SCHOOL NEWS & Key Dates
FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT TOURNAMENT
On Monday 5th May, a group of Year 5 and 6 pupils represented the school at the Coronation Cup Development Football Tournament held at Highcliffe St Mark Primary School.
The team played five matches throughout the day, winning two, drawing one and narrowly losing two. Every player showed excellent determination, teamwork and sportsmanship in a competitive environment.
The tournament provided a fantastic opportunity for children who do not regularly play football for a team to experience competitive school football, develop their confidence and enjoy representing the school. The pupils supported one another brilliantly and should be very proud of their efforts and positive attitude throughout the event.
Well done to everyone involved for representing the school so positively.
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH DAY
Last Friday, we celebrated the 100th birthday of David Attenborough with a wonderful day dedicated to nature and wildlife.
It was fantastic to see all the creative costumes, and the children thoroughly enjoyed taking part in a variety of fun-filled nature activities throughout the day.
FARMYARD TRIP
Elmers had so much fun on our school trip to Longdown Dairy Farm!
We enjoyed a tour led by Farmer Sandy, who showed us lots of different farm animals such as cows, goats, pigs and horses.
Elmers were so excited to feed the baby goats and cows, they even got to carefully hold a baby chick! We also carefully carried an egg freshly laid to the farm shop.
Well done Elmers on being fantastic on our trip, and a big thank you to our parent helpers!
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.
SCHOOL NURSE DROP IN SESSION
We are pleased to let you know that Fiona, from the Dorset Healthcare Nursery Nurse Team, will be returning for a parent drop in session on Wednesday 20th May between 8.45am and 9.45am. There is no need to book; places are on a first come, first served basis on the day.
She can offer advice on a range of topics including sleep, toileting, eating and general parenting. She cannot diagnose general medical ailments (rashes etc.) and the sessions are for parents only.
A LITTLE TREAT FOR OUR FAMILIES FROM CHICKEN & BLUES
We’re delighted to share that Twynham Primary School has been selected as a ‘School of the Month’ by Chicken & Blues as part of their local community initiative.
This recognition comes following a nomination from within our community, and as a result, families are being offered a complimentary C&B Juniors Meal - available for either dine-in or collection at their Christchurch, Winton or Ashley Cross restaurants.
The initiative forms part of the launch of their new C&B Juniors Activity Sets, designed to keep children entertained while dining, and we’re very grateful to be included in this celebration.
To redeem your complimentary meal, simply follow the link below and register - your reward will then be added to your account.
Chicken & Blues are also supporting Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity throughout 2026, donating from every Juniors Meal sold to help fund specialist nurses supporting seriously ill children and their families.
We hope you enjoy this kind gesture and thank Chicken & Blues for supporting our community.
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
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.
| 11 June | Year 2 |
| 18 June | Year 6 |
| 25 June | EYFS |
CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS
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
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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| SCHOOL NURSE DROP IN | 20 MAY | ALL | 8:45AM | 9:45AM | ||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 25 MAY - 29 MAY | ALL | ||||
| INSET DAY | 1 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS | 3 JUNE | ALL | ||||
| SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR | 3-5 JUNE | PARENTS | ||||
| 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 | R | 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 | ||||
