SCHOOL NEWS & Key Dates
HEADTEACHER MESSAGE
A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to the fantastic amount of money raised for Mr Moody and the Youth Sport Trust. Once again, it shows the generosity and community spirit of TPS. Please see below for full details of this brilliant achievement.
I would also like to thank parents and carers for their cooperation around parking and site safety. With Mr Smith on the gate in the mornings, the car park has felt much calmer and safer. However, the same standards are not always being followed at pick‑up time. If you do not drive onto site in the morning, the same expectations apply in the afternoon – even without Mr Smith at the gate!
A reminder that Blue Badge parking spaces should only be used when the badge holder is present in the vehicle, so that these spaces remain available to those who need them at that time. Please also remember never to park in the school gate, as this forces traffic into a one‑way system and creates unnecessary congestion and safety risks.
Finally, I ask everyone to respect the 5mph speed limit on site.
I know parking and traffic can feel like a dull topic, but these reminders are always shared with one aim in mind: keeping our children safe.
Thank you, as always for your support—and well done to Team TPS for raising such an impressive amount for Mr Moody and the Youth Sport Trust.
Mrs Hunter
TPS FUN RUN
We consider ourselves really lucky to work with Dan Moody, whose support over a number of years has made a real difference at TPS. His involvement in local sporting events, staff CPD for PE and pupil leadership development continues to have a positive impact across the school.
Earlier in the year, Dan supported our Year 6 leadership programme, which encourages pupils to think carefully about how they can contribute to school life, in line with our shared Twynham value of Ut Prosim – “That I may serve.” As part of the programme, pupils are challenged to plan and lead a project of their own.
Three Year 6 boys chose to organise a sponsored fun run as their leadership project. They took responsibility for planning and delivery and, with the support of Nathan Rickard, developed their idea into a successful whole‑school event.
Then we heard on the grapevine that Dan was planning to run London Marathon this year, which gave us an idea: the afternoon of our termly House Day provided the perfect opportunity to run the sponsored event and raise funds for Dan’s chosen charity, the Youth Sport Trust, who work with schools to help ensure more children can benefit from high‑quality sport and physical activity.
We were delighted to present Dan with the funds raised earlier in the week. At the Monday morning assembly, the total stood at £2,182, with further donations received since. In total, Team TPS has raised over £2,300. It’s fair to say that Dan needed a moment to compose himself as the boys presented him with the cheque.
We would like to say a big thank you to parents and carers for the continued support and well done to the children for showing such deternination and resilience.
NETBALL DEVELOPMENT TOURNAMENT
Our Year 3 and 4 pupils took part in a fantastic netball development tournament hosted at TPS. Due to rainy weather on arrival, the children began the afternoon indoors, taking part in a range of invasion games in the hall to warm up and get ready for the competition.
Once the rain cleared, we headed outside to the courts where the team played five netball matches against two other schools. The children showed great enthusiasm, teamwork, and determination throughout all of their games, applying the skills they have been developing.
It was a brilliant opportunity for everyone involved to gain match experience, build confidence, and enjoy representing the school. Well done to all pupils for their effort and positive attitude.
BENCHBALL TOURNAMENT
Our Year 6 girls took part in a benchball tournament at TGS and delivered an excellent performance throughout the event. The team played five matches in total, winning four and narrowly losing one.
Across all of the games, the girls demonstrated strong teamwork, good communication, and determination. Their growing confidence and understanding of the game were clear to see as they worked together to create scoring opportunities and defend effectively.
Their efforts paid off as they finished top of the standings and were crowned tournament winners. A fantastic achievement for the team and a great example of their hard work and positive attitude.
YEAR 1 WOODLAND WEDNESDAY
Our Year 1 children loved getting creative with clay during last week’s Woodland Wednesday.
They used leaves, twigs and other natural treasures to design special gifts for the Green Man, proudly showing off their artistic skills and connection to the outdoors.
WOODLAND WEDNESDAY DATES
Please see below the Woodland Wednesday Schedule for the Summer Term.
On their specific dates, the children will need to wear appropriate clothing, including waterproofs if the weather is due to be wet – please be aware they may get mucky, so old clothing would be best, and some spare clothes to change into following the activity in the event of wet weather is also advised.
NEW GAMING AND ONLINE BULLYING RESOURCES
In collaboration with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), new resources have been published on the Kids online safety website to support parents and carers with online bullying and gaming.
These new sections aim to help families feel more confident in understanding and discussing what children are doing and experiencing online.
Please see details of the new topics covered below and click here to access this resource
STORMBREAK
Stormbreak Shine pathways are short (between 15 and 30 minute) sessions, which can be followed at home to help support a range of needs.
If you would like further information or to have access to any of the pathways below, please email senco@twynhamprimary.com, stating your child(ren)’s name and which pathway(s) you would like more information/access to
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BREAKFAST AND AFTER SCHOOL CLUB BOOKING
Booking is compulsory for both Breakfast Club and Afterschool Club. Due to limited spaces, a place must be booked before the session begins.
Bookings can be made via your child’s Arbor account and must be completed at least 48 hours in advance of the session.
CLASS ASSEMBLIES
We are delighted to invite Parents and Carers to view their child's Class Assembly.
Please arrive by 2:45pm and enter via the School Hall entry door.
Details of the dates they will take place are provided below.
| 30 April | Year 4 |
| 14 May | Year 3 |
| 11 June | Year 2 |
| 18 June | Year 6 |
| 25 June | EYFS |
AHH ROMA COFFEE AND CAKE
We’re excited to add a little extra joy to your morning drop‑off! You can now treat yourself to a great coffee and delicious bakes from Ahh Roma Coffee & Cake right at our school gate.
We would appreciate you bringing your own travel mug if possible and getting your coffee as you leave site... thank you!
Enjoy!
BOURNEMOUTH BAY PARTNERSHIP
We are pleased to announce that we now offer full time and part time teacher training courses.
Our part-time teaching course offers a route into teaching for people balancing work, training, and family life. The course structure supports part-time employment, enabling you to maintain financial stability while developing your teaching career by training with Bournemouth Bay Teacher Training Partnership.
Bursaries are available for both training routes in eligible subjects.
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.
PTFA NOTICES
TRAIN HARD PARKOUR
Looking for a fun, active activity for your child? Train Hard Parkour offer sessions for children aged 6–10 and 10–14 at Twynham Primary School, and are offering Twynham families 50% off their first session using the code TWYNHAM50. You can book at www.train-hard.org
VACANCIES
To review all of the current Twynham Learning vacancies please follow this link.
https://www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
KEY DATES
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DATE | YEAR | START | END | ||
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| YEAR 4 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 30 APRIL | 4 | 2:45PM | |||
| MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY | 4 MAY | ALL | ||||
| YEAR 3 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 14 MAY | 3 | 2:45PM | |||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 25 MAY - 29 MAY | ALL | ||||
| INSET DAY | 1 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS | 3 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| PTFA LOCAL LITTER PICK | 7 JUNE | |||||
| YEAR 4 RESIDENTIAL TRIP | 9-10 JUNE | 4 | ||||
| YEAR 6 RESIDENTIAL TRIP | 10-12 JUNE | 6 | ||||
| YEAR 2 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 11 JUNE | 2 | 2:45PM | |||
| PTFA DOUGHNUT SALE | 12 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| YEAR 6 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 18 JUNE | 6 | 2:45PM | |||
| PTFA MUFTI DAY | 19 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| EYFS CLASS ASSEMBLY | 25 JUNE | EYFS | 2:45PM | |||
| YEAR 6 TRANSITION DAY | 26 JUNE | 6 | ||||
| SPORTS DAY | 2 JULY | ALL | ||||
| PTFA ENTREPRENEUR FAIR | 3 JULY | ALL | ||||
| PTFA SUMMER DISCO | 14 JULY | ALL | ||||
| LAST DAY OF TERM | 22 JULY | ALL | ||||
| SUMMER HOLIDAY | 23 JULY - 28 AUGUST | ALL | ||||
