Junior Newsletter
- Mr Davies
- 4 days ago
- 5 min read
Friday 4th July 2025
Headteacher's Update
What an exciting few weeks it has been across the Federation. It was wonderful to see the school community come together to enjoy the musical performances, excellent food, fun and games of Woolfest. Highlights included a fabulous football tournament, our wonderful choir performing as well as the appearance of a hot air balloon! This Woolton Hill tradition continues to be one of the highlights of the school year and I would like to thank The Friends of The Schools of Woolton Hill for their hard work and organisation.
I would also like to say a massive thank you to all the helpers who give up their time on a regular basis to come into school and make such a difference by listening to children read, keeping our school library looking so good and the PTA for their continued support in fundraising for our school.
As I write these words we are setting up for this years Sports day. I'm confident that we will be treated to some excellent examples of sporting brilliance and sportsmanship. Thank you to all of our families who for coming along to cheer on the children. Thanks too, to Miss Calder-Hoath and the whole staff team for their efforts setting up and running the day.
Staffing Update
After 20 remarkable years at the heart of St Thomas’ Infant School, Debbie West is preparing to take semi-retirement from her role as our much-loved admin officer on the front desk. Since joining us in 2004, Debbie has become an institution—welcoming generations of families with warmth, kindness, and a reassuring smile. While we’ll miss seeing her at the front of house each day, we’re delighted that Debbie isn’t going far. She’ll continue to be part of the St Thomas’ family next year, supporting us in a new, behind-the-scenes admin role.
We are now recruiting for a new Admin Assistant to work in the reception area at St Thomas' from 1st September 2025. For more details see this advert:
Woolfest
We hope you enjoyed this year's Woolfest, and thank you for all of the survey responses. Over 95% of parents that responded to the survey gave the event four or five starts out of five! However, we also had some really helpful feedback, The PTA have already met to discuss how we can improve the event. We'll be making some tweaks to bring an even better event to everyone! As well as having fun, together you managed to raise over £4,000. All of this money goes towards supporting the education and experience of the children at the school! Thank you!
Car Park
We’ve recently had a near miss in our school car park, and we’d like to remind all parents and carers to take extra care when driving on site:
Please drive slowly and remain alert at all times.
Be especially aware of children cycling or walking nearby.
Always check carefully before reversing.
Please switch off your engine if you’re waiting—idling creates exhaust fumes that children can breathe in.
Let’s work together to keep our school environment safe and healthy for everyone. Thank you for your continued support.
School Grounds News
We are delighted with the success of the Eco Team's mini-wildflower meadow! It is in full bloom and attracting bees and pollinators already. Well done to the children who helped sew and tend to the area.
Year 5/6 Production
Upper KS2 will be proudly presenting Peter Pan on Wednesday 16th July.
Year 5/6 parents can now book FREE tickets for the shows at 2pm and 5pm via this link to the events page of our website:
We are initially limiting tickets to 2 per family per performance. If more tickets become available we will let our families know. This will ensure that there is room for all our families to attend.
Starting Infant or Junior School in September 2026?
Does your child start junior school in September 2026? Do you know someone who is looking for a school place starting in Year R at St Thomas' or in Year 3 at Woolton Hill Juniors next year? Come along to our open morning to meet staff and children and to see our brilliant Federation in action.
Tues 23th September @9am
Thurs 23rd October @9am
Weds 26th November @9am
Thurs 8th January 2026 @9am
Register for any of these dates using these links:
School Uniform
As we move closer to the end of the school year, I'm sure some parents will already be looking ahead to purchase items for the new school year. Most items can be bought from a supermarket and items with logos can be ordered directly from our supplier Price & Buckland. Click below to access further information on this.
Click here for a reminder of our uniform requirements.
Year 4 Trip to Minstead
INSET Dates
Wednesday 3rd September 2025
Monday 3rd November 2025
Monday 5th January 2026
Friday 27th March 2026
Friday 19th June 2026.
The Autumn term will begin at both schools at 8.45am on Thursday 4th September 2025
Sporting Update
Well done to our pupils who recently took part in a local cricket competition at Falkland Cricket Club. Also to the children who participated in the Dodgeball competition at St Barts. Both teams represented our school with skill and sportsmanship.
Friends of the Schools of Woolton Hill
Pre-loved uniform
We have a stock of second hand uniform that you can buy for a small donation. Just message Rachel Ryan on 07833 767793 who can advise on what we have. If you have out grown items that are in good condition, please let us know and we can arrange to take these from you. If your child is leaving The Schools of Woolton Hill this year we would be delighted to have their uniform for re-sale.
Letting our Light Shine
A huge well done to pupils from across the Federation who recently took part in the Italia Conti Theatre Show called "No Limits. Performers included: Holly D, Immie S, Lottie C, Bella B, Thea B, Thea S, Rose H, Adelaide F, Mollie F, Grace H, Immy H, Aria B, Jasmine S, Austin B, Evelyn B, Amy L, Orla W, Erin D, Della W, Penny C & Emelie T.
Star Awards
The following children received Star Awards this week! They should all be really proud, well done!
27th June: Kitty S, Sofia K, Lydia Marsh, Oscar L, Jack D, Darcey H, Martha M, Alice M, Noah A and Nina H.
Hot Chocolate
27th June: Lily J, Francesca T, Joel H and Ellis C.
Life Learning
Independence
27th June: Ryan H, Bella B, Scarlett M and James M.
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