Locking Stumps Community Primary School

Dear Parents / Carers, Alongside the children’s fantastic work in lessons and clubs, we’ve enjoyed a great Year 4 trip to Warrington Museum and swimming lessons are well underway. Coming up, we have the Year 3 trip to Tatton Park and the exciting Year 6 residential! These experiences play a valuable role in your child’s learning and wouldn’t be possible without your support. Please check your ParentPay account for any outstanding trip payments. If you’re having any difficulties, feel free to speak to a member of staff in confidence – we’re here to help. Dates for your Diary: Monday 29th - EYFS Parents’ Workshop (9:00am) Monday 29th - Year 4 Swimming lessons continue. Monday 29th - Year 3 trip to Tatton Park Friday 3rd October - Whole School immunisations Friday 3rd - YR1&2 Celebration Assembly (parents will receive a Ping if their child is showing work) We would like to remind you of our morning drop-off procedures and the importance of arriving on time to ensure a smooth and safe start to the school day 🏫. • 🚪 Gates open: 8:35am • 👋 Classroom doors open: 8:40am • 🚫 Gates close for Years 1–6: 8:50am sharp (Gary will be locking the gate by he bike sheds first to help his route) • 🚫 Doors close for EYFS: 9:00am 🔔 Any children arriving after these times must enter through the school office. Please do not enter the playground after the gates have closed, as lessons will have started 📚 and the school grounds must remain secure 🔒 for the safety of all pupils. Thank you for your cooperation and continued support 🙏 in helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment. Save the Date: 🎉✨Our annual PTA Firework Display is due to take place on Thursday 6th November. Please see the attached flyer for more information.🎉✨ 🎟️Ticket will go on sale via ParentPay and are sold on a first come, first served basis. More information to follow. We look forward to seeing you there! 🎭 Costume Donations Needed! 🧺✨ We are looking for donations of dressing-up costumes to help enhance our lunchtime provision in the Sensory Den 🧠💫 If you have any good quality, washed, and unwanted children's costumes (ages 4+), please bring them to the school office by Friday 3rd October. Thank you for your continuing support. Attached Wizards Football Team - U11s Letter Re: Flu Immunisations PTA Firework Display

Dear Parents / Carers, We've had a wonderful week, and Autumn Term 1 is now in full swing! It has been fantastic to see the children settling back into their routines with such enthusiasm and focus. Our after-school clubs have started this week and it is lovely to see so many pupils getting involved. The children are working extremely hard both in and out of the classroom, and we're really proud of their efforts. We held our first Celebration Assembly which was a success too! Well done to all of those celebrated (see X for some images). Upcoming Reminders: Monday 22nd - Year 4 Swimming continues Tuesday 23rd - YR 4 Trip to Warrington Museum Friday 26th - LKS2 Celebration Assembly Monday 29th - EYFS Parents Workshop, 9am School Hall Wednesday 22nd / Thursday 23rd October - Parents' Evening - More information to follow. Thursday 6th November - PTA Firework Display - tickets will be on sale soon (last year it was sold out so be ready!). Please remember to inform the school office if your child will be absent from school. If we do not receive notification of your child’s absence by 9am, this may result in a home visit as part of our safeguarding procedures. We would like to encourage all parents to download the My Happy Mind app to a device at home. This will support your child's learning in PSHE in school and is a fantastic, free online resource to help you and your family to learn more about My Happy Mind strategies that you can use at home. You will need to register for this with your email. You can also login at https://myhappymind.org/parent-resources You will need our school authentication code to sign in to this; this is 111204.  MyHappyMind App includes many useful resources including supporting our children who might sometimes struggle to control emotions. The resources are amazing. We pay for this service and we cannot recommend it enough. https://warrington.onlinesafetyhub.uk/ - IS a great resource for e-safety. There is an App used by our parents called Custodio - it is highly recommended. There is a FREE version for all Warrington Schools. This has had a positive impact for some families. Safeguarding - This week the children were reminded about how to stay safe and who to speak to in the event of them feeling unsafe. A reminder for parents - if you feel worried about other children in our community and would like some advice and guidance, follow this link: https://www.warringtonsafeguardingpartnerships.org.uk/p/i-work-or-volunteer-with-children-and-young-people/how-to-report-abuse or Report any safeguarding concerns about a child or young person to children's safeguarding and social work teams on 01925 443322, press one and either say MASH or the name of the person if known. Outside of office hours call us on 01925 444400 We kindly ask that when parking around the school, you park considerately to ensure the safety and convenience of everyone. Parking in a disabled space is only permitted if you have a blue badge permit. Please avoid blocking pathways and refrain from parking on double yellow lines leading up to the school to allow access for emergency vehicles. Your cooperation helps maintain smooth traffic flow and ensures pedestrian access is not obstructed. The PCSO and Police have informed us of regular checks in the Autumn Term. Walking, Bikes and Scooters - We encourage, where possible, children to walk to school. As part of our Climate Action Plan, we will be raising the profile of this as much as we can. Thank you for your continuing support! Attached: YR5&6 Girls Rugby Football Development OCT Holiday Club

Dear Parents and Carers, Although it has been a short week, it has been wonderful to see the children return to Locking Stumps full of excitement, looking smart and ready to learn. Honestly, they have been brilliant - school is so settled and learning has well and truly started. Your children are a credit to you. We have 30 new children in Early Years and another 8 brand new children to school - all have started to understand just how brilliant Locking Stumps is! Behaviour around school has been excellent, with children showing lovely manners and really embracing our school values. Well done to everyone! Reminders: Please ensure your child comes to school each day with all the items they need, including a water bottle, snack, and coat. PUT NAMES ON ALL ITEMS (We already have items in lost property!). After-School Clubs will begin the week commencing Monday 15th September. Please see the attached letter and the previous SchoolPing message for full details. Year 4 Swimming Lessons will start on Monday 8th September. Children will have an early packed lunch in their classroom before heading off for their swimming session—very exciting! Finally, our first Celebration Assembly of the year will be held on Friday 19th September for Year 5 and Year 6 pupils. Parents of the children being celebrated will be notified by the end of next week. Some other positive reminders! Our Attendance is VERY GOOD! AND You are on time! Please can you keep this up. All children have the correct uniform. BIRTHDAYS - If your child's birthday falls on a school day they are allowed to wear their own clothes and a badge, etc. If your child's birthday falls in a half term or on a weekend, they should wear their school uniform in school but badges, etc. are more than welcome (The School Council created this opportunity last year). Thank you for your continued support, Attached: *Important* Please see attached a letter from Warrington Borough Council in relation to School Attendance. After school clubs School Meals Menu Diary Dates

A Message for Parents: Online Safety and Snapchat Group Chats Cheshire Police have recently shared information about a Snapchat group chat that raised concerns, involving both adults and young people — including some children from the Warrington area. The police are currently managing the situation and want to raise awareness among parents and carers. While this relates to a specific case, it highlights the importance of regularly talking with children about how to stay safe online, especially when using apps like Snapchat or being part of group chats. We encourage you to take a few minutes to read the police message below and use it as an opportunity to have an open, age-appropriate conversation with your child about staying safe and feeling comfortable coming to you with any concerns. 🔗 Police urge parents to speak with their children about Snapchat safety following reports of a concerning group chat in Warrington | Cheshire Constabulary Thank you for your continued support in helping to keep all our young people safe online.

Dear Parents / Carers, Wow – what a week it’s been! Again. Do we ever have a quiet week? We’ve had a jam-packed few days full of memorable moments: from the wonderful Ukulele and Choir performances, Tri Kidz events, Rugby competitions, litter picking, to a fun-filled Beach Day and the heart warming EYFS Graduation Assemblies. And we’re not done yet – we’re getting our glad rags on and dancing shoes ready for the Year 6 Leavers’ Disco this evening! School reports have now been sent home, and we’re sure you’ll be just as proud of your children’s achievements as we are. A huge thank you to everyone who attended and supported the PTA Summer Fair. Despite the change in weather, it was – as always – a fantastic success. Please see the attached PTA newsletter for all the highlights. Thank you again tot he PTA! Miss Collins - she's back! As is Miss Hughes! We are delighted to have them back after maternity leave! Next week is proving to be just as amazing: 📅 Monday14th July - Languages Day, see previous SchoolPing AND Mindfulness sessions with Russell Treasure 📅 Tuesday 15th July Year 3/4 Sports Day – 9:15–10:30am (rearranged - classes have had a separate Ping - fingers crossed!) 📅 Thursday 17th July - EYFS Pirate Party 📅 Thursday 17th July - Please bring a carrier bag into school for school books, etc to be sent home 📅 Friday 18th July Year 6 Leavers’ Assembly – 9:15am in the school hall - Year 6 only 📅 Friday 18th July - School closes at 1:40pm for the end of the academic year 📢 Important Notices for Parents & Carers 🚫 All After School Clubs Have Now Finished A reminder that all after school clubs have now ended for this academic year. Please ensure your child is collected at the usual home time. Thank you! 😊 🩺 Gentle Health Reminder If your child has experienced vomiting or diarrhoea, please keep them at home for 48 hours after the last episode. This helps us prevent bugs from spreading to other children and staff Esafety: https://warrington.onlinesafetyhub.uk/ - HONESTLY - it is amazing for us adults! 🚴‍♀️🛴 Bikes & Scooters at School It’s fantastic to see so many children staying active by riding their bikes and scooters to school! To help keep everyone safe, we kindly ask: 🚫 Dismount from bikes/scooters before entering school grounds 🚷 Do not ride on the playground or within school premises ⚠️ IMPORTANT: E-scooters are not allowed at school. 🔒 Please also note: Bikes and scooters left at school are done so at your own risk. 🚫 - Please do not park on the Staff Car park, including drop off and pick up. Thank you for your continued support! ❤️📖We are excited to announce that our school will be taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge! We have been learning about this in class and the children are really exciting. What is the Summer Reading Challenge? The Summer Reading Challenge is a fun, free initiative designed to keep children aged 4–11 motivated to read during the summer holidays. Children set their own reading goals and can read anything they enjoy – all books count! We have attached information to help you and your child get started. Let the reading adventure begin – help your child start their Summer Reading Challenge today! 📢This is a great resource for safeguarding our children on line. There is a brilliant app to download which is well worth looking at.  https://warrington.onlinesafetyhub.uk/ Silent Auction for a Warrington Wolves signed shirt.... ssshhhhh - we have a few bids - the auction closes on Tuesday: https://forms.gle/B14R8S7an1ZR6eET6 Thank you for your support. Attached (a lot!) HAF Summer Camps Freedom Football Sumer Camps PTA Newsletter Library Information Summer Reading Challenge

Dear Parents / Carers, School is now closed for the Easter break! We reopen on Tuesday 22nd April at the usual time. We hope you all have an Egg-citing break! Don’t forget to check out our X page @LockiesCPS We would like to send a huge congratulations to all the Super Scribers entries and winners! A special shout-out to all our amazing children who have achieved 100% attendance this term – your dedication and commitment are truly commendable! Well done for all your hard work! 🎪 Final Reminder: Circus Tickets – Last Few Remaining! Sunday 18th May!🎪 Just a friendly reminder that there are only a few Circus tickets left! Don’t miss out on the fun – tickets can be purchased via ParentPay. Grab yours before they’re gone and avoid disappointment! Thank you for your continuing support. Dates for your Diary: 📅 Tuesday 22nd April – School reopens at the usual time. 📅 Friday 25th April – Year 3 STEM Workshop. 📅 Friday 25th April – Class/Group/Leavers Photographs – Children must wear full school uniform (no PE kits). The Warrington Online Safety Hub is now live! This brand-new online resource is packed with expert advice and guidance to help you manage your child’s safety online as a parent. Please see the attached letter for some useful information. Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to an amazing summer! Attached: The Newsletter! SEND Check in & Chat School Photographer Year 5 Rylands Sharks Warrington Online Safety