Dear Parents and Carers,
We are almost at the end of this academic year with only two more weeks in school. There are lots of important dates over the last few weeks so please check all of the information below carefully.
Staffing Update
After many years of dedicated service to our school, Mrs Osborne will be leaving us at the end of this term to take up a part time teaching position at our partner school. Mrs Osborne has been a key part of our school community for many years and has nurtured so many of your children, both as a teacher and as a SENDCo. I’m sure you will join us in wishing her the best for the future!
In September, we will be welcoming Mrs Kumar to the school as our new Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion. She will also be our new SENDCo. Mrs Kumar is an experienced teacher and leader. She has visited the school this term and is looking forward to joining us in September.
Transition Day
The children had a very exciting afternoon meeting their new teachers today! The current Reception and Year 1 pupils met their new teachers here at Dorothy Barley Infant School and the Year 2 children visited the Junior School.
Everyone had a lovely afternoon and the children are looking very ready to move up to the next year group! Please see the letter below for further information about new classes for next year.
2025 2026 Letter
End of Term Dates
We have a very busy few weeks ahead! Here are the important dates for the end of term:
Monday 7th July – Nursery closed to current pupils as new Nursery children are visiting for their Stay and Play session
Wednesday 9th July – Rocksteady concert at 9:30am. Parents and carers of children participating in Rocksteady music tuition are invited to attend
Thursday 10th July – Reception meeting for current Nursery parents at 9:00am
Wednesday 16th July – Attendance games in the afternoon – children will receive an invitation
Wednesday 16th July – Last day of term for Nursery
Thursday 17th July – Reception concert to parents at 9:15am. Further information and tickets to follow.
Thursday 17th July – Year 2 Graduation at 2pm. Tickets and photos are now available to purchase on ParentPay
Friday 18th July – Last day of term for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 (non-uniform day). School finishes at 1:15pm.
Reminders
We have had more children complete their Junior Duke challenges over the past few weeks. Please remember to send the booklets back into school so we can ensure the children receive their reward! The deadline is Friday 11th July.
We have received a number of complaints about parking around the school entrance before and after school. Please park and drive considerately at all times.
Have a lovely weekend!
Mrs S O’Hara
Head of School