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12/05/26 – River Wyre Investigation

Posted on May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

The children enjoyed an exciting field trip to different locations along the River Wyre, where
they took part in a variety of scientific investigations. At each stop, the children collected soil
samples and water samples to take back to school for further testing and analysis. They
carefully observed the environment around the river and discussed how the river changes in
different areas.

As part of their investigations, the children also carried out a flow experiment to measure the
speed of the river current. They placed an orange into the water and timed how long it took
to travel 8 metres in different sections of the river. By comparing the results from faster and
slower currents, the children were able to learn more about how water moves along the river
and how the shape and depth of the river can affect its speed.

29.4.26 – Williamson’s Park

Posted on May 5, 2026May 5, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

Pupils visited Williamson’s Park to develop their geographical fieldwork skills through practical, outdoor learning. During the visit the children used simple positional and directional vocabulary such as near, far, next to, behind and in front to describe locations to their partners (e.g. The tree is next to the bush). This supported early understanding of giving and following directions, which will prepare them for future lessons using compass points (north, south, east and west).

Task 1

Stand with your partner.
Choose something to look at (tree, path, bench).
Point to it.
Say where it is using direction words:
- near, far, next to, behind, in front, left, right
Say a full sentence:
- The tree is next to the path.
Swap roles and choose something new.
Do this 3 times

While exploring the park, pupils applied their knowledge of human and physical geographical features, successfully identifying and discussing elements within the environment. Cross-curricular links were also made with science, as pupils observed that the sun (a light source) was reflecting off the water, helping them understand that water reflects light rather than producing it.

In a follow-up activity, pupils directed their partners to chosen locations using simple directional language such as forwards, backwards, left and right. This practical experience will support their progression to using compasses to guide partners around the school environment in future lessons.

Task 2

One person is the leader, one is the follower.
The leader gives directions using clear words.
The follower listens and follows exactly.
Use these words:
- forward
- stop
- left
- right
- next to
- near
Walk safely and slowly.
Swap roles.
Repeat 3 times.

22.4.26- Middleton Sands

Posted on May 5, 2026May 5, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

We had a lovely day on our class trip to Middleton Sands, where we enjoyed the coastal environment together. The children really enjoyed exploring the beach and taking part in a fun rockpooling activity with Mr Farnworth. Throughout this, they were very curious and carefully searched through the rock pools, discovering crabs and other small sea creatures. We then spent time talking about what we found, and the children enjoyed discussing whether the creatures were alive or dead, showing great interest in what they could explore around them.

Throughout the day, we encouraged lots of discussion about our surroundings. The children shared what they could see, hear, smell, and feel, helping them to really connect with the environment. They also collected a variety of natural items from the beach, which sparked further conversations and curiosity.

We made the most of the different terrains, walking along the sand and over the rocks, which was great for developing their gross motor skills. The children showed good balance and coordination as they explored.

After all that exploring, we sat down together to enjoy a picnic lunch, which was a nice time to talk about the beach and the things we could see. We then visited the park, where the children continued to build friendships and took part in activities with their friends. It was wonderful to see them working together, sharing, and having fun.

Overall, it was a fantastic day filled with learning, exploration, and lots of smiles!

24/4/26 – Cowboy Cook Out

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

The pupils enjoyed an engaging and energetic outdoor learning session at Holmes Wood, centred around a “Cowboy Cook-Out” theme. The day began with a lively game of capture the flag, which quickly built excitement and teamwork while helping everyone work up a healthy appetite. Mr Meadows fully embraced the activity, charging around enthusiastically alongside the pupils, much to their delight.

Following the game, the pupils selected their own journey sticks. They carefully prepared these by smoothing the wood and trimming away any knobbly sections. These sticks will be used later in the term as part of a range of craft and Design & Technology activities, allowing the pupils to reflect on their experiences and develop their creative skills.

The session then moved on to the highlight of the day: the cowboy cook-out. Pupils worked together to prepare and cook a variety of traditional outdoor foods. The menu included hearty bean dinners, sausages, and bacon, all cooked over the fire. To finish, pupils made a classic treat—s’mores—which proved to be a particular favourite.

Overall, the session provided a fantastic opportunity for pupils to develop teamwork, practical skills, and resilience, all while enjoying the outdoor environment. Their enthusiasm and engagement throughout the day were excellent, and it was clear that everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

Bleasdale Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

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PARENT REMINDER
Please can sun cream be applied to children during the summer months. It would also be useful to bring a sun hat in for playtimes and trips. During the summer months children can wear shorts, but they MUST be plain black/grey or school shorts – no sports motifs.

CURRICULUM
This term, the children will learn about the United States, past and present, develop knowledge of Native American culture through map reading, and the physical and human features of key locations in the United States, postcards, emails, diaries and myths and legends. We will also be designing and making, journey sticks and food.

CULTURAL CAPITAL
The children had a wonderful time on their class trip to the Lakes Aquarium. During their visit, they learned about the different fish that live in the local lakes, rivers and coastal waters. They also enjoyed their trip to the beach at Half Moon Bay and collected a range of wood that could be used to make their journey sticks

Fairsnape Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

CURRICULUM
This term, our new topic is Coastlines, which will have a strong Geography focus. The children will be learning about the countries and cities of the UK, as well as exploring the coastlines around our country. We will be taking a closer look at Whitby, using it as a key example to help deepen their understanding, and learning about Captain James Cook and his influence. Hopefully, weather permitting, we will be able to spend lots of time outdoors carrying out fieldwork activities. These will focus on both human and physical geography, giving the children opportunities to explore their surroundings while developing their map-reading and compass skills.In English, our learning will link closely to our coastal theme. The children will begin by writing a character description inspired by Katie Morag and the New Pier, followed by a non-chronological report about Captain Cook. Later in the term, they will use their knowledge of Whitby to write a persuasive postcard, encouraging others to visit this seaside town. In Maths, we are moving on to Shape and beginning Multiplication and Division, helping the children develop new skills and build on their confidence with numbers. In Science, we will be exploring light and shadows through practical investigations and fair testing, encouraging the children to make predictions and record their findings. Our topic work will focus on geography skills, including understanding the UK, its coastal areas, human and physical features, with opportunities for map work and field-based activities where possible. In PSHE, the children will learn about the wider world, rules, money, digital resilience and jobs, as well as sensitive, age-appropriate lessons on consent and the menstrual cycle for those who are ready.This term promises lots of practical, engaging learning that will help the children develop knowledge, skills and confidence across the curriculum.

CULTURAL CAPITAL
Last term, our Cultural Capital focused on creative, hands-on experiences linked to our English work and Muck, Mess and Mixtures topic. The children particularly enjoyed making (and tasting!) their rocky road and pizzas, where they followed instructions carefully, developed their sequencing skills and showed growing independence when creating their own recipes. They also considered hygiene and safety, linking their learning to PSHE. Children also took part in an art activity inspired by Andy Goldsworthy, creating nature art using materials such as pebbles, stones, sticks, shells, feathers and seaweed. These experiences provided fun and memorable ways to apply their learning in a real-life context.

This term, our Cultural Capital will focus on practical geography linked to our Coastlines topic. The children will use a compass to explore a local park or nature reserve, record physical and human features, and compare past and present maps to observe how the area has changed, developing their skills in observation and critical thinking.

Nicky Nook Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

CURRICULUM
Our main topic this term is “Bright Lights, Big City,” where we will explore London and discover significant historical events, including the Great Fire of London. This exciting topic will provide opportunities for the children to develop their understanding of the past whilst making meaningful connections to the present day. Our topic will also enrich our English learning. The children will explore a range of text types, including adventure narratives, emails, and instructional writing. Our Maths focus this half term will be money, where we will explore different coins and notes and how to use them in real life situations; helping develop their wider world skills.

Our Science topic will be focused on minibeasts. This topic comes with great excitement as one of our topics at the start of the school year was Paws, Claws and Whiskers. Nicky Nook class enjoyed this topic and developed their knowledge on the animal kingdom through focusing on insects and bugs. Our minibeast topic will build on the children’s previously learnt knowledge.

CULTURAL CAPITAL
As part of our Science topic on minibeasts, the pupils will have the exciting opportunity to visit Half Moon Bay. During this hands-on fieldwork experience, the children will explore both woodland and coastal habitats in search of a variety of minibeasts.

This visit will allow pupils to observe living creatures in their natural environments, helping them to identify different species and understand their habitats. It will be a fantastic opportunity to develop their scientific enquiry skills through careful observation, questioning, and discussion, bringing their classroom learning to life in a meaningful and memorable way.

Oakenclough Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

CURRICULUM
This term, Oakenclough Class will be exploring our exciting topic Bright Lights, Big City! The children will begin with a special Royal Afternoon Tea, where they will ‘meet the King’ and ask lots of questions and engage in discussions all about the Royal family.They will learn all about London, including its famous landmarks, transport and what makes it a busy capital city. In History, they will explore the Great Fire of London, finding out how it started and how it was stopped, and even recreate it through a model. In English, the children will use their Royal tea experience to write a simple recount. They will practise sequencing events using time words such as first, next, then and last, and write short captions to match photographs. They will also focus on using capital letters, full stops, finger spaces and saying sentences out loud before writing. Later on in the term, we will write a short adventure story about an imaginary day out in London. The children will also plan a London tour for Marley the Meerkat, thinking about the key places he should visit. This topic will develop their knowledge of history, geography and writing through engaging, hands-on activities.In Maths, the children will be learning about money. They will recognise and name different coins and notes, understand their value, and practise counting amounts using coins. They will also begin to solve simple problems involving money, such as finding the total and working out change, linking their learning to real-life situations like buying items.In Science, the children will be learning about seasonal changes, focusing on the transition from Spring to Summer. They will observe and discuss changes in the weather, including warmer temperatures and longer days. The children will explore how plants and trees change, noticing growth, flowers and new leaves, as well as how animals behave differently during these seasons. They will also think about how these changes affect what we wear and the activities we do. Opportunities for outdoor learning will support their understanding as they observe seasonal changes in their environment.In PSHE, the children will learn about the wider world, rules, money, digital resilience and jobs, as well as sensitive, age-appropriate lessons on consent and the menstrual cycle for those who are ready.

CULTURAL CAPITAL
Last term, the children enjoyed some exciting trips to support their learning. We visited Bamber Bridge Woods, where the children explored the environment to find everyday materials and identify their properties as part of our Science topic. We also visited Alston Observatory for our Moon Zoom topic. The children experienced a planetarium, learned about space, and had the opportunity to see real telescopes used to observe the night sky, helping to bring their learning to life.This term, our Cultural Capital trips will link to our new topic, Bright Lights, Big City. The children will visit Morecambe, where they will explore and identify human and physical features, preparing them for learning about London’s features in comparison. We will also visit Garstang Fire Station as part of our learning about the Great Fire of London. This will help the children understand how firefighting has changed and improved over time.

Parlick Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

CURRICULUM
This term, our “Once Upon a Time” topic with Miss Capstick will be based around exploring the magical world of stories and immersing our class into a fairytale land. Within this, we will enjoy listening to a variety of traditional tales and get involved by acting them out during playtime and using our imaginations during our continuous provision activities.

Within our learning, we will also share some more modern versions of stories, helping the children see things from different characters’ points of view. This will lead to some great discussions about how life has changed since those stories were first written and provide opportunities for the exploration of different characters and their characteristics.

The children will also have lots of fun creating their own stories, using their imagination to come up with characters and adventures. To bring their ideas to life, they will make masks, props, and puppets, and will enjoy performing their stories for others.

Alongside this, our class will be taking a trip to the past with Mrs Mott so we can explore what life was like when we were born. We will have lots of fun welcoming younger children to our Teddy Bear’s Picnic, where they’ll get the chance to observe how toddlers play and move. We’ll also be learning about how babies grow and change over time.

As we think about our own childhoods, we’ll be using photos and special objects to help us remember important moments like weddings and christenings. We’ll spend time talking about our families and sharing happy memories, including remembering people or pets who are no longer with us in a gentle and thoughtful way.

We’ll also be learning about the days, weeks and months of the year, helping us to understand the passing of time (and, of course, how long we have to wait for our birthdays!). The children will explore how objects from the past were used and will enjoy learning games, songs and dances from long ago.
Alongside our topic work, we will continue to develop letter formation and phonics daily, helping to build confidence in early reading and writing. In Maths, our aims this term are to consolidate our knowledge of money and its value before moving onto exploring multiplication, division and measurement.

Our continuous provision activities will run throughout each day and are carefully planned to enhance learning across all areas whilst incorporating activities based around current events. These activities allow children to practise skills, follow their interests, and deepen their understanding through play.

CULTURAL CAPITAL
Throughout last term, our Cultural Capital trips were aimed around being outside of the school environment and exploring natural areas. For our last trip, we headed off on an exciting class trip to the beach, where the children had the chance to explore the coastal environment at Half Moon Bay at Heysham in a hands-on way. They used all their senses to discover what they could see, hear, feel and even smell, while talking together about their observations. There were plenty of opportunities to build gross motor skills too, from walking on the sand to climbing, balancing and playing games. The children were also encouraged to work as a team, communicating with each other, sharing ideas and helping one another as they explored and learned together.

Calder Summer Newsletter

Posted on April 28, 2026April 28, 2026 by Calder Lodge School

CURRICULUM
This term the children will begin their third and final topic, Flow, where the children will explore the fascinating movement of water and its importance in our world. Throughout the topic, we will learn about rivers and the water cycle, discovering how water travels, changes and shapes the environment around us. We will investigate key features of rivers, understand how they are formed and explore their uses and impact on human life. Through a range of engaging activities, the children will develop their geography and science knowledge, alongside key skills such as map reading, investigation, and problem-solving. As the topic progresses, they will have opportunities to apply their learning creatively, perhaps by designing models, conducting experiments or presenting their findings. By the end of the topic, the children will have a deeper understanding of how water ‘flows’ through our world and why it is such a vital resource.

As part of our ‘Flow’ topic, children will develop their English skills through a range of engaging and purposeful activities linked to the theme of water and rivers. They will explore a variety of high-quality texts to inspire their writing, including stories, information texts and poetry. Pupils will have opportunities to write for different purposes, such as creating descriptive settings of rivers, producing non-fiction reports about the water cycle, and writing explanations of how rivers are formed. Alongside this, there will be a strong focus on developing grammar, punctuation and spelling, as well as expanding vocabulary linked to the topic. Speaking and listening skills will also be enhanced through discussions, presentations and sharing ideas, helping children to communicate their understanding clearly and confidently.

In Maths the children will begin their module about shape, where they will embed their knowledge of 3d shapes and their properties. After that, they will learn about parallel and perpendicular lines, right, obtuse and acute angles.

In Science we will complete our Forces and Magnets topic followed by the Plants module which will link comfortably with our ‘flow’ topic.

	BLEASDALE NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Mr Blower – Class Teacher Mr Meadows, Mrs Turner and Mr Ayanwenu – Keyworkers The summer is here! Hopefully the weather will allow us to spend plenty of time outside to support our learning across all the subjects.
DON’T FORGET…… If your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card/text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATES Earth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026. Cultural Capital Dates: Tuesday 21st April 2026 – American Diner Experience Billy Bobs Tuesday 5th May 2026 – Outdoor Pizza Making Tuesday 19th May 2026 – Braedon Pony Trekking Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026 Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026

	FAIRSNAPE NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Mrs Howarth – Class Teacher Mr Chandler, Mr Parkes & Mr Melville – Keyworkers Welcome back to Summer Term 1 in Fairsnape Class! We hope you all had a wonderful Easter break and enjoyed some special time together. We’re really looking forward to this final term of the school year and have lots of exciting learning planned. With a bit of luck, we’ll enjoy plenty of sunshine and nice weather, giving us lots of opportunities to get outside and make the most of the summer days!
DON’T FORGET…… If your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card/text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATES Earth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026 Cultural Capital Dates: Wednesday 29th April – Geography field work. Offside (Location TBC) Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026 Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026
PARENT REMINDER Please can sun cream be applied to children during the summer months. It would also be useful to bring a sun hat in for playtimes and trips. During the summer months children can wear shorts, but they MUST be plain black/grey or school shorts – no sports motifs.

	NICKY NOOK NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Mr Hutchinson – Class Teacher Miss Lowe & Mr Davis – Keyworkers Welcome back to Nicky Nook for the Summer term! We are delighted to begin what promises to be a vibrant and engaging term, filled with sunshine, outdoor exploration, and enriching learning experiences. With the warmer weather upon us, we are excited to make the most of our outdoor environment, providing the children with meaningful opportunities to learn, discover, and grow beyond the classroom. As we enter the final term of the school year, there are many exciting moments ahead. From hands-on outdoor activities to exploring the world around us. This term offers a wonderful chance for the children to develop their curiosity, confidence, and independence. We look forward to welcoming everyone back and continuing our journey together, making this a fun, memorable, and inspiring end to the year for all.
DON’T FORGET…… If your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card/text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATES Earth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026. Cultural Capital Dates: 6th May 2026 – Half Moon Bay minibeast scavenger hunt. Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026

	OAKENCLOUGH NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Mrs Taylor-Heath – Class Teacher Mr Manning & Miss Hill – Keyworkers Welcome back! We hope you have had a fantastic break and are looking forward to the Summer term. We have lots of exciting things planned and look forward to the warmer and brighter days.
DON’T FORGET……I f your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card//text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATESEarth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026. Cultural Capital Dates: Wednesday 15^th April 2026 – Morecambe Prom (Human and Physical Features)Wednesday 13^th May 2026 – Garstang Fire Station (TBC) Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026
PARENT REMINDER Please can sun cream be applied to children during the summer months. It would also be useful to bring a sun hat in for playtimes and trips. During the summer months children can wear shorts, but they MUST be plain black/grey or school shorts – no sports motifs.

	PARLICK NEWSLETTERSUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Miss Capstick and Mrs Mott – Class Teachers Mrs Hutchinson, Miss Pye, Ms Sheldon – Keyworkers Welcome back! We hope you have had a fantastic holiday. This term we are looking forward to brighter days, sunnier weather and having the opportunity to take our learning outside.
DON’T FORGET…… If your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card/text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATES Earth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026. Cultural Capital Date: 22nd April 2016 – Transport Museum Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026
PARENT REMINDER Please can sun cream be applied to children during the summer months. It would also be useful to bring a sun hat in for playtimes and trips. During the summer months children can wear shorts, but they MUST be plain black/grey or school shorts – no sports motifs.

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12/05/26 – River Wyre Investigation

29.4.26 – Williamson’s Park

22.4.26- Middleton Sands

24/4/26 – Cowboy Cook Out

Bleasdale Summer Newsletter

Fairsnape Summer Newsletter

Nicky Nook Summer Newsletter

Oakenclough Summer Newsletter

Parlick Summer Newsletter

Calder Summer Newsletter

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	CALDER NEWSLETTER SUMMER TERM (1) 2026
THIS HALF TERM AT SCHOOL Mrs Farnworth: Welcome back to Calder Lodge for our exciting summer term. I trust you have had a lovely Easter break. We have much to look forward to this term, with all the wonderful opportunities that will be on offer to the pupils, including trips to Waddecar Scout Camp, the beach and our local community. Mrs Thompson – Class Teacher Mr Martin, Mrs Nicholson – Keyworkers Welcome back! We hope you had a restful and enjoyable break and the children are feeling refreshed for the term ahead. We are hopeful the children will return with enthusiasm, in readiness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. As we begin the Summer term, the final term of the school year, we look forward to making the most of the brighter days and warmer weather with a range of exciting opportunities, engaging activities, and memorable experiences. We will be preparing some of our children for their onward journeys as their final chapter at Calder Lodge fast approaches. We look forward to finishing the year on a high together, however we have all got the tissues at the ready!
DON’T FORGET If your child has any medical appointments please inform school in advance where possible – you MUST send a copy (either hard copy or a picture by email) of the appointment letter/card/text to school for our register.If your child is absent due to illness please telephone school before 8.00 am and leave a message. Your child will not be collected for school until you inform us that they are well enough to return.
IMPORTANT DATES Earth Day – 20^th April 2026. St Georges Day 23^rd April 2026. Vesak 1^st May 2026. Fairtrade Day 9^th May 2026. Ascension Day 14^th May 2026. Shavuot 21^st May 2026 Cultural Capital Dates: Tuesday 28^th April 2026 – Scorton Picnic Site (river study)Tuesday 12^th May 2026 – The River Trust Workshop (TBC) Monday 4^th May – May Day Summer Term (1) 2026 Ends: Friday 22^nd May 2026Summer Term (2) 2026 Begins: Monday 1^st June 2026

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