Email – Year 6

Messages emailed to Year 6 parents

5 days ago
Posted on 01st May 2026 by

Y6 SATs Breakfast Club

Dear Parents/Carers,

During SATs week, we will be running our free Year 6 SATs Breakfast Club each morning to help pupils start the day calmly and confidently.

If your child prefers familiar foods, we kindly suggest that they have breakfast at home beforehand so that they feel settled and ready for their assessments. They are still welcome to eat at Breakfast Club, but this will ensure they are already well‑fuelled for the morning.

Please return the permission slip by Wednesday 6th May 2026 so we can plan numbers and catering.

As part of our approach to SATs, and with everyone’s wellbeing at the forefront of our minds, we will be going on our Nature Walk on the afternoon of Wednesday 13th May during SATs week. This will give the children a chance to relax, reset and enjoy some time outdoors after their assessments that day.

If the weather is good, please ensure your child has sun cream and a sun hat.

Thank you for your support.

The Year 6 Team

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3 weeks ago
Posted on 15th Apr 2026 by

WhatsApp Issues

Dear Parents and Carers,

We would like to draw your attention to some ongoing concerns regarding children’s use of digital devices outside of school. Recently, we have become aware of large WhatsApp groups involving our pupils. This has unfortunately led to issues such as inappropriate language being used and a high number of disagreements.

As you may know, WhatsApp has a minimum age requirement of 13. Children in primary school are often not yet ready to use such apps responsibly, which is why these restrictions are in place. Despite our Year 6 teams speaking with pupils about online safety and the age limits for apps like WhatsApp, the problem continues.

We kindly ask that you regularly review your child’s online activity and talk with them about how they are using digital platforms. Your support in reinforcing these messages at home is invaluable.

When issues arise outside of school, they can take up significant time during the school day, time that should be focused on learning. By working together, we can help ensure that children remain safe online and fully engaged whilst in school.

Thank you for your continued support.

Miss Cook

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3 weeks ago
Posted on 12th Apr 2026 by

Welcome Back Year 6

We hope you and your family enjoyed a lovely Easter break. Year 6 have another busy half term ahead of us with lots of exciting activities planned as well as our SATs the week commencing 11th May.

PE lessons will remain on the same days: Tuesdays (gymnastics indoors) and Fridays (tennis outdoors) during Summer 1. Please remember to send your child with a water bottle every day and ensure that children are wearing correct uniform.

See you back in class on Monday 13th April!

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2 months ago
Posted on 13th Mar 2026 by

Newdale’s Got Talent in Year 6

Year 6 enjoyed watching their classmates audition for Newdale’s Got Talent. We can’t wait to find out which acts have made it through to the next round!

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2 months ago
Posted on 10th Mar 2026 by

Online Safety letter – Year 6

Dear Parents and Carers,

We are writing to make you aware of a number of recent incidents involving some of our Year 6 pupils not being as mindful as they should be when using the internet and online platforms at home. While many children use technology confidently, they do not always recognise the risks or understand how quickly situations online can escalate.

To help us keep all pupils safe, we are asking for your support with the following:

  • Regularly check your child’s online activity, including the apps, games, and websites they are using, as well as any messages or group chats they are part of.
  • Have open conversations at home about online safety, including how to behave responsibly, how to respond if something makes them uncomfortable, and why it is important to speak to a trusted adult if they are unsure about anything they see or experience online.
  • Review privacy settings together and ensure your child only communicates with people they know in real life.
  • Remind them that their actions online have real‑world consequences, just as they do in school or in the community.

We continue to teach online safety as part of our curriculum and address concerns as they arise, but your involvement at home makes a significant difference. Working together helps ensure that children develop the awareness, resilience, and good judgement they need to navigate the online world safely.

If you have any questions or would like further guidance on supporting your child online, please contact the school office or follow the link from the NSPCC below.

Thank you for your continued support.

Keeping children safe online | NSPCC

 

Kind regards

 

Miss Cook

Headteacher

Newdale Primary School and Nursery

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2 months ago
Posted on 05th Mar 2026 by

Newdale’s Got Talent in Year 6

On Wednesday 11th March, year 6 will have the opportunity to audition (if they would like to) for Newdale’s Got Talent. We would like the children to come prepared with their act already finalised so that they can perform for their peers. The children will then vote for the act that they would like to put forward into the quarter finals.

Please note, the acts need to be able to be performed on the stage in the school hall for the final performance. The children will need to bring in any accessories/ equipment that they require (within reason). Please speak to class teachers if unsure.

Due to auditions, the nature walk has been postponed. We will re-schedule this for later in the term.

Kind regards,

Year 6 Team