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Belvidere Primary School
Good Afternoon Parents & Guardians
Thank you so much to everyone who attended our Christmas Fair last week! It was wonderful to hear how much you all enjoyed it. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to be there in person, but the photos and promotional video look absolutely fantastic. I’ve shared a couple of pictures at the bottom of this letter for you to enjoy.
This week, we’ve seen a significant amount of pupil absence due to illness. Please ensure your child is fully recovered before returning to school. This helps us keep germs to a minimum and ensures we have a full complement of pupils and staff ready for the pantomime and Christmas play season—which will be upon us before we know it!
Speaking of the Christmas play, our first rehearsal is on Monday. We’ll be walking to the church, and the forecast is for wet weather, so please make sure your child brings a coat. The show simply must go on!
On Tuesday this week, we were treated to a wonderful violin and keyboard concert from pupils who are learning these instruments. If your child is interested in lessons, please contact the office, and they will guide you through the booking process.
Looking ahead, we’re planning to launch a new school website and purchase a new school sign. To mark this exciting development, we’d love our community to choose a new school motto! Keep an eye out for the survey with three options chosen by staff, and make sure you register your vote by next Friday.
Finally, a quick reminder: we are a nut-free school. Some packed lunches have included products that are not safe for children with allergies. Please check all items before putting them in your child’s lunchbox.
Thank you for your continued support and have a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Mr G. Jones
Headteacher
Belvidere Stars of the Week
A huge well done to our Stars of the Week!
TT Rockstars
Here are this week's top performers...
Well done to you all!
New School Motto!
Please follow the link below to help choose our new school motto.
Voting closes on Friday!
Flu immunisation
The Immunisation team will be visiting school on Wednesday 10th December to deliver this years nasal flu vaccination to those children whose parents have given consent.
If you wish for your child to receive the vaccine and missed the online consent form, please speak to the office who will be able to provide you with a paper copy.
Jewellery
Please can we remind parents that children who have their ears pierced should only be wearing studs to school.
No other jewellery should be worn in school.
Arbor Balances
Please can we ask that all outstanding balances are cleared in full by Friday 12th December.
Please can we remind parents that Arbor balances are kept up to date.
We truly value the flexibility we currently offer, allowing families to pay in arrears. However, if outstanding balances are not cleared promptly, we may be left with no choice but to move to a pre-payment system, as many other schools have already done.
We understand that times are challenging, and we are more than happy to discuss payment plans or offer support where needed. Please do not hesitate to contact the school office in confidence if you require assistance.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding.
Rudolph Run 2025
On Thursday 11th December, children will be taking part in the Rudolph Relay supporting Severn Hospice.
To sponsor, please follow the link below and forward to friends and family!
11th December - Christmas Jumper & Dinner Day
On Thursday 11th December, we will be having our Christmas jumper day as well as our Christmas Dinner!
If you have missed the survey for the Christmas Dinner, please follow the link below
Panto Reminder
A reminder that Key stage 1 children will be going to Theatre Severn to watch Dick Whittington on Wednesday 17th December.
Key stage 2 children will be going on Tuesday 16th December.
Little Bells and Reception children will be going to watch The Tales from Acorn Wood on Thursday 18th December.
Arrangements will be sent out nearer the time.
Term Dates 2025/2026
Please see the link below for the term dates for the next academic year.
These have also been updated on our website under the parent toolbox section.
Important Dates for the Diary!
We have produced a timetable for all school events for the year.
Please follow the link below so you can put the dates in your diaries!
Please check regularly as amendments are made through out the term.
'Belvidere Bites Cafeteria' Menus
Please find below the link to the school menu.
Next week, we will be on Week 1 of the menu!
Please follow the link below to see if you are eligible for Free School Meals. The link also goes through how to apply.
First Aid Messages
If your child has required first aid in school, we will send a message on Arbor to report the accident and any treatment (if required) given by 3.30pm.
Should we feel that a telephone call is required/more appropriate, then instead of an Arbor message, we will contact you to talk to you.
Breakfast & Afterschool Club
The booking form for next term is now available.
Please complete and return to admin@belvidere-pri.shropshire.sch.uk no later than Monday 15th December 2025.
Breakfast & Afterschool booking form (word version)
Breakfast & Afterschool booking form (PDF version)
Please ensure accounts are settled in full no later than Friday 12th December. (exception to this is those that use the tax free childcare account for wraparound care).
A reminder, our Breakfast Club runs from 7.30am - 8.30am (Monday - Thursday) and 7.00am - 8.30am (Friday)
Children can be dropped off between 7.30am and 7.45am (Monday - Thursday) and 7.00am - 7.45am (Friday) by coming to the office and ringing the bell.
Afterschool Club runs from 3.15pm - 5.30pm (Monday - Thursday) 3.15pm - 5.00pm (Friday)
To collect your child from afterschool club, please can parents/carers come to Reception and ring the bell on the wall and your child/ren will be brought to you.
Afterschool Clubs
We are delighted to offer the following clubs for next term. Places are limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
Payment must be made via Arbor to guarantee your child's place.
| Year Group(s) | Afterschool Club | Day & Time | Cost |
|
KS2 Girls (Years 3,4,5 & 6) |
Girls Dodgeball |
Monday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 12th January - 2nd February) |
£8.00 |
|
Year 5
|
Robotics - max 4 places! (Priority will be given to children who have not attended this club before) |
Monday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 12th January - 2nd February) |
£8.00 |
|
Years 2 - 6
|
Learn to play the recorder (for beginners only and will need to bring in own recorder) |
Thursday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 8th January - 5th February) |
£10.00 |
|
Years 1 & 2
|
Dodgeball |
Thursday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 8th January - 5th February)
|
£10.00 |
|
KS2 Boys (Years 3,4,5 & 6)
|
Dodgeball |
Friday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 9th January - 6th February) |
£10.00 |
| Years 2 - 6 | Performance Club |
Friday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (Starts 9th January - 20th March) (no session 13th February - PD Day) |
£18.00 |
Children are to come into school in their PE kit on the day that they are going to an afterschool sports club.
School Admissions Arrangements 2027/2028
We have been asked by Shropshire Council to share the following information regarding School Admissions Arrangements 2027/2028.
Please follow the link below
Screen Time Information
Shrewsbury Town Women
Shrewsbury Town Carol Service
SEND Meet & Chat Sessions
PACC (Parent Carer Council Shropshire)
Please follow the link below to November's newsletter
PACC’s Healthy Lives Holiday Programme
Easter and School Half-Terms (Shropshire Term dates) - Activity sessions for 8-14 year old's and 14-25 years old's.
Summer- Activity sessions for 8-14 year old's and 14-25 years old's, all- age family activities, increased offer for children and young people with complex needs.
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Nut free School
A reminder that we are a nut free school. We have children with severe allergies so we ask that nut products are not brought in lunch boxes or for snacks.
Class Structure 2025/2026
| Elm Class (Reception) | Miss Jackson |
| Ash Class (Reception & Year 1) | Mr Teague |
| Willow Class (Year 1 & 2) | Mr Morris |
| Oak Class (Year 2) | Mrs Williams & Miss Howard |
| Maple Class (Year 3) | Mrs Heath |
| Beech Class (Year 4) | Mrs Kennard |
| Cedar Class (Year 5) | Miss Lloyd-Jenkins |
| Birch Class (Year 6) | Mrs Duncan |
PE Days
The table below shows each classes PE days for this term.
Please continue to ensure that the children come to school in their PE kits on these days.
| Class | PE Days |
| Elm | Wednesday & Friday |
| Ash | Monday & Friday |
| Willow |
Wednesday & Friday |
| Oak | Tuesday & Friday |
| Maple | Tuesday & Friday |
| Beech | Monday & Friday |
| Cedar | Wednesday & Thursday |
| Birch | Monday & Thursday |
Immunisations - is your child up to date?
Severnvale
Shropshire Family Information Service
Please follow the link below to the Shropshire Family Information Services newsletter for September
Shropshire Parenting Helpline and Workshops
SAHA New U8 Girls Team
Brightstar
Actio
Rugby
Junior Park Run
Junior Parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) and would be great training for any child who wishes to keep fit, take up running or for those who sign up for the Shropshire Half Marathon
Please see the link below for more information
Shrewsbury Park Run Information
Kickstars
Shropshire Music Service
Shropshire Hills Ensemble
Astons Kickboxing Academy
Shrewsbury Hockey Club
Mini Kickers
Martial Arts Taster Sessions
