SCHOOL NEWS & Key Dates

_{HEADTEACHER MESSAGE}

I want to begin by saying a genuine thank you from all of us at TPS for the kindness and understanding shown since returning to school following Mr Davies’ passing - your support has been greatly appreciated.  I’m also grateful for your tolerance around the school closure on Friday. I completely understand this this will have caused some logistical challenges for families and I appreciate your flexibility.

Below, you’ll find some photos of how we have remembered Mr Davies in school. Our Kindness Tree has been a real focal point for pupils – a space to pause, reflect and share memories. It has offered a meaningful way for the children to talk about their thoughts and celebrate the kindness that Mr Davies showed to everyone. It’s been a privilege to stand next to them and join in those conversations. As we move forward, we will share some of the longer-term plans we have to honour his contribution to TPS.

On a positive note (please see the section below), a huge well done and thank you to Mr Rickard, who has helped TPS achieve Centre of Excellence status with the Leadership Skills Foundation. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to inspiring tomorrow’s leaders and developing leadership at every level of our school.

Finally, you may have noticed new signs about mobile phone use near the school gates. Please can I ask that you do not use phones while on site. This supports our safeguarding efforts and helps ensure that all children are kept safe. Thank you!

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_{CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE STATUS}

Twynham Primary School has this week been revealed as a Centre of Excellence by the Leadership Skills Foundation. The achievement marks a significant milestone for the School.

With only 37 centres selected for the 2025-26 academic year from the 2,500 plus that the Leadership Skills Foundation works with annually, the accomplishment is testament to the work of Mr Rickard.  It is also completely aligned to our  TPS values of ‘nurturing today’ readers; inspiring tomorrow’s leaders’.

The Centre of Excellence title was launched in 2023-24 and is presented to organisations that demonstrate a deeply held commitment to developing essential leadership skills in their learners to help them prepare for work and for life. To be considered, centres must adhere to a comprehensive list of criteria, including: a commitment to effective leadership practices, pathways for leadership throughout the school community, fostering a positive school community culture, implementing innovative leadership strategies and maintaining high standards of learner performance.

We would like to say a big thank you to Mr Rickard for all he does for Twynham Primary School.

 

 

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_{REMEMBRANCE DAY}

This week we commemorated Remembrance Day with a two-minute silence and were joined by Mr Harmer, who played The Last Post on the bugle.

The children also learned about the significance of poppies and recreated these through poppy art.

A big thank you to Mr Harmer for making the event so memorable for the children.

 

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_{MRS WELLFORD BOOK REVIEW}

 

The Bird Boy

Bird Boy is a really emotional story. I liked how the author showed the boy’s feelings after he lost everything he knew.

The book is beautifully written and gently talks about some of the hard things people go through in life. It’s full of feeling and helps us understand big emotions like sadness and loss. It also shows how spending time in nature can make us feel calm, safe, and hopeful again.

When you’ve finished reading this book, I’d love to know what you think!

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_{STRONGER RELATIONSHIPS COURSE} 

BCP Council is pleased to offer a free, inclusive and evidence based online course to all parents and carers of children aged 0 to 18.

Stronger Relationships

Whether you are living with your co-parent or apart, in a blended or extended family or identify as a single parent, the course offers a confidential, non-judgmental space, techniques and ideas to:

• Work out how you want to raise your child and what you want or need from your co-parent or co-carer
• Improve the relationship with your child and adults who are important in your life
• Make arrangements to support your child's education, emotional health, their living arrangements (shared care or contact if you are parenting in two homes), their faith and sense of right and wrong as they grow 
• Work through disagreements in a more respectful way

Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities understands the challenges of balancing responsibilities as parents and carers, which is why their online course offers the flexibility to learn at your own pace. 

This 6 week online course allows you to access course materials including thought provoking videos, games and quizzes at a time that suits you best. You will also engage in weekly group discussions with course experts and fellow parents, allowing you to share experiences, seek guidance, and explore fresh perspectives; group discussions are offered in one hour morning, afternoon and evening slots to suit family and work commitments.

To register for your FREE place Link or see the attached flyer and enter your BCP postcode to get your FREE place.

 

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_{CLASS ASSEMBLIES}

We are delighted to invite Parents and Carers to view their child's Class Assembly this Term.

Please arrive by 2:45pm and enter via the School Hall entry door.

Details of the dates they will take place are provided below.  

20 November	Year 6
27 November	Year 5
4 December	Year 4
11 December	Year 3

 

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_{NEW THURSDAY DANCE CLASS}

We have a new dance class for KS2 on Thursdays 3:05 to 4:05pm.

Please see the below link for booking and attached flyer.

Thursdays Crew (7 - 11yrs) at Twynham Primary School, Dorset | dh dance | Powered by ClassForKids

If your child is in receipt of pupil premium, please contact the school office.

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_{FOLLOW TPS ON SOCIAL MEDIA}

Did you know TPS has accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter?

We keep these pages up to date with the latest news and events, so may serve as a handy reminder for parents.

If you would like to follow us on social media you will find the links to our Facebook and Twitter Accounts on our website homepage, at the top of the page. You will find a QR code below which will direct you to our Instagram page.

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_{PTFA NOTICES}

 

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_{BOURNEMOUTH BAY TEACHER TRAINING PARTNERSHIP}

Please click here to find out more information

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_VACANCIES

To review current Twynham Learning vacancies please follow this link. 

https://www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies

 

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_{Key Dates} 

	DATE	YEAR			START	END
SCHOOL CLOSED	14 NOVEMBER	ALL
HOUSE DAY	19 NOVEMBER	2-6			9:00AM	3:05PM
YEAR 6 CLASS ASSEMBLY	20 NOVEMBER	6			2:45PM
SCIENCE CENTRE TRIP	20 NOVEMBER	5			9:00AM	3:05PM
YEAR 5 CLASS ASSEMBLY	27 NOVEMBER	5			2:45PM
PTFA DONATION MUFTI DAY	28 NOVEMBER	ALL
PTFA  WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP	2 DECEMBER	PARENTS			PM
YEAR 4 CLASS ASSEMBLY	4 DECEMBER	4			2:45PM
PTFA CHRISTMAS FAIR	5 DECEMBER	ALL
TPS CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY	5 DECEMBER	ALL
PTFA GUARDIAN ANGEL GIFTS	11 DECEMBER	ALL
SAVE THE CHILDREN CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY	11 DECEMBER	ALL
YEAR 3 CLASS ASSEMBLY	11 DECEMBER	3			2:45PM
PTFA CHRISTMAS DISCO	16 DECEMBER	1-6
LAST DAY OF TERM	19 DECEMBER	ALL
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS	22 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY	ALL
INSET DAY	5 JANUARY	ALL
CHILDREN RETURN TO SCHOOL	6 JANUARY	ALL
PTFA CANDLE LIGHT YOGA	21 JANUARY	PARENTS
PTFA DOUGHNUT SALE	6 FEBRUARY	ALL
INSET DAY	13 FEBRUARY	ALL
HALF TERM HOLIDAY	16 FEBRUARY - 20 FEBRUARY	ALL
PTFA EASTER DISCO	24 MARCH	1-6
LAST DAY OF TERM	27 MARCH	ALL
EASTER HOLIDAY	30 MARCH - 10 APRIL	ALL
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL	13 APRIL	ALL
MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY	4 MAY	ALL
HALF TERM HOLIDAY	25 MAY - 29 MAY	ALL
INSET DAY	1 JUNE	ALL
PTFA CAR BOOT SALE	7 JUNE
PTFA DOUGHNUT SALE	12 JUNE	ALL
PTFA ENTREPRENEUR FAIR	26 JUNE
PTFA SUMMER DISCO	14 JULY
LAST DAY OF TERM	22 JULY	ALL
SUMMER HOLIDAY	23 JULY - 28 AUGUST	ALL