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16th January 2026
Your weekly round up of events
Break The Rules - Fundraising day
Break The Rules - Fundraising day
Break the Rules Day - Friday 16th January 2026
Today lots of children 'broke the rules' The whole school had lots of fun and got very creative. We are still counting the donations and we will let you know what was raised in our next Newsletter. Here are some pictures of the fun day
Thank you for your support.
Donations✨
Donations✨
A huge thank you to Fatma (Chestnut class), Mahmud (Beech class) and their family for their incredibly thoughtful donation to Wood End this year. As part of a wonderful annual tradition, the family chooses a specific charity to support by pooling together small contributions from their own birthdays and savings. We are honoured to have been selected as their chosen cause this year! Their generous contribution of £150 will be put to excellent use as we work toward purchasing new playground equipment. We are so grateful for their kindness and for the inspiring example they set for our community.
Kind regards,
Warner Stainbank
New Governor
New Governor
New governor: Ade Banjoko - I am interested in joining the governing body at Wood End Primary School because I am committed to inclusive education and building strong, trusting relationships between schools and families. I have experience in supplementary education, including settings where parents and pupils played an active role in shaping provision, and in parent engagement work supporting children’s learning and wellbeing, particularly those at risk of disadvantage.
I have a professional background in immigration and education law and have worked in higher education, supporting institutions to meet their equality and inclusion duties. I am currently a governor at a special school in Ealing. I believe this experience would enable me to add value to the governing body through an understanding of inclusion, and a collaborative approach focused on the best interests of pupils.
Healthy Friendships
Healthy Friendships
Good friendships help children feel secure and confident. Healthy relationships are kind, equal and supportive — not controlling or hurtful. If your child often feels excluded or pressured, talk about what being a good friend means. Role-play how to say “no” kindly or walk away from unkind play.
Early Years
Outdoor Play in EYFS: Why It Matters
Early Years
Outdoor Play in EYFS: Why It Matters
Outdoor play is a vital and valued part of learning in EYFS, not an “extra” or a break from learning. Even during the winter months, being outside offers rich opportunities for exploration, movement, and discovery. Children love noticing seasonal changes — frosty grass, bare trees, puddles, wind, and rain — and these experiences support curiosity, language development, and understanding of the world.
Outdoor play builds physical strength, coordination, confidence, and resilience, all of which underpin later skills such as writing, concentration, and self-regulation. Fresh air and space to move also support children’s wellbeing, helping them manage emotions and feel calm and settled.
We aim to go outside in all weathers, and appropriate clothing makes this possible. Warm coats, waterproof layers, hats, and wellies allow children to stay comfortable and fully engaged. Please ensure all wellies are clearly labelled — this helps children develop independence and saves a lot of time when getting ready to go out and back inside.
By embracing outdoor play all year round, we support happy, healthy, confident learners
Reception children at enjoying play inside and outside
Reception children at enjoying play inside and outside
Inclusion
Inclusion
https://padlet.com/agohil5/the-wood-end-primary-school-inclusion-toolkit-b8sdiw0559h1jd1b
The Wood End Inclusion Toolkit is a dedicated digital hub designed to support families with resources on Special Educational Needs (SEND) and general wellbeing. The Padlet provides easy access to strategies covering the four broad areas of need, key school policies, and links to local support services. We encourage parents to explore the toolkit for helpful guidance and to stay informed about upcoming inclusion workshops.
Thank you,
How to listen so your child will talk
How to listen so your child will talk
Parents often ask what they can say to get their child to talk.
The secret isn't about what you say: its about how you listen. The most important skill in talking with anyone is not lecturing, offering solutions, answering, or teaching. What children need from you is your full attention and empathy: that is what deep listening is.
How can parents help?
Even children who do not say much want to connect with you, so try to accept it on their terms. Connection does not always look like a deep meaningful conversation: it can be a hug, a high five, a long look in each other’s eyes. Children may also feel more comfortable talking while walking down the street or washing the dishes. It is OK for them not to hold eye contact as this may be their way of staying regulated while talking about something that feels difficult for them. When your child expresses his feelings about something, he needs you to listen and acknowledge, rather than jumping in with solutions. This means you may have to manage your own anxiety about the issue, which will allow him to find his own solutions to problems. Most importantly, pay full attention: put your phone down and be present. It will be a gift to both of you.
Sometimes we could all do with someone to talk to. If you would like to meet Helen Thorp for a confidential and non-judgemental chat about you, your child, or any other worries, they are available on Wednesdays from 9-10am. You can call/text 07429654584 or email helen@schoolscounsellingpartnership.co.uk
📚The National Year of Reading 2026
📚The National Year of Reading 2026
It is the biggest campaign in a generation designed to help more people (re)discover the joy of reading and make it part of their everyday lives.
Reading expands our world and sharpens our minds, yet fewer people are making time to read. A Department for Education initiative, in collaboration with the National Literacy Trust, the campaign aims to tackle the profound decline in reading enjoyment in the UK and reconnect people of all ages with reading as a relevant and immediately rewarding activity. The campaign asks the nation to Go All In on their passions and interests for 2026 and discover how reading can unlock the things they already love – be that music, football, baking, family-time, sci-fi, or … anything.
In March to coincide with world book day will have a book swap day where children can bring in books to swap with other children. So please please start collecting books you would like to pass on. We will message parents when to bring them into school.
CGP Books
CGP Books
Study books will be available from school and can be purchased via the Arbor shop. We will email you as when the books are available for each year group. Books are at least £5 online but you can purchase a set of 3 for £9 from school. They are recommended by the teachers to help children with everyday school work and assessments.
Ealing Family Support Network:
Ealing Family Support Network:
To access family services such as parent courses, financial services and food banks. Click the link: https://padlet.com/EalingFSN/EalingFamilySupportNetwork
HIGHLIGHT – Winter Help & Debt Advice
Worries about debt finance often peak in January with higher energy bills, longer between pay days and Christmas costs.
Ealing Council Cost of Living pages where you can find information on help available to this winter and details of debt support organisations who can help. Winter Help
Debt Support & advice
Dates For Your Diary - Events Coming Up Soon
Dates For Your Diary - Events Coming Up Soon
19th January 2026 - iRock Lessons start in school
20th January 2026 - Coffee Morning with Mr Stainbank - 9.00 to 9.30am
22nd January 2026 - Ash Class Assembly - 9.00 to 9.30am (Parent can take the opportunity to look at books after assembly for 10 minutes).
26th January 2026 - Year 6 SATs Assessment and Tuition meeting for parents at 9am
29th January 2026 - Birch Class Assembly - 9.00 to 9.30am(Parent can take the opportunity to look at books after assembly for 10 minutes)
5th February 2026 - Poplar Class Assembly - 9.00 to 9.30am(Parent can take the opportunity to look at books after assembly for 10 minutes)
5th February 2026 - Reception Class Disco - 2.45pm to 3.30pm
6th February 2026 - Wear a Rainbow day - Fundraising day
11th February 2026 - Year 2, Year 3 & Y4 Disco - 2.45pm to 3.30pm.
Calendar of Events
Scan the QR code or click HERE to view the SCHOOL CALENDAR. This is on our school website to keep you updated with our range of events at school. We will do our best to inform parents and carers well in advance of any changes.
OUR 3 RULES...
Items needed
Items needed
If you have any wool at home that you don't need please bring along to the school office for our craft area, Thank you.
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