Welcome Back and Happy New Year!

Dear Parents and Carers,

We hope you had a wonderful festive break and are feeling refreshed as we begin an exciting new term. It’s lovely to see the children back in school, ready to learn and play together.

As you’ll have noticed, the new year has brought some very cold and wet weather! Please ensure your child comes to school with warm, waterproof outerwear, including a coat, hat, and suitable footwear. This will help them stay comfortable and safe during playtimes.

Despite the chilly conditions, we’re embracing the season as a fantastic opportunity to enhance our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) experiences at lunchtimes. The children have been reminded that, as part of Phase 1 of the programme, lunchtime access remains limited to the playgrounds and the Wistow Mile track. This helps us to reduce the impact of soggy mud while still giving children plenty of space to play and explore.

Upcoming Curriculum Evening – Wednesday 21st January

We are delighted to invite you to our Curriculum Evening on Wednesday 21st January. This is a valuable opportunity for us to work with you and share ways that you can continue to support your child at home. The evening will take place in the school hall and will cover a number of important topics, including updates on our OPAL journey.

More information will follow in a separate letter coming out shortly, but we hope you will join us for what promises to be an informative and engaging event.

Thank you for your continued support in making playtime active, fun, and safe for all. We’re looking forward to a brilliant term ahead!

Warm regards,

Hayley Fidgett

Assistant Headteacher