Year Group Newsletters
To see what has been happening in classes these last two weeks, and what's coming up over the next fortnight, please take a look at the Year Group Newsletters emailed home today. Copies can also be found on the class pages of our website.

Year 2 Trip to Cardinham Woods - Friday 10th October
Year 2 are looking forward to going to Cardinham Woods next Friday. A reminder for parents/carers in Year 2 that today is the deadline to complete the online permission form.

Year 4 Trip to Bodmin Jail - Friday 17th October
Year 4 are looking forward to going to Bodmin Jail on Friday 17th October. A reminder for parents/carers in Year 4 to complete the online permission form by next Monday 13th October.

Year 5 Stay and Learn - Friday 17th October
We look forward to seeing family members of Year 5 at their Stay and Learn on Friday 17th October. Doors open after morning drop off for refreshments, with a start time of 09:00. To help the morning drop-off routine, any Year 5 families driving are encouraged to park in the staff car park (double parking is fine).

Early Reading Workshop
Thank you for the positive feedback from the recent Early Reading Workshop. Mrs Hill has made a voice-over presentation which is now available to view on our website: Menu > Learning > Phonics. If you have any problems opening/viewing the presentation, please try double clicking the video and it should then open in a separate window.

The 'Bookie Shed'
A reminder that our 'Bookie Shed' is open every Wednesday (weather permitting) after school. All children and parents are welcome to visit the 'Bookie Shed' (next to the Nursery/KS1 green gates) and help yourself to a free book!

Parent Teacher Consultations (PTCs) - Tuesday 21st & Wednesday 22nd October
A reminder that the booking system on Arbor to make your 10 minute appointment opens today, Friday 3rd October at 18:00. For parents/carers with children in Big Nursery, please note all appointments will be on Tuesday 21st October only. The teachers look forward to meeting with you to share how your child has settled in and the progress they are making. We hope everyone will take this opportunity to meet with their child's teacher.

How to book your PTC appointment
1. Click on the Arbor App
2. Select your child
3. Click on Guardian Consultations

The system works on a first come, first served basis, however there are enough slots for each child's parents. If you have any questions or queries about making your PTC appointment, please contact the school office.

House Points
Congratulations to this week's winners, Choughs. Overall, Choughs maintain the lead:
Choughs - 1389
Swans - 1245
Cormorants - 1097
Puffins - 1042

MHST - Wild Wellbeing October half term
Cornwall's Mental Health Support Team are running some Wild Wellbeing sessions this October half term. These sessions are open to children aged 5-12. Each session will be approximately 2 hours long. You can sign up with this link: https://forms.office.com/e/fwtSJ59Cuv
Sign up will close one week before the session date, or when the session reaches capacity, whichever comes first.

Access4All
A new discount card has been launched in Cornwall to help children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and their families. The scheme, called Access4ALL, has been developed by the council-run Family Information Service. It offers exclusive discounts at Cornish venues, helping families make everyday life more affordable.

Year 6 Macmillan Coffee Morning
Wow - what a fantastic time we had at our Macmillan Coffee Morning. From delicious cakes and sweet treats to fun-filled quizzes, beautiful handmade bracelets, and even a few songs. The morning was packed with joy and community spirit. It was truly heartwarming to see so many of you come together to support such a meaningful cause. There was such a lovely atmosphere as we all shared a cuppa, enjoyed some great conversations, and took the time to reconnect. The smiles, laughter, and generosity on display were a real reminder of the strength and warmth of our school community. The children especially said how much they enjoyed spending time with everyone. They were excited to take part, proud to help raise money, and thrilled to contribute in their own special ways - whether by baking, singing, helping to set up, or simply being part of the day. It was a valuable learning experience for them about compassion, teamwork, and giving back. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us, donated, and helped make the event such a success. Your kindness and support mean so much - not just to us, but to the many people Macmillan helps every day. Together, we made a difference raising an impressive £525. Thank you!
From Year 6

Year 5 Life Skills Visit - Bodmin
At the Year 5 Life Skills trip, there were eight interesting stands that we really enjoyed. The first stall had very advisable reasons not to smoke or vape. This was the Healthy Cornwall stall. On the second stall (Cornwall Council) we were informed about parking and dog poo/litter fines. The best part was when we got to wear high-visibility jackets and put parking tickets on the windscreen of the van. The third stand was about choking hazards and how to check and then deal with them. Soon after that we learnt D.R. ABC, a helpful method of how to perform CPR. Then the group moved on to learn about the dangers of electricity and the amount of amps that can be put into an extension socket. Did you know, the maximum amount of amps in a four plug extension socket is thirteen?! Please bear that in mind! Next, we all watched some lifelike 3D simulations from G.W.R. about the dangers of railways. We were then informed about priority seats and tickets on buses. Last but not least, we heard about cyber choices and how to choose random passwords. It was an exciting, informative and fun trip.
From Sydney and Lily, Year 5

Foodbank Collection for Harvest
For Harvest this year, we will once again be collecting for Wadebridge Foodbank. Please send your child in with any donations from next Monday 29th September to Friday 3rd October. Donations such as tins and jars of food, rice, pasta, general toiletries and long life juice are most welcomed. Thank you for your support.

Year 4, 5 & 6 Open Evening at Wadebridge School - Tuesday 30th September 4:00-6:00pm
Wadebridge School extends a warm welcome to parents and carers of children currently in Year 4, 5 and 6 to their open evening next Tuesday 30th September.

Early Reading Workshop
Thank you for coming to our Early Reading Workshop with Mrs Hill. If you weren't able to attend in person or online, we will be sharing the presentation as soon as possible via our website.

The 'Bookie Shed'
Our 'Bookie Shed' will be open every Wednesday (weather permitting) after school. All children and parents are welcome to visit the 'Bookie Shed' (next to the Nursery/KS1 green gates) and help yourself to a free book!

Parent Teacher Consultations (PTCs) - Tuesday 21st & Wednesday 22nd October
The teachers look forward to meeting with you to share how your child has settled in and the progress they are making. We hope everyone will take this opportunity to meet with their child's teacher.

For parents/carers with children in Big Nursery, please note all appointments will be on Tuesday 21st October only.

The booking system on Arbor to make your 10 minute appointment opens next Friday 3rd October at 18:00.

How to book your PTC appointment
1. Click on the Arbor App
2. Select your child
3. Click on Guardian Consultations

The system works on a first come, first served basis, however there are enough slots for each child's parents.

Where to go
If you arrive earlier than your appointment, please come to the Hall, where there will be refreshments kindly provided by Caterlink. A few minutes before your appointment, please make your way to your child's classroom, waiting outside on the seats until called in. We need everyone's support in keeping to time. Unfortunately if you arrive late, we will still need to finish the appointment on time, given other parents will be waiting. It's also important for our staff, so they can get home after a longer day than usual. Thank you for your support.

Children's books
Teachers will be sharing with you some of your children's work/books. Following the meeting, you are welcome to take these to the Hall to look through (and have some refreshments). Once finished, there will be boxes in the Hall to drop them off before leaving.

Message from Mr Smith (SENDCo)
Teachers will be reviewing all SEND pupils' previous Assess Plan Do Review (APDRs) targets that were in place from summer term 2025. Our first set of APDR targets for 2025/26 will be written and communicated with parents at the PTCs. If more time is required to further discuss your child's need, you will be able to catch-up with teachers after half-term (please contact them directly if more discussion time is needed). If there is anything you would like built into your child's targets please contact your class teacher and they can build this into your child's APDR. As mentioned previously, class teachers are your first port of call around SEND and following conversations with them and/or a meeting, I will be involved as and when required.

Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs)
A reminder that there are no teacher-led ECAs w/b Monday 20th October. Pro20 will be running as normal. There is no Dance on Friday 24th October, as school is closed for INSET. All ECAs will be running again after half term from Monday 3rd November until Friday 5th December.

If you have any questions or queries about making your PTC appointment, please contact the school office.

House Points
Congratulations to this week's winners, Swans. Overall, Choughs maintain the lead but it's narrowing:

Choughs - 948
Swans - 829
Cormorants - 686
Puffins - 671

Best wishes,
Chris Wathern

Year Group Newsletters
To see what has been happening in classes these last two weeks, and what's coming up over the next fortnight, please take a look at the Year Group Newsletters emailed home today. Copies can also be found on the class pages of our website.

Term 1 Curriculum Maps
Yesterday you should have received the Term 1 Curriculum Maps (Y1-6)/Knowledge Mats (Reception) by email. Copies are also available on the class pages of our website.

School Photos
Next Tuesday and Wednesday, Tempest Photography will be in school taking individual and sibling photos over the two days. Please ensure your child is looking super smart in their full uniform (as always) and if wanted, provide them with a comb/brush for their hair. If your child has PE next Tuesday or Wednesday, they will need to wear school uniform and bring their PE kit to change into on this occasion.

FOWPA - Back to School Uniform Sale
FOWPA will be holding a back to school uniform sale after school next Thursday 25th and Friday 26th September, outside the main reception (inside if wet) from 3:00 - 3:45pm. Suggested donation for all items is £1. FOWPA would also welcome donations of clean jumpers, ties and sports tops - please leave in the basket in the reception area at any time, thank you.

Macmillan Coffee Morning - Friday 26th September
Year 6 look forward to hosting you at their Macmillan Coffee Morning next Friday 26th September from 08:45 in the Hall. Everyone is welcome to help raise money for this charity.

Foodbank Collection for Harvest
For Harvest this year, we will once again be collecting for Wadebridge Foodbank. Please send your child in with any donations between Monday 29th September and Friday 3rd October. Donations such as tins and jars of food, rice, pasta, general toiletries and long life juice are most welcomed. Thank you for your support.

Year 4, 5 & 6 Open Evening at Wadebridge School - Tuesday 30th September 4:00-6:00pm
Wadebridge School extends a warm welcome to parents and carers of children currently in Year 4, 5 and 6 to their open evening on Tuesday 30th September.

Fire Evacuation
This week we held our first fire evacuation of the year. The children were calm and very sensible throughout. Later in the term we will be doing our annual lockdown process as in previous years. We will be in touch beforehand with further details.

House Captains
Mrs Orme had the pleasure meeting many of our Year 6 children as part of the House Captain 'interviews' this week. The standard of applications was so high; they should all be so proud of themselves. Mrs Orme had the very difficult job to choose between them. During an assembly on Wednesday, the outcomes were shared:

Choughs - Aisling & Oscar
Cormorants - JJ & Hanna
Puffins - Rohan & Mia
Swans - Daisy & Eva

Congratulations to our new House Captains and thank you to all the children who put themselves forward.

House Points
Congratulations to this week's winners, Choughs. Overall, Choughs maintain the lead:

Choughs - 668
Swans - 507
Puffins - 462
Cormorants - 451

Best wishes,
Chris Wathern

Dates coming up
Monday 22nd September
Teacher-led Term 1 Extra Curricular Activities (ECAs) begin

Tuesday 23rd September
School Photos (Tempest)
14:30 Early Reading Workshop with Sarah Jayne Hill

Wednesday 24th September
School Photos (Tempest)

Thursday 25th September
(pm) Year 5 Junior Life Skills Trip (Bodmin)
FOWPA Uniform Sale

Friday 26th September
08:45-10:00 Macmillan Coffee Morning hosted by Year 6 (Hall) - Everyone welcome
FOWPA Uniform Sale

Monday 29th September
(pm) Year 6 PE Secondary Transition Session

Monday 29th Sept - Friday 3rd October
Harvest Donations gratefully received for the local Foodbank

Our assembly themes this week have been about making a positive start to the year and how we can all make a difference. An example of this is through our student leadership opportunities, whether that's our Eco Council, Reading Ambassadors, Play Leaders, House Captains, School Council or just those every day moments we can all contribute to. Classes have elected their new School Council and Mrs Orme met with them earlier in the week to begin their important contribution to our school. Next week, we look forward to 'interviewing' our prospective Year 6 House Captains. In our Celebration Assembly today, we will be giving out our first Shining Stars certificates of the year, as well as celebrating two children for their positive start to the year, as they take up the 'Best Seats in the House'.

Meet the Teacher Presentations
Thank you for attending our recent Meet the Teacher presentations. If you couldn't make it, we have emailed home a copy of the slides. You can also find them on your child's class page on our website.

Term 1 Curriculum Maps
Next week, we will emailing our Term 1 Curriculum Maps. These give an overview of what the children will be learning in each year group this term. Our fortnightly Year Group Newsletters will also be emailed from next Friday.

Outdoor Play and Learning Development
One of our school development priorities this year is to enhance the opportunities for children's play development at morning break and lunchtime. With the support of your fundraising efforts through FOWPA and potential grants, we look forward to this exciting development. Watch this space for further updates as the project progresses. In addition, we have already made a few practical changes, such as building time into the morning timetable for children to have their snack in class (rather than outside at playtime). We have also enhanced lunchtime opportunities for KS2 with the support of DT Sports organising games and activities (beyond football) on a Tuesday-Thursday. DT Sports have also been in this week training up our Y5/6 Play Leaders who will be leading activities across the whole school at breaktimes.

Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs)
Don't forget to sign up for ECAs by this Sunday. A reminder of how to sign up has been emailed to parents/carers.


Macmillan Coffee Morning
Year 6 look forward to seeing you at their Macmillan Coffee Morning on Friday 26th September from 08:45 in the Hall. Everyone is welcome to help raise money for this charity.

House Points
Congratulations to this week's winners, Choughs:
Choughs - 355
Cormorants - 314
Puffins - 309
Swans - 235

Best wishes,
Chris Wathern

The children have made a super start to the year and are settling back into the rhythm of school. Next week in assembly, we look forward to celebrating this positive start with our first Shining Stars awards of the year, House points and Headteacher Awards (Best Seats in the House).

Term 1 Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs)
Next week, we will be sharing details of how to sign up for our after school ECAs for Y1-6 (running from Monday 22nd September-Friday 5th December). Please note there will be no teacher-led ECAs week beginning Monday 20th October due to Parent/Teacher Consultations. We also have a number of external providers offering paid ECAs (Pro20 and Dance). Details of how to book directly with these providers will be sent out next week too.

Allergies/Health Care Plans
A reminder that we are a nut free school. Should your child have any allergies that we haven't been made aware of already or they require a Health Care Plan (or an updated plan is needed), please contact the school office for further information. As you'll be aware, our school meals are provided by Caterlink. It is essential that if your child is having a school meal, you complete Caterlink's dietary requirements/food allergies form. If you haven't completed the form previously or your child's medical circumstances have changed, please collect a form from the office to complete.

Message from Mr Smith (SENDCo and Trust Inclusion Lead)
I hope that all of your children have had a good first couple of days back. As we start the new year, please reach out to your child's class teacher should you need to discuss any SEND related matters regarding your child. If you need to discuss anything additionally with myself, please come and see me (I'm often outside in the mornings Weds-Fri) or email to make an appointment jsmith@bridgeschools.co.uk Everyone is here to help ensure your child settles back into school well and thrives. We're all looking forward to a great year ahead.

Home School Agreement
The start of the year is a good time to remind parents/carers to ensure all the details we hold are correct. Have your contact details changed? Does your child now walk home from school on their own? Do you give permission for your child's photo to go on social media? All these permissions can be found and updated via your Arbor account. If you need any support updating this information, please come and see Claire or Caroline in the office; they will be more than happy to help.

Music Lessons
Music lessons with our external teachers begin next week. Don't forget your instruments! If you are interested in finding out more about music lessons, please contact the office. Our external teachers currently provide brass, woodwind, guitar, piano/keyboard and drums.

Meet the Teacher (Years 1-6)
These are an opportunity to meet your child's class teacher, talk to other parents in the class and learn more about the year ahead. Please come along to your child's classroom on the days/times below and you'll be shown where to go.

Tuesday 9th September 15:30-16:00 Year 1 and Year 2
Wednesday 10th September 15:30-16:00 Year 3 and Year 4
Thursday 11th September 15:30-16:00 Year 5 and Year 6

Please ensure your child is with you in the classroom unless you've arranged other childcare during the session. If you're unable to make the session, the presentation slides will be emailed out to everyone afterwards. Reception families have already had their information during the transition events last term. The first parent/teacher consultations will take place on 21st and 22nd October. However, if you need to discuss anything regarding your child prior to then, please don't hesitate to contact your child's teacher.

Bridge Kids (Breakfast Club) and Lunchtime Supervisor Vacancies
We are currently recruiting for a Breakfast Club Supervisor to join Bev Young in the mornings, as well as two Lunchtime Supervisors. Please see the Vacancies page on our website for more information.

As we come to our final full week of the year, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for your support. If you are moving on from WPA, we wish you all the very best for the future. If you are returning after the summer, we look forward to seeing you again in September for another full year of learning and enrichment. We may be approaching week 8 of this term, but energy levels have been (just about) high enough for a bumper week. We've had Transition Day; various Year 6 events; Year 5's brass performance this morning and still a summer fayre this afternoon..what a way to (nearly) end the year!

I would like to say a HUGE thank you to our wonderful staff team. They really do give above and beyond. We are all so lucky to have such a dedicated, hardworking and caring team. I wish them all a very restful and deserved break.

Finally, a special mention to our Year 6 children who are transitioning to secondary school. After a fantastic production earlier this week, as well as the mid-week dance-a-thon, raising over £2000, they still have the Prom this evening; leaver's trip on Monday; leaver's assembly on Tuesday and the final parade out of school. Year 6, you are more than ready for the next step and we wish you all the very best for Year 7. We know you will continue to shine and take up all the many opportunities that will come your way.

Year Group News
To see more of the learning that has taken place recently, take a look at the fortnightly year group newsletters on the class pages of our website.

Last day of term - Tuesday 22nd July
Our car park can get a lot busier than usual at pick-up on the last day of term. You may wish to park off site and walk down. Wadebridge School have kindly agreed to allow parents to park in their car park that afternoon, as they are closed on Tuesday.

Please collect your children at the following times on Tuesday:
• 12:30 Nursery
• 13:00 Year 6 Parade - Year 6 will be cheered on their way out of school by all the children and staff. Year 6 parents (and any other parents wanting to join in) are invited to gather on the field (access via the side gate used for Sports Day) to watch.
• 13:20 Reception, Y1, Y2
• 13:30 Y3, Y4, Y5

Please note Bridge Kids After School Club won't be running; Breakfast Club running as normal.

Donations of Games/Puzzles/Small World
Do you have any good quality puzzles, Lego or small world items you could donate to school? If so, we would make very good use of them - please drop off at the office, thank you.

Hugs After School Bake Sale
Thank you and congratulations to Joe, from Year 5, for running the after school bake sale this week in support of The Hugs Foundation. You helped Joe raise a very impressive £166.50 for Hugs.

Congratulations Miss Lake/Mrs Bone
Yesterday the Year 1 team and children surprised Miss Lake with a pre-wedding extravaganza! We all send our very best wishes and congratulations to Miss Lake for her wedding during the summer break.

Become an MP for the Day
Please see below for a message from our MP, Ben Maguire.

I'm inviting young people across North Cornwall to take part in a new competition: MP for the Day.

The idea is simple - I want to hear what matters to them. Entrants can submit a short video (60 seconds or less) saying what they'd do if they were in charge for a day. Serious, bold, creative or funny - all ideas are welcome! I can't wait to hear what young people have to say!

With best wishes / Gans gorhemynadow a'n gwella,
Ben Maguire MP Member of Parliament
North Cornwall ES Livrel Weriniethor a-barth Kernow Gledh

Bridge Kids - ParentPay Booking System
Look out for an email next week with all the necessary information on how to book. We are just awaiting ParentPay to add the functionality to the system.

Vacancies - Breakfast Club Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor
We are currently advertising for these two positions. Take a look on our Vacancies page for further details.

Wishing you a very restful and enjoyable summer break.
With very best wishes,
Chris Wathern 

Another full week here at WPA. Many of our Year 6 children spent three days at Wadebridge School as part of their transition experience. Some of our KS1 children joined other children from across the region competing at the Cross Country event on Monday - well done to everyone involved. Tuesday saw a group of children take part in the Inclusion Cricket event, having a fantastic time and winning in the process. On Wednesday and Thursday, we welcomed our new children joining Reception for several transition events - they have made a fantastic start to life at school. To round things off, many of our Year 5 children went on their residential to Footsteps of Discovery near Summercourt, taking part in a range of survival-themed activities. These included a fast-paced stretcher relay; learning how to create smoke signals; mastering a variety of useful knots and practicing basic fire-making skills. Their first day was wrapped up perfectly with a delicious BBQ, followed by stories, songs and a talent show around the campfire.





Year Group News
To see more of the learning that has taken place recently, take a look at the fortnightly year group newsletters on the class pages.

FOWPA Summer Fayre Raffle
Only one more week to sell the Summer Fayre raffle tickets for a chance to win some great prizes! Please return all sold stubs (with name and phone number) along with money in the envelope provided to the office by next Friday 11th July. The draw will take place at the Summer Fayre on Friday 18th July (3:30-5:00pm). We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Year 6 Sponsored Dance-a-thon - Wednesday 16th July
Year 6 will be taking part in a sponsored Dance-a-thon from 9am to 3pm on Wednesday 16th July. That's 6 hours of non-stop dancing! Each child will have plenty of opportunities for breaks and re-fuelling but there will be a minimum of 10 Year 6 children dancing at all times. Year 6 would very much appreciate any support to gain sponsorship for this event, with the funds going towards end of Year 6 events. Please scan this QR code emailed out if you are able to donate.

Summer 2025 Bridge Schools Trust Parent and Carer Questionnaire
Your feedback is really important to us as we work in partnership to achieve the best possible education for your children. Please click on the link sent via email to complete a Trust-wide questionnaire by Monday 7th July. We would really appreciate your views on our key strengths to celebrate, as well as any areas we could develop even further for all our children. Your time in completing this questionnaire is valued and will help us continually improve, thank you!

Reports & Class Allocations September 2025 - Thursday 10th July
A reminder that next Thursday, you will be informed of your child's class/teacher for September 2025 via email.

As shared earlier this term, reports will be sent out electronically as a PDF to download (and option to print) via an email link to each parent registered on Arbor. The email link will require a password to open your child's report, which is your child's date of birth. Please ensure your email address and any other contact information is up to date with the school office.

For children in the following year groups, parents will receive an additional report sent out in the same way for:
Year 1 - Phonics Screening Check
Year 2 - Phonics Screening Re-Check
Year 4 - Multiplication Check
Year 6 - KS2 SATs

Transition Day - Wednesday 16th July
On Wednesday 16th July, children currently in Reception-Year 5 will spend the whole day with their teacher/class for next academic year. Current Year 6 children will be taking part in their fundraising Dance-a-thon during the day. Our Nursery children will have already taken part in their transition activities as per information already sent out.

Term 3 ECAs
A reminder that all after school extra-curricular activities end next Friday 11th July.

House Points
With just a few weeks left to earn House points, congratulations to this week's winning House, Puffins. Swan maintain the overall lead:
Swans - 11,686
Choughs - 11,541
Puffins - 10,742
Cormorants - 10,533

Have a great weekend.

With very best wishes,
Chris Wathern

District Sports Event
A massive well done to all the children who represented WPA on Monday 23rd June at the District Sports. Children competed in a mixture of short and long-distance races, as well as throwing and jumping events. It was very close in the standings and in the final race, the Year 6 relay, we needed to beat St Merryn to win. As the baton came around, they had a lead but we closed it down and overtook to take the race win and the overall win as well! Well done everyone.
From Mrs Smerdon



Y1 Trip to Polzeath
Year 1 had a fantastic day at Polzeath where they were joined a Beach Guardian for an interesting talk about plastics on the beaches and in the sea before cleaning the beach. They found some interesting items, including a bottle top from long ago, fishing net, plastic containers and nurdles (which are very small plastic pellets). Thank you to all our parent volunteers who also helped on the trip.
From the Year 1 team



Year 4 Residential Trip - Porthpean Adventure
What an amazing few days we had at Porthpean!

Day one kicked off with some awesome water activities: kayaking, mega SUPs and coasteering. Everyone worked together to paddle out and explore the coastline, finishing with some epic rock jumps just off a hidden beach - so much fun and bravery on display.

Day two was all about trying new skills and pushing boundaries. We had a go at archery, axe throwing and the high ropes course. It was incredible to see so many children (and even a few adults!) facing their fears and giving it their all. We ended the day with a silent disco - dancing, laughter and a well-earned chance to let loose.

On the final morning, we tackled the climbing wall and squeezed our way through the caving tunnels. Everyone gave it their best shot, and the determination was seriously impressive. We are SO proud of every single child - the enthusiasm, perseverance, and courage they showed throughout was just brilliant. A huge well done to all - you absolutely smashed it!

Our Year 4 children who remained at school, have enjoyed their time with Year 3 as well as taking a river walk along the Camel Trail making mini-rafts to float on the water. They continued with some watercolour artwork and treasure hunt on the way back. To end the afternoon, they had a well-earned ice cream and a play in the park. During the afternoons, they have enjoyed creating some graffiti artwork.
From Mrs Orme

Year 1 Stay and Learn
It was wonderful seeing so many family members join Year 1 this morning for their Stay and Learn extravaganza taking in so many different areas of learning, including hands-on practical activities for everyone to try out in history, science, maths and phonics.

APDRs
APDRs (Assess Plan Do Review) for our SEND pupils are currently being reviewed over the next couple of weeks. New targets will be written ready for next year. If there is anything you would like built into these targets, please contact your child's current teacher, as working in in partnership with parents is important to us.
From Mr Smith (SENDCo and Trust Inclusion Lead)

Year 6 Sponsored Dance-a-thon - Wednesday 16th July
Year 6 will be taking part in a sponsored Dance-a-thon from 9am to 3pm on Wednesday 16th July. That's 6 hours of non-stop dancing! Each child will have plenty of opportunities for breaks and re-fuelling but there will be a minimum of 10 Year 6 children dancing at all times. Year 6 would very much appreciate any support to gain sponsorship for this event, with the funds going towards end of Year 6 events.
Please see the QR code in the email sent home if you are able to donate.

Summer 2025 Bridge Schools Trust Parent and Carer Questionnaire
Your feedback is really important to us as we work in partnership to achieve the best possible education for your children. Please see the link in the email sent home to complete a Trust-wide questionnaire by Monday 7th July. We would really appreciate your views on our key strengths to celebrate, as well as any areas we could develop even further for all our children. Your time in completing this questionnaire is valued and will help us continually improve, thank you!

Lost Property & FOWPA Nearly New Uniform
Next week, please take a look at the lost property outside the main entrance. Anything not claimed by Friday will be donated to either FOWPA or a local clothing bank. FOWPA are also on the lookout for donations of any smaller items of school uniform to add to the nearly new uniform stall. Please drop off as usual in the collection basket in the office foyer, thank you.

House Points
Congratulations to this week's winning House, Swans. Swan maintain the overall lead:
Swans - 11,318
Choughs - 11,225
Puffins - 10,316
Cormorants - 10,197

Have a great weekend.

With very best wishes,
Chris Wathern 

Sports Week
In addition to all the learning that has taken place this week (check out the Year Group Newsletters attached) it has been an amazing Sports Week for all our Nursery to Year 6 children. The weather has certainly been on our side as spectators were treated to a Wimbledon inspired games. Thank you all for coming! Well done to all the children for demonstrating so many sporting and school values. We have been so impressed by the determined and enthusiastic spirit alongside the responsibility, manners and positive behaviour on display. A huge thank you to Mr O’Dwyer, Mrs Smerdon and our wonderful Y5/6 Sports and Play Leaders for their organisation and support. Congratulations to our overall winners, Cormorants, stacking up an impressive 1000 points.
1st Cormorants – 1000 points
2nd Puffins – 900 points
3rd Swans – 850 points
4th Choughs - 750 points

Well done everyone!

Year Group News
To see more of the learning that has taken place recently, take a look at the fortnightly year group newsletters on the class pages.

Year 6 Residential
What an unforgettable adventure! Our Year 6s had the most incredible time on their residential trip to London. Not only did the children impress us, but the general public too. What lovely moments to have the public come up to us commending the children’s behaviour and attitude.

Day 1 began with an early start as we travelled up to the capital. Our first stop was the magical Harry Potter Studios, where we stepped into the wizarding world, saw the elegant ladies from Beauxbatons and the Durmstrang students, explored the Forbidden Forest, and even boarded the Hogwarts Express!

Day 2 was packed with sightseeing and excitement. We climbed aboard HMS Belfast, walked past iconic landmarks including Tower Bridge, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. We took in the views from the London Eye, enjoyed a well-earned ice cream, and had a delicious meal at Pizza Hut before ending the day with the spectacular Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre. We then travelled home with tired feet and big smiles!

For children who remained in Wadebridge, they had an unforgettable week packed with adventure, teamwork and triumph. They visited Lanhydrock and enjoyed exploring the beautiful grounds and took part in a fun and challenging Survival Day building dens and more! They then spent a day with DT Sports, competing in a range of exciting races and activities. All children had a wonderful time. Our next few weeks will be spent preparing our wonderful play.
From the Year 6 Team

Year 1 Stay and Learn – Friday 27th June
We look forward to seeing family members of Year 1 at their Stay and Learn next Friday. Doors open from 08:30, with a start time of 09:00. To help the morning drop-off routine, any Year 1 families driving are encouraged to park in the staff car park (double parking is fine).

Thank you Tracey Snell & Welcome back Caroline Lucock
On behalf of everyone at the school, a big thank you to Tracey who has supported Claire in the office whilst Caroline recovered from her recent operation. We look forward to welcoming Caroline back to school next Monday.

House Points
Congratulations to this week’s winning House, Swans. With all the points from Sports Week added on, Swan take the overall lead:
Swans – 10,876
Choughs – 10,837
Puffins – 9999
Cormorants – 9905

Things could still change though, with just 4 whole school weeks left before we crown this year’s House winners.