Posts By: Rachel Swinbank

Dear Parents and Carers, I would like to thank you all for your continued support in helping school ease some of the restrictions we have had in place during the past 18 months. The safety and well-being of pupils and staff is our number one priority and we are continuing to monitor COVID case rates… Read more »

Dear Parents and Carers, The Gateshead foodbank is run by over 100 volunteers and they rely on the support of local communities to ensure they can continue their amazing work in reaching those families most in need. During the current pandemic, they have helped and supported over 600 people each week. You can find out… Read more »

Dear Parents/Carers, This week we are thrilled to have re-opened our school library to all pupils across the school. Classes have enjoyed spending time in the library to share stories and choose books to loan. Classes should return their library books on the following days: Mon: Y6 Elm, Y2 & Y3 Tues: Y6 Larch &… Read more »

Dear Parents and Carers, I am delighted to let you know that the work in our Early Years outdoor area is now complete and the children in nursery and reception will begin accessing it from next week. We have also resumed our OPAL play across the rest of the school and the children are enjoying… Read more »

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Dear Parents and Carers, Thank you for your patience and understanding this week with the work going on in our Early Years outdoor area. I am sure you will agree that there has been a huge transformation already. The work is due to be completed by the end of next week and you can follow… Read more »

Dear Parents and Carers, Firstly, a huge welcome to our new nursery and reception children who have joined us this week. I hope you have enjoyed your first week at school! Although many restrictions have eased in relation to COVID, Gateshead have asked us to encourage parents/carers to continue to wear a face covering during… Read more »

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