Dear Parents & Carers,

We had lots of visitors in school on Wednesday who had a lovely day with the children and staff.  They were Headteachers from other Co-op Academy schools as well as two regional directors and the CEO of the Trust.

They spoke to children about their learning, looked through books and went into our phonics lessons.

The feedback was very positive.  They were all very impressed with the children’s behaviour and how well they took part in their learning activities.  They spoke about how articulate the children are and how confident and positive they spoke about Friarswood.  It was lovely to hear that the children told the visitors how safe they felt and how the staff help them to learn and that they enjoy being challenged.

The CEO was very positive with his feedback and he left with a big smile on his face.

Small & Tall

Small & Tall is open on the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of half term.  If you would like to book your child in, please send an email to fria.smallandtall@coopacademies.co.uk  

Free School Meals

Your child may be able to receive free school meals if you receive certain benefits.  As well as your child being entitled to the meals, the school will also receive extra funding which we use to support your child’s learning.

All you need to do is to click here to check whether you are eligible for this and to apply.  If you need any help, please get in touch with Mrs Dean.

School Photographs

A reminder that Monday 10th is School Photograhs. If your child has PE on that day they will need to come to school in their school uniform and bring PE kits to school.

Nasal Flu spray

The School age Immunisation team will be coming into school on Friday 11th November to deliver the Nasal Flu spray to children in Reception – Year 6. More information will follow closer to the date.

PTA meeting

Yesterday we had our annual PTA meeting.  Thank you to everyone who came along and offered their support.  There were lots of ideas by some very enthusiastic parents.  At the meeting the following parents were elected

Chair – Camilla Forrester

Vice chairs – Natalie Darlington and Eloise Bowen

Secretaries – Joanne Rathbone and Katie Archer

Treasurer – Katrin Tierney

They have organised a Halloween Fancy Dress Disco. A reminder that Monday 10th is also the date to bring the IQ Christmas card orders back.