Staffing Update
We’re delighted to share that Mrs Towle is expecting her second child at Easter. Recruitment for her position will begin after Christmas, and we’ll keep Class Lewis families informed of any changes.
School Photo Day – Thursday 9th October
Individual pupil photographs will be taken during the school day.
Sibling Photos:
- Pupils with siblings at the same school will have their sibling photo taken during the day.
- Families with siblings at Heathfields are invited to arrive at 8:30am for their sibling photo.
Year 3 Science Request
Next week, Year 3 will be learning about nutrition in science. We would be grateful if children could bring in clean food packaging to support this learning. Please ensure the packaging does not contain nuts or oranges, due to allergy concerns.
Sandpit News
The children are loving their new sandpit! A huge thank you to all the families who supported the PTFA’s fundraising efforts. If you’re having a clear-out of summer items and no longer need buckets, spades, or similar toys, please consider donating them to school to help enhance playtime.
OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning)
We are approaching the time of the year when the weather gets older and wet. We now have our newly built welly shed. Please can you send in a labelled pair of wellies and ensure your child has a waterproof coat so they can continue to play outside in wet weather. Thank you.
Parents’ Evening – Book Your Slot!
Appointments are filling up fast! If you haven’t booked yet, please make sure to secure your slot as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
They take place on Wednesday 22nd October and Thursday 23rd October. This is a valuable opportunity for you to meet with your child’s class teacher and discuss their progress.
How to Book:
Parents can sign up for a 10-minute session with the class teacher via Arbor. The booking link will go live today at 4pm.
We encourage all parents to book early to secure a convenient time. If you have any questions or need assistance with Arbor, please contact the school office.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Reading Reminders
Please ensure your child reads regularly and has their reading diary signed at least four times each week. This helps us support their progress and build strong reading habits.
If a child does not meet this expectation for two consecutive weeks, their class teacher will follow up with a phone call home. If the issue continues into a third week, then Mrs Davies or Mrs Williams will contact you to explore how we can offer further support.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s learning journey.
PTFA Meeting – Everyone Welcome!
Thursday 16th October - 9:00–10:00am at Heathfields
Parents from both schools are warmly invited to join us for our upcoming PTFA meeting. It’s a great chance to:
No regular commitment is required — any help is appreciated!
The PTFA raises funds that directly support our schools and create fun, family-friendly events throughout the year. Come along, get involved, and help make a difference!
Celebrations
The House Champions this week were Team Peel.
The class with the best attendance was class Almond with 98.89%.
The class with the highest number of readers was class Almond with 93%.
The class with the most TTRS engagement was class Lewis with 68%.
School Terms and Holiday Dates 2025/2026
Autumn Term 2026
Term starts: Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Inset day: Friday 17th October 2025
Holiday: Monday 27th October - Friday 31st October 2025
Term ends: Friday 19th December 2025
Holiday: Monday 22nd December – Friday 2nd January 2026
Spring Term 2026
Inset day: Monday 5th January 2026
Term starts: Tuesday 6th January 2026
Half-term Holiday: Monday 16th February – Friday 20th February 2026
Term ends: Friday 27th March 2026
Holiday: Monday 30th March 2026 – Friday 10th April 2026
Easter Sunday: Sunday 5th April 2026
Summer Term 2026
Term starts: Monday 13th April 2026
May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026
Half-term Holiday: Monday 25th May – Friday 29th May 2026
Term ends: Monday 20th July 2026 (Inset Day)
Holiday: Tuesday 21st July – Monday 31 August 2026
Inset Days:
Monday 1st September 2025
Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Friday 17th October 2025
Monday 5th January 2026
Monday 20th July 2026
Additional Date:
Thursday 7th May 2026 due to Polling Day
