Head's Up!4 September 2026 (by headmarton) |
Weekly news from Mrs Deakin
We’ve had a wonderful first week at school and it’s like we’ve never been away!
I hope you have all received the Annual Overview of Special Dates that was sent via email yesterday. Please contact the school office if you have not received this. You will note that we are holding two separate Harvest Festivals this year as our school numbers are growing and we know space in the school hall is at a premium.
We are looking forward to welcoming you all to Meet the Teacher meetings on Tuesday, staff will load their PowerPoint presentations to our school website if you are unable to attend. They will also be sharing our School Improvement Priorities for the year ahead with you. These are also on our website and are as follows:
1. Further strengthening Our Love of Reading Across the School
We want every child to become a confident reader who enjoys reading. We will continue to develop a strong reading culture by providing daily opportunities to read, sharing high-quality books and stories, and giving extra support to children who need help to catch up.
2. Continuing Strong Phonics Teaching
We will maintain our high-quality phonics teaching to help children become successful early readers. This includes identifying any gaps quickly, checking children’s progress regularly and providing extra support when needed.
3. Helping Every Child Succeed at Key Stage 2
We are committed to improving outcomes for children who need the most support in Years 3 to 6. Through careful assessment, tailored teaching and targeted interventions, we will help pupils make strong progress in reading, writing and mathematics.
4. Enhancing Support for Pupils with SEND
We will continue to strengthen the support we provide for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. This includes identifying needs early, providing effective support, working closely with families and ensuring staff have the training they need to help every child succeed.
5. Continue promoting Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice
We want our school to be a place where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. We will continue to celebrate diversity, promote fairness and inclusion, and help children understand the importance of equality and social responsibility.
6. Maintaining Excellent Attendance
Good attendance helps children achieve their best. We will continue to work closely with families to support strong attendance through effective communication, early support when concerns arise and regular monitoring.
Weekly news from Staff:
Well done to Reception for such a positive start to their school journey. We have all put on our new uniforms, started to get into the school routine and making new friends.
Year 1 have settled back into school so well, they've been quick to pick up new routines. We have explored our classroom during adventure time and started our challenges already. Year 1 are definitely superstars!
Year 2 have made a brilliant start to the year, they have come with lots of enthusiasm and willingness to learn. It has great to see them settle in and there has been lots of discussions about the year ahead and all the things we will be doing in Year 2.
Welcome back! Year 3 have made a fantastic start to Key Stage 2, learning new routines and ways of doing things. From Maths, spellings and PE, to Stone Age painting - the children have been great and worked with enthusiasm. Well done Year 3!
Year 4 have had a fabulous first three days back at school! We’ve had a brilliant start and are really looking forward to meeting you all at Meet the Teacher next week.
Year 5 have enjoyed being back in school, seeing their friends and making a start on their learning. I’m looking forward to meeting more of you at next Tuesday’s Meet the Teacher presentation.
Year 6 have made a fantastic start to the new school year and have settled brilliantly into life at the top of the school! It has been wonderful to welcome everyone back after the summer break and see the children embracing their new routines, responsibilities and learning with such enthusiasm.
Wishing you all a super weekend, Nevin Deakin