Issue 4 - Newsletter - Friday 23rd October 2026
Autumn 2026 - Issue 4
Dear Parents, Carers and Families,
What a half term we have had! From football tournaments to celebrating mental health day, we have had a fun packed first few weeks of the term.
The learning which has been taking place has impressed us all and I hope you were able to join us for parents evening this week for an opportunity to discuss your children with their class teacher. If you were unable to attend, please contact the school office and we will be more than happy to arrange an alternative meeting with you. It is important to us that we work in collaboration with our families to ensure the very best for everyone.
Over the past two weeks, we also welcomed parents into school for a Year 4 and Year 6 meeting to look at the Multiplication Timestable Check and Year 6 SATs in more detail. Thank you to those families who were able to join us; it was valuable to answer any concerns and show you exactly how we tackle these statutory tests. If you were not able to attend the meetings, please head to the school website for the slides:
We hope you have a lovely break over the half term and look forward to even more learning in November and December.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Mrs Richards
Headteacher
Dream, Believe, Achieve
through
Curiosity, Respect, Ambition
Children have already been working so hard, impressing their teachers in all areas of the curriculum.
Well done to all our pupils for achieving our very first 'shout-outs' of Autumn Term 2026!
Year 3 - Bilva wrote a detailed report all about Arctic Foxes in her independent writing.
Year 4 - Mahmood has written a description of the journey food takes through the digestive system.
Year 5 - Evalyn wrote a fantastic recount applying all her new learning
Year 6 - Ali Dean and Preston have been working with determination to master the skill of long division! Well done boys.
Up and Coming Events
For a full list of events taking place in school throughout the year, please scroll down to the end of the newsletter.
Friday 6th November 2026:
Culture Day
On this day pupils are invited to come to school dressed in an outfit of your choice which represents your own or another culture.
Individual School Photos
Individual photos photos will be taking place on Tuesday 10th November.
These will take place throughout the day therefore please send children in their normal school uniform. PE uniform can be changed into, after photos have been taken.
If you would like younger sibling photos please come to the office at 8 am for these.
Friday 27th November
Non-Uniform Day
Raising donations to support the Christmas Fair - further details will follow closer to the time.
Friday 13th November 2026: Children in Need
Children are invited to come into school wearing sports kit and spots!
Attendance
What a fantastic start to the year for attendance! Thank you for continuing to ensure your children are in school every day!
Whole School attendance this week is 95%.
Lets keep working together to keep that percentage as high as we can.
Year 3 | 94.7% |
Year 4 | 95.5% Congratulations Year 4 - keep it up! |
Year 5 | 94.9% |
Year 6 | 94.9% |
Maths Support
The children are working hard in maths, applying the skills they learn each week to their new learning. Maths can be a daunting subject and we appreciate lots of our families are keen to help and support their children at home. There are lots of useful links to support on our website Maths page as well as information about what your children will be learning each year. We hope you find it useful, however we also welcome any suggestions as to how we can improve this support further. If you have anything you would like to discuss, please speak to class teachers who will be more than happy to help.
Sport at Tipton Green
We have been lucky to be able to take pupils to a special Sandwell event recently: No to Racism. Children from across the borough came together to play, showing a unity and community spirit which was inspiring. Our girls also inspired us through their brilliant win against Burnt Tree! Well done girls!
🎶 Join Our School Choir! 🎶
We are looking for more pupils to join our fantastic school choir as we prepare for a very special performance at the Sandwell Council House Christmas Celebration on the morning of Thursday 10th December.
This is a wonderful opportunity for children to perform in the prestigious Council Chambers and spread some festive cheer. Last year's event was a huge success, with both children and adults being thoroughly spoiled with drinks, delicious snacks, and even a special visit from Santa! 🎅
Choir rehearsals take place every Monday after school (3:15-4:00). If your child already attends an after-school club, don't worry. We will also be holding rehearsals at lunchtime in the Dance Studio so that everyone who would like to take part can join us - more details to follow about the time and days the lunchtime rehearsals will take place.
Whether your child loves singing, enjoys performing, or would simply like to try something new, we would love to welcome them to the choir.
Come and be part of this exciting festive event and help fill the Council Chambers with the sound of Christmas! 🎄🎵
For more information, please speak to Mrs Favata or Mrs Southall. We look forward to welcoming lots of new singers!
Culture Day
We are proud of the diversity at Tipton Green! On Friday 6th November, we will be having a Culture Day in school, with pupils taking part in a wide range of activities which celebrates all our pupils. As part of this day, children will be taking part in workshops including art, cooking, dance and much more.
We would love to include as much of our local community as possible in this event. If you are aware of anyone or a local group who would be able to support any of these workshops please speak to the school office who will inform the team of staff organising this event.
Safeguarding - Fidgets and Squishes
Just a reminder that pupils should not be bringing their own fidget toys, squishes or other toys including cards into school.
Whilst we understand that children enjoy sharing their special belongings with friends, we cannot guarantee that these items will not be lost, misplaced or damaged during the school day. Bringing personal items can also sometimes cause distractions in the classroom, or disagreements on the playground.
We are also aware that there are some items currently on the market that have been causing serious injuries if broken, therefore we would be grateful for your co-operation in ensuring all our pupils are safe.
Community Support
Holiday Activities
Fun Filled Activities Offered Across Kore During All School Holidays
Young people aged 4-16 years can take part in a range of different activities and sessions. Some age restrictions do apply and pre-booking may be required for some activities. Whether its playing sport, taking coached activities, working out in the gym or joining in fun sessions to splash about and enjoy time with your friends, Kore has something for you.
Our Holiday Camps are run during all major school breaks including October, Christmas holidays, February, Easter and Whitsun half terms and the main Summer school holidays with the following activities at our centres:
Tipton Sports Academy Activities
Our holiday camps at Tipton Sports Academy are designed to help your kids (ages 8 to 16) get active through sports and games, allow children to try out new, exciting activities, learn about nutrition and healthy eating and have an all-around fun-filled experience.
· HAF Holiday Camp – Free holiday camp for those receiving benefit related free school meals.
· Ages 8 – 16. Runs Easter, Summer and Winter holidays 10am – 2:00pm, children can be dropped off at 9:30am.
· Range of multi sports, sports specific sessions, and art and crafts.
· Each child receives healthy snacks and a hot meal each day. · Contact michelle.jones2@korewellness.co.uk for further details. · Tennis specific holiday camps – contact lee.marks@korewellness.co.uk for details.
· Junior Pay and Play Rackets offers reduced rate court hire with equipment (a junior must be playing), for badminton, tennis, squash and table tennis. Runs Mon – Fri off peak hours 9-5pm during holidays
· PLEASE NOTE: We have limited universal spaces for HAF (for those not in receipt of means tested FSM). To book please contact michelle.jones2@korewellness.co.uk
Portway Lifestyle Centre Activities
· Daily casual football on the all-weather 3G pitches available to all
· SEND Multi-sports Camp for 8 years+ ran by The Albion Foundation - contact ajay.gill@albionfoundation.co.uk
· HAF Sports Camp ran by Oldbury United F.C For 8 years+ - contact oldburyunited@outlook.com
· Roller Disco every Friday night for all ages
· HAF 14-16 gym sessions - Free for those receiving benefit related free school meals
Wednesbury Leisure Centre Activities
· Aqua Mayhem – 18m Aqua Run for all the family, available throughout school holiday - find out more here
· Free Swimming – Under 18 free swimming throughout the school holidays, Under 8 policy applies - find out more here
· HAF 14-16 gym sessions - Free for those receiving benefit related free school meals
Tipton Leisure Centre Activities
· HAF 14-16 gym sessions - Free for those receiving benefit related free school meals
· Swimming instruction programme for all abilities, please check the website or contact the centre directly for the timetable and availability.
Free Swimming
If you live in Sandwell and aged 18 and under you can register in centre to access FREE swimming during school holidays
Designated sessions only - see Free swimming website for more information
Sessions Available at: Sandwell Aquatics Centre ; Wednesbury Leisure Centre ; Tipton Leisure Centre
Contact your local leisure centre or for further details about our activities call 0300 012 0121 Take a look at our Guide for Parents & Carers and download our holiday camp registration form here.
Dates for the Diary
Autumn Term 2026
Half term holiday: Monday 26th October to Friday 30th October
Friday 6th November 2026: Culture Day
Tuesday 10th November 2026: Individual School Photos
Wednesday 11th November 2026: Remembrance Day Celebrations
Friday 13th November 2026: Children in Need - Wear PE kit and Spots
Friday 27th November 2026: Non-Uniform Day
Friday 4th December 2026: Christmas Fair (3.30pm-5pm)
Tuesday 8th December 2026: Year 5 Christmas Performance (9.15am)
Wednesday 9th December 2026: Year 3 Christmas Performance (9.15am)
Thursday 10th December 2026: Christmas Jumper Day and Christmas Dinner Day
Friday 11th December 2026: Year 4 Christmas Performance (9.15am)
Tuesday 15th December 2026: Year 6 Christmas Performance (2.30pm)
Thursday 17th December 2026: Christmas Theme Day (Theme to be confirmed)
Term ends: Friday 18th December 2026
Christmas holiday: Monday 21st December to Friday 1 January 2027
Spring term 2027
Term starts: Monday 4th January 2027
Monday 4th January: Inset day (school closed to children)
Monday 1st February 2027: Children's Mental Health Week
Friday 5th February 2027: Number Day
Tuesday 9th February 2027: Safer Internet Day
Half term holiday: Monday 15th February to Friday 19th February 2027
Thursday 4th March 2027: World Book Day
Friday 5th March 2027: Year 3 Mother's Day (Class 1 and Class 3 - 9.15am, Class 2 - 10.30am)
Monday 22nd March 2027: Easter Egg Competition
Term ends: Thursday 25th March 2027
Easter holiday: Friday 26th March to Friday 9th April 2027
Summer term 2027
Term starts: Monday 12th April 2027
Wednesday 14th April - Friday 16th April 2027: Year 4 Residential Trip
Monday 10th May - Friday 14th May 2027: Year 6 SATs Week
Friday 28th May 2027: Inset Day (school closed to children)
Half term holiday: Monday 31st May to Friday 4th June 2027
Monday 7th June 2027: Inset Day (school closed to children)
Tuesday 8th June 2027: Year 4 Multiplication Timestable Checks begin
Friday 18th June 2027: Year 5 Father's Day Celebrations (Class 9 - 9.15pm, Class 8 - 11am, Class 7 - 2.15pm)
Monday 21st June - Wednesday 23rd June 2027: Year 6 Residential
Monday 28th June 2027: Year 6 Sports Day (9.15am)
Monday 28th June 2027: Year 3 Sports Day (2pm)
Tuesday 29th June 2027: Year 4 Sports Day (9.15am)
Tuesday 29th June 2027: Year 5 Sports Day (2pm)
Friday 16th July 2027: Year 6 Leaver's Performance (9.15am)
Tuesday 20th July 2027: Year 6 Fun Day
Tuesday 20th July 2027: Year 6 Leaver's Disco (5pm-7pm)
Term ends: Wednesday 21st July 2027
Summer holiday starts: Thursday 22nd July 2027.
