Friday Update - 03.10.2025
Posted 3rd October 2025
Miss McNamara's Message
This week we were pleased to welcome the Red Kite Learning Trust Early Years lead into school. They visited to see our provision in action, with a particular focus on early reading. It was a real pleasure to share the wonderful progress our youngest children are making.
We also enjoyed having some new school photographs taken. The sunshine broke through just in time, helping us capture some really lovely moments of our children looking smart and full of smiles.
Another highlight of the week was the official opening of our Music Garden. This new space will not only enhance music lessons but also give children the chance to explore sounds and rhythm during playtimes. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this exciting project to life.
Looking ahead, next week our Year 5 and 6 pupils will take part in music workshops on Monday. On Friday 10th we will also be marking World Mental Health Day with a whole-school activity making breathing beads - a calming and mindful tool that children can use to support their wellbeing.
Finally, a polite reminder about parking. We have recently received some concerns from local residents regarding unsafe and inconsiderate parking near school. Please take extra care when dropping off and collecting your child, and help us to keep our pupils and community safe.
As always, thank you for your ongoing support.
📚 A Little Help to Grow Our Book Collection?
We’ve put together an Amazon Wishlist of books we’d love to add to our school’s growing libraries and outdoor learning spaces. These titles have been chosen to spark curiosity, support wellbeing, and encourage a lifelong love of reading.
If you’d like to support us, we’d be truly grateful. Every book donated helps us create a richer, more inspiring environment for our pupils.
🛒 Browse the Wishlist:
You’ll find a mix of nature-themed stories, inclusive reads, and books that support emotional literacy.
📦 How It Works:
If you choose to donate a book, Amazon will send it directly to us with no wrapping or postage needed.
🔗 Coppice Valley Amazon Wishlist
Your kindness means the world to us.
PTFA News
Reminder that if you would like to take on a role within the PTFA, please could you email a short 200-250 word personal statement as to why you think you would be best suited to the role. Please make sure that this is sent to PTFA@cvps.rklt.co.uk no later than Monday 6th October.
Positions available are as follows: chair, vice chair, secretary, social media manager and treasurer.
Due to raising so many funds this year for our school, we are now having to move to charity status and will also now require two trustees. If you would like to become a trustee, please do the same as for the above roles.
Reminder the AGM is open to all Wednesday 15th October 6.15pm in school, and that applications for all posts must be received by close of play 06/10.
Highlights for next week!
- Beech class are embarking on their first trip! The children are going on their first Geography fieldwork visit to the local park! 💗
- On Monday Chestnut and Willow will be participating in a music workshop! 🎵
- Ash Class cannot wait to carry out their science experiments next week! 🧪
Autumn 1 Menu - Week 6
🍁 Outdoor Tip: Look for Autumn Rainbows in the Leaves 🌈
What colours can you see outdoors? Deep reds, golden yellows, burnt oranges, and even hints of purple? Together, they form an autumn rainbow, scattered across branches and pathways.
Collect a few fallen leaves and arrange them by colour. It’s a simple, calming way to explore the beauty of change and the science of seasons.
⭐ Attendance ⭐
Class |
% |
|
Oak |
98.7% |
|
Beech |
98.3% |
|
Ash |
98.7% |
|
Sycamore |
96.7% |
|
Apple |
97.1% |
|
Chestnut |
90.7% |
|
Willow |
92.3% |
|
Whole School |
96.1% |
Do you have a child starting school in September 2026?
Autumn 1 Key Dates
Friday 17 October - Walk to School Day
Monday 20 October - Oak Class Stay and Play 2pm
Friday 24 October - Closes for half term
Autumn 2 Key Dates
Monday 3 November - School Opens for pupils
Monday 17 November - Parent/Carer Evening
Monday 17 November - FEAST vouchers released
Tuesday 18 November - Family Breakfast
Thursday 20 November - Parent/Carer Evening
w/c Monday 8 December - EYFS/KS1 Nativity Performances (TBC)
Tuesday 9 December - Y4 Roman Trip to Murton Park
Monday 15 December - KS2 Carol Concert at St Johns Church 10am.
Friday 19 December - School Closes for Christmas Holidays
