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3 months ago
Posted on 05th Feb 2026 by

Parent Guide to Reading at Home

This guide is designed to support parents and carers in encouraging and supporting their child’s reading at home. If you have any questions or would like further guidance, please speak to your child’s class teacher or teaching assistant, who will be happy to help. Thank you to all parents and carers for your continued support with reading at home. Your commitment to encouraging and supporting your child’s reading is invaluable and greatly appreciated- it truly makes a difference!

Parent Guide to Reading at Home 2026

3 months ago
Posted on 05th Feb 2026 by

Red Nose Day – Friday 20th March 2026

Newdale will once again be taking part in Red Nose Day on Friday 20th March 2026.

Children are invited to dress down for the day and wear red if they wish.

Details on how to donate will be shared closer to the date.

Please see link below regarding how to purchase a red nose.

The Red Nose | Comic Relief

Please note that school will not be selling red noses.

 

Thank you

3 months ago
Posted on 03rd Feb 2026 by

Food Waste

Last week our kitchen recorded a large number of wasted hot dinners.

We believe that some children are ordering a hot dinner at registration and are then changing their mind when arriving in the hall at lunchtime and instead selecting sandwiches.

Please could we ask parents to remind children how important it is to stick to their original meal choice. Teachers will also continue to  remind children of this in class.

This helps us reduce food wastage and ensures the kitchen can prepare the correct numbers each day.

 

Thank you for your support.

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3 months ago
Posted on 02nd Feb 2026 by

Monday 9th February

Hi just a little reminder we will be testing the children on these Jumping Orange Words on Monday 9th February. Many thank the Year 1 Team

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3 months ago
Posted on 02nd Feb 2026 by

SEND Coffee Afternoon with PODS

On Wednesday 25th February, Newdale are excited to welcome PODS back into school for our final SEND ‘Cake and Cuppa’ session as part of the PINS project. This will take place from  2.15 – 3pm to give time to collect your child afterwards. Mr McFarland will be explaining some of the strategies used in school to support a neurodiverse child that you can also use at home. The PODS team will be available to discuss how they can also support your SEND child outside of school and the clubs, workshops and meetings available to you.
This event is completely free to attend. Please confirm your attendance via Parent Pay and arrive through the school office.
3 months ago
Posted on 02nd Feb 2026 by

It’s National Storytelling Week!

This week, we’re celebrating the magic of stories—how they spark imagination, build confidence, strengthen language skills, and create special shared moments between children and their families.

To help bring the joy of storytelling into your home, here are some simple and fun ideas you can try together:

 

  1. Read Together—Little and Often

Just 5–10 minutes of shared reading each day can make a big difference. Snuggle up with a favourite book, choose a new library read, or let your child select the story—they love having ownership!

 

  1. Tell Stories From Your Life

Children adore hearing stories about you! Share memories from your childhood, funny moments from your day, or stories passed down from your family. This models storytelling and builds connection.

 

  1. Create Your Own Stories

Encourage your child to invent characters, settings, or silly plots. You might start a story and let them finish it—or swap turns sentence by sentence!

 

  1. Storytime Without Books

Try storytelling using:
– Toys (teddies make great storytellers!)
– Pictures or family photos
– Objects in a “story bag” that your child can pull out to inspire ideas

 

  1. Listen to Audiobooks or Story Podcasts

Perfect for car journeys, winding down before bed, or quiet moments. Hearing expressive storytelling can help build vocabulary and imagination. CBeebies Bedtime Stories

 

  1. Act Out a Favourite Story

Choose a well-loved book and turn it into a mini performance! Children can act, draw, or use puppets to retell parts of the story.

 

  1. Visit the Library Together

Let your child explore and choose books that excite them. Many libraries also host storytelling sessions—perfect for this week!

 

Why Storytelling Matters

Sharing stories helps children to:

  • Build vocabulary and language skills
  • Develop creativity and imagination
  • Understand emotions and relationships
  • Strengthen listening and communication
  • Enjoy reading as a lifelong habit

 

We’d Love to Hear From You!

If you try any storytelling activities at home this week, feel free to share a photo, a drawing, or a note about what you and your child enjoyed most. Let’s celebrate the joy of stories together!