Newsletter 23.01.26

Newsletter Please see the attached detailed newsletter below

Friday, 23 January 2026

Dear Parents/Carers,

Attendance

Our overall school attendance this week was 95.58%.
Seven classes met the school target of 96%.

Class Attendance

• Y5E Ermines – 97.57%
• Y3K Koalas – 97.53%
• Y6H Hoopoes – 97.49%
• Y4P Penguins – 97.41%
• Y2C Cranes – 97.30%
• Y2S Seals – 96.55%
• Y1L Lions – 96.17%
• Y6H Huskies – 95.70%
• Rec Ducklings – 95.30%
• Y3E Eagles – 95.02%
• Y5M Meerkats – 94.44%
• Y4N Narwhals – 94.25%
• RCK Chicks – 92.74%
• Y1V Voles – 90.37%

Punctuality

• Y5 Meerkat Class had the fewest lates this week — only one late.
• Across the whole school, 52 lates were recorded.
• The school day starts at 8.50am.
• 5 pupils arrived after 9.20am, which counts as an absence, not a late mark.

Year 4 Parents – Multiplication Check Meeting

• Wednesday 25th February, 2.45pm
• Information about the Multiplication Tables Check (1st–12th June).
• How the check works and ways to help your child prepare.

Device Meeting

• Parents invited to Meeting 1 must also attend Meeting 2.
• Thursday 29th January, 2.30pm, in the school hall.
• Overview of educational programmes used in school.
• Guidance on access and online safety for children.

Online Safety Session (Knowsley Council)

• Delivered online via Microsoft Teams.
• Wednesday 28th January, 9.30–10.15am.
• Focus: Guide to Online Gaming – current trends, risks, and safety tips.
• No registration required.
• Cameras and microphones disabled for attendees.
• Questions can be typed in the Q&A box.

Indoor Bowls

• A group of children took part in an Indoor Bowls activity.
• Pupils enjoyed trying a new sport.
• Mrs Large praised their effort and resilience.

Library Bus Visit

• Lancashire County Council’s library bus visited school today.
• Children were able to exchange the books we borrow annually.

Number Day – Friday 6th February

• Children may wear number‑themed clothing to celebrate Number Day.
• Poster available separately.

Holocaust Event (Year 6)

• Year 6 pupils attended a Holocaust remembrance event.
• They heard firsthand testimony from Martin Stern, a Holocaust survivor.
• Children found the session informative and powerful.

Key Dates

Clubs

• Wednesdays, 3.30–4.15pm – final session: 11th March
• Tuesday Tri Golf (Y5/6), 3.30–4.30pm – final session: 10th February
• Thursday Girls’ Cricket (Y5/6), 3.30–4.30pm – final session: 12th March

Other Events

• Mon 2nd Feb – Author visit
• Fri 6th Feb – Number Day
• Mon 9th Feb – Y3E Bring Yer Wellies trip
• Tue 10th Feb – Y3K Bring Yer Wellies trip
• Thu 12th Feb – Choir concert, 2.30pm

Term Dates

• Half Term: Mon 16th – Fri 20th Feb 
• School reopens Mon 23rd Feb
• Tue 24th Feb – Y5 Lego workshop
• Wed 25th Feb – Y4 Multiplication Check Meeting, 2.45pm
• Fri 23rd Jan – Lancashire Library Bus (today)
• Week of 24th March – Parent meetings
• Thu 19th & Fri 20th Mar – School closed to pupils
• Easter Holiday: Mon 30th Mar – Fri 10th AprSchool reopens Mon 13th Apr

Further Dates

• Wed 29th Apr – Y5E Offshoots trip
• Fri 1st May – Y5M Offshoots trip
• Week of 11th May – Y6 SATs week

Chaos to Calm – Parent Support Group

• For parents with children showing challenging behaviours.
• Focus on understanding behaviour, building relationships, and developing practical strategies.
• Starts Monday 23rd February, 9–10am (6‑week programme).
• Run by the Children’s Mental Health Team.
• Speak to Miss Cowell or Mrs Simmonds to register.
• An initial assessment will determine suitability.

Thank you for your continued support,
Mrs Sarah Bell
Headteacher

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