Dear Parents and Carers,
It doesn't seem possible that I am writing the final newsletter of the academic year! I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you all for your support throughout the year. As is always the case in schools, so much happens in a year! At the heart of everything we have done this year has been our new vision and values. We believe that every child is 'Created to Shine', and our values of Love and Aspire are at the heart of everything we do.
It has been a privilege to see how all of our children have grown and have shone brightly in all their different ways. I hope you all have a restful and enjoyable summer break. We look forward to welcoming everybody back to school on Wednesday 2nd September.
Reminders for the last few days of term:
Important notes & attachments:
- You will be aware from previous newsletters that Ticklemetoo will be leaving St Margaret's at the end of the Autumn Term. We are pleased to announce that Activ8 will be our new wrap-around care provider from January 2027. Please see the attached flyer for more information about this provision and a QR code for where you can register your interest.
- Mrs Bray has been working incredibly hard on our new RSHE policy and curriculum. Please see the attached letter which explains the changes to our RSHE curriculum. Do get in touch if you have feedback as parental consultation is an important part of the process.
- A reminder about our new uniform policy which will be live from September - https://www.stmargaretsprimary.org.uk/page/?title=Uniform&pid=53
- Last week I wrote to parents & carers about our mobile phone policy, which will also be live from September - https://www.stmargaretsprimary.org.uk/page/?title=Mobile+Phones&pid=116
- As per the letter last week, we will be moving to Tapestry from September as our contract with Seesaw comes to an end. We will soon be sharing information to support the set-up of this new system and gaining permissions. Please also look out for an email from Tapestry with a link to set up your account. If there are any issues, please email us using tapestry@stmargaretsprimary.org.uk.
- Please see attached information for parents from Mrs Challis regarding SEND support groups and workshops for parents.
- Some parents have asked for the details of some of the songs we sing at school. Please see the link below to our website where you can find the songs we have sung this year in Collective Worship. https://www.stmargaretsprimary.org.uk/attachments/download.asp?file=635&type=pdf
- Attached are two letters giving information about school-led clubs and external provider clubs for the autumn term. These will be available via MCAS to book your child's space by the end of the term. Spaces are limited and offered on a first come first serve basis so please act quickly to secure your child's place.
Attachments: Dates for your Diary, RSHE Letter and Policy, Smartphone free letter, SEND Parent Support Group Umbrellas Autumn 2026 and SEN Training, Activ8For Kids Wrap Around Care Club, Charlotte Reader Summer Workshops and Class flyers, School led and External After School and Lunchtime Clubs lists
Best wishes,
Mr. Lumley
Headteacher