Red Nose Day
Lots of fun was had by all in school today for Red Nose Day! Well done to the School Council for arranging the activities for all to enjoy. Well done to Peyton in Year 3 for the winning guess of 134 in the 'How many pompoms in the jar' competition. A very good guess as there were actually 135! Thank you to everyone who played.
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. If you would still like to make a donation, please do so via by the button below:
Arriving at school - no need to queue
Please can we remind everyone that there is no need to arrive early and queue outside school in a morning. The gates are open for 15 minutes from 8.40 to 8.55am which should allow everyone time to enter comfortably. You may arrive at any time between those times. For the safety and comfort of all, please do not arrive before 8.40am and form a queue.
We ask that older pupils who are not being accompanied by their parents do not come until 8.50am. This will ensure that gates are open and there will not be a queue. Pupils will then be able to come straight into school safely.
One week to go!
This is our last newsletter before the Easter break, but remember there is one more week to go in school. We finish for the Easter break on Friday 27th March. We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a safe and enjoyable two weeks when the time comes. Hopefully we will have some lovely spring sunshine to enjoy. Take care, and we will see everyone back on Monday 13th April.
Science Week
The school was a hive of curiosity during Science Week last week. The children took part in a series of lessons based on a curious theme. Different year groups explored different areas, such as chemistry, coastlines, critters and the cosmos!
New School Meals Menu
A new menu will be starting after Easter. Please click the button below to view the current menu (which applies next week - week 3) and the new menu.
Kids Club - Places Available
Kids Club currently have places available. If you are interested in before or afterschool care, please contact them on parkside.kidsclub@hotmail.co.uk or call 07749 948149.
PTA Family Craft Event
This is sure to be a fun event for all so please come along on Thursday 26th March. Thank you for your support.
Understanding Anxiety
The East Riding Mental Health Support Team invite you all to their upcoming online workshop for parents and carers titled: Understanding Anxiety This session will offer practical insights into recognising and managing anxiety in children and young people, with strategies that parents and carers can use at home. 🗓 Date: 30th April 🕒 Time: 5-7 pm 📍 Location: Online (link to register is below) 🔗 Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understanding-anxiety-a-parentcarer-workshop-tickets-1984613252663?aff=oddtdtcreator The workshop is free to attend and open to all families.
Spotlight on Attendance 🔦
Please see below for the attendance figures for the last two weeks. The overall school attendance is still above 95%, so let's try and maintain that. As we get closer to the Easter break, remember that every day in school is important and learning continues right up until the holidays, 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.
Sports Camp
Help improve the Arbor Parent App!
Arbor want to make sure the Parent App is as helpful as possible for you and your family. To do that, the team at Arbor would love to hear your thoughts. How you can help - Arbor is looking for parents to join a small feedback group. From time to time, they’ll reach out with a chance to:
- Test out new ideas before they're released
- Join a quick 30-60 minute online feedback session
- Share your experience of using the app
There’s no pressure to join every session – you can just jump in whenever you have a spare moment to help make school life a little bit easier for every parent. Sound interesting? You can sign up to hear more about the feedback sessions here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfa96HMXK1N7eq3CGC4Gt-6vYPqeTOe4jTj95S7aMDvMTgUzA/viewform
Easter Activity Packs
The Trans Pennine Trail have a brand‑new Kids’ Easter Activity Pack, filled with fun nature‑themed activities, crafts, recipes and puzzles for families to enjoy during the holiday. It’s a great way to inspire children to get creative, explore the outdoors, and learn more about the outdoors and the Trans Pennine Trail.
Download the pack here: https://www.transpenninetrail.org.uk/childrens-page/
Poster Competition
The Goole District Lions are inviting the pupils of Parkside Primary to take part in a poster competition. Posters can be painted or other mediums can be used as long as they photograph well.
The posters are for the Oakhill Nature Reserve Goole and should be themed around conservation, concentrating on the key messages of picking up your litter and dog poo. The poster competition is open to all primary school aged children.
The top three posters will be awarded prizes around the theme of the environment:
- First Prize - a bee and bug hotel
- Second Prize - a bird house
- Third prize - a bird feeder
A presentation will be organised once the judging has taken place. The completed posters will be collected on Friday 27th March from the school. Please bring your poster in to school before then.
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).
Try Martial Arts
Compass Martial Arts Goole are looking for new recruits. Get in touch on 07307 332216.
SEND News
The latest bulletin from the East Riding Local Offer is available to view by clicking the button below.
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:
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
- 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 - PTA Non-Uniform Day
- 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
- Thurs 16th July 2026 - PTA Summer Disco
- 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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