Issue 5 - Newsletter - Friday 14th November 2025
- srichards82
- Nov 14, 2025
- 6 min read
Autumn 2025 - Issue 5
Dear Parents, Carers and Families,
Welcome back to the second half of the autumn term. The past two weeks have already been busy and we have so many more exciting events to look forward to: Christmas Fair, Christmas Dinner and Jumper Day, Christmas concerts and more. Please see the calendar below and key dates for more information.
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated to Children in Need this year. Your generosity makes a real difference, and we are so proud of the kindness and support shown by our school community.
Year 5 had a fantastic time on their recent trip to Safeside. Pupils thoroughly enjoyed learning about many different areas of safety, from fire awareness to staying safe around canals and lakes. The trip was both educational and fun, and the children came away with valuable knowledge to help keep themselves and others safe.
Excitement is building as Year 6 prepare for their own trip in the next two weeks. We know they will gain just as much from the experience and look forward to hearing all about their visit.
This week we celebrated Kindness Week and Anti-bullying Week across the school beginning with Odd Sock Day on Monday. Our Wellbeing Ambassadors led a special assembly to highlight the importance of kindness in everyday life. Pupils reflected on how small acts of kindness can make a big difference, and we are proud of the thoughtful discussions and positive actions that took place.
Thank you once again for your continued support. Together, we are helping our pupils learn, grow, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Have a lovely weekend,
Mrs Richards
Attendance
A fantastic two weeks for our attendance! Every year group has improved - well done everyone.
Whole School Attendance | 95.4% |
Year 3 Attendance | 94.8% |
Year 4 Attendance | 96.1% |
Year 5 Attendance | 94.8% |
Year 6 Attendance | 95.7% |
Upcoming Events
Own Clothes Day - Christmas Fayre Fund raiser
Friday 28th November
Please note this Change in Date
In order to collect donations to support the Christmas Fayre. More information regarding this will be sent out closer to the time.
Christmas Fayre
Friday 5th December - 3.30pm - 5pm
Pupils and their families are invited to join us for the annual Christmas Fayre alongside Silvertrees Academy. From Father Christmas to tombolas there will be lots of exciting fun to be had. We hope you will be able to join us.
Christmas Jumper Day
Thursday 11th December
In order to raise money for Save the Children, we are inviting pupils to come to school wearing Christmas jumpers on Thursday 11th December.
They should be dressed in school uniform apart from their school jumper! We are looking forward to seeing all the different festive options.
Christmas Dinner Day
Thursday 11th December
The menu:
Roast Turkey with or without cocktail sausages or Quorn Fillets with vegetarian sausage (v)
Served with all the trimmings
Due to the popularity of the Christmas lunch, and for the kitchen to cater for extra numbers, it is important that meals are ordered by Friday 28th November latest. Please order in the usual way via Parentpay. If you need help, please contact the office.
Sporting News
Football
Our girls team played against Eaton Valley Primary School at the beginning of the week. They achieved a smashing result - 5-3! In Mr Coopers own words, 'they were unbelievable!' Well done girls, you represented our school so well and showed off the hard work you have all been putting into training.
EFL Football Tournament
On Wednesday, boys from Year 5 and Year 6 took part in a football tournament taking place at West Bromwich Albion Dome. They played their hearts out, battling through to the Semi-finals. Well done boys, a great achievement.
End of Day Arrangements!
To further support the safeguarding of all pupils at the end of the school day, we are introducing a small but important change to our dismissal routine.
As part of our new end-of-day procedure, we kindly ask that parents and carers stand behind the designated signs on the playground when collecting children. These signs will help create a clear and safe space for staff to dismiss pupils directly to their trusted adult.
This change is designed to:
Ensure staff can clearly see who each child is being collected by
Prevent overcrowding near classroom doors
Help children exit calmly and safely
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a secure and orderly environment for all pupils. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to speak to a member of staff.
Toys in School
Can we ask that children do not bring toys, playing cards or cuddly toys into school please. This is causing some upset when they are getting damaged or lost in school, and at times is distracting from learning taking place.
Thank you for your support with this.
Family Support
Sandwell SEND Support
We have been asked by the Sandwell SEND team to share the following information. We hope you find it useful.
Dear All
We will be issuing our first SEND bulletin the end of the month, please can you circulate the below to parent/carers/young people and your networks to encourage people to sign up.
Stay Informed: Sandwell SEND E-Bulletin Sign up Now
Sandwell Council is launching a brand-new SEND e-bulletin this autumn, designed to keep everyone up to date on the borough’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Transformation Programme. The first edition will be issued end of this month.
Whether you’re a parent carer, young person, professional, or part of an education setting, the e-bulletin will deliver the latest news, events, and opportunities straight to your inbox.
It’s the easiest way to stay informed about important developments and SEND news in Sandwell. Don’t miss out—sign up today to receive regular updates and be part of the SEND community. Visit the Sandwell Council website to subscribe to the Sandwell SEND Bulletin.
Reading at Tipton Green
Thank you to all those who entered our recent Reading Competition. It was fantastic to see some of the creative spaces you have all been reading. Congratulations to our winners...
Spotlight on Tipton
Dates for the Diary
Autumn Term 2025 2026
Monday 13th October - School Photo Day
Tuesday 14th October - Year 4 Trip - group 1
Wednesday 15th October - Year 4 Trip - group 2
Tuesday 21st October - Year 3 Trip - group 1
Wednesday 22nd October 2025 - Parents Evening (3.20pm-5pm)
Thursday 23rd October 2025 - Parents Evening (4pm-6pm)
Friday 24th October - Year 3 Trip - group 2
Friday 24th October - Last day of half term
Half-term holiday: Monday 27 October to Friday 31 October 2025
Monday 3rd November - Pupils return to school
Thursday 13th November - Year 5 Trip
Monday 10th November - Odd Sock Day
Tuesday 11th November - Remembrance Celebrations
Tuesday 11th November - Year 6 Remembrance Event - Parents invited (see letter)
Friday 14th November 2025 - Children in Need
Wednesday 19th November 2025 - Year 6 Trip (Class 11)
Tuesday 25th November 2025 - Year 6 Trip (Class 10)
Wednesday 26th November 2025 - Year 6 Trip (Class 12)
Friday 28th November 2025 - Non-Uniform Day (Fayre Donations)
Friday 5th December 2025 - Christmas Fayre
Monday 8th December 2025 - Y3 Christmas Concert - 9.15am
Tuesday 9th December 2025 - Y4 Christmas Concert - 9.15am
Wednesday 10th December 2025 - Y5 Christmas Concert - 9.15am
Thursday 11th December 2025 - Christmas Jumper Day and Christmas Dinner
Friday 12th December 2025 - Y6 Christmas Concert - 9.15am
Term ends: Friday 19 December 2025 - Pupils finish at 1pm
Christmas holiday: Monday 22 December 2025 to Friday 2 January 2026
Spring term 2026
Term starts: Monday 5 January 2026
Half-term holiday: Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2026
Monday 23rd February 2026 - INSET day - school closed to pupils
Tuesday 24th February 2026 - Pupils return to school
Term ends: Friday 27 March 2026
Easter Holiday: Monday 30 March to Friday 10 April 2026
Summer term 2026
Term starts: Monday 13 April 2026
Monday 4th May 2026 - Bank Holiday - School closed
Half-term holiday: Monday 25 May to Friday 29 May 2026
Monday 1st June 2026 - INSET day - school closed to pupils
Tuesday 2nd June 2026 - Pupils return to school
Term ends: Friday 17th July 2026 - Pupils finish at 3.15pm
Monday 20th July - INSET day - school closed to pupils
Summer holiday starts: Tuesday 21 July 2026
