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Posted 13th June 2025
We are so lucky to have such a buzzing, thriving school where I’m never short of things to write about each week! That’s all down to our supportive community, amazing staff, and brilliant children - who are all really 'up for it'.
Here are just a few highlights from another wonderful week at Coppice Valley:
1. A Cheer for English!
This week, we received our report from the Red Kite Alliance, following a monitoring visit in May. The report described the work we have done with our English curriculum as being implemented by staff with a 'palpable sense of determination and drive'. Amongst many celebrations, the advisor noted that there is 'much to applaud and celebrate at this wonderful school'.
2. Buzzing with Creative Pride
Classes across the school have been engaged in all sorts of creative activities this week. Year 3 impressed us all with their stunning bee-themed artwork, showing real attention to detail and care.
3. Outdoor Learning in Action
Sometimes when I walk around school, the classrooms are empty! This is because our teachers are taking learning outside. Year 4 have been taking their maths and English outdoors under our canopy, children have been learning to ride bikes and our Forest School is in action.
4. KS2 E-Safety Workshops
Years 4-6 had e-safety workshops which were tailored to their year group. The workshop was aimed at empowering our pupils to assess their own online activity, determine if they are using their time online productively and equip them with the tools needed for healthy, online lifestyles.
We would like to remind all parents and carers of our school’s policy regarding jewellery and valuables to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.
Jewellery should not be worn in school. This is to prevent potential injury to the wearer or others, especially during physical activities such as PE and playtime. This includes smart watches, which are not permitted for safeguarding reasons.
Please see the guidance here on our website - Coppice Valley Primary School - Red Kite Learning Trust - Uniform & Appearance
We want to give every child the best chance to learn and do well in school. One way we can help is through Free School Meals and extra money for school (called Pupil Premium). Even if you are not sure you can get it, fill in the form. It only takes a few minutes.
If you are allowed Free School Meals:
You may get Free School Meals if you get things like:
How do I apply?
Thank you for your support.
Jo Coles, York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, is calling on the public to share their views on violence and community safety in York and North Yorkshire. This year’s survey also includes specific questions about violence against women and girls.
The survey is open until Friday 4 July 2025 and can be accessed here: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ViolenceSurvey
Data shows that between April to September 2024, serious violence fell by 10% in York and North Yorkshire compared to the same period in the previous year. This year’s survey will be used to continue to improve support to victims and to reduce violence in the future.
"Since launching their Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG*) Strategy in 2022 and Serious Violence Strategy in 2024, we have made important progress towards reducing violence, but we know there is more to do. Please help us continue this work by completing this short survey."
Red Kite offers a part-time (2 year) route into primary teaching, which is perfect for career changers or those with families.
The link to more information for our part-time course is here: Red Kite Teacher Training - Part-Time
The children will be engaging in different types of sports and exercise throughout the week including dancing, golf, martial arts, and of course, sports day. The children can come to school in their school PE kit all week; plain navy joggers/shorts, plain white/navy t-shirt, trainers and navy sweatshirt.
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Thursday 19 June 2025 - Sports Day
w/c Monday 23 June 2025 - Y5 Bikeability (TBC)
Monday 23 June 2025 - PTFA Colour Run Planning Meeting
Tuesday 24 June 2025 - Y1 Yorkshire Sculpture Park Trip
Friday 27 June 2025 - Walk to School Day
Tuesday 1 July 2025 - Crucial Crew Y6
Thursday 3 July 2025 - Sports Day Back Up (TBC)
Friday 4 July 2025 - Training Day
Monday 14 July 2025 - Year 6 Performance 1:30pm
Friday 11 July 2025 - Coppice-Fest & Special Festival Theme Lunch
Friday 18 July 2025 - Year 6 Leavers Assembly 9:15am
Friday 18 July 2025 - Break up for Summer Holidays
Monday 21 July 2025 - Training Day
Tuesday 22 July 2025 - Training Day
Each week, we’ll be sharing the attendance percentage for every class to celebrate great attendance and highlight the importance of being in school every day—because every lesson counts in building strong foundations for learning and success!
Weekly class attendance for the week ending 13 June 2025.
Class |
% |
|
Oak |
98% |
|
Beech |
95% |
|
Ash |
97.2% |
|
Sycamore |
99.7% |
|
Apple |
98% |
|
Chestnut |
93.8% |
|
Willow |
93.9% |
|
Whole School |
96.6% |
