Newsletter - May Week Three
Dear Families,
It’s been a very exciting last week of the half-term. All the children have taken part in their sports day activities. It was great to see the children having a go and competing, enjoying their own successes and so many children showing resilience when things got a bit tough. There was some super teamwork and team spirit shown along with plenty of resilience.
Thank you to all of the parents who supported this and had fun in the rain on Wednesday!
Eco Conference
Mrs Bebbington and myself had the pleasure of taking a group of children to a very exciting eco-conference in Manchester yesterday. We met other children from the other primary trust schools. We learnt about a wide variety of facts, focusing on how to be eco-friendly. The children proudly presented their eco-warrior work at the conference, and they had lots of fun making bug homes and bird feeders.
Well done to Alicia, Billy, Ruben, Lorna, Ella and Emma. We were so proud of you.
Small & Tall news
After half-term, we have a new manager, Mrs Mann, who will be joining us. She has been in to meet the staff and children already. We look forward to welcoming her to Friarswood and we know that you’ll support her whilst she’s getting to grips with how Small & Tall runs and whilst she’s getting to know all of our families.
A reminder that Small & Tall is closed on Wed 4th June after school due to staff training. Due to all the staff being involved in this, the school gates will be closed at 3:30pm. There will not be anyone in the offices.
Father’s Day Lunch
Please make sure you have paid and sent your food order choices in by the start of the half term. The payments etc will close on Wed 4th June.
Classes for next year
Here is the staffing list for next year.
Nursery - Mrs Tagg & Miss Goodwin
Reception - Mrs Williams & Mrs Ashton (& Mrs Simpson)
Year 1 - Mrs Elkin & Mrs Harris (Mrs Elkin Mon & Tue, Mrs Harris Thu & Fri, Wed are alternated between them)
Year 2 - Mrs Dickens & Mrs Simpson
Year 3 - Mrs Rafferty
Year 4 - Ms Cooper
Year 5 - Mrs Hartley
Year 6 Mrs McConvey
Mrs Bebbington - TA for Years 1 & 2
Dr Fletcher - TA in Yr 5
Ms Master-pupil support in Yr 6
Miss French - TA for Years 3 & 4
Mrs Hughes - Cover supervisor ( Mrs Hughes covers classes when teachers have PPA time, leadership time or out on training)
Have a lovely half-term everyone.
Take care and stay safe.
Mrs Wilmer
Some information for parents which you may find useful. One of my friends was scammed at a car park not so long ago, so I thought you may find this useful.
The Hidden Dangers of scanning QR Codes - Action Fraud and Sky News
Cyber criminals are increasingly exploiting QR technology to direct people to malicious websites designed to steal people’s personal and financial information.
QR codes have become a convenient part of everyday life—but they also carry hidden risks. A recent Sky News investigation revealed that organised crime groups are using QR code stickers across UK streets, including near schools, to promote illegal online cannabis delivery services. These links lead to slick websites offering next-day delivery, with transactions handled through banks and cryptocurrency. The products are often unregulated and potentially dangerous.
Meanwhile, Action Fraud warns that criminals are also using fake QR codes to trick people into giving away personal or financial information. Some replace legitimate QR codes in car parks with scam versions, while others send malicious codes via email in phishing attacks known as ‘quishing’.
To stay safe, only scan QR codes from trusted sources, avoid using third-party scanning apps, and double-check links before following them. Suspicious QR code activity should be reported to Action Fraud at https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/a-z-of-fraud/qr-codes
Upcoming Dates
| May Half Term | 26.05.25-30.05.25 | All week |
| Inset Day | 02.06.25 | School closed |
| Staff training | 04.06.25 | Small and Tall closed pm |
| Year 1 Trip | 04.06.25 | Brampton Museum |
| Father's Day Lunch | 10.06.25 |
Here is the booking form -https://forms.gle/nusXazB1ryK92GGt7 All bookings to be made and paid for by Tuesday 3rd June |