St William of York Parent Newsletter - Friday 18th July 2025 | |
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This week's letter from Mrs Mayers...
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Dear Parents and Carers
As the end of term arrives, it's time to say a fond farewell to our incredible Year 6 Class of 2025. We are so proud of each and every one of you - not just for how hard you've worked this year, but for the kind, resilient and thoughtful young people that you've become. From your first days in Reception to your final leavers' production of Beauty and the Beast, your journey has been full of learning, laughter and growth. We hope your time with us has given you a strong foundation and a heart full of happy memories. Thank you for being such a special part of our school.
I would also like to take this opportunity to say a personal 'thank you' to our entire school community for the incredible support you've shown during my first year as Headteacher. It has been a truly fantastic year filled so much joy and so many unforgettable moments. I continue to feel immensely proud to lead such a special school.
Wishing you all a restful and joyful summer.
Hayley Mayers (Headteacher)
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 | 17 Jul 2025 Reception - Year 6 had an absolutely fantastic time celebrating their Sports Day 2025! |
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 | 15 Jul 2025 🌹 Year 6 Leavers Shine in Magical Beauty and the Beast Production! 🎭 |
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 🚴♂️ Silver Accreditation for TFL Travel for Life!
We’re proud to share that our school has achieved Silver Level Accreditation in the TfL Travel for Life programme (formerly STARS), recognising our commitment to promoting safe, active, and sustainable travel.
This award celebrates the work we’ve done to encourage walking, cycling, and public transport, and to help make journeys to and from school healthier and more environmentally friendly.
Well done to all the pupils, staff, and families who’ve taken part in travel initiatives this year — and thank you for helping us make a positive difference!
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🎉 Thank You, SWOYSA!
We’re delighted to share that SWOYSA has raised an incredible £8,717 this year through a fantastic range of events and ongoing fundraising efforts.
A huge thank you to our wonderful school community for your continued support — whether you attended an event, bought a raffle ticket, or helped spread the word, it all made a difference!
A very special thank you goes to the dedicated SWOYSA committee, who have given so much time, energy, and care to organising every event. We are so grateful for everything you do!
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Returning to school after the summer holidays
Please note that Monday & Tuesday 1st & 2nd September are INSET Days and school is closed to children.
Year 1 - Year 6 will return on Wednesday 3rd September.
Reception will start on Monday 8th September.
Nursery returners - Friday 5th September.
Nursery - new starters should have received a letter confirming their start date.
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 Arbor In-App Notifications
If you are not receiving In-App notifications, please follow these instructions to ensure you do not miss important messages & reminders: https://support.arbor-education.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002598038-Parents-not-receiving-push-notifications
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Action Required - Information Check for all Children
Please log into the Arbor App / Portal and check that all the information is correct and up to date.
This is an annual check to ensure the information we have on file is correct & accurate.
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School Information / Reminders
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Starting Secondary School Event on 22nd September 2025
Advice and support for Lewisham parents whose children are starting secondary school in September 2026.
It is an informal event for parents to ask questions about the admissions process and to meet staff, parents and students from our secondary schools.
Book your tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/starting-secondary-school-in-2026-tickets-1412472105089?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Punctuality is important
Please ensure your child/ren arrives to their classroom/s ahead of the 9am register.
We appreciate that occasionally there is additional traffic / unforeseen circumstances. However, we ask that you please ensure your child is in class for 9am register. As we have noticed an increase in the number of late children recently.
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Late Collection
We understand that, from time to time, unforeseen circumstances can result in occasional lateness. Please telephone the school office if you are running late so we can let your child and their class teacher know. We must also ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, and this includes managing the impact of late collections. Please see our Late Collection policy here.
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School Uniform - please ensure your child's clothes have their name on.
Please do make sure that you check the school uniform list before you buy or replace any items of clothing.
Key things to remember:
- Trainers are NOT uniform
- Polo t-shirt: white
- School shoes: black
- Trousers: grey
- Skirts: navy
- Hairbands: plain black or navy
- Summer dress: light blue gingham
- Tights/socks: plan grey or white
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Absence Requests
In August 2024, the DfE published new statutory guidance for improving attendance; this is reflected in our school attendance policy, which you can find here.
Section 5 details guidance on requests for authorised absences. There is limited scope for requests that can be approved so please read this section carefully when submitting a request.
You can submit a request for an authorised absence via the form on our website, which is linked here.
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Medical / dental appointments during school hours
Where possible, please organise for appointments to take place outside of school hours.
We understand that this is sometimes unavoidable. If this is the case, please let the school office know asap, and please provide a copy of the letter / email received confirming your child's appointment.
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 Rainbow Breakfast and After School Club at SWOY
- Drop off from 7.30am for Breakfast Club
- Collect at either 4.15pm or 6pm for After-School Club
Book your place in advance! Our school office is unable to book spaces.
Email: Rainbow.ASC@hotmail.co.uk Text or Whatsapp: 0785 477 4096
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Weekend Activities at Lewisham Leisure Centres- 19th/20th July
The leisure centres across Lewisham will be running a range of activities over the course of this weekend.
Highlights include: Taster swimming lessons / Kids Swim for £1 / Athletics tasters
To find out more visit https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/lewisham/news/national-summer-open-weekend-19th-20th-july
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