Children in Need

🎉 Children in Need – Non-Uniform Day This Friday! 🎉
This Friday is a non-school uniform day to help raise money for Children in Need. We’d love everyone to take part, so feel free to wear any clothes you like—the more colourful and creative, the better!
If you’re heading to Asda, why not buy and wear something Pudsey-themed to show your support?
Last week, Year 5 took part in the Radio Shropshire Three-Legged Race and even got to meet Pudsey in person—and yes, I was on the radio too!

A Donation link will be shared on Parent pay, or cash can be brought in.

Let’s make this Friday fun and full of kindness. Thank you for your support!

Free

Free Atom Home account for PP children
Haberdashers’ Adams have partnered with Atom Learning to provide children who are eligible for pupil premium with a free Atom Home 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 this link: https://atomlearning.com/pupil-premium/adamsgs Your child’s primary school will be required to provide proof of eligibility for pupil premium before your account is created.

For more information, please email pupilpremium

Thank you
Robert

St Matthew’s Church Welcome Saturday

We are holding our annual fundraising event in aid of The Children’s Society and our craft activities for children and adults is designing and making stained glass artwork using a variety of media.

Thank you again for helping our Parish Church reach out to the local community, it is greatly appreciated.

God’s Blessings,

Louise
Louise Inwood
St Matthew’s Church
Donnington Wood

Sausage Saturday Children’s Society .pdf

Snacks

parents have asked me to share healthy, nut-free, seed-free, and dairy-free snack ideas suitable for junior school children to enjoy at playtime. Our school’s policy promotes nutritious snacks and avoiding chocolate, cakes, and crisps:

🍎 Fresh Fruit Options

• Apple slices (sprinkled with a little lemon juice to prevent browning)

• Banana

• Grapes (cut in half for safety)

• Orange segments or easy-peel mandarins

• Pears

• Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

• Melon cubes or watermelon sticks

🥕 Vegetable Snacks

• Carrot sticks

• Cucumber slices

• Cherry tomatoes

• Bell pepper strips

• Sugar snap peas

🍞 Grain-Based Snacks (Dairy/Nut/Seed-Free)

• Plain rice cakes

• Mini pitta bread (wholemeal if possible)

• Breadsticks (check ingredients for dairy)

• Oatcakes (ensure no dairy or seeds)

• Homemade or store-bought dairy-free mini pancakes (e.g., banana oat pancakes)

🍌 Simple Homemade Ideas

• Fruit kebabs: chunks of fruit on a skewer (no sharp ends)

• Dairy-free banana muffins: made with oat flour and fruit puree

• Vegetable wraps: small wraps with hummus (if seed-free) or mashed avocado

âś… Tips for Parents

• Always check packaging for hidden dairy, nuts, or seeds.

• Avoid processed snacks unless clearly labelled as suitable.

• Keep portions small and easy to eat quickly before playtime.