End of Term Letter

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End of Term Letter – Spring 2026

Spring Term is moving incredibly quickly, and before the final 3 weeks become even busier, I wanted to share some important updates.

This has been a wonderful term. We have supported two fantastic charities — the NSPCC and the Air Ambulance — and our Values Champions are already thinking of additional ways we can help our community.

It has been lovely to see the bulbs the children planted in September and October now growing and flourishing around school.

Reading and Times Tables continue to be whole‑school priorities, and we are grateful for your support at home.

Wrap Around Care

Our Wrap Around Care provision has now launched.

Curriculum Updates: We move to focus on Hope.

🌱 Governor Vacancies – Help Our Pupils Grow and Flourish

We are looking for people who want to make a real difference to children’s lives and help our school continue to grow, flourish and thrive. Governors play a vital role in shaping the direction of the school, supporting leaders, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If interested, please message the school.

We meet three times a year on Tuesday mornings, with school visits arranged flexibly to fit around your commitments. You don’t need experience in education — just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a commitment to our pupils.

Co‑opted Governor (1 vacancy)

We welcome interest from members of the parish, local residents, community groups, and local businesses. This role is ideal for someone who wants to use their skills to support children’s learning, wellbeing and opportunities.

Parent Governor (1 vacancy)

If you are a parent or carer and want to represent the parent community, you may wish to stand in our upcoming parent governor election. Your insight and experience as a parent are invaluable in shaping the school’s future.

Safeguarding Commitment

Safeguarding is a key part of the governor role. All successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check before appointment.

If you’re passionate about helping children succeed and want to contribute to our school community, we would love to hear from you.

Easter Concert

year 5 Lead our Easter concert (see Below). We aim to host an Easter Tombola, If you can, please can you Dontate an Easter Egg for our end of term Tombola. 

Key Dates and Events

March

  • Friday 6th March:
    • World Book Day & Mad Hatter’s Tea Party (1:45–2:30pm, gates close at 2pm) Walk around to classes to collect then continue around to the hall. Exit via front door.
    • Selected Year 5 & 6 pupils – Football Event at Lilleshall
  • Monday 9th March: Selected Year 5 visit to Newport Girls’ School
  • Tuesday 17th March: Year 3 – Experience Easter at St Matthew’s
  • Friday 20th March: We will not be taking part in Red Nose Day this year, as pupils chose to raise money for the Air Ambulance instead
  • Tuesday 24th March: Year 5 & 6 Shakespeare Workshops – A Midsummer Night’s Dream
  • Thursday 26th March: Year 5 lead the Easter Concert – The Three Trees (1:45pm) and Easter Tombola. 
  • Friday 27th March: Last Day of Term

April

  • Tuesday 14th April: Return to school after Easter (school closed Monday 13th)
  • Monday 20th April: Year 6 Swimming begins (separate letter to follow)
  • Week Beginning 20th April: Whole‑school Wellbeing Event (awaiting confirmation)
  • Tuesday 28th April: Year 5 & 6 visit to New Road for We Will Rock You

May

  • Monday 4th May: Bank Holiday
  • Monday 11th May: Year 6 SATs Week
  • Friday 22nd May: Last Day of Half Term

June

  • Monday 1st June: Term Starts

July

  • Monday 6th & Tuesday 7th July: Probable Transition Days (awaiting confirmation)
  • Thursday 9th July: Reports Sent Out
  • Friday 17th July: Break Up for Summer

Term dates for 2026–2027 can be found here:
https://www.telford.gov.uk/info/1016/schools_and_learning/6/school_term_dates/3

Further Ahead

We are excited to share that we have booked a whole‑school trip to Hoo Zoo for the summer term. More details will follow.

Staffing Updates

We are delighted to welcome back Mrs Poyner, and we say a warm thank you and goodbye to Miss Jones. Class 3J will now become 3P.

Miss Price is currently off work, and Miss O’Shea continues to do a fantastic job leading and inspiring the class.