Friday Update - 14.11.2025

Miss McNamara's Message

What a week! We always love to keep ourselves busy at Coppice Valley, and this week has been no different. As you will have heard, it has been assessment week, so the children have been busy showing off some of the things they have learnt so far. We know that assessments can feel stressful for some pupils, so our approach is always to reassure them that tests are just one measure of what they know. They are certainly not the full picture, and they don’t measure the truly important things, like kindness and curiosity.

It is our autumn parents’ meetings next week, and we are very much looking forward to seeing you all. The children’s books will be available to view in the school hall, along with our floor books, which will also be out for you to browse while you wait.

We currently have lots of building work happening in school — a sure sign of a thriving community — with even more beginning next week. Details of our new nursery works are included below, but we also have a canopy structure being installed at the back of the Forest Classroom w/c 24 November. This will help us expand our wraparound care provision and will provide a fantastic outdoor learning space for KS1. The installation will take three days from the middle of the week and should not affect drop-off or pick-up around the back of school. If any changes are needed, we will let you know.

And finally… the work in the Reception garden should be completed early next week too. Phew!

Nursery Works Update

Work will begin on our old bungalow this Monday as we start transforming it into our new nursery. Please note the car park will be a hive of activity, and parking and access will be limited during this time. Works vehicles will be accessing the site and have been asked to avoid drop-off and collection times wherever possible. If you have any concerns, please contact the school office and ask for Mrs Tunney.

Join us as a Parent Governor!

Would you like to impact our school community? Join us as a Parent Governor and help shape our school's future. No experience is needed - just enthusiasm and commitment. Training is provided. Please submit your expression of interest by emailing office@cvps.rklt.co.uk or calling 01423 563 760 no later than Friday 28 November.

Oak Class Nativity and KS1 Christmas Performances - Tickets Are Available!

Tickets for the Oak Class Nativity and the KS1 Christmas Performance are now on sale through the School Shop. Don’t miss these festive celebrations - book early to secure your seats!

• Oak Performances are at 9:30pm, we are you to take your seats at 9:15am.
• KS1 Performances are at 1:45pm, we ask you to take your seats at 1:30pm.

A Gentle Reminder - Nut Free School

Coppice Valley Primary is a nut-free school. Please ensure that any snacks or packed lunches do not contain nuts or nut products. This helps us keep all children safe. Thank you for your support and understanding.

2025 Christmas Card Competition with Verity Frearson!

WIN £500 FOR OUR SCHOOL and up to £100 for yourself!

The festive season is just around the corner and we’re inviting local children to take part in our exciting Christmas challenge with the chance of winning £500 for their school! We're asking children to showcase their artistic skills and create a design for the Verity  Frearson 2025 Christmas Card.

You can either email your entry to hello@verityfrearson.co.uk with your NAME, AGE, SCHOOL & CONTACT DETAILS or drop
your design into our office at Tudor House, 26 Albert Street Harrogate, HG1 1JT.
Entries close on Monday 8th December at midday.
Finalists will be selected from the following age categories;
Under 5’s, 6-7 year olds, 8-9 year olds and 10-11 years olds.
Our favourite from each category will each receive a £100 Harrogate Gift Card. These 4 designs will be shared on our social media pages and the design with the most likes by Friday 12th December at midday will win £500 for that child’s school.

• Children should create a coloured design on a piece of white A4 paper (either portrait or landscape).
• Colouring pencils, paint, crayons and felt tips may be used but please do not stick added material onto the entry.
• Although not essential, anything relating to Verity Frearson or houses would be great!

A Christmas Gift from The Village

"We know that Christmas can be a tricky time financially. We would love to enable you to give your kids a little something towards a wonderful Christmas. We will be opening The Village Toy Shop on the 6th December 2025 at The Village for you to collect a free gift, use our Christmas wrapping service and enjoy some Christmassy refreshments and joy!"

To receive a gift for your child please sign up by the 23rd November 2025.

Open from 3pm to 5pm on 6th December @ The Village Harrogate, 282 Skipton Road, Harrogate.