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3 weeks ago
Posted on 22nd May 2026 by

The Big Future Survey

The year 6 children have just completed this and it would be great if the other year groups could support this survey.

First of all, congratulations to your Year 6 pupils on completing their SATs, and thank you to all your staff for everything you’ve done to support children through the assessment period. I know how much work and care goes into making the experience positive for pupils.

As Children’s Commissioner, I’m writing to ask for your support in helping children at your school take part in my new survey, The Big Future.

Your pupils can take part here: http://www.childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/thebigfuture.

As many of your Year 6 pupils will have recently finished their SATs, this could be a great opportunity for them to reflect on their time at primary school and share their hopes and ideas for the future in their own words.

I want to hear from children aged 0–18 from every background, in every part of the country, and your support will help make that possible. I’m asking children about the things they enjoy, the challenges they face, the changes they want to see in their communities, and what they think a good childhood should look like today.

I would be hugely grateful if you could share the survey with pupils, parents and carers across your school community. Schools with particularly high participation rates will receive formal recognition for helping amplify children’s voices, along with a summary of their pupils’ responses, and an invite to my final Festival of Childhood.

To support you, I’ve created a pack of resources including an introductory video, lesson materials and FAQs, all available on my website.

I’ll publish the findings next year, and they will help shape the conversations and decisions being made about children’s lives and futures at the highest levels.

Thank you very much for your support.

Dame Rachel de Souza

Children’s Commissioner for England
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3 weeks ago
Posted on 22nd May 2026 by

Weekly Respect Champions 22.05.26

Well done to our Respect Award Champions who will go into the draw, to be in with a chance to be awarded our school termly respect trophy.

  • Class R – Theo
  • Class 1 -Phoebe
  • Class 2 -Grace
  • Class 3 -Rory
  • Class 4 -George
  • Class 5 -Wren
  • Class 6 -Charlie

 

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3 weeks ago
Posted on 22nd May 2026 by

Celebrating Success. Certificate of Achievement 22.05.26

Well done to everyone who received awards or shout outs today. We are very proud of you.

  • Class R – Luan for trying so hard putting your hand up to answer questions on the carpet. Well done!
  • Class 1- Scarlett for your fantastic independent writing this week. You have worked so hard. Keep it up!
  • Class 2 -Jake for an increase in your confidence , working hard and always being polite. Excellent news!
  • Class 3 -Phoebe for working hard on your presentation, making sure your writing always looks smart too. Fantastic !
  • Class 4 – Myles for a super effort in descriptive writing and your handwriting. Keep it up!
  • Class 5 – Josh for working really hard particularly in science this week. Fantastic!
  • Class 6 – Milly for always working really hard and trying to achieve your best. A quiet superstar! Well Done!
  •  Headteachers Award- Eco Team for working with pupils from Thomas Adams on our joint Art Project.
  • Lunch Award-Casey for politely communicating his lunch choices to the staff. Well done!
  • Raffle Ticket-Rufus

 

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3 weeks ago
Posted on 22nd May 2026 by

Celebrating Success. Book Worm 22.05.26

Well done to everyone who received awards or shoutouts this week, we are very proud of you.

Today we celebrated reading in our celebration assembly, with praise for lots of children for their reading at home and reading throughout the curriculum in school.

  • Class R -Fleur
  • Class 1 -Alice
  • Class 2 -Oliver
  • Class 3 -William
  • Class 4 -Illaria
  • Class 5 -Theo
  • Class 6-Harrison T

Congratulations to all our chosen Book Worms, your reading at home and school was excellent this week.

Remember to keep up those good reading habits.

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4 weeks ago
Posted on 15th May 2026 by

Class 6 Fun at the Park

Class 6 had a lovely time, chilling, relaxing, playing football and enjoying the play equipment in the park today after their SATS test.

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1 month ago
Posted on 10th May 2026 by

A letter from Fairy Blossom Brightwing

Dear Forest School Friends,

I need your help! Last night, a wild twisty wind blew my spring potion right out of my hands, and it spilled into the mud.

Without a new potion, the flowers in my forest might stay closed, the leaves may stay curled, and the whole forest will just stay sleepy for far too long! Has Spring started in your forest? How do you know?

Please could you help me by making a brand-new spring potion?

You can use:
✨ fallen petals
✨ leaves
✨ rainwater
✨ sticks
✨ mud
✨ anything the forest offers you (as long as it’s already on the ground).
Mix them together gently — forest magic works best when made with kindness. When your potion is ready, label it and leave it in a special spot so I can collect it at sunset. I’ve left everything you need in the special bag.
Thank you, brave potion makers.
I believe in you.
With sparkles and sunshine,
Blossom Brightwing
Spring Fairy

We had a wonderful morning making spring potions for Blossom Brightwing. We had been left a letter in the woodland so we used the ‘signs of spring’ clues to locate it. Following this, we worked with our partners to create sparkly potions from fallen treasures.
In the videos you might be able to hear us waking the ingredients with the words, “Spring is here!”

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1 month ago
Posted on 08th May 2026 by

Marmalade and Mash Children’s Clothing Sale

 

I previously owned a children’s clothing brand called Marmalade & Mash, which has now ceased trading, and I am holding a one-day clearance sale on Wednesday 4th June from 12pm–7pm at my home near Hodnet (postcode SY4 4LY – full address provided on confirmation).

There is a large amount of beautiful, high-quality children’s clothing available at heavily reduced prices, covering ages 2–12 years, including everyday wear, occasion outfits and gifts. Parents will also be welcomed with a glass of fizz on arrival to make it a lovely shopping experience.

To make this beneficial for the school community too, I would be very happy to donate 20% of sales made by Hodnet School families directly to the PTA. Parents would simply mention they are from Hodnet School when attending.

I feel it could be a really lovely opportunity for parents to purchase quality children’s clothing at very affordable prices while also raising funds for the school at the same time.

Please see the attached flyer for your reference.

Thank you so much.

Warm regards,

Naomi Greenway

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1 month ago
Posted on 08th May 2026 by

May Half Term Holiday Art Workshops

May Half Term workshops.

We will explore the colours of the rainbow through the works of six famous artists.

It promises to be a great project and I’m also including a 15% discount code for your students.

Please see the  attached leaflet for more information.