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4 years ago
Posted on 01st Apr 2022 by

COVID-19 Vaccination Programme Update: vaccination offer to all 5 to 11-year-olds

For decades, vaccinations have protected our children and young people from potentially serious diseases, including measles, flu, meningitis and mumps.
By the time they leave school, a child will typically have been offered vaccinations against 18 different diseases or infections – the COVID-19 vaccine is one more vaccine that children will soon be able to have to protect them from illness.

We all want to get back to normal – we want our children to go to school, do the things they love and catch up on lost time spent time with family and friends. But COVID-19 is still active and causing some children to miss out on their education and things they enjoy.

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation recommends that 5-11 year olds be offered the vaccine, which has been approved by the UK’s medicines regulator, to boost immunity and increase their protection against any future waves of COVID-19.
The NHS in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin wants to support families to make an informed choice, and to make things convenient and child-friendly for those who do decide to get it.

The COVID-19 vaccine is already making a big difference to help protect us all. The vaccine does not remove the virus, but research and experience in countries around the world shows it can prevent the worst effects of COVID-19 and reduce the risk of infection to your child and those around them.

From Monday 4 April, you will be able to get your child vaccinated at a site and time convenient for you – at either a vaccination centre, community pharmacy or GPs offering jabs for this age group. From Saturday 2 April you can view these sites and make an appointment through the National Booking Service or by calling 119.
Some walk-in sites are also available to vaccinate this age group. Simply check the walk-in finder website before attending to make sure they can vaccinate your child.
Children aged 5-11 with no other underlying health conditions will be offered two paediatric (child) doses of the vaccine, with at least 12 weeks between doses. A paediatric dose is smaller than doses given to those aged 12 and over.

If a child has had COVID-19 they will still get extra protection from the vaccine, but they will need to wait 12 weeks before getting vaccinated.

Those 5-11 year-olds who are more at risk from the virus can already get two paediatric (child) doses, eight weeks apart, and their GP or hospital specialist should have been in touch to arrange this, if not parents will be able book an appointment on the National Booking Service from 2 April.

To access a vaccination parents can:
• From Saturday 2 April*, book an appointment online via the National Booking System or by calling NHS 119.
• Walk-in to a 5-11 year old vaccination clinic* (no appointment required): COVID-19 Vaccination Walk-in and Pop-up Clinics (stwics.org.uk).
*Please note:
• Appointments will be available from Monday 4 April.
• Check clinics day & times on the day of travel as they are subject to change.
Children who have recently tested positive for COVID-19:
Please note that the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) recommend:
• Children aged 5 to 11 years will need to wait for 12 weeks following a positive test for COVID-19 before having their first or second COVID-19 vaccination.
• Children aged 5 to 11 years who are at increased risk, should wait 4 weeks (28 days) from a positive test result, before having their vaccine.
For further information:
There is more information about the COVID-19 vaccination. Resources for children aged 5 to 11 years can be found here: GOV.UK (www.gov.uk):
• COVID-19: A guide for parents of children aged 5 to 11 (publishing.service.gov.uk)
• What to expect after your child’s COVID vaccination – A guide for parents of children aged 5 to 11 years of age (publishing.service.gov.uk)
• COVID-19 vaccinations: A guide for parents of children aged 5-11 years of age at high risk (publishing.service.gov.uk)
• COVID-19 vaccination: consent form for children and young people or parents – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Frequently Asked Questions for parents of 5 to 11 year olds

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4 years ago
Posted on 29th Mar 2022 by

Easter Egg Raffle

There are lots of prizes to be won in the Easter Raffle this year!

Tickets can be purchased via Parentpay costing 50p each. The raffle will be drawn electrically using a random number generator on Wednesday 6th April.  All proceeds will go towards further developments to our astro sport facilities. Thank you to Magna for donating the very large chocolate Easter egg.

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4 years ago
Posted on 24th Mar 2022 by

Easter Raffle 2022

We are holding an Easter Egg Raffle this year. The raffle will be drawn electrically using a random number generator on Wednesday 6th April, 50p per ticket (no paper tickets will be issued). You are able to purchase more than one ticket. All proceeds will go towards further developments to our astro sport facilities. Thank you to Magna for donating the very large chocolate Easter egg.

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Posted on 17th Mar 2022 by

Children’s Autism Hub

Telford and Wrekin have launched a new service for children with autism and their families. The Children’s Autism Hub provides peer support for families, activities for children and young people and their families, training workshops and opportunities for children and young people diagnosed with autism to aspire, develop and have access to community centered support.

 To contact the Children’s Autism Hub call 01952 262062 or visit their website www.telfordautismhub.org.uk/childrens-autism-hub

 

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4 years ago
Posted on 15th Mar 2022 by

Update 15.3.22

Dear Parents/Carers,

It was so lovely to see parents in our school building again yesterday for parents evening. We all know that face to face discussions are far more favourable to telephone calls and we plan to continue with this system moving forward.

Teachers have a very clear picture as to where your children are in their learning and the targets they need to work on in order to make the best possible progress. We know that parent input at home is key. We understand that work and family pressures can be a real obstacle in helping children at home. If nothing else, please find time to read to children and to let them read to you. The ability to read is the key to unlocking all other areas of learning and a huge priority in our school.

Covid is unfortunately not going away and despite the Government wanting us to ‘learn to live with Covid’ we are still suffering with significant staff absence due to infection and the rules we have to apply. Please help us by not allowing children to come into school if they are unwell with Covid symtoms. We are expecting an update on advice near the end of the month, as testing kits no longer remain free to acquire.

We are all excited about the rest of this year and firmly believe it can only get better with more and more events on offer for children and parents to enjoy. Fingers crossed!

Miss Cook

Headteacher

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4 years ago
Posted on 15th Mar 2022 by

Remaining red noses for sale

Remaining red noses are now on sale to purchase via Parentpay. Red noses are £1.50 each and more than one can be purchased. The closing date to order is Thursday 17th March at 9am. The red noses will be given out in class on Thursday 17th March for your child to bring home.
Children are not permitted to wear their red nose in school until Red Nose day on Friday 18th March.

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4 years ago
Posted on 11th Mar 2022 by

Red Nose Day 2022

Dear Parent / Carer

Red Nose Day – 18th March

Newdale are taking part in Red Nose Day on Friday 18th March 2022!

It has never been more important to help raise vital funds for people who live incredibly tough lives.  At Newdale, we are passionate about helping the wider community.

We will be supporting this charity by asking children to come to school dressed as a super hero or dress down and wear red.

Children and teachers will be taking part in lots of fun activities on the day too!

A limited amount of red noses are on sale via Parentpay. The closing date to purchase is Monday 14th March at 9am. All purchased red noses’ will be given out on Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th March.

Red noses are also available to buy in Sainsburys.

Kind regards

Miss Cook

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4 years ago
Posted on 11th Mar 2022 by

Parents evening – Mr Jackson’s class

Please can parents of children in Mr Jackson’s class check their child’s reading diary this evening as parents evening appointment times have been stuck in.

Many thanks

The Year 4 team