. At Wincham, we believe that for a child to "learn, grow, and dream," they must first feel seen and supported.

What this means for our school:

• A Dedicated Team: We have staff members trained specifically to understand the unique challenges Young Carers face.

• Safe Spaces: We provide opportunities for these children to talk, relax, and just "be children" during the school day.

• Flexibility & Empathy: Whether it’s extra support with homework or simply a friendly check-in, we ensure our Young Carers have what they need to thrive alongside their peers.

Achieving Silver is a proud moment for us, but the real reward is seeing our children come to school knowing they are part of a community that truly has their back. A huge thank you to the staff, parents, and of course, the incredibly resilient children who make Wincham such a supportive place to be.

One of the greatest joys of being a "community" school is hearing about the fantastic things our pupils achieve outside of school hours. This week, we received a wonderful message from the Head Coach of Knutsford Rugby Club Under 10s.

A group of our very own Year 5 pupils from Magpies Class have been the "nucleus" of a team that is currently dominating the rugby circuit across Cheshire and the Northwest!

Most recently, the boys put in a very convincing performance against Lymm, one of the largest clubs in the region. The coach noted that these boys do both their team and Wincham Primary proud week after week with their skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Seeing our pupils take the values we teach at Wincham—resilience, teamwork, and respect—onto the rugby pitch is exactly what we mean when we talk about our children "learning, growing, and dreaming."

Well done, boys! We are all incredibly proud of you.

One of the things I love most about Wincham is how our "Family & Friends" (WFF) bring us all together. There is no better example of our community spirit than our upcoming Film Night tonight.

We will be showing the fantastic 'Wonka'—a story about dreaming big and the power of kindness, which fits our school motto perfectly!

• Doors Open: 5.30 PM

• Film Starts: 6.00 PM

Events like these are what make Wincham a "community" school in every sense of the word. It’s a chance for our children to socialise outside of lessons and for us to raise vital funds for school resources.

If you know a family moving to the area or someone looking for a school where their child will be truly known and supported, please invite them along or point them toward our social media pages. We are proud of our "Good" Ofsted roots and the "meaningful and interesting" journey we take our children on every day.

Let’s fill the hall with laughter and popcorn!

Meet the CWAC Early Help Navigator 

Confidential advice on:

• Financial Support & Benefits

• Housing & Energy Advice

• Parenting & Wellbeing

• Local Community Services

At Wincham Community Primary, we know that life doesn't always stop at the school gates. We are committed to ensuring our families feel supported, empowered, and heard.

We are proud to welcome the CWAC Early Help Navigator to our upcoming events. This is a brilliant opportunity for a relaxed, confidential chat about the things that matter to your family—whether that’s navigating the cost of living, finding local wellbeing resources, or seeking advice on housing and childcare.

We don't just want our pupils to thrive; we want our families to thrive too.

Drop in and see us:

• 9th Feb (Nursery Stay & Play): Perfect for our youngest families to get to know the support available from the very start of their Wincham journey.

• 6th March (Stay & Do Spelling): Come for the phonics, stay for the support!

Wincham is a school where every face is known and every family is cared for. If you’re looking for a school that truly puts community first, we invite you to see the Wincham difference.

At Wincham, our motto "Together, we learn, grow, and dream" extends far beyond the classroom walls. We are increasingly mindful of the challenges posed by the digital world and the impact early access to smartphones can have on children’s mental health, sleep, and social development.

We are proud to support the Smartphone Free Childhood movement—a parent-led initiative aiming to protect our children from the pressures of the online world until they are older and more resilient.

How can you help? There is a national conversation happening right now about raising the legal age for smartphone ownership. We are encouraging our Wincham parents to lend their voices to this cause. It takes less than 60 seconds to write to our local MP using this simple, pre-written tool:

👉 Raise the Age: Contact Your MP Here

By working together, we can ensure that our children enjoy a childhood filled with real-world play, face-to-face friendships, and the space to grow without the distractions of a smartphone. For more information on the movement, visit www.smartphonefreechildhood.org.

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