Prison Me No Way
The Year 5 & 6 children were visited by the No Way Trust last week. The workshops provided real-life learning experiences to help reduce risky behaviour and prevent the children from becoming involved in crime. The aim of the day was to prepare children for challenges of the modern-day in an interactive way that can be absorbed without fear whilst also ensuring their well-being and safety is protected. The sessions also helped the children prepare for the step up towards secondary education with increased confidence.
The children got to experience what it was like inside a mock prison cell and they also had the opportunity to meet trainee working dogs, which was a real highlight as you can see from the photos below!
Awesome Athletics
It was a brilliant performance by all at the Sports Hall Athletics final at South Hunsley School. We are proud to announce that Parkside came fourth! This is a very impressive result as they were competing against all of the primary schools from the west of the East Riding who had won their own cluster competitions. Noah was also commended for throwing the javelin an incredible 16.4m!
Seatbelts for Safety
We would like to share a message with you all that came up in the Prison Me Now Way sessions, which was about the importance of wearing seatbelts in the car. The following information is taken from https://www.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/seatbelts/
It is a legal requirement in the United Kingdom to wear a seat belt if one is fitted. There are only a few exemptions.
In 2017, 27% - over a quarter - of those who died in cars on the road were not wearing seat belts.
You can be fined up to £500 for not wearing a seat belt.
Wearing a seat belt not only helps protect your safety, it helps protect the safety of others.
As a passenger over the age of 14 it's your responsibility to ensure you’re wearing a seat belt. Failure to do so could result in a fine.
Find out car seat requirements and further information by visiting child car seats: the law.
Child passengers
Children under 135cm tall or under 12 years old must be in the correct car seat for their height and weight. A driver is responsible for any passengers under the age of 14 years old.
You can be fined £500 if: a child under 14 years old isn't wearing a seat belt; a child under 135cm tall or under 12 years old is not in the correct car seat.
World Book Day 2026
This year, the theme for World Book Day was “Reading for Pleasure”, which ties into the National Year of Reading focus on enjoying stories and building lifelong reading habits.
Thank you to everyone who was able to come to the stay and read sessions, we hope you enjoyed it as much as the children. Throughout the day, the children took part in lots of activities such as 'Guess the book' in assembly, 'Book Club' in class and the always popular 'Buddy Reading', where children of different ages get to share and enjoy a book together. See below for just a few photos from the day:
Lunchtime Safety
Please can we remind everyone that items such as cherry tomatoes and grapes should be cut up for safety, otherwise they are serious choking hazard.
Science Week
Next week is Science Week! The children will be taking part in a series of lesson based on a curious theme. See below to see what each year group will be exploring.
Year 5's Champion Meeting!
Year 5 had an exciting call with Talan Skeels-Piggins , a European champion in sit down skiing and Paralympic athlete. The children were very inspired by his resilience and determination!
Upcoming PTA Events
School Meals Menu
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Preloved - Next event
Reminder, our next preloved event will take place on Tuesday 10th March. Come along to pick up some free uniform and other items. We have lots of summer school dresses in good condition, so why not have a look and see if you could get something for free before heading to the shop to buy new?
Give rugby a Try!
Spotlight on Attendance 🔦
Please see below for the attendance figures for the last week of half term and the first week back. The overall school attendance is back up above 95%, so let's try and keep that going.
Remember, school isn't just about books and homework, it's also about making memories, spending time with friends and learning new skills. Every day in school makes a difference and builds their confidence, so make sure they are here!
Here are some reminder of how to support your child:
- Do not take holidays in term time (see here for Penalty Notice information)
- Make appointments outside of school hours
- Use the "When is to ill to ill" guidance when considering keeping your child off school (click here to view)
- Arrive on time each day. School gates open at 8.40 with registers closing at 8.55am
- Reach out to school Via Mrs Daine or Mrs Greenley for support around school attendance including Emotional Based School Avoidance
Absence from school not only equates to lost learning but also missing out on other benefits to a child's wellbeing and wider development.
The Parents Lottery
Just a reminder that you can support the school by buying tickets for the Parents Lottery. The school will receive 50% of ticket sales linked to Parkside, so your support will really make a difference. Please click the button below to purchase if you wish:
Safeguarding and Wellbeing support
- East Riding - Support and protection for children
- NSPCC - Support & advice for parents
- Family Information Service - What can FISH do for you?
- Family Help Service
- Free online learning for parents and carers
- Two Rivers Community Pantry
If you have any Safeguarding concerns outside of school hours, or are concerned a child has suffered or is likely to suffer significant harm and is at immediate risk call the Children’s Safeguarding Hub on (01482) 395500 or ring 999 (asking for the Police).
SEND News
The latest bulletin from the East Riding Local Offer is available to view by clicking the button below.
Mindful March
Daily actions from Action for Happiness encouraging you to carry out small acts of kindness. Have a look at this month's calendar below - click here to download the pdf. Mindful March suggests daily actions to help us pause, breathe and notice, so we can respond more mindfully.
Dates for your diary
(Please note that all dates are subject to change. We will of course update you of any changes as soon as possible.)
Dates are also available on our website by clicking here.
Dates for Academic Year 2025/2026
Spring Term 2026
- Mon 9th March 2026 - National Science Week
- Tues 10th March 2026 - Year 4 Open Afternoon 2.30pm
- Tues 10th March 2026 - Preloved Uniform Event 3.30pm
- Thurs 12th March 2026 - Year 4 Open Afternoon 2.30pm
- Fri 13th March 2026 - 3B Class Assembly 9.15am
- Thursday 26th March - PTA Family Easter Crafts
- Fri 27th March 2026 - School closes for Easter (3.30pm)
Summer Term 2026
- Mon 13th April 2026 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Tues 21st April 2026 - Preloved Uniform Event 3.30pm
- Fri 1st May 2026 - 5H Class Assembly 9.15am
- Mon 4th May 2026 - School closed for Bank Holiday (All day)
- Tues 5th May 2026 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 8th May 2026 - 5R Class Assembly 9.15am
- Mon 11th May 2026 - Year 6 SATs Week
- Mon 18th May 2026 - Year 1 & 2 Sports Day
- Tues 19th May 2026 - Year 3 & 4 Sports Day
- Wed 20th May 2026 - Year 5 & 6 Sports Day
- Thurs 21st May 2026 - Nursery & Reception Sports Day
- Fri 22nd May 2026 - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Mon 1st June 2026 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Tues 9th June 2026 - Preloved Uniform Event 3.30pm
- Wed 10th June 2026 - Year 3 Performance (PM)
- Thurs 11th June 2026 - Year 3 Performance (AM)
- Fri 12th June 2026 - RB Class Assembly (Reception children only) 9.15am
- Fri 19th June 2026 - RP Class Assembly (Reception children only) 9.15am
- Mon 22nd June 2026 - Fieldwork Week
- Mon 6th July 2026 - SEND Week
- Tues 7th July 2026 - PTA Summer Fayre
- Tues 14th July 2026 - Year 6 Performance
- Wed 15th July 2026 - Year 6 Performance
- Fri 17th July 2026 - Year 6 Leavers Assemblies
- Fri 17th July 2026 - School closes for Summer (3.30pm)
Dates for Academic Year 2026/2027
Autumn term
- Tues 8th Sept 2026 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Thurs 22nd Oct 2026 - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Mon 2nd Nov 2026 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 18th Dec 2026 - School closes for Christmas (3.30pm)
Spring Term
- Mon 4th Jan 2027 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 5th Feb 2027 - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Mon 15th Feb 2027 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 19th March 2027- School closes for Easter (3.30pm)
Summer Term
- Mon 5th April 2027 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Mon 3rd May 2027 - Closed for May Day Bank Holiday
- Thurs 27th May 2027 - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Tues 8th June 2027 - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 23rd July 2027 - School closes for Summer (3.30pm)
Contact us
Telephone: 01405 763634
Email: parkside.primary@eastriding.gov.uk
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