IMPORTANT MESSAGE - Returning Sports Kit
If your child is representing Alveston in a sporting event, please ensure you wash the kit and return it to school as soon as possible after the event so that other children have a fresh kit to wear. This week we didn't have enough kit for our football matches on Thursday, which was a real shame for those participating, so please do ensure you return the kit promptly. Thank you for your support with this.
Online Safety Committee
As part of our whole school Online Safety Week last week, the Online Safety Committee led our Collective Worship to warn us about the dangers of phishing. They told us the signs to look out for and how easy it can be to be drawn into a phishing scam.
Some key takeaways were:
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Never click on links you don't know
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Only talk to people you know online
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Create a username and use an emoji or avatar for your display (never your full name)
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Always tell a trusted adult if there is something worrying you online
And remember: always be kind and be SMART online.
Highlights from Online Safety Week
As part of Online Safety week, the children in Reception were introduced to the computer room. The children explored some of the equipment, trying on the headphones and moving the mouse. The class spoke about the internet and all the amazing things it can do to help us learn. In the classroom, the children read the story of Smartie the Penguin. Smartie used his tablet to explore his favourite things online. He soon found out that some things online are not safe and are not truthful. He always asked for help and never tried to fix it himself. The children in Reception will start to spend some more time in the computer room going forwards.
Year 1 looked at ways the internet can be dangerous. If something was to worry us and was unfamiliar then we must remember to:
STOP what we are doing online;
CLOSE what we were playing/reading and;
TELL a trusted adult.
Year 3 learnt more about what they should and shouldn't do when using the world wide web. They focused on building good digital footprints and doing so safely. They then looked at ways they can find more reliable information online.
Year 6 explored how they might share personal information online. They also discussed what happens to photos once they are shared and they considered ways to keep control of our own images. The children then created their own posters to show what they had learned.
3D Maps
Year 2 had an amazing art lesson this week, building on last week’s learning about map-making. The children created their own 3D maps using a wonderful range of materials including wool, lollipop sticks, feathers and card. They thought carefully about their design choices, selecting the best materials to highlight different features. Each map was completely unique, and we were so impressed by their creativity, focus and imagination!
Netball Victory!
Alveston secured an impressive 14–3 win against Bridgetown in what was not only a fantastic performance, but also our first ever netball match! The team played with confidence, energy, and great teamwork — especially remarkable given we’ve only had a few practice sessions so far.
Every player contributed to the result, showing real determination and spirit on court. A huge well done to the whole squad!
We’re already looking forward to a rematch with Bridgetown in the coming weeks. Well done, Alveston!
Speed Stacking!
Twelve enthusiastic Year 4 pupils proudly represented our school at the School Games Speed Stacking Competition, held at Leamington’s Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre. The children have been practising every lunchtime for the past few weeks, building their skills, confidence, and teamwork. Their hard work certainly paid off as they eagerly demonstrated their speed stacking talents, competing against pupils from other schools and embracing the friendly, energetic atmosphere of the event. Alongside the main competition, the children enjoyed taking part in a variety of fun activities on offer throughout the day. We are incredibly proud of their effort, sportsmanship, and enthusiasm. Well done to all of our Year 4 competitors!
We await the results with bated breath.......watch this space!
Year 5 & 6 Football Fun!
Our Year 5 and 6 boys’ and girls’ football teams took to the pitches at Alveston this week for a match against Bridgetown. Despite the final scores not going in our favour, every player showed fantastic determination, teamwork, and resilience from start to finish. The teams worked incredibly hard and still managed to have plenty of fun—even as the light faded and the games became trickier to see! Their positive attitude and commitment were a real standout. A big thank you to Miss Wright for her support and coaching, to all the parents who helped set up the pitches, and a special shout-out to Liam’s dad for refereeing the boys match. Well done to all our players for representing the school so brilliantly!
Winter HAF (holiday activities and food) programme listings are live!
Activities begin from 20 December – book now as places fill up fast!
You can find each provider’s preferred method of booking under their details. Remember to have your HAF code at the ready.
The HAF programme supports families who are in receipt of benefits-related free school meals. If you are receiving these, but haven’t yet got a HAF code, it’s not too late – you can apply for a code today on the website.
Community Autism Support Services (CASS)
The new Community Autism Support Service is commissioned by Coventry City Council, Warwickshire County Council and the Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board, to provide a collaborative approach to supporting autistic people and their families.
CASS aims to help autistic children, young people and adults, along with their families and professionals, to understand autism and themselves better. It supports people to thrive in their everyday, neurodiverse life.
CASS can help to develop communication, social interaction, processing and sensory skills. Our work focuses on building confidence, self-esteem and healthy relationships, providing support in managing your own wellbeing.
A wide range of workshops are available to families, children, young people and adults living with autism. Take a look
here at what's on offer in your area.
To find out more about CASS and its community reach, please click
here.
Communication Workshop for SEND Families
Parents and carers are invited to join Family Support Workers from the Children with Disabilities Team for a relaxed and friendly session to explore how visual communication aids (e.g. visual timetables, now and next boards) can support children and young people at home and in the community.
Date: Wednesday 17 December
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Location: Lighthorne Heath Primary School, Stratford Road, Lighthorne Heath CV33 9TW
Learn more here.
Community Interest
We post community events and projects on our website under 'Our Community'. For more information about activities open to you, your family and your local community, please do check the pages regularly:
You can also find a list of
Stratford Food Bank's "MOST WANTED" items right
here. Please do take a look and help to support those in need in our local community.
General Reminders
Parking at Drop-Off and Pick-Up
We are so lucky at Alveston that the Football Club allow all our parents who drive to school to use their car park for drop-off and pick-up. This makes it safer for all our children. Please continue to use the Football Club car park. Please do not park on Knights Lane, Oak Road or any double-yellow lines for pick-up or drop-offs. Please also ensure that you do not stop or park within the zig-zag "Keep Clear" markings. This area is marked to keep the flow of traffic moving and to ensure the safety of all pedestrians.
Sickness and Absence
Please let the school office know each day your child is absent from school by calling 01789 293412, option 1, and leaving a message. You may also email
parents3002@welearn365.com. You do not need to contact us daily if your child is sick/vomits. Absences for sickness/vomiting will be recorded 48 hours from the end of the day your child was last sick (i.e. if sick on Sunday, come back on Wednesday; if Tuesday come back on Friday).
Medicines in School
We cannot accept medicines in school without a prescription label and a medical form completed by a parent or carer. Please ask the school office for more information and/or a form via:
parents3002@welearn365.com
Forest School Dates
Below are Forest School dates for your diary. The children will need to wear PE kit to school with tracksuit bottoms or leggings and have a long sleeve top such as a hoodie. Wellies and a rain coat/ will also be required:
Autumn Term (2)
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Year Group
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5.12.25
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Y6
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12.12.25
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Y5
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Spring Term (1)
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Date
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Year Group
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9.1.26
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Y4
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16.1.25
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Y3
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23.1.25
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Y1
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30.1.25
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Y2
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6.2.25
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Rec
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13.2.25
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Y6
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23.2.25
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Y5
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Important Dates* to Remember
Key dates for the Autumn Term are HERE! You can find information relating to term dates here and teacher-led clubs dates here.
* Please note that all dates published are subject to change/cancellation - please check this page and/or the website calendar regularly:
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Y5 Swimming
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1/12, 8/12
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Autumn Term (2)
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Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies
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5/12, 12/12, *15/12 (Half Term Cup)
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Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks
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3rd November to 5th December 2025 (inclusive) excluding parents' evening week
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1-5/12
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Christmas Book Fair Week
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1/12
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Friends of Alveston - Shine Bright Christmas Night 3.15 - 5.30
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4/12
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Coffee Morning 9-10
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9/12
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Christmas Performances: KS1 9-10; KS2 10:30-11:30; Rec 2-3
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10/12
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Christmas Performances: Rec 9-10; KS1 10:30-11:30; KS2 2-3
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16/12
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Christingle (St. James’ Church, Alveston) (2:15pm)
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19/12
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Last day of Term [children to be collected at midday]
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END OF TERM 19th December (pm) to 4th January
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5/1/26
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Back to school
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Spring Term (1)
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Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies
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16/1, 23/1, 30/1, 6/2, *9/2 (Half Term Cup)
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Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks
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12th January to 6th February 2026 (inclusive)
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Y4 Swimming
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5/1, 12/1, 19/1, 26/1, 2/2, 9/2
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7/1
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TT RockStars Day (Y4 & Y5)
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16/1
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Young Voices Concert
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2-5/2
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Bikeability (Y5)
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HALF TERM 16th February to 20th February
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23/2/26
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Back to school
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