NEWSLETTER 12

18th June 2026

VALUE OF THE TERM – FRIENDSHIP

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfil the law of Christ.” The Bible, Galatians 6:2

District Sports

What an awesome team we had in the District Sports! “On Thursday we had fun at Farmor’s School competing against lots of other primary schools. The longest race was 600m. Other races included 50m sprints, track relay, and the triple jump. We were very successful and are proud to send 8 children to Area Finals later in the term. Well done all.

 Staffing Updates

Thank you for your patience whilst all the ‘moving parts’ were put in place. We feel great sadness at Mrs Miller’s decision to move on. Her presence and expertise in the classroom, and with ELSA, will be missed.

2026-27

  • The Hive will continue to blend and tailor teaching to Pre-school and Reception, together and separately as appropriate, with Mrs Turner as Class Teacher, supported by Mrs Hamlet and a yet-to-be-appointed TA.
  • Class 1 will be taught by Ms Heavisides and Miss Drewett, supported by Mrs Wilkes (4 days) and Mrs Ballard (1 day)
  • Class 2 will be taught by Miss Mowe, aided by Mrs Aiken.
  • Class 3 will be taught by Mrs Barrett and Mrs Mckenna (releasing Mrs Barrett to complete SENDCO duties). Mrs Richens return to the Teaching Assistant role in Class 3. Mrs Sharples remains off work due to illness.
  • Mrs Ballard will continue to deliver PE and Sport across the school, on a Tuesday and a Thursday – exact days for which class to follow
  • Mrs Wilkes will be running Breakfast as well as After School Club.
  • Mrs Brooks has stepped down as Clerk to the Governors and this role will need to be considered next.

Adverts for the TA position can be found online here – Recruitment – Kempsford Church of England Primary School

School Governor Role

We have a Parent Governor role, which we would like to fill as soon possible. If you are interested in becoming a Parent Governor, please complete a nomination form. Further details are on our Recruitment Page (see above).

Safeguarding

We have created an ‘Acceptable Use of IT’ Policy (which includes our use of AI) and an Allergies Policy. Both are available on our website in DRAFT form. They will be considered at the next Full Governors meeting.

 Parent’s Welcome Meeting 2026

For parents who missed the meeting this week, the PowerPoint is available from our website here – The Hive: Foundation Stage Unit 1 & 2 (Pre-School and Reception) – Kempsford Church of England Primary School

Scooters and Bikes

Please can we ask Parents to support us in discouraging the children from riding & scooting in the school playground? I feel it only a matter of time before a smaller child is accidentally knocked over.

End-of-Year Parental Reports – REMINDER & UPDATE

Your child’s report will be emailed directly to you (although a security question will appear to provide some safeguards). This will significantly reduce the time spent compiling all the different aspects of the report AND reduce our negative impact on the environment with printing and paper costs. DO WE HAVE YOUR CURRENT EMAIL ADDRESS? (We can generate more than 1 email per child, for those with ‘Parental Responsibility’ if you so wish. Please talk to the office.)

LAST CHANCE – Parent Survey 2026

The Governors would very much appreciate your considered response to the annual Parent Survey, which you can find using this link – https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ncetcp73A0qbBzCeEBM2NcXEAy6R4OJMkXVtKpPUkW1UME9QUDkzSzlQVk42UVhKWlZTWkY3N1NCVi4u It takes just 2 minutes (11 questions) and will be of immense value to our incoming Head Teacher, Miss Drewett. Governors will consider your responses in July.

THIS SURVEY WILL CLOSE FRIDAY 26th JUNE.

THINK. It is ILLEGAL TO PARK on zig zag lines outside a school. Potentially, it endangers all our children.

Slimbridge Trip next week

We hope we have managed to confirm with parents whether they are supporting us on this trip in person. If you are not sure, please ask at the office. Thank you to everyone who offered.