Thursday 26th October 2023
Good Afternoon Parents & Guardians
We hope that everyone has had a good week.
The children looked fantastic all dressed up in their Halloween Costumes!!
A reminder that we break up today for Half Term.
Tomorrow, Friday 27th October is a PD Day.
We look forward to seeing the children back in school on Monday 6th October 2023.
Swimming Years 4 & 5
Next term, Years 4 & 5 will be swimming on a Monday.
They will need to come to school in their PE kits and bring their swimming kits in a separate bag.
Breakfast & Afterschool Club
The booking form for next half term is now closed.
If you require a place, please contact the office and speak with Mrs Craig.
Please can we ask that any outstanding balances are settled as soon as possible and no later than Friday 27th October.
Secondary Application deadline – 31 October 2023
The closing date for secondary applications is 31 October 2023 which falls in the half-term holidays. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to submit an application as soon as possible but before the deadline date. This will ensure that if you encounter any problems, you can be supported/helped and to submit your application on time. There is no grace period for late applications. The link for the website is – Transferring to secondary school | Shropshire Council
The School Admissions Team strongly encourage parents to name three preferences, particularly if you reside in the Shrewsbury area. Please see the Parents’ Guide to Education in Shropshire Booklet for further information. The link to the document is Parents' guide to education | Shropshire Council
If you have already made an application and wish to add additional preferences please contact school-admissions@shropshire.gov.uk
Afterschool Clubs
We are pleased to offer the following clubs this half term.
Places can be booked via Arbor and they will be 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 |
| Years 3 & 4 | Multi Sports | Monday 3.15pm - 4.15pm | £12.00 |
| Years 5 & 6 | Tag Rugby |
Wednesday 3.15pm - 4.15pm |
£12.00 |
| Years 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 | Performance Club (singing, drama & narrating) |
Friday 3.15pm - 4.15pm (no Club 8th December) |
£10.00 |
Poppy Appeal
Poppies are in school and will be on sale from Monday 6th November 2023.
We also have zip pulls (50p), reflectors (£1), wrist bands (£1) and snap bands (£1.50) for sale as well as other items (£1).
Bonfire Night Menu
On Thursday 9th November, there will be a special Bonfire Menu
Breakfast Club
A reminder that Breakfast Club drop off is between 7.45am and 8am each morning. There is a member of staff on the gate only during these times.
Due to staffing, pupils arriving outside of these times may not be accepted.
PE Days
The table below shows each classes PE days.
Please continue to ensure that the children come to school in their PE kits on these days.
| Class | PE Days |
| Elm | Thursday & Friday |
| Ash | Thursday & Friday |
| Willow | Tuesday & Friday |
| Oak | Monday & Friday |
| Maple | Monday & Wednesday |
| Beech | Monday (swimming) & Thursday |
| Birch (Year 5) | Monday (swimming) & Friday |
| Cedar (Year 6) | Monday & Friday |
School Meals
As of Monday 6th November, Shire Services are increasing the cost of a hot dinner. A meal will now cost £2.50.
Please can we ask that any outstanding balances are settled as soon as possible and no later than Friday 27th October.
All school lunches are required to be paid for in advance.