Issue 31 - Friday 8th May 2026
Issue 31 - Friday 8th May 2026
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Headteacher's Welcome
Headteacher's Welcome
Dear Parkfield Families,
Although it has been a slightly shorter week than usual, it has still been another busy and exciting one here at Parkfield.
Today, our Year 5 pupils enjoyed a fantastic Edventure Day with Mr Haughton, where they explored the fascinating world of aeroplanes and the history of flight. From learning about famous inventors and early aircraft to understanding how planes stay in the air, the children were fully engaged throughout the day. These memorable experiences are always a highlight of our curriculum and help bring learning to life.
Earlier this week, our football team played out a hard-fought draw against Boarshaw. The team showed great determination, teamwork and resilience throughout the match and were incredibly unlucky not to come away with the win. Well done to everyone involved for representing Parkfield so positively.
Finally, we would like to wish all of our amazing Year 6 pupils the very best of luck for next week as they complete their SATs. We are incredibly proud of the hard work, effort and commitment they have shown throughout the year. Whatever the outcome, all we ask is that they try their very best and continue to believe in themselves. We know they will all be brilliant.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Have a lovely weekend,
Mr Kemp
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
MONDAY 11TH - 14TH MAY - Y6 SATS WEEK - YEAR 6 ARE WELCOME TO COME INTO SCHOOL FROM 8.15am AND ENJOY A SPECIAL BREAKFAST
TUESDAY 19TH MAY - Y3 FAMILY LEARNING @ 9.00am - Year 3 families are welcome to join us in the hall where they will learn alongside their child about the Year 3 spelling, punctuation and grammar expectations.
FRIDAY 22ND MAY - YEAR 3 SCHOOL TRIP TO MUTON PARK - Information has been emailed out and payment for the trip can now be made on Arbor.
FRIDAY 22ND MAY - 3.15PM - SCHOOL CLOSES FOR HALF TERM
MONDAY 1ST JUNE - SCHOOL RE-OPENS
TUESDAY 2ND JUNE - Y2 FAMILY LEARNING @ 9.00am - Year 2 families are welcome to join us in the hall where they will learn alongside their child about the Year 2 spelling, punctuation and grammar expectations.
FRIDAY 5TH JUNE - 1.15 - 3.15PM - SPORTS DAY (Weather Permitting) - This will involve the whole school and is always a highlight of the year. Families are welcome to join us on the school field.
LATEST NEWS
LATEST NEWS
ATTENDANCE
Despite the polling day this week, our school attendance has remaind strong and we are above the National Average. Over the Spring term our school was in the top 25% of schools in the country for attendance - this is thanks to your support and I want to thank you and hope that it continues throughout the summer term. We know that Parkfielders that attend school regularly, do better.
WORKSHOPS FOR PARENTS/CARERS OF CHILDREN WITH SEND/SEMH
Please see below details of a new series of fully funded workshops for parents & carers of children & young people with SEND/SEMH. These sessions have been funded by Rochdale Parent Carers Voice and will be delivered by Justin Axon and Katie Berrisford. All places are free.
Workshops and dates:
'Communication Through Play' Wednesday 20th May 2026, 9:30am–12pm
De‑Escalate, Regulate & Recover Tuesday 16th June 2026, 9:30am–12pm
Communication & Wellbeing for SEND/SEMH Families Tuesday 29th September 2026, 9:30am–12pm
Lifeskills and Independence Tuesday 20th October 2026, 9:30am–12pm
E‑Safety for SEND/SEMH Families Tuesday 17th November 2026, 9:30am–12pm
Friendships, Puberty & Safe Choices Wednesday 9th December 2026, 9:30am–12pm
All sessions are practical, accessible and shaped directly by what families have told us they need. They focus on realistic strategies, emotional safety and supporting families in ways that feel genuinely helpful.
Full details and booking links can be found here: Book Here!
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS ⚽🎾🏃
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS ⚽🎾🏃
An email has now been sent to say whether your child has a space in a club.
Monday 11th May - Year 3 & 4 Athletics, Rounders and Cricket Club 3:15pm - 4pm
Tuesday 12th May - Year 5 & 6 Athletics, Rounders and Cricket Club 3:15pm - 4pm
Thursday 14th May - Year 5 & 6 Forest School Club 3:15pm - 4pm
REMINDERS
REMINDERS
WATER BOTTLES
We have a number of children that don't have a water bottle in school. Please make sure your child has one so that they can easily access water - particularly at this warmer time of the year.
EARRINGS
Please note that children are only allowed to wear stud earrings in school. Hooped earrings are not allowed for health and safety reasons.
SCHOOL DINNER PRICE INCREASE
A reminder that due to increase in costs for the school, school dinner prices will rise by 5p per day (25p per week) after Easter. These new prices of £2.90 per day and £14.50 per week will be altered on the Arbor app.
PARKFIELD CURRICULUM
If you would like to know what your child is being taught, our curriculum pages have all the information you will be looking for. They can be found here: https://curriculum.parkfieldprimary.com/home
HEALTHY SNACKS AND DRINKS
A reminder to send in healthy drinks and snacks. Sweets and fizzy drinks are not allowed in school although some children have tried to bring them in recently.
DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN EASILY RAISE MONEY FOR PARKFIELD?
Everytime you spend money online a small amount will be donated to school if you sign up to EasyFundraising. It costs you nothing!
To get started and support our school, please click here: Easyfundraising for Parkfield . Every donation makes a difference to our pupils.
MAKE-UP AND FALSE NAILS
Please ensure your child doesn't come to school with make-up and false nails on. We have had a number of our older pupils this week having to be reminded of the school rules.
NUT FREE SCHOOL
A reminder that for the safety of our students with nut allergies, please do not pack anything containing nuts into children’s lunch boxes.
MEET OUR PARKFIELD STAFF
MEET OUR PARKFIELD STAFF
Mr Campion (Year 3 Teaching Assistant)
Mr Campion (Year 3 Teaching Assistant)
Mr Campion joined Parkfield in November 2025, as a member of the support staff in Year 3, after having worked part time for an outdoor activity company.
He is kind and helpful, and is always looking for a way to make people smile.
Mr Campion loves the outdoors and often goes camping. His favourite thing to do is go for long walks, with break for coffee and cake of course. He also enjoys watching the football and spending time with his family and friends.
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY⏰
ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY⏰
Current Whole School Attendance: 95.1% (96% Target)
Current Whole School Attendance: 95.1% (96% Target)
Attendance (This week)
Attendance (This week)
Reception: 93.1%
Year 1: 97.8%
Year 2: 100% (Free Tuck shop Friday)
Year 3: 97.7%
Year 4: 97.1%
Year 5: 95.2%
Year 6: 96.3%
Whole School: 96.7%
Number of lates this week: 5
A reminder that classes that achieve at least 96% attendance (no more than 6 days of absence across a class) get a reward on their attendance ladder!
Holidays in term time
Holidays in term time
Please note that, in line with the school policy, fines will be issued to families that go on a term time holiday where children miss 5 consecutive full days. Currently the fine is £160 per child per parent which equates to a £640 fine for a two parent family with two children. This is reduced to £320 if paid within 21days. If you are going on holiday due to exceptional circumstances, please speak to the headteacher as a fine may not have to be issued. More information an be found on our attendance policy found here.
Persistent Absence
Persistent Absence
Persistent absence is defined by the Government as attendance below 90%. This equates to 19 days or more of absence a year or 100+ lessons missed. If a child’s attendance drops below 90% this could lead to them becoming a safeguarding concern and will certainly lead to them doing less well than their peers.
The link between attendance and achievement cannot be over stated. Your child will achieve better if they are in school every day. Only in very exceptional circumstances should a child be absent from school. Please ring the school office no later than 8.30am to report an absence.
Punctuality
Punctuality
Please get your child to school on time. Poor punctuality can lead to your child…
Feeling embarrassed in front of their friends
Missing the beginning of vital lessons making them fall behind
Missing important instructions for the rest of the school day
At Parkfield children are to line up before school and doors open at 8.45am. They close shortly after.
Arrivals after 9am are marked as late and anyone arriving after 9.30am are classed as an unauthorised absence for the morning session.
ATTENDANCE - MEDICINES
Our overall school attendance is steadily increasing and one reason is due to many of our families taking up the school offer of bringing a bottle of Calpol in for their child if they are feeling slightly under the weather. The medicine can then be administered by school staff if your child needs it throughout the day. We do find that many of our Parkfielders show that true resilience when they arrive in school and get through their day with very little support. However, if your child is too poorly to stay in school, we will contact home so that they can be collected.
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
Mrs Smith is our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) supported by Mr Kemp, Mrs Clawson and Mrs Edyvean. If you have any concerns about the needs or welfare of a pupil, please don't hesitate to contact the school. We all share a responsibility to our pupils safety and wellbeing.
As a school our promise is: We will listen, we will support and we will take action.
More information can be found on the school website here: https://www.parkfieldprimary.com/website/safeguarding-and-child-protection.html
HEALTH and SAFETY
HEALTH and SAFETY
STAY SAFE REMINDERS
If your child is attending Early Birds, please walk down the path and through the KS1 yard - it may take a few more seconds but it's much safer than walking through the busy car park. If the hall door is ever closed, simply ring the bell for assistance.
Dogs are not permitted in the school playground.
If driving, park further away from the school and walk to reduce congestion and the possibility of any serious accidents.
Unfortunately, Parents and Carers are not allowed to drop off and pick up from the school car park at any time.
Children are not allowed on the play equipment before and after school. Please keep them off.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING
5 WAYS TO WELLBEING
At Parkfield we promote the 5 ways to Wellbeing which can help children and adults to achieve a more positive lifestyle.
#THRIVE offer a local service for children and young people aged up to 19 years who are experiencing health and wellbeing issues such as feeling stressed, worried or not enjoying things. #Thrive can also provide advice and support to parents, carers and anyone that works with a child or young person. You can find out more information about the service by clicking here: https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk/thrive
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