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Newsletter July 2025

“Growing together through respect, responsibility, courage and inspiration”
“Growing together through respect, responsibility, courage and inspiration”

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Spotlight on Our Christian Value: Courage

This month we are focusing on the Christian value of courage.



“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13

Year 6 Updates


Year 6 enjoyed a wonderful Leavers’ Service at Winchester Cathedral, beginning with cathedral activities and a tour of the crypt, and ending with an afternoon service.


  • Friday 4th July: Y6 will enjoy a surprise day trip as a celebration of their time at school. Parents, please keep the destination a secret!

  • Thursday 17th July, 2:00pm at Ecchinswell Church: Parents are warmly invited to join the school in celebrating Year 6’s achievements at our own Leavers’ Service. Please bring tissues — it’s always emotional!

  • Last day of term: Children may bring in a shirt to be signed by classmates (not the one they are wearing, for safeguarding reasons).



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Safeguarding:

Tick Awareness


As we enjoy more time outdoors, please be aware that ticks are on the increase.


This resource provides guidance on how to remove ticks and signs and symptoms to watch for.




Looking Ahead to Next Term


Thank you to parents who came to meet Mr Davies, our Interim Executive Headteacher starting in September. He is excited to join the Ecchinswell school community.


We also prepare to say goodbye to Mrs Bailey, who is retiring this term. She has dedicated many years to teaching and supporting children with additional needs, making an incredible difference to our school. We wish her a happy and well-deserved retirement.


Our SENCo role will be taken on by the SENCo from the Woolton Hill Federation of Schools. Miss Knapp will visit before the end of term to work with Mrs Bailey on a thorough handover.


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Year 6 Cake Sale


Year 6 are raising funds for their leavers’ hoodies with a cake sale on Thursday 3rd July during break time.


All children may buy cakes, so please send in a little money for them to join in.





After School Clubs


Clubs will not run during the last week of term. Final sessions are:


  • Monday Craft Club: 7th July

  • Tuesday Cricket Club: 8th July

  • Tuesday Outdoor Activities Club: 8th July

  • Thursday Choir: 10th July

  • Friday Netball Club: 11th July



MyHappyMind Parent App


Since October 2024, our school has used myHappymind, helping children learn about mental health and wellbeing. Parents can now access the myHappymind Parent App, which includes:


  • Insights into what children are learning

  • Activities to do together at home

  • A Kids Zone with games and resources


👉 Create your free account here: myHappymind Parent Resources


You’ll need your name, email, and the authentication code included in the newsletter email.


School Uniform Reminder


Please ensure children return in September with the correct uniform:

Uniform

  • White polo shirt or shirt

  • Grey trousers, skirts, culottes, pinafores, or knee-length shorts (not black)

  • Grey, black, or white socks/tights (not leggings)

  • Black school shoes (no trainers or boots)

  • School cardigan or jumper

PE Kit

  • White collarless PE shirt (school logo or plain)

  • Royal blue shorts

  • Trainers or plimsolls

  • Tracksuit trousers

  • Sweatshirt/hoodie

👉 Order logo items here: School Trends Uniform

All items should be clearly labelled.



Speedwell Performance: The Wizard of Oz


Speedwell Class will perform The Wizard of Oz on:

  • Tuesday 8th July, 2:00pm

  • Wednesday 9th July, 6:00pm


Parents can book seats via this form: Wizard of Oz Booking

  • Extra afternoon seats now available for Speedwell parents.

  • Parents from other classes are welcome to attend the afternoon performance (book via the same link).

  • During the evening show, refreshments will be sold by the PTFA.



Silver Class Drumming Performance


Silver Class parents are invited to a performance of African drumming on Wednesday 9th July at 11:15am.



INSET Days 2025–26


  • Wednesday 3rd September 2025

  • Monday 3rd November 2025

  • Monday 5th January 2026

  • Friday 27th March 2026

  • Friday 19th June 2026



Dates for Your Diary


  • 3rd July – Y6 Cake Sale

  • 4th July – Y6 Surprise Visit

  • 8th July – Speedwell Performance, 2:00pm

  • 9th July – Silver Class Drumming, 11:15am

  • 9th July – Speedwell Performance, 6:00pm

  • 16th July – Silver Class Evacuee Day (children to dress as evacuees)

  • 17th July – Y6 Leavers’ Service, 2:00pm at Ecchinswell Church

  • 18th July – Last day of term for children

  • 21st July – INSET Day

  • 22nd July – INSET Day

  • 3rd September – INSET Day



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“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” — Proverbs 22:6

 
 
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