Please see a letter about our Ofsted inspection over the next two days.

Mr Fox

Letter to parents.docx

Information & Other Resources
October Half Term Holiday Activity Programme
Take a look at our October Half Term Holiday Activity Programme covering Monday 28 October to Sunday 3 November 2024.
Lots of fun activities for £2
For further information and to check out the brochure click on the link below
https://www.telfordandwrekinleisure.co.uk/info/3/facilities/76/holiday-activity-programm
Urban Games- October Offer
This October Urban games are offering :-
BMX biking to multi sports sessions including cricket, football, basketball and lots of others hosted by professional coaches, there’s something for everyone at a host of venues across Telford.
Best of all, they are completely free and have been funded by the council’s Safer and Stronger Communities project.
For further information follow the link below
https://www.telford.gov.uk/info/20390/events_and_activities/6460/urban_games

Hello Yellow Day

On Thursday 10th October, we celebrated World Mental Health day. We wore yellow to show each other that we are not alone and that there is support here at school for children who are struggling with their mental health.

Thank you for your generosity. We have raised a total of £203.25p!

This will be donated to Young Minds.

Hello Yellow Money Raised Poster 2024.pdf

Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope this letter finds you well. As the school year comes to a close, we wanted to share with you the successes and developments at Donnington Wood Junior School, as highlighted in our July 2024 Summary Report. The progress we have made aligns closely with our strategic goals, and we are pleased to demonstrate how these achievements contribute to providing a high-quality education for all our pupils.
Celebrating Our Successes

1. Quality of Education
One of our key strategic goals is to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education. Over the past year, we have made significant strides in improving the delivery of the curriculum:
– Improved Curriculum Planning
Leaders have implemented a full review of lesson sequences across subjects. As a result, pupils are demonstrating better understanding and retention of knowledge, which is evident in their books and during class discussions.
– ‘Forever Facts’ & Retrieval Practice: The introduction of these learning techniques has made a positive impact on pupils’ ability to retain and recall knowledge, setting a strong foundation for future learning.
– Increased Staff Confidence: Teachers have reported greater confidence in their subject knowledge, particularly in embedding retrieval practice and metacognitive strategies. This has led to more effective teaching and learning across the school.
– Handwriting and Grammar Improvements: The focused teaching of handwriting and grammar has resulted in visible improvements across the school, enhancing pupils’ writing skills.
2. Leadership and Management
The leadership team, alongside our subject leaders, has worked tirelessly to ensure continuous improvement:
– Monitoring and Teacher Development:
A structured monitoring cycle has allowed leaders to provide targeted coaching, resulting in teachers gaining independence and stronger subject knowledge.
– Support for Vulnerable Pupils: We continue to be a ‘safe haven’ for pupils facing challenges, as highlighted in our recent SIAMS inspection. Our pastoral support remains exemplary, ensuring that all pupils are supported in their learning journeys.

3. Behaviour and Attitudes
We are proud of the positive behaviour and attitudes demonstrated by our pupils:
– Empathy and Emotional Regulation: Pupils are not only managing their own emotions but are also supporting their peers, showing empathy and kindness. These skills are a reflection of our strong behaviour curriculum.
– Living Our Christian Values: The behaviour of our pupils continues to be excellent, reflecting the school’s Christian values of respect, empathy, and kindness. This was noted in the SIAMS report, which praised the positive impact of these values on school culture.

4. Personal Development
We have expanded opportunities for pupils to engage in extracurricular activities:
– Extracurricular Expansion: We have increased the range of clubs available, including gymnastics, football, and rugby, particularly targeting vulnerable groups. These activities provide pupils with additional opportunities for growth beyond school

Next Steps and Ongoing Commitment
As we look towards the future, we remain committed to:
– Continuous Improvement: We will strive to narrow the gap between our school’s outcomes and national standards, particularly in core subjects such as mathematics, reading, and writing. (When released (end of October) we share our pride in the improvement we have made)
– Curriculum Refinement: Our curriculum will continue to evolve, with a focus on ensuring that every pupil, regardless of their background or ability, can access and succeed in their learning.
– Community Engagement: We are dedicated to maintaining strong relationships with you, our parents and carers. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will continue to listen, engage, and work together to provide the best possible education for your children. (In September we will host open afternoons and events, and later in year different curriculum events.)
Thank you once again for your continued support. Together, we will ensure that Donnington Wood Junior School remains a place where every child thrives, feels valued, and reaches their full potential.

Yours sincerely,
Chair of Governors
Donnington Wood Junior School

Harvest Festival Invitation
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are delighted to invite you to our Harvest Festival on 24th October 2024. The event will start at 1:45 PM and will last approximately 30 minutes.
This year, Year 3 will be leading the festival, with other classes joining in for the singing. We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you.
Donations are welcome and will be greatly appreciated.
We hope to see you there!
Best regards,
DWJS

Over 10% of families have signed up to this free resource!

If you are interested follow the steps on the attachment.

Haberdashers’ Adams Grammar School has partnered with Atom Learning to provide children who are eligible for pupil premium with a free Atom Home learning account (usual cost £575 per year!). Atom Home covers all KS2 topics in maths, English and science. The account also includes access to personalised SATs resources and 11+ practice for children who are planning to take the grammar school entrance test.

If your child is currently in years 3-6 and has been eligible for income-based free school meals at any point in the last six years, please register via the link below (you do not need to be planning to apply to Haberdashers’ Adams to be eligible). Your child’s primary school will be required to provide proof of eligibility for pupil premium as part of this process.
Registration link: https://atomlearning.com/pupil-premium/adamsgs

Please email Kate Hibbs, Head of Outreach – outreach with any questions.

Pupil Premium Support Programme _ Haberdashers’ Adams & Atom Learning .pdf

Atom letter.pdf

T&W VS Model CIC Policy 2024-25.pdf

Pupil Voice 2024.pdf

Please find attached the Upcoming Social Events for the Telford Autism Hub.

If you have any interest in any of the events, please contact the Hub via. admin to confirm your attendance and specify which event(s) you will attending, so they can keep a record of this information for each event. Please note that these events are on a first come, first served basis, and that places will be limited.

OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2024 Telford Autism Hub Upcoming Events.pdf