Issue 38 - Friday 4th July 2025
Issue 38 - Friday 4th July 2025
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Headteacher's Welcome
Headteacher's Welcome
Dear Parkfield Families,
We’ve had another positive and purposeful week at Parkfield, with lots going on as we head towards the final stretch of the school year.
On Tuesday, our annual Transition Day took place and was a great success. Pupils spent the day with their new teachers and classmates, getting a feel for what September will bring. There was a real buzz of excitement throughout the school and we hope the experience has helped everyone feel a little more confident about the changes ahead. We also heard lovely feedback from our Year 6 Parkfielders, who spent the day at their new high schools – it’s great to know they’re already making a fantastic impression!
As part of their post-SATs enrichment, Year 6 took part in a Careers Day on Wednesday, where they had the chance to interview a range of people from the school community from different industries. The children asked thoughtful questions and learned all about the different journeys people take to geto to where they are in their careers. We hope it’s sparked inspiration for the future! A huge thank you to the visitors who gave their time to speak to the children because your input was incredibly valuable.
Thank you, too, for your support with today’s non-uniform day. The many bottles sent in will be used at next week’s Summer Fair, and we’re very grateful for your contributions as it really helps make the event a success for everyone.
As always, thank you for your continued support.
Have a lovely weekend,
Mr Kemp
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
TUESDAY 8TH JULY - RECEPTION CLASS ASSEMBLY - 9.00AM Families are welcome to come along and watch the Reception children tell us all about their learning in their first ever class assembly.
WEDNESDAY 9TH JULY - Y5 MUSIC ASSEMBLY - 2.00PM Y5 families are welcome to join us to watch Y5 showcase their musical talents in a special assembly.
THURSDAY 10TH JULY - Y2 CLASS ASSEMBLY - 9.00AM Families are welcome to come along and watch the Year 2 children tell us all about their learning in their first ever class assembly.
FRIDAY 11th JULY - FORFEIT DAY - Children are welcome to come into school dressed in non-uniform in exchange for Chocolate. These items will then be used as prizes at the Summer Fair taking place that afternoon.
FRIDAY 11TH JULY - 3.15PM - SUMMER FAIR - ALL FAMILIES WELCOME - BRING PLENTY OF CHANGE
MONDAY 14TH JULY - 6PM - 8.30PM - Y6 LEAVERS PARTY @ PARKFIELD
THURSDAY 17TH JULY - 9AM - Y6 LEAVERS ASSEMBLY Familes are welcome to join us to celebrate the last day of our Year 6 pupils
THURSDAY 17TH JULY - SCHOOL CLOSES FOR SUMMER HOLIDAYS
LATEST NEWS
LATEST NEWS
SUMMER FAIR - FRIDAY 11TH JULY - WE NEED YOUR HELP
If you're able to support set up and/or run a stall at the Summer Fair on Friday 11th July, we would be grateful for as much help as possible. Please let the school office know if you are able to help in any way. Thank you in advance for your support.
ATTENDANCE
Well done to Reception class who have had 100% attendance this week! That's amazing. We also have 17 children who are on track to achieve 100% attendance this year and 112 pupils that are meeting the school target of 96%.
SCHOOL GATEWAY MOVING OVER TO ARBOR
As previously mentioned we are moving over to a system called Arbor rather than School Gateway. However, we've been able to continue using Gateway until September so payments can continue as normal. We will communicate further changes in the new school year.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CLUB FOR SEPTEMBER
Please note that this will be able to be booked from 1st September on our new Arbor system. There is no need to panic as there will be spaces for all children to attend. More information will be sent near the end of the summer holidays.
AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS CLUBS
AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS CLUBS
ALL AFTER SCHOOL SPORTS CLUBS HAVE NOW FINISHED FOR THIS TERM.
IF YOUR CHILD IN YEAR 5/6 HAS SIGNED UP TO THE 3 V 3 FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT YOU SHOULD HAVE RECIVED AN EMAIL.
THIS WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE 7TH, 8TH & 9TH JULY (SEE BELOW).
3 v 3 Football
3 v 3 Football
On the 7th, 8th & 9th July year 5/6 children have the opportunity to take part in a
3 V 3 football tournament run by Mrs Banks after school.
Your child must wear FULL CORRECT PE kit on these days.
This will be from 3.15pm-4pm and it is just Parkfield children.
All children have now been put into teams - picked randomly out of a hat!
3 V 3 rules will apply!!
Your child must be available for all 3 nights.
REMINDERS
REMINDERS
STAFFING FOR SEPTEMBER 2025
Following our recent recruitment we are now in a position to name the staff that will be in each class from September.
Reception: Mrs Taylor, Miss Dippnall, Miss Aspin, Miss Eatock
Year 1: Mrs Hartley, Mrs Mullane, Mrs Randell and Miss Rigby
Year 2: Miss Leary, Mrs Rowarth, Mrs Balfe and Miss Charlotte
Year 3: Mrs Gooding, Mrs Gully, Miss Bradshaw and Miss Howarth
Year 4: Miss McCall, Mr Shearman, Miss Hamilton and Mrs Heyes
Year 5: Mrs Acil, Mrs Bardsley and Miss Hall
Year 6: Mr Robinson, Mrs Naughton and Mrs Langan
Cherry Tree Room: Mrs Shepherdson, Mrs Edyvean and an additional teaching assistant (currently recruiting)
Work will be taking place over the coming weeks to ensure there is smooth transition from one class to another for all pupils.
NEW MEMBERS OF STAFF
You may recognise a few new names on our staffing list. We welcome to the Parkfield staff Mrs Edyvean, our new Assistant Headteacher and SENDCO. Mrs Edyvean joins us from an outstanding local primary school where she has taught children across the primary age range and had a positive impact on pupils with SEND.
Welcome also to Miss Leary who is going to be our Y2 teacher for the next 12 months whilst Miss Gibson is on maternity leave. Miss Leary is returning to Parkfield after she completed her teacher training with us a few years ago.
STAFF LEAVING
Our interim Deputy Head and SENDCO, Mr Russell, is going to be leaving us this summer as he has been successfully appointed as the SENDCO at an Oldham high school. Mr Russell has been a great addition to the team over the past two terms whilst he has covered Mrs Clawson's maternity leave. He will be missed and we wish him all the best in his new role.
Unfortunately, Mrs Slatford is going to be leaving Parkfield next Friday 11th July after successfully being appointed at another primary school. Mrs Slatford Has been our wonderful front of house member of staff over the past 5 years and she is going to be sadly missed by all at the school. We wish her all the best in her new role.
Finally, Mr Barnett will also be leaving us at the end of this academic year. Mr Barnett has been at the school for 12 months and has supported our Year 6s brilliantly whilst also being of great support for the sport taking place across the school.
EASY FUNDRAISING - PLEASE SIGN UP, SPEND MONEY AND RAISE FUNDS FOR SCHOOL!
We want to let you know about a way you can support the school using an online platform called easyfundraising. It helps schools, causes and charities in the UK raise donations for FREE by simply shopping online.
They have partnered with over 7,000 brands including John Lewis & Partners, Argos, Iceland, Amazon, eBay and M&S who will give you and the school a donation every time you shop with them at no extra cost.
The brand pays easyfundraising a percentage of what the shopper spends and easyfundraising turn that into the donation that goes to the school
Over 190,000 causes and charities are using this at the moment and £56 million has been raised so far, so it really does work!
To sign up and help Parkfield raise money, please click here: Easyfundraising for Parkfield
FREE SCHOOL MEALS, FREE HOLIDAY CLUBS AND FOOD VOUCHERS
Did you know that if you are entitled to free school meals you also get access to free holiday clubs and food vouchers during the holidays? To apply or if you're not sure if you are eligible, please read the information and apply using the link here. School receives additional funding for those pupils that are entitled for free school meals and this much needed funding helps better support all Parkfielders. Even if your child is in Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 or they're on packed lunch - please still apply. In addition, if there has been a change in your family circumstances (i.e. recently become unemployed) you may also be entitled to apply for Free School Meals.
Latest Class Updates
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
Mr Kemp is our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) supported by Mrs Clawson and Mrs Smith (Deputy DSL). 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
ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY
ATTENDANCE and PUNCTUALITY
As you are all aware, school attendance and punctuality is one of Parkfields priorities and I have been thrilled with the support that parents have been giving with regards to improving their children’s attendance.
Our school target is 96% this year and we need your continued support to ensure that we meet this mark.
ATTENDANCE - HOLIDAYS IN TERM TIME
ATTENDANCE - 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. This could also result in the authority taking legal action against parents, resulting in a fine or court appearance. Over the next few weeks I will be making contact by letter with the families of children whose attendance is below 90% to invite you into school for a discussion about how we can support you to improve your child’s attendance.
Thank you so much to all the families who have been working hard to ensure children’s attendance and punctuality is high. Establishing early good habits really will make a positive difference to their lives. 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 at shortly after.
If you arrive after the doors are closed you will have to come through the school office.
Arrivals after 9.30am are classed as an unauthorised absence for the morning session.
HEALTH and SAFETY
HEALTH and SAFETY
STAY SAFE EARLY BIRDS - REMINDER
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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