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October 2024 Newsletter

October Newsletter

Welcome to our latest newsletter! With half-term approaching, we'd like to wish you a happy and safe break. 

Reminder: school closes at 1.30pm on Friday 25th October (nursery children to attend as normal).

Children are expected back in school on MONDAY 4TH NOVEMBER. 

New feature: Reporting absences on the Arbor app

It is now possible to record absences on the Parent Portal and Arbor App. You can only record same-day absences, so for any extended or future absences, please contact school. 

 

 

Year 2 and Year 3 Swimming Lessons - Workshop

We will be holding swimming workshops for Year 2 and Year 3 parents to find out more about our Autumn 2 swimming lessons. 

 Year 2 parents: Monday 21st October at 9am (large hall).

Year 3 parents: Tuesday 22nd October at 9am (large hall).

  • Year 2 will be swimming every day for 3 weeks, starting on the 4th of November.
  • Year 3 will be swimming every day for 4 weeks, starting on the 25th of November.

By attending the workshop, you will leave feeling confident that we have put everything in place to ensure that your child/children will enjoy swimming, and at all times feel safe and secure. 

School Photography Day (nursery, reception and new-starters)

The school photographer will be at school on FRIDAY 22ND NOVEMBER to take photographs of all nursery and reception children.

Any recent joiners who do not have a school photograph will also have theirs taken. These are for our school records but will also be available for you to buy (further details will be sent to you). 

Please ensure that children attend in their full school uniform.

 

Reception Admissions 2025

Online admissions opened 1 October 2024 for Reception admissions in September 2025.

Applications can be made online through the Birmingham City Council website www.birmingham.gov.uk/schooladmissions until the final deadline of 15 January 2025. Offer notifications will be sent on 16 April 2025.

Parents who apply late are less likely to be offered one of their preferred schools.  All the information parents need to support making their preferences is available on the BCC website:  www.birmingham.gov.uk/schooladmissions.  

More advice and support is also available from Children’s Services on 0121 303 1888.

General Reminders

Lost property: Please ensure that your child's coat and other items have their name clearly written on them so that any lost property can easily be allocated. 

P.E. kits: PE kits should meet the following criteria – these items are readily available from most supermarkets/clothes shops/shoe shops: 

  • Plain black hoodie 

  • Plain T-shirt with no branding or logos  

  • Plain black shorts or black tracksuit bottoms with no branding or logos  

  • Black pumps / suitable trainers 

Jewellery: children are not permitted to wear hooped/ dangly earrings, necklaces or bracelets for health and safety purposes. A sensible wristwatch may be worn – these must not be ‘smart’ watches capable of connecting to the internet. 

Upcoming events: please check the school website for the latest events and dates for your diary: City Road Primary School - Events

Road Safety

We are concerned about the parking situation near the school, particularly on Cavendish Road.

Some parents and carers are parking inconsiderately, causing inconvenience and safety hazards for our CHILDREN and the local community.

As a responsible member of the school community, we kindly ask for your cooperation in ensuring that parking is carried out in a considerate and safe manner.

By doing so, we can collectively create a safer environment for everyone. We understand that the school's location may present challenges, but it is imperative that we work together to overcome them for the safety and well-being of our children and the community.

We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to the safety of our children and the local community.

Dates for your diary