Autumn term 2025 newsletters

The hall was filled with excitement as the pupils celebrated the season with lots of enthusiastic singing of favourite Christmas songs. It was a joy to see so many happy, engaged faces as the children immersed themselves in the festive spirit.

A Celebration of Community and Kindness

While the focus was on the beautiful Nativity story and the music, the assembly was a powerful demonstration of the core values we hold dear at Wincham. It showcased the children’s confidence, their ability to work together, and the strong, caring community that makes our school so special.

Seeing the pupils embrace this collective celebration reminds us why our school's ethos—ensuring happy, capable, and responsible young people—is so vital.

Click here to see all of our assembly themes and plans for the year.

It's the Most Wonderful (and Hectic) Time of the Year!

The School Events Calendar is in every newsletter, at the bottom of the page. We know things are really hectic at this time of year, so please use the calendar here as a reminder of all of the things that are happening in school.

Bravo! Our Wonderful Key Stage 1 and Reception Nativity Stars!

What an absolute joy it was to witness the fantastic Nativity performances this week! A huge, heartfelt well done goes to every child in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 who took part.

Our youngest pupils shone brightly, delivering the traditional Christmas Story with such confidence, enthusiasm, and beautiful singing. Their energy and focus were truly captivating, showcasing the wonderful development we see in their communication and performance skills every day here at Wincham. It’s a powerful reminder of the excellent foundations laid in our Early Years and Key Stage 1 classrooms.

A Community Effort

These performances are always a highlight of the year, but they simply wouldn't be possible without the incredible dedication and support from home.

A massive thank you to all the parents and carers who attended the event. Your support not only makes the assembly a success but demonstrates the strong, positive partnership between home and school that helps every child at Wincham Community Primary School thrive. We are a community that learns, grows, and dreams together.

We are so proud of our young stars and are delighted to have shared this magical festive moment with you.

Spreading Cheer: Year 5 Visit Acorn Meadow Care Home

We were incredibly proud of our Year 5 pupils this week, who demonstrated the very best of Wincham’s community spirit during a very special visit to Acorn Meadow Care Home.

The children visited the residents to sing a wonderful selection of Christmas songs and carols. The pupils' singing was beautiful, but it was their compassionate and respectful interactions with the residents that truly shone. Our children were superb ambassadors for the school, showing genuine warmth and kindness, which brought huge smiles and festive cheer to everyone present.

Building Empathy and Community

This visit beautifully embodies our commitment to developing children who are not just academically capable, but also compassionate, responsible, and active members of their community. Providing opportunities like this helps our pupils understand the importance of giving back and supporting those around them—a key element of the excellent personal development Ofsted recognised at Wincham.

It is so rewarding to see our pupils learning, growing, and sharing their talents outside of the classroom. These experiences are invaluable in preparing them to contribute positively to the wider world.

Thank you to Acorn Meadow Care Home for welcoming us, and a huge well done again to all of Year 5!

Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day

This week, our annual Christmas Jumper Day was a fantastic success, blending fun and festive cheer with a powerful lesson in empathy and giving back. Thanks to your wonderful support, we raised a brilliant £86 for Save the Children. While the amount is significant, the lesson is priceless: that we can all make a difference in the world.

This willingness to contribute, to care for others, and to act as positive citizens is not just a one-off event—it is woven into the very fabric of life at Wincham. It is why our Personal Development provision was so highly praised in our last Ofsted inspection; our children are exceptionally well-prepared to be thoughtful and responsible members of the community and wider society

Get Ready to Sparkle! Treetops Christmas Party 2025

The joy of the festive season is already building, and we are thrilled to announce that our Treetops After School Club team is hosting their annual Christmas Party!

We look forward to extending our excellent pastoral care into this festive social setting, guaranteeing a safe, warm, and memorable evening for every child.

Party Details:

What: Treetops After School Club Christmas Party (Games, Music, and Festive Snacks!)
Who: All Wincham Community Primary School pupils are invited!
When: Monday, December 15th, 2025
Time: 3:25 PM – 6:00 PM (Running immediately after school dismissal)

Booking is Essential!

Please remember that spaces for this event are limited to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all the children. If you would like your child to attend, please ensure you book their place via the usual Treetops booking system as soon as possible.

Collection: All children attending the party must be collected promptly at 6:00 PM.

Thank you for helping us make this Christmas season special for our pupils!

Book a place at Treetops now!

Celebrating Leadership: Congratulations to Mr. Boot!

This week, Mr. Boot successfully achieved the National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership (NPQEL), following an intensive 18-month course. This prestigious qualification represents the highest level of professional development available for school leaders and focuses on strategic leadership across multiple settings.

A Culture of Continuous Learning

This achievement reflects a school-wide commitment to continuous learning and educational excellence. As a team we are incredibly proud that several other members of our dedicated staff are also currently engaged in various National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) at a range of levels.

This collective commitment is key to ensuring we are the best teachers and leaders we can be. Our entire team is continuously learning and improving so we can consistently provide the very best education and care for your children.

Strong, ambitious leadership and teaching are essential to maintaining the high standards and the 'Good' judgement we achieved in our last Ofsted inspection. The expertise gained ensures that Wincham Community Primary School continues to deliver an ambitious curriculum, provide high-quality teaching, and foster the outstanding personal development that our pupils deserve.

Meet the governors: Melanie Earl

Melanie Earl is a parent governor with 3 children at Wincham and runs a company offering childcare to families locally. Melanie supports the school through Wincham Family and Friends, and is now enjoying having more of an impact on the school through her governance role.

Each week we will feature a brief introduction to our school governors. Information about the whole governing board is on the school website.

Very Green Grocery - Northwich & Winsford

If you're looking to eat well for less, be sure to visit The Winsford Community Hub and Very Green Grocery Northwich for discounted bags of food.

For just £7, you can fill up a shopping bag of essentials as well as lots of treats. Check out their Facebook pages to see what they have on offer.

This is especially helpful as we approach Christmas, where we know money can be tight.

In Christmas week there is always lots of fresh food - including turkeys - and they often run extra sessions with lots of goodies at extremely affordable prices that boost anyone's budget (past offers for example, 2 fresh chickens for £1 and 5 CoOp Irresistible Pizzas for £5)

All offers and extra sessions are posted on the Very Green Grocery Facebook pages.

Very Green Grocery

Good Attendance - The Foundation For Your Child's Best Start!

A Consistent Start: A stable, daily routine, beginning with being on time, helps children feel secure.

Punctuality isn't just about the clock; it's about starting the day with calm confidence, ready to learn.

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Is My Child Too Ill For School? NHS Guidance

Looking for a Nursery place?

Our Butterflies Nursery is a happy and exciting place for your child to start their educational journey.

We can support you with a smooth transition from being at home to learning through play in a safe environment with high quality resources to facilitate play, staffed by qualified teachers who care about the children and will support them to achieve their very best.

We offer a flexible package using the government's 15 (or 30 if eligible) hours of free childcare for 3 & 4 year olds, with additional hours if required.

Please read our prospectus, or contact a member of the team by ringing 01606 288060 or emailing nursery@winchamcp.cheshire.sch.uk or to express interest in a place, please complete the online form.

We're on social media!

We are really excited to share more of our school life with you and the wider community. You can find us on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winchamprimaryschool/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winchamprimaryschool/

We will be using these pages to share all the good things happening in school, celebrate pupil successes, and give you a sneak peek into our daily adventures. It's a great way to stay connected and see what your children are getting up to!

Do give our pages a 'like' and a 'follow' to see our posts pop up in your feed. We would love for you to comment and share our posts too, to help spread the word about our amazing school.

Please remember, the weekly newsletter will always be the best place for detailed information and key updates. Our social media pages are there for sharing all the good news and showing off our brilliant community.

All of our posts will follow our school's social media policy and the permissions you granted when your child started school. If you have any questions, please do get in touch.

Stars of the Week

This week's gratitude award

Butterflies Nursery - Ayaan Khan

Foxes Reception - Maddox Mosey-Sanderson

Rabbits Year 1 - Sophia Thompson

Grasshoppers Year 1 & 2 - Isla-Mae Moores

Bumblebees Year 2 & 3 - Freddie Lee

Hedgehogs Year 3 - Novalie Finnerty

Badgers Year 4 -Jacob Jackson

Magpies Year 5 - Harper Morgan

Dragonflies Year 6 - Mitchell Green

Reader of the week

Butterflies Nursery - Leo Jarvis

Foxes Reception - Flora Littlewood

Rabbits Year 1 - Lily Robinson

Grasshoppers Year 1 & 2 - Emily Chilvers

Bumblebees Year 2 & 3 - Phoebe Prince

Hedgehogs Year 3 - Tommy Edge

Badgers Year 4 - Olivia Ashbee

Magpies Year 5 - Oscar Jones

Dragonflies Year 6 - Phoebe Robinson

Writer of the week

Butterflies Nursery - Louie Worne

Foxes Reception - George Greatorex

Rabbits Year 1 - Charlie Leigh

Grasshoppers Year 1 & 2 - Rupert Helm

Bumblebees Year 2 & 3 - Carys SImmons

Hedgehogs Year 3 - Billy Edge

Badgers Year 4 - Nil Yilmaz

Magpies Year 5 - Sophia Wilkes

Dragonflies Year 6 - Erin Martin-Gate

Mathematician of the week

Butterflies Nursery - Frankie Lee

Foxes Reception - Harry Lynch

Rabbits Year 1 - Freddie Morris

Grasshoppers Year 1 & 2 - Theo Fortune

Bumblebees Year 2 & 3 - Mali Johnson

Hedgehogs Year 3 - Holly Chilvers

Badgers Year 4 - Lucas Jackson

Magpies Year 5 -Aiza Khan

Dragonflies Year 6 - Seb Fitzsimmons

Top Tips for Parents & Educators: Toy Scalping, Fakes and Scams

Scalping has long been a frustration for fans hoping to bag concert tickets or exclusive toys, but the online world has supercharged this dishonest tactic. Scalpers use bots to buy up stock in seconds, then resell items such as consoles or collectibles at significant mark-ups. For young people, it can be disappointing and harmful to their wallets, wellbeing and worldview.

As this unethical practice becomes more visible, and, worryingly, sometimes glamourised online, it’s important to talk to children about fairness, financial boundaries, and spotting scams. This guide breaks down the tricks of the trade and how to avoid them, helping young consumers stay safe, informed and scam-free.

Wincham Family & Friends news

Our wonderful PTA make a fantastic difference to the lives of the children by providing resources that enhance their learning. If you think you could help with an event, or have ideas about new events, please get in touch.

email - wffcommittee@gmail.com
whats app - 07800837859
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WinchamSchoolFamilyandFriends/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/winchamschoolfamilyandfriends/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/WinchamWFF

Financial & Wellbeing Support for Families

There are a range of services we can signpost to, including financial support. There is a wide range of information available on the school website. This includes the Foodbank, free uniform, wider support with rising cost of living, and a range of other things.

If you are struggling financially, please don't hesitate to speak to Mr Boot or Ms Boag-Munroe.

Free Sleep Hygiene Workshops for Parents

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Live Well Newsletter - December

In this newsletter you will find

Tell us about any gaps in services – there is still time before the next report early next year
You Told Us, We Are Listening – Check out our timeline to see what we’ve been working on tell us what works, what doesn’t and how we can make things better
SEND Open Evening at Warrington and Vale Royal - Discover the support, care, and range of opportunities that make
learning accessible to everyone at Warrington & Vale Royal College.
Autism Service Transition to High School Online Event – come along, meet the team and attend informative workshops
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Winter – Free, winter holiday activity clubs for children eligible for free school meals
Healthy Child Programme Consultation – Have your say on changes to services for families

Live Well December newsletter

Heating Costs - Information from Citizens' Advice

Many families are struggling with rising energy bills, and some risk fuel poverty. Citizens Advice Cheshire West, funded by CWaC’s Household Support Fund, runs a Heating bank to provide emergency help with heating costs.

The Heating Bank is designed for families and individuals who may be struggling to keep their homes warm this winter. By offering temporary relief with heating costs, the service aims to reduce the health risks, stress, and hardship caused by cold homes.

Last year, we supported around 1,000 households with an average of £233 each towards energy bills. The service is free, confidential, and offers quick assistance to households on benefits who are struggling to stay warm.

How to access the Heating Bank:

Families can apply directly https://www.citizensadvicecw.org.uk/heatingbank/

Support is available to households who are in receipt of benefits and struggling to meet their energy costs.

The service is free, confidential, and designed to provide quick assistance.

By working together, we hope to make sure no family has to choose between heating and other essentials.

Staying Safe Online - resources for parents and carers

Below are some useful links to help parents and carers:

Supporting Families from Google Parenting today involves raising the first generation of children growing up with technology all around them — at school, at home and in their pockets. As you chart the path that feels right for your family, Google is here to help.
Thinkyouknow (advice from the National Crime Agency to stay safe online)
Internet matters (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
Parent info (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
LGfL (support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online)
Net-aware (support for parents and carers from the NSPCC)
Let’s Talk About It (support for parents and carers to keep children safe from online radicalisation)
UK Safer Internet Centre (tips, advice, guides)

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