Dear Parents and Carers,
Thank you to every parent who attended Parents' Evening this week. It was wonderful to see so many families in school and to strengthen the valuable partnership between home and school that helps our children thrive.
We hosted our Book Fair, packed with a fantastic range of books. It was wonderful to see so many children excitedly exploring the shelves, discovering new stories and finding books they were eager to read.
We have also relocated our library to a new area of the school, creating an inviting space where pupils can browse, discover and enjoy a wide range of books. The new location gives children even greater access to reading throughout the school day and helps place books at the heart of school life.
To round off our reading-focused week, we welcomed local Tamworth author Ben Davis into school. Ben, author of popular children's books including the Lenny Lemmon series, The Soup Movement, My Brilliant Plan to Fix Everything and The Private Blog of Joe Cowley, shared his passion for reading and writing with our pupils, inspiring the next generation of readers and storytellers.
Year 6 Science Lesson
Please could all Year 6 children bring an empty jar into school by Friday for a practical Science lesson. Thank you for your support.
Year 5 Staffing Update
We are delighted to share that Miss Richardson is expecting her first baby. She will begin her maternity leave after Christmas, and we will confirm the exact date in due course. We are already planning carefully for this transition to ensure continuity for the children, with a thorough handover and a teacher who shares our values and high expectations. As always, our priority is to provide consistency, stability and excellent teaching so that all children continue to thrive.
Sustainability Fridays
Apologies for any confusion caused, but we have renamed our Forest Fridays to Sustainability Fridays. This change better reflects our aim of helping children develop a deeper understanding of sustainability, environmental responsibility and the positive actions they can take to care for the world around them.
On these days, children may come to school wearing suitable clothing for outdoor learning, such as wellington boots, trainers, waterproof coats and clothes that they do not mind getting a little muddy. Activities will continue to include exploration, practical learning and opportunities to engage with the natural environment.
If you have any questions, please speak to your child's class teacher.
Shared Learning at Home
Next Friday, children will bring home their Maths books for you to look through and celebrate the learning they have been completing in school. This is a wonderful opportunity to talk with your child about their mathematical understanding and the progress they have made. Please ensure that all Maths books are returned to school on Monday so that learning can continue as planned. Thank you for your support.
Summer Reading Challenge Results
We are proud to announce that our school finished 6th place in the Summer Reading Challenge. A fantastic achievement that reflects our pupils' enthusiasm and love of reading. Well done to everyone who took part!
Harvest Food Bank Collection - Reminder
A reminder that we are collecting donations to support families and individuals in our local community through our local food bank as part of our Harvest celebrations. Food banks rely on the kindness and generosity of local people, and every donation helps provide essential food and household items to those who need them most.
If you are able to contribute, we would be very grateful for your support. Together, we can make a real difference to those facing challenging circumstances.
Please send any donations into school by Monday 19th October.
PTFA
Holidays Activities and Food (HAF) Programme
Did you know that your child may be eligible for the 'Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme'? HAF provides free holiday clubs during school holidays, offering a range of exciting activities as well as a nutritious meal for eligible children and young people.
We encourage families to check whether they qualify and to explore the activities available in their area.
See the leaflets attached at the bottom of the newsletter for further details and eligibility information.
Free Tennis Session
Dear Parents, Pupils and Staff,
We’d love to invite pupils, families and staff from schools across Tamworth to enjoy a FREE tennis coaching session at Tamworth Castle Grounds! ??
Whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or have played before, our friendly MicroSports coaches will help you get involved, learn new skills and, most importantly, have fun on court.
We have sessions available for children of different ages as well as adults, so the whole family can get involved. No previous tennis experience is needed and equipment can be provided.
To claim your free session, simply visit our booking page : Clubspark / Tamworth Castle Grounds / Coaching, choose the appropriate session and enter the discount code TAMWORTHSCHOOL at checkout.
Please book your place in advance so our coaches know who to expect.
For any questions or help choosing the right session, please email
kat@micro-sports.co.uk.
We’d love to welcome more children and families from across Tamworth onto the courts and hope to see you there soon!
AWARDS
This week's attendance winners are Lewis 100%.
This week's PRIDE winners are Aethelflaed.
Thank you for your continued support and we hope you have a wonderful weekend. School is open again on Monday as normal.
Mrs Harridence & The Wilnecote Team
