Safeguarding, Health & Safety Governor Involvement

Health & Safety Governors Update

The Health & Safety Governors met yesterday to review a range of important areas across the school.

Asthma Strategy: Governors were delighted to see that Newdale has been awarded the title of Asthma Friendly School.

Safeguarding Spot Check: As part of their routine checks, governors tested staff understanding of safeguarding linked to training. The staff member selected answered all questions with confidence, demonstrating robust knowledge.

Pupil Voice: Governors always enjoy speaking with pupils about their experiences. This time, children from different year groups were asked about behaviour in school. They agreed that behaviour is mostly good, with occasional over‑excitement. Pupils spoke confidently about the importance of following the BeSMART code and explained the systems in place if children misbehave.

Parent Feedback: Governors are equally keen to hear from parents. At hometime, they spoke with as many parents as possible to gather views on Health & Safety provision. Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts—your feedback will be analysed at the next meeting.

The partnership between school and parents is paramount, and governors are committed to ensuring that Health & Safety remains strong and effective for all.

School Parliament Visit to Rock Road Lidl

Yesterday, members of our school parliament joined Mrs Morrow, Mrs Pablos, Mrs Millington, and myself at the grand opening of the new Rock Road Lidl. Alongside the Mayor and our local MP, the children proudly represented our school at this special event. They enjoyed a guided tour of the new store and were delighted to receive a Lidl goodie bag to take home. A wonderful experience of community engagement for our young leaders!

EKO Session – Wednesday 3rd December

Just a reminder about our EKO (Forest School) session on Wednesday 3rd December.

Please ensure your child comes dress in warm clothes (thick coat, gloves, hat and scarf), two pairs of socks (if wearing wellies) and spare shoes to change into.

This session will be a fire session and we have been advised to ask that if your child normally wears eczema cream, please do not apply this as it is highly flammable.

Thank you,

Year 3

Stone Age Day 2025

Year 3 have had a fantastic Stone Age Day! They have done a range of Stone Age activities including: making wool, weaving, grinding grains ,making butter, VR and much more! It has been a brilliant day that the children have thoroughly enjoyed.

 

Year 2 Nativity – Friday 12th December

Tickets for the Year 2 Nativity will go on sale on ParentPay tomorrow around 7pm. Deadline for booking tickets is Friday 5th December at 9am. x2 tickets per child are available.

 

Thank you

Y1 Christmas Craft & Sing – tickets

Please be reminded that the deadline for buying tickets for the Y1 Christmas Craft & Sing on Friday 5th December is tomorrow (28th) at 9am.

 

Thank you

🎄 Christmas Fayre Prize Appeal 🎄

We’re looking for parents who run their own business or work for a company that might be willing to donate a prize for our Christmas Fayre on Wednesday 3rd December.

Examples could include:

  • A beauty voucher (e.g. manicure or treatment)
  • A bottle of wine or spirits from a local shop
  • Sporting event / or vouchers

If you’re able to contribute, please contact the school office on 01952 387720 or email newdale.primary@taw.org.uk.

Your support will help make our Fayre a wonderful event for everyone and raise much needed funds to support the children —thank you!

Y3 Christmas Experience Trip 8th December 2025

Please log onto ParentPay to consent and pay for your child to attend a school trip on 8th December 2025.