Five Elms Primary School

Dear Parent/carer, Please see attached Retirement letter.

Dear parent/carer, Please note that this is the final week for all non-paid after school clubs. All non-paid clubs will finish this week and will not run after this time. 📌Bike Club is the only exception and will finish on Monday 6th July.📌 Please ensure arrangements are in place for your child after this week. Thank you for your cooperation.

Dear Parents and Carers You may have seen in the news, articles about the use and misuse of squishy toys. Whilst there may be a positive effect for managing anxiety some trading standards offices around the country have highlighted potential dangers particularly cheap ones that have come from unsafe sources. There is a risk that if a squishy split, it could release chemicals that are potentially toxic. The sticky nature of the soft inside material can also stain clothing and be difficult to clean off. With this mind, we ask that parents and carers do not allow their children to bring squishy toys into school so as not to expose children to any potential risk that these toys may pose I thank you for your co-operation

Dear Parents and Carers, We are excited to share the class teacher allocations for September – please see the attachment for full details! As part of our transition programme, on Wednesday 1st July, children will spend part of the afternoon with their new class teacher and classmates. This is a lovely opportunity for them to: Explore their new classroom Meet their teacher Begin building friendships Feel confident and excited about the year ahead This special transition time really helps children settle in and look forward to September with enthusiasm. Please take a moment to check the attachment so you are aware of your child’s new class and teacher. We hope they are as excited as we are about the year ahead!

Dear Parents and Carers, Please see the attached class teacher allocation for September. On Wednesday 1st July, children will spend part of the afternoon with their new class teacher and classmates as part of our transition programme. This gives them an opportunity to become familiar with their new classroom, meet their teacher, and begin to feel confident and excited about the year ahead. We would also like to invite you and your child to meet their new class teacher after school on Wednesday 1st July. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and carers to say hello, ask any initial questions, and support a smooth transition into September. Please access the classrooms via the external classroom doors from the playground. Year 6 teachers will be located in the playground by the library. We look forward to seeing you there and helping make the transition to September as smooth and positive as possible. Please note that the attachment for the classes will go out at the end of day today.

Dear Parents/Carer, Please note that AM tennis club has been cancelled due to the weather.

Dear Parents and Carers, In response to the current extreme weather conditions, we have implemented a number of adaptations to help manage the heat and support the wellbeing of pupils and staff throughout the school day. We would like to remind you of the measures we have put in place to help keep pupils safe and comfortable: • Increased ventilation across the school, with doors/windows opened from early in the morning to allow a flow of cooler air and create a breeze through classrooms • Electric lighting kept to a minimum • Children are encouraged to drink more throughout the day • Use of shaded areas and blinds to cover windows to avoid direct sunlight • Suspension of physical activity • Adaptation of the curriculum to better manage the heat • Children may wear their PE kits instead of school uniform to remain comfortable • Children will not be accessing the playground during free times and instead will remain in classrooms and larger areas such as the halls and gym on rotation, which are well ventilated with higher ceilings and improved airflow • Use of cooler areas such as the library, on rotation, which is air-conditioned However, in light of the red heat alert and associated health and safety considerations, we understand that you may feel it is in your child’s best interests to remain at home if they are particularly affected by the heat or have medical conditions which are exacerbated by the heat. As a result, associated absences will be authorised until Friday 26th June 2026. Please continue to inform the school office of your child's absence for us to record this correctly. The school will continue to review conditions and undertake dynamic risk assessments as circumstances change, carefully balancing the needs, wellbeing and safety of the whole school community while maintaining access to education wherever possible. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We will continue to keep you updated of any changes.

Dear parent/carer, Just a reminder that next week is half term. The school will be closed from Monday 25th May to Friday 29th May. We look forward to welcoming all pupils back on Monday 1st June. Have a lovely half term break!

Dear parent/carer, Just a reminder that next week is half term. The school will be closed from Monday 25th May to Friday 29th May. We look forward to welcoming all pupils back on Monday 1st June. Have a lovely half term break!

Dear Parents and Carers, I am writing to inform you that the school will be closed on Thursday, 7th May, as the premises will be used as a polling station. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We look forward to welcoming all children back to school on Friday, 8th May. Thank you for your understanding.