5 months ago
Posted on 10th Jun 2026 by Elsa Wooldridge

Arbor notifications

We have had some parents inform us that they are not receiving messages through the Arbor app or know that they have been sent a message.

Please can you ensure that you have ‘push notifications or allow notifications’ enabled on the Arbor app. You will then receive a notification similar to a SMS message on your home screen to alert you to a message in Arbor.

This setting can usually be made on your phone via settings>apps>then select the Arbor app.

5 months ago
Posted on 10th Jun 2026 by Mrs Western

Free Online Courses

5 months ago
Posted on 10th Jun 2026 by Elsa Wooldridge

Summer Fair – today

The Summer Fair will start around 3:30pm today and will be held indoors. Please can parent/carers wait outside the main reception doors.

The event is cash only, please bring coins where possible.

Reminder – as well as our usual summer raffle, tickets can still be purchased at the fair for our Healthy Lifestyles week raffle.

We look forward to welcoming you all

5 months ago
Posted on 09th Jun 2026 by Miss Hailey

Family Photos for Reception Starters September 2026

Calling all families of Nursery children who are joining Newdale Reception classes in September…

In Reception, we understand that everyone starts school with differing levels of confidence to separate from home, to form new friendships and cope with change. We aim for all children to quickly develop a sense of belonging at school and find that family photos can really support with this process.

We like to display family photos in class to ensure they can see your faces throughout the day. This can offer a little reassurance.

Please send in a family photo via the reception email address for us to print and add to our class display ready for September.
newdale.yearrteam@taw.org.uk

Thank you for those family photos sent in already. We look forward to meeting you all very soon.

5 months ago
Posted on 09th Jun 2026 by Miss Hailey

Reception Message

We would like to let Reception and Nursery families know that next week will be the last week for Miss Risk here at Newdale Primary.

Miss Risk has been a valued member of our team and has worked so hard to help and support all the children during her time here with us, both in Nursery, Reception and in After-school Club.

Miss Risk will be leaving to take up an exciting new role at another Nursery. While we will be sad to see her go, we wish her every success and happiness in her new position.

Miss Risk’s last day will be on Tuesday 16th June. We have informed the children of her news and would like to reassure parents that as we are fortunate to have a large staff team in Reception, we will be able to continue the same level of support for the children for the rest of the academic year.

Please join us in expressing our thanks and well wishes to Miss Risk on her next adventure!

5 months ago
Posted on 09th Jun 2026 by Mrs Giordano

Farm trip

Please send your child into nursery wearing waterproofs and wellies tomorrow. The forecast is looking like we could have some heavy downpours at the farm but in true early years style we will plough on regardless!

5 months ago
Posted on 09th Jun 2026 by Mrs Western

Safeguarding, Health & Safety Governors Involvement

The Health and Safety Governors met on 4th June. They began by reviewing the action plan following the completion of the local authority safeguarding audit and were pleased to note that most actions have now been completed.

They spent time examining the Modified Timetable protocol, ensuring they fully understood how best practice involves engaging outside professionals and parents at every stage of the process. Governors also spoke with Mr McFarland (SENDCo) and several pupils with complex needs to explore their knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, particularly for more vulnerable learners. They were reassured with the children’s responses.

In addition, the Governors met with a Teaching Assistant to gain her perspective on the recent serious fire incident and to understand how policy and procedures operated during a real emergency. They were encouraged to hear that she felt the event was handled safely and effectively, especially given the seriousness of the situation.

Finally, the Governors spent time on the playground gathering parent voice. We look forward to analysing the responses from parents at the next meeting.

5 months ago
Posted on 05th Jun 2026 by Mr McFarland

Achievement Assembly

Friday 5th June 2026

Healthy Lifestyles Week has been a great success, and we have been so proud of the children for engaging so well with every activity. They’ve taken part in Box fit, Zumba, kickboxing, Crossbar inflatables, a ninja warrior course, wheelie days, Bhangra dancing, hockey and so much more. The week finished on a high with a whole school Colour Run, which every child absolutely loved. Weeks like this are so important because they help our children discover new ways to stay active and develop healthy habits that support both their physical and mental wellbeing.

A massive thank you to Miss Lowe for organising such a fantastic week for everyone!

Achievers of the week:

Year 6 achievers: Lacey-Mae for her super enthusiasm for every single activity and getting straight back onto scooter after a fall. Aidan for amazing participation this week and many activities completed at home.

Year 5 achievers: Christian for excellent participation in all activities and fitting in so well as a new starter here at Newdale. Cerys for great enthusiasm in all our activities this week including completing lots of exciting activities at home too.

Year 4 achievers: Ted for his super energy and for trying a variety of activities at home and at school. Leo for completing lots of activities at home and putting loads of effort into all the activities this week.

Year 3 achievers: Lennon for joining in with every activity this week and being a great sportsman, bigging up other children. Harry for engaging in every activity this week and completing lots of activities at home too!

Year 2 achievers: Ava for going above and beyond in every activity both at home and at school during Healthy Lifestyles Week. Pranathi for working hard in all the activities this week at school and at home. We are so proud!

Year 1 achievers: Milo for being AMAZING at HLW and in his home activities. David for excellent participation during healthy lifestyles week both at home and at school. It is fantastic to see all the additional activities you have been doing at home too David. Well done.

Year R achievers: Maddie-Mae for listening carefully to all adults and encouraging others to enjoy Healthy Lifestyles Week. Mateo – what a wonderful HLW contribution! He has been so active and enthusiastic all week long.