Essential Online Safety Guide
Published 30/01/26
Safety online can be a tricky topic at home, here is an online safety poster to help support you with practising some essential online safety.
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Read More2026 - National Year of Reading
Published 30/01/262026 is the National Year of Reading
Across the UK, children and young people are reading less than they used to & stories aren’t getting the same space they once did - and when reading drops, confidence, imagination and learning take a hit as well.
This year, a national spotlight is being put on reading - watch this 90 second video to find out more.
To help kick start the 2026 National Year of Reading, we’re inviting everyone in our school community and across our trust, to take 10mins each day to read something you enjoy.
Have a look at our Ten Ways to Take 10 poster to get inspired!
From our teachers to our TAs, our Year 2s to our Year 10s, and our families to our Finance teams, we want to make 2026 the year we #Take10ToRead and #GoAllIn with reading.
Let’s get started...
Read MoreOpal Weekly Update 30.1.26
Published 30/01/26Here is a snapshot of what the children have been exploring during OPAL this week.
Read MoreSchool Disco 5.2.26
Published 30/01/26Don't forget next week is the School Disco, a highly anticipated date in the diary for the children!
Parentmail payments are now set up and will be open until Wednesday 4th February 3.15pm. Once this deadline has passed, you will still be able to pay with cash or card on the door when entering the Disco on Thursday.
Read MoreCelebrating Students 23.1.26
Published 23/01/26This week we are celebrating the achievement of this child in Year 4 who has passed his purple belt test in Karate.
Congratulations!
Read MoreOpal Weekly Update 23.1.26
Published 23/01/26Here is a snapshot of what the children have been exploring during OPAL this week.
Read MoreFOWS Update - Upcoming Events
Published 23/01/26The FOWS (Friends of Orton Wistow School) have some exciting fundraising events coming up for the children to enjoy.
Events coming soon...
Read MoreA Parents Guide to AI Toys
Published 23/01/26This week we are sharing an online safety poster with a useful guide for parents regarding AI toys and the risks to consider.
Read MoreOpal Weekly Update 16.1.26
Published 16/01/26Here is a snapshot of what our children have been up to during lunchtimes with OPAL.
Read MoreParent Tips for Electrical Safety & Devices
Published 16/01/26See below a really useful guide for parents sharing 10 top tips for electrical safety & devices.
Read MoreForest School
Published 16/01/26A selection of children have been exploring the outdoors through our Forest School sessions, building confidence as they practise resilience and develop strong teamwork skills. Working together in a natural environment has encouraged problem-solving, communication, and independence. Forest School is especially valuable for children as it supports wellbeing, nurtures curiosity, and helps them learn through hands-on, meaningful experiences in nature.
Read MoreYoung Voices 14.1.26
Published 16/01/26On Wednesday 14th January, our choir took part in Young Voices in Birmingham. This was a truly unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
The children represented the school brilliantly, listening carefully and singing superbly throughout the performance. Their enthusiasm, focus and teamwork truly shone on such a big stage. We all had a fantastic day at the BP Pulse Arena, joining over 6000 other young singers in an inspiring celebration of music. It was a joy to see the children perform with such confidence and pride. We are incredibly proud of every one of them for their hard work and wonderful behaviour, and for being such fantastic ambassadors for our school.
A huge thank you to the adults who came to help on the day, we're very grateful for your support.