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Newsletter 20 – 2nd February 2026
Knowledge begins with respect for God (Proverbs 1:7)
This half-term’s value is ‘Compassion’ (Colossians 3:12)
Vision Screening for Reception Children (Robins)
Vision screening is an important part of the universal delivery of the NHS National Healthy Child Programme.
Children’s vision continually develops from birth up to the age of seven. This is why it is important to test, detect early and begin any treatment of defects that may occur. The test also reduces the risk of defects developing into visual impairments if left untreated.
Vision screening will be taking place for the reception class children on Thursday 5th February. An opt-out consent form will be sent home with your child closer to the screening date. If you do not receive one and wish to opt-out, please contact the school
Spanish Day
Miss Ashton is busy organising a Spanish-themed day for the children next Monday 9th February. The Espiritu Flamenco team will be visiting school to give the children a taste of Spain through Spanish dance and music workshops. The Espiritu flamenco team consists of a Spanish guitarist accompanying a Flamenco dancer. In the workshops children will learn some percussion flamenco, clapping rhythms, dance and music style. Children will be able to wear non-uniform for that day – particularly red and yellow if possible (the colours of the Spanish flag).
Age Ratings on TV Programmes
Please remember to check that the TV programmes your child watches are appropriate for their age. We have had a number of children saying that they have been allowed to watch programmes which have an age rating of 15 or more.
The ratings are there to protect your children from seeing harmful content including bad language and violence, so please do take them into account when deciding what your child can watch.
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School Year 2026-27 The school holiday pattern for the school year 2026-27 is now available on the school website (Parents/Term Dates and School Holidays).
Please consult this when booking holidays and trips abroad to avoid your child missing vital learning time.
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NHS Dentist
A message from Richmond Terrace Dental Centre:
We know how difficult it can be for families to find an NHS dentist, so we’re pleased to let you know that Richmond Terrace Dental Centre is now accepting NHS patients of all ages.
All NHS patients are welcome, with free dental care available for children and teenagers under 18.
To make registration simple, use this QR code. Please note that registration can only be completed via this QR code, which parents can scan to register quickly and securely.
This week’s Amazing Achievers!
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You’ve Been Spotted! Children who have been demonstrating one of our school values:
Humna Hussain & Zaynab Zohaib– Robins Maryam Nakhuda – Woodpeckers Skye McCaw - Kingfishers Sara Bhamjee – Swallows Farah Hussain – Doves Zeeshan Nain – Owls Aayza Farooq - Kestrels Amina Farooq – Hawks Malik Hasan – Falcons Shan Akhtar – Eagles
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Headteacher’s Award Children chosen for a special achievement:
Sami Abdrabou & Hussain Murtaza – Robins Hannah Muhammadi – Woodpeckers Noor Fatima - Kingfishers Yusuf Muhammadi – Swallows Muaaz Hanslod – Doves M. Ayaan Siddique – Owls Razane El-Mansori – Kestrels Ebraheem Sadiq – Hawks Azaan Jamadar – Falcons Hamza Abdrabou – Eagles
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Recent Reading Badges
Doves Haris Jahangir - Topaz
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Remarkable Readers
Children who have impressed their teachers with their reading this week:
Eesha Hussain - Woodpeckers Zainab Hussain – Kingfishers Aariz Kayani – Swallows Aisha Ditta – Doves Abdul Rehman – Owls Jumaanah Essa – Kestrels Shurayh Mohammed – Hawks Fatima Diwan – Falcons Fatima Noor – Eagles
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Mrs Martin’s Class of the Week: Owl’s |
Mr Ulhaq’s Ultimate Achiever: Aizah Hussain (Owls) |
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Mr Richardson’s Lunchtime Awards: Hishaam Kayani (Robins) & Anaya Faisal (Hawks) |
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Last Week’s Attendance
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Best attendance |
Best punctuality |
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Infants |
Robins (100%) |
Robins |
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Juniors |
Kestrels (100%) |
Hawks |
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Best wishes
Julian Rogers Headteacher
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