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1 year ago
Posted on 16th Jun 2025 by

Mrs Poole is leaving Newdale

16.6.25

Dear Parents/Carers,

As much as I would like to retain all members of the fabulous Newdale team, unfortunately I cannot!

It is with huge sadness, but also huge congratulations, that I have to inform you that Mrs Poole will be leaving us at the end of the year.

Mrs Poole has been successful in gaining a new post in a different school in Telford and I know you will join me in wishing her the very best of luck.

Mrs Poole joined Newdale in September 2008 as a class teacher and has more recently worked intensively as our school SENDco. She has made a very significant contribution to so many areas of our school development and her experience in education will be gratefully received in her new role.

We have already put plans in place to ensure continued stability when she leaves. Mr McFarland is also SENDco qualified and he will take up this role from September.

Kind regards,

Miss Cook

Headteacher

Newdale Primary School and Nursery

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1 year ago
Posted on 13th Jun 2025 by

Safeguarding, Health & Safety Governors Involvement

The Health & Safeguarding committee met in school on Tuesday of this week. They spent a lot of time looking carefully at the policy and advice around Martyn’s Law linked to site security and terrorism. Governors observed a whole school and nursery drill that loosely replicated what a lock down would be. Governors look forward to hearing feedback from a professional who is going to assess the Newdale site and feedback any points for development linked to security. Governors carried out their regular ‘spot check’ of staff to reassure themselves that the staff at Newdale are well trained and confident in knowing what to do should any safeguarding issues arise.

1 year ago
Posted on 10th Jun 2025 by

French Day – Friday 4th July

We are excited to announce our upcoming whole-school French day which will be on Friday 4th July  for pupils from Nursery to Year 6. This event has been designed to immerse pupils in the French language and culture through fun and engaging activities.

 

Pupils can come into school dressed in red, white and blue or even create a costume inspired by a famous French landmark. Throughout the day there will be various activities for the children to participate with including, cooking, handball, pétanque, Farandole (a traditional Provence dance) and much more.

 

Learning a language goes beyond vocabulary- it opens minds, builds confidence and encourages global awareness. By celebrating France, we help children develop a deeper appreciation for diversity and strengthen their language skills in an enjoyable way.

 

There will also be the option to have a French themed dinner which consists of quiche, ratatouille, and chocolate mousse, alongside the normal fish and chips which will be served.

 

If you would like to make a voluntary contribution of £2.00 to support the resources on the day, please log into parent pay.

 

Thank you for your continued support.

 

1 year ago
Posted on 09th Jun 2025 by

Early Years Family Fun Day – Nursery & Reception

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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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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Posted on 02nd Jun 2025 by

Art Day

This year’s Art Day will be held on Wednesday 11th June. Children will be taking part in a variety of creative activities inspired by the poems, rhymes, songs and stories they learn off by heart. Their shared masterpieces will feature a heart and be displayed around school later this term. Children (and staff) can wear dress-down/arty clothes or may even like to wear something featuring a heart! If your child usually has PE on Wednesdays, please ensure that their clothes and shoes are suitable for sports activities too.

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1 year ago
Posted on 23rd May 2025 by

Curriculum Governors Involvement

Our Curriculum Governors met this week and looked carefully at our curriculum development. As part of this they talked to a group of Year 2 writers with their books. It was lovely to see how proud they are of their work. The Governors also analysed the ‘Key worker’ project and the impact that has on children.

Finally, they looked at assessment of the core subjects of Maths and English and how target setting is shared with parents. Next time they look forward to another focus on how we are supporting our SEND learners.

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Posted on 23rd May 2025 by

Finance & Personnel Governors Involvement

Governors met today to discuss the finances and personnel of the school.

They firstly analysed in more detail the feedback from the staff wellbeing audit with representatives from staff teams sharing collective feedback. Governors valued their comments and stated that they would action what was feasible to continue with the priority we have on staff well-being.

Governors then listened to the PE lead talk about delivery of the curriculum, plans for swimming and the impact of the sports premium money.

The school budget was signed off after looking carefully at the complex staffing structure we have in place linked to a high percentage of the team on, or going on maternity leave. 

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1 year 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.