2025 Summer #10

Message from Mrs Dhaliwal

Dear Parents and Carers

As we move towards the final days of the academic year, I’d like to take a moment to share some of the wonderful things that have been happening in school this week.

First of all, a huge well done to our Year 6 children for their fantastic SATs results! Their hard work, determination, and focus throughout the year have truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of the progress they have made and the mature, responsible attitudes they have shown towards their learning.

Another highlight this week was Move Up Morning on Tuesday. Well done to all our children for showing such resilience, enthusiasm, and support for one another during this exciting – and sometimes nerve-wracking – transition. The adults who will be working with the children next year were so impressed by their positive attitudes and how well they settled into their new classrooms.

We also want to recognise our Year 6 pupils once again for the fantastic way they have approached their transition visits to secondary school over the past two weeks. They have represented Coalbrookdale brilliantly and should feel very proud of how confidently they are stepping into the next stage of their education.

A big thank you to all the parents who joined us for the parent workshops on Wednesday afternoon. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn together, share experiences, and discuss how we can continue to work in partnership to support our children. We are really looking forward to continuing these sessions in the new academic year.

We are also very grateful to the Friends of Coalbrookdale group who organised the brilliant school disco for all the children on Thursday. The children had a fantastic time enjoying this end-of-year celebration! Thank you to Mr Jagger for his DJ skills and crowd-pleasing playlist, and to Mrs Harvey and Mrs Hughes for running the refreshments and supporting with the set up – it was a real team effort and a big success.

Finally, today your child will be bringing home their end-of-year school report. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the progress your child has made over the year. The children have also shared their proudest moments from their time in school, and we hope you enjoy reading and reflecting on these special memories with them.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

End-of-Year Thanks and Gifts

As we approach the end of the school year, we want to take a moment to thank all of our families for their continued support. We know that some parents and carers like to express their appreciation to staff at this time of year, and we are always touched by your kindness.

However, we also want to reassure everyone that there is absolutely no expectation for families to give gifts. A simple message or kind word is more than enough and always greatly appreciated by staff.

We will also take this opportunity to gently remind families of our school’s Gifts and Hospitality Policy, which reflects our commitment to fairness, transparency, and inclusivity. If anyone would like to read this in more detail, a copy is available on our school website. Alternatively, a copy can be requested from the school office.

Thank you once again for everything you do to support our school community.

A Day to Remember – Our Trip to Wimbledon!

On Sunday 6th July, eight children and three staff members from Coabrookdale and Ironbridge CE Primary School, set off on an unforgettable trip to the world-renowned Wimbledon Championships.

Meeting early at Wolverhampton train station, we began our journey to London by train – a first for several of the children. Navigating the bustling streets and experiencing the London Underground gave the children a first-hand taste of city life and built their confidence in exploring unfamiliar environments.

Once at Wimbledon, the excitement and atmosphere were something truly special. Seated in Court No. 2, the children were able to watch live tennis matches, witness professional players in action, and become part of an international sporting tradition. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that inspired awe, wonder, and admiration.

It wouldn’t have been Wimbledon without a shower of rain – but, true to form, we stayed dry and undeterred thanks to our perfectly placed seats!

This enriching opportunity forms part of our school’s commitment to widening children’s horizons and supporting their personal development. Through experiences like this, children are encouraged to explore the world beyond their immediate community, develop independence, and build cultural capital – helping to prepare them for life in modern Britain.

One child shared:
“I’d never been to London before and didn’t know what to expect. I learned how to use the tube and loved watching the tennis – it made me think I could do something like that one day too!”

The day was filled with smiles, learning, and memories that will last a lifetime. We are incredibly proud of the way the children represented the school – showing responsibility, respect, and curiosity throughout the day.

A huge thank you to the staff who made this special trip possible.

Building Bright Futures – LEGO Competition Success with Capgemini

A group of eight children from Years 2 & 3 recently took part in an exciting 10-week LEGO competition, supported by Capgemini – and what an amazing journey it has been!

Led by staff in school and supported each week by two coaches from Capgemini, the children worked in teams to create innovative LEGO projects that combined creativity, teamwork, and coding. Throughout the sessions, they developed their computing knowledge, learning how to code and program their LEGO models, bringing them to life with movement and sound. These practical experiences strengthened their understanding of computing in a meaningful and highly engaging way.

The club culminated in a special celebration event at AFC Telford on Friday 4th July, where the children proudly presented their projects to an audience of coaches, staff, and other schools. It was a fantastic day that gave our pupils the opportunity to demonstrate their teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills: all key aspects of their personal development.

The atmosphere was full of excitement and pride as each child received a medal and certificate, recognising their effort, commitment, and achievements across the program. It was clear to see how much the children had grown in confidence and how much they had enjoyed the experience.

Opportunities like this are a wonderful way of widening children’s horizons, giving them a taste of what it’s like to work in the world of technology and innovation. For many of our pupils, this was their first introduction to coding in a real-world context – and it has sparked a genuine interest in the world of computing and STEM careers.

We are incredibly proud of every child who took part and thankful to Capgemini for making this opportunity possible.

The future certainly looks bright for these young innovators!

End of Term Events next week

Open afternoon – Monday 14 July (3.20pm – 4.00pm):  We would like to invite you to our Parent Open Evening on Monday 14th July.

• From 3:40pm to 4:00pm, parents are invited to attend a short presentation led by their child’s new class teacher for September. This will include key information to help prepare for the transition into the next year group. There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
• From 4:00pm to 4:30pm, you are welcome to visit your child’s current class teacher if you would like to discuss their end-of-year report or ask about next steps in their learning.

In the hall, we will be showcasing our most recent Art and Design and Technology work from across the school. You are welcome to view and discuss this with your child.

We understand that some parents have more than one child in school, and we recommend choosing one class presentation to attend.

From 4:00pm onwards, you will be able to visit your other child’s teacher to say hello and ask any questions.

The information shared during the class presentations will be sent out via Seesaw the following day for your reference.

Leavers’ Performance – Wednesday 16 July:  Year 6 will be putting on a performance of The Wrong Way Round on Wednesday 16 July in the school hall starting at 6.00pm.  Parents and families of Year 6 children are invited to attend.

Children should arrive for 5.30pm to allow them time to get ready.

Leavers Service – Thursday 17 July:  We will be holding a Leavers’ Service for our Year 6 class on Thursday 17July at Holy Trinity Church, Coalbrookdale.  All children will attend, and we would like to invite the parents of the Year 6 children as well.

The service will start at 2.00pm and will last approximately an hour.

All children will walk back to school in time for the end of the day

SEND Newsletter

Please click on the link below to read the most recent Telford & Wrekin SEND Family Newsletter.

SEND Family Newsletter – June 2025

Music Lessons – Mrs Angus

Dear Parents and Carers

My name is Rosemary Angus, and I have taught music lessons at Coalbrookdale Primary School for the last 23 years.

I teach all years from reception to year 6 and beyond. Lessons are taught in piano, singing, flute, clarinet, saxophone, recorders, guitar, and violin. I am sometimes able to lend instruments free of charge if I have them available.

Lessons are invoiced half-termly at the following rates

£17.50 per week for 30 minutes individual lessons
£9.25 per week for 15 minutes individual lessons
£6.75 per week, per student, for 20 minutes, for a shared lesson with 2 beginner students. (This is only possible if 2 compatible students can be paired)

I have 38 years’ experience teaching music.

My students are given the opportunity to take ABRSM exams at several points during the year, if they want to.

Please contact me on 07816958048 to enquire about lessons for your child.

Music is a wonderful part of a child’s learning journey, and I look forward to sharing it with your child.

Rosemary Angus

Moments Matter. Attendance Counts.

Highest class attendance for week ending 4 July:  Reception

Most improved class attendance from the previous week:  Year 5

Community News – Cycling Fun day @ Lilleshall Hall – 13 July

There is a fun cycling event in the grounds of Lilleshall Hall this Sunday! It is open to all children who can ride a bike pedalling unsupervised and without stabilisers. See below for details.

Community News – Enginuity Summer Activities

Click on the link below for activities at Enginuity, Blists Hill and Coalport China Museum this summer.

https://www.ironbridge.org.uk/whats-on/ready-setgame/

Community News – Family Grapevine

The new summer issue of the Family Grapevine is out now!

It is full of ideas for local activities, events, and helpful resources for the summer holidays & beyond.

For those who don’t receive a print copy directly from school, you can either pick up a free copy at many family venues, leisure centres and libraries across the area, or you can access the full issue on our website:

https://thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/shrewsbury-telford/magazine/the-shrewsbury-telford-family-grapevine-summer-2025/

Community News – Summer holiday activities

The Shropshire charity 4 All Foundation has a programme of summer activities which are free for children eligible for Free School Meals.

All sessions must be booked in advance by emailing HAF@4all.foundation or texting 07867 036688.

They’re all suitable for children aged 5 to 11 and include a huge range of activities from sports and games to arts and crafts, as well as lunch during every session (again free for those on FSMs).

Community News – Summer holiday football club

Wolves in the Community are running children’s soccer schools at Telford College during the summer holidays.

Click on the link below for more information.

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Community News – Summer holiday swimming lessons @ Abraham Darby Leisure Centre

Community News – Teddy Bears Picnic @ The Greenwood Centre