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10 months ago
Posted on 01st Jul 2025 by

Photo Consent for Careers Day

As you all know, we had a fantastic careers day this week. We are very grateful to the people that came in to share what they do with our children.

Some of our visitors have asked if they can be sent some of the photoshots we took to put on their social media eg the police would like some to form part of their safer neighbourhood work.

We know who does not give photo consent in our school, but just wanted to check everyone else is happy for this to happen.

If you are not, please contact the office by Friday lunchtime.

Kind regards,

10 months ago
Posted on 20th Jun 2025 by

Maternity News!

Dear Parents/Carers of Reception children,

There is something in the water at Newdale!!

Mrs Buckingham is very pleased to announce that she is expecting her first bundle of joy.

We all hope that Mrs Buckingham will continue teaching until October half term, at which point she will begin her maternity leave.

We all wish Mrs Buckingham and her family the very best of luck.

Miss Cook

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10 months ago
Posted on 16th Jun 2025 by

Water Safety

With the weather warming up and the temptation to go for walks and play outdoors, often looking for spots to keep cool, the risks near water for children can increase.

We know how excited children get by the water but standing too close to the edge can be dangerous. Please look at the attached link with the SAFE message, to Stay Away From the Edge.

It’s never too early to start talking to your children about staying safe near water.

Talk to your children when you’re out and about near water, whether you’re walking or cycling, out on a trip to feed the ducks or look at the boats.

There is a fantastic video and song to help your child learn about water safety and even a downloadable free story book with lovely pictures.

For early years and primary infants: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/enjoy-the-waterways/safety-on-our-waterways/water-safety-tips-for-parents

Water safety book

 

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10 months ago
Posted on 08th Jun 2025 by

Early years fun day

Early Years Family Fun Day

Saturday 14 June at Telford Town Park

Families are invited to join us at Telford Town Park on Saturday 14 June for a free Family fun day, running from 11am to 3pm.

Organised by the Council’s early years team, the day will include creative workshops, outdoor play, face painting and a live storytelling session with the fabulous Sal Tonge.

It is a great chance for families to enjoy a fun day out while also learning about local support services. Friendly staff will be on hand to offer advice on childcare funding, wraparound care, happy health and active holiday club activities and family hubs.

No booking is needed, families are welcome to drop in at any time during the day.

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11 months ago
Posted on 21st May 2025 by

Reception Message

Good afternoon,

Only a couple of days left until the end of half term!

The children have had a great week, enjoying our trip to Wrekin Forest School yesterday. We hope they told you all about it and slept well! We will send some photos out via Evidence Me soon so you can see the day in action.

We wanted to remind you that Mrs Cleobury will be leaving us at the end of this week to begin her maternity leave. We would like to take the opportunity to bid her farewell,  best of luck and of course say a huge thank you for all her hard work with the children. She will be missed, but promises to pay us a visit before the end of the academic year.

Thank you

The Reception team.

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11 months ago
Posted on 13th May 2025 by

Free School Meals

Dear Parents/Carers,

We already have many families who enjoy the benefits after applying for Free School Meals and we urge you to reconsider if you meet the criteria listed below.

By applying for Free School Meals, very often parents think it is all directly linked to school dinners- it isn’t! If you qualify for Free School Meals, it also means that you are entitled to significantly reduced prices for school trips, breakfast clubs and after school clubs. There are many other benefits that your child could directly receive to potentially support them at home and if needed, with their learning at school.

Families with children in years Reception up to Year 6 can apply for Free School Meals if they are entitled to certain benefits and have an annual income of £16,190 or below.

Please follow the below link as this will take you to the Telford & Wrekin website where you are able to access more information and download an application form which will be sent directly to the team. Or alternatively, speak to a member of staff in the school office for support in applying.

How do I apply? – Free School Meals – Telford & Wrekin Council

12 months ago
Posted on 02nd May 2025 by

School Uniform

Wow! What beautiful weather we have been having recently!

As the weather is getting warmer, please can you ensure that your child has a water bottle, a sun hat and wears sun cream to school. If your child needs to reapply sunscreen during the day, we ask that it’s kept in their bag with their name on, and then applied by the themselves when appropriate.

Just a quick reminder about our uniform policy…

At Newdale our school colours are navy blue, black and grey.

We request children wear a navy jumper or cardigan and grey or black skirts / pinafores or trousers along with a light blue collared shirt. If you would like to order uniform with our school logo on, please do so via Baker and Sons Schoolwear in New Street, Wellington 01952 641897.  This is not compulsory: uniform without a logo is acceptable as long as it matches our chosen colours. In warmer months, blue gingham dresses / black or grey smart shorts can be worn.  Please ensure that these are of an appropriate length and aren’t too high above the knee.

All children need to wear sensible shoes (no heels or trainers please). In the colder weather, girls are permitted to wear black, navy or grey tights.

PE Kit

We have decided that we will continue with allowing children to come to school in their School PE kit on PE days. The reasons for this is linked to the time it takes for some children to get changed often eats significantly into the actual time carrying out PE lessons. It is also much simpler to do this, when looking at the lack of private space for children to get changed, and the unhygienic option of them getting changed in the toilets.

The school PE kit is as follows –

A plain or school logo navy PE top

Plain navy shorts or tracksuit bottoms

A plain or school logo navy sweatshirt/hoodie

Black pumps or trainers

We do ask that no sports logo kit is used as school PE kit please – they must be either plain or with the Newdale logo. It is important that everyone abides by our uniform rules as we know how important is it that children feel part of our Newdale team.

Thank you for your continued support.

We hope you continue to enjoy this glorious weather.

 

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12 months ago
Posted on 28th Apr 2025 by

Reception Message

Good morning,

We have updated our timetable for this term. Forest school will now be on a Thursday afternoon.
Please wear PE kits to school and bring in a separate forest kit on this day.

However, please note this Thursday (1st May) is class photo day, so for this day only, please can children come dressed in normal school uniform and bring forest kits in a separate bag for the afternoon.

Thank you
Reception