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Whole School Newsletter 21 April 2026
Tue 21 Apr 2026Mudeford Junior School
Dear Parent/Carer 21 April 2026
Welcome back to the summer term, as always, this is a busy term. All dates for the term can be found on the school website in the calendar section. Year Group Newsletters will also been sent out with specific information relevant to each cohort, these can also be found on the school website.
Sports Day for all year groups
All parents and grandparents welcome to attend Sports Day on Tuesday 19th May - 10:30 - 12:15. The event will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
School Photographer
The school photographer will be visiting on Thursday 21 May to take whole class photographs.
Year 6 Parents invited to view materials and be informed about content being shown in Relationships and Sex Education Wednesday 20 May 4.45 - 5.45pm
Year 6 Parents invited to view materials being shown in Relationships and Sex Education. Relationships and Sex Education for Year 6 will take place during the second half of the summer term. Mrs Lee, PSHE Subject Leader, will be giving parents the opportunity to understand the content that will be shared with the children. All parents of Year 6 children welcome.
Parents Open Evening for all Children.
There will be an informal open evening for all year groups on Tuesday 23 June between 4.00 and 5.30pm. This is an opportunity for children to bring their parents into school to look at the work and achievements that their children have enjoyed throughout the year. Teachers will be in attendance. There is no need to book an appointment.
Mudeford Junior School 50th Anniversary
This year the school is celebrating its 50th anniversary on Thursday 9th July. To mark the occasion there will be a small celebratory event. The gates will open at 2.45pm. Please put this date in your diary. More information to follow.
Warm Weather
Hopefully the warm weather will be with us soon. It is always helpful if the children come to school with sun cream and a sunhat during hot weather. As jumpers become less of a necessity it is useful if all are clearly labelled so the owners can be easily found.
Friday Morning Cardio Tennis, Health and Wellbeing Session for Parents
Cardio tennis for all parents will continue throughout the summer term – Friday mornings 8.50am – 9.55am. All Parents of Mudeford Junior School children are welcome, no booking necessary. Just turn up on the day! Ally and Adam will be offering a fun morning of cardio tennis, fitness and fun for parents. Enjoy a morning of great activities, in a fun, friendly environment, all abilities welcome for an inclusive session. These sessions will be FREE of charge.
Dates for your Diary
All dates for the term can be found on the school website in the school calendar section.
INSET days: Friday 12 June 2026
Additional dates:
Thursday 23 April – 3HY Locality Study
Friday 24 April – 3TN Locality Study
Monday 4 May – Bank Holiday
Monday 11– Thursday 14 May -Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 19 May – Sports Day 10.30am start – All parents and grandparents invited
Wednesday 20 May – Year 6 Parents viewing Relationships and Sex Education content 4.45 – 5.45pm
Thursday 21 May – Class Photos
Monday 25 – Friday 29 May – Half term
Friday 5 June – Monday 8 June 2026 - Year 6 Residential Trip to Osmington Bay
Friday 12 June – Inset Day
Tuesday 16 June – Year 4 Trip to Cranborne Ancient Technology Centre
Tuesday 23 June - Open Evening (no appointment necessary) 4pm – 5.30pm
Friday 26 June – Year 6 Transition Day to their new schools for September. Parents will be required to transport their children to their new school.
Friday 3 July – Year 5 to visit Highcliffe Secondary School (morning visit only – back for lunch)
Thursday 9 July – Mudeford Junior School 50th Anniversary Celebration 2.45 – 3.15pm (Parents welcome to attend).
Thursday 16 July - Year 6 Leavers Evening BBQ and Disco. More information to follow
Wednesday 22 July break up for summer holidays– Tuesday 1 September (Return to school for all children Tuesday 1 September).
Yours sincerely
M Partridge - Headteacher
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Online Safety Newsletter April 2026
Tue 14 Apr 2026Online Safety Newsletter April 2026
Click here to read the online safety newsletter for April.
Topics this month include:
-Age rating in games advice
-Essex Police have launched a ground breaking AI Safety Campaign in partnership with BT and EE to tackle the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) misuse and deepfake technology.
-All about the Manosphere
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Mudeford Junior School Online Safety Newsletter April 2026
Thu 26 Mar 2026Mudeford Junior School Online Safety Newsletter April 2026
Age ratings exist to help protect your child as they show whether content is suitable for your child’s age. Make sure you check the age rating of any game your child is playing.
Why should I check?
Not all games will be appropriate for your child. Some may appear child friendly due to fun or cartoon style graphics but still include unsuitable content. Age ratings consider factors such as violence, frightening content, bad language and/or in app purchases.
How can I check?
Most games are rated by PEGI (Pan European Game Information), who not only state the age you should be to play the game but also provide further content descriptors to give you an indication of the type of content that your child might encounter. Apps are rated by the App store/Google Play.
How can I stop my child from accessing a game they are not old enough to play?
You can set up parental controls to restrict access to games or apps that your child is not old enough to play and set restrictions so any downloads/ purchases must be approved by you. For example:
- Nintendo – restrict software by age so if you restrict to 10+, games with that rating or above cannot be played by your child.
- Xbox / PlayStation – set an age limit so anything that exceeds that age rating must be approved.
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Apple / Google (Family Link) – restrict your child from installing apps, allowing you to review before approving all purchases.
Would you like to read this newsletter in a different language? You can use the translate tool on our web version: https://www.knowsleyclcs.org.uk/april-2026-primary/
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Whole School Newsletter March 16 2026
Mon 16 Mar 2026Dear Parent / Carer, 16 March 2026
The Spring term seems to have flown by with the end of term on Friday 27 March only a week away! Hopefully the sun will be out for the Easter holidays.
Visiting book Fair
The Scholastic Travelling Book Fair is due to visit school from Tuesday 17 March until Friday 20 March. As part of the sales the school receives commission to purchase books for the school library. Please pop into the school hall after school this week.
School Disco
The school disco has been booked for Wednesday 25 March.
All children are invited for their year appropriate disco.
Tickets will be £3.00 each and include a drink and packet of crisps.
Tickets will be on sale on Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 March after school on the years 5 and 6 playground.
Year 3 and 4 Disco 5.00 – 6.30pm.
Year 5 and 6 Disco 6.45 - 8.15pm.
Year 6 SATs
The end of Key Stage 2 assessments for Year 6 will take place during the week May 11 (Monday)–– (Thursday) 14 May.
School Photographer
The school photographer will be visiting on Thursday 21 May to take whole class photographs.
Online Safety Newsletter
The Monthly Online Safety Newsletter will be sent out later this term. It is also uploaded onto the school website under Key Information – Safeguarding Page.
Sports Day for all year Groups
All parents are welcome to attend Sports Day on Tuesday 19 May - 10:30 - 12:15. The event will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Friday Morning Cardio Tennis – Come along during the Summer Term!
Friday mornings 8.50am – 9.55am. All Parents of Mudeford Junior School children are welcome, no booking necessary. Just turn up on the day! Ally and Adam will be offering a fun morning of cardio tennis, fitness and fun for parents. Enjoy a morning of great activities, in a fun, friendly environment, all abilities welcome for an inclusive session. These sessions will be FREE of charge with no previous experience of tennis required.
All dates for the term can be found on the school website in the school calendar section.
INSET days: Friday 12 June 2026
Additional dates:
Monday 16 March and Monday 23 March – BCP Steps to Success Road Safety Workshops for Year 4 children
Tuesday 17 March until Friday 20 March - Scholastic Travelling Book Fair
Wednesday 25 March– School Disco for all children
Monday 30 March – Friday 10 April – Easter Holidays
Thursday 23 April – 3HY Locality Study
Friday 24 April – 3TN Locality Study
Monday 4 May – Bank Holiday
May 11 (Monday)–– (Thursday) 14 May Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 19 May – Sports Day 10.30am start – All parents and grandparents invited
Thursday 21 May – Class Photos
Monday 25 – Friday 29 May – Half term
Friday 5 June – Monday 8 June 2026 - Year 6 Residential Trip to Osmington Bay
Friday 12 June – Inset Day
Tuesday 16 June – Year 4 Trip to Cranborne Ancient Technology Centre
Friday 26 June – Year 6 Transition Day to their new schools for September
Friday 3 July – Year 5 to visit Highcliffe Secondary School (morning visit only – back for lunch).
Thursday 16 July - Year 6 Leavers BBQ and Disco
Thursday 23 July break up for summer holidays– Tuesday 1 September (Return to school for all children Tuesday 1 September).
M Partridge
Headteacher
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Online Safety Newsletter March 2026
Thu 26 Feb 2026Click here to read the full monthly update regarding Online Safety.
This months focus:
Mobile phones: do you know the risks?
We know that children having access to a smartphone can expose children to risks including:
Viewing inappropriate content
Excessive screen time/use, which in turn can affect their mental health and sleep pattern.
Contact from inappropriate people/grooming
Cyberbullying
Spending money on in-app purchases/scamsWhat effects do mobile phones have on children’s mental health?
Compass discuss the research around this important topic, outlining the positive and negative effects that mobile phones have:
https://compass-uk.org/services/compass-changing-lives/online-resources/what-effects-do-mobile-phones-have-on-children-and-young-peoples-mental-health/YouTube Safety Update: New Parental Controls
YouTube have published their latest update on how parents can support their child on YouTube. YouTube will now allow parents to set the amount of time viewing Shorts – this can even be set to zero. YouTube Shorts are short videos, usually less than 60 seconds long, which when continuously watched, can lead to excessive screentime. Furthermore, parents will also be able to set bedtime and ‘take a break’ reminders. You can find out more here: -
Information regarding Internet Safey Day 10 February
Tue 10 Feb 2026Click here to read up the latest news on E Safety Day Internet Safety.
Focussing on Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’
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Parents Evening Bookings - Tuesday 10 February and Wednesday 11 February 16:00 – 19:00 hrs
Mon 02 Feb 2026Parents' Evening - Online Appointment Booking for Face to Face meetings which will be held in school
You will be able to book your appointment on line to see your child’s teacher in school - Parents' Evening on Tuesday 10 February and Wednesday 11 February 16:00 – 19:00 hrs. This is an important evening which provides you with an opportunity to discuss your child's progress.
The school continues to use an online appointment booking system for your meeting. It allows you to choose your own appointment times with teachers and you will receive an email confirming your appointment.
Appointments can be made from Monday 2 February at 18:30 hours and will close at 15:00 hours on Monday 9 February. Please visit https://mudefordjunior.schoolcloud.co.uk/ to book your appointments.
Please note that due to Parents’ Evenings there will be no teacher run clubs during the week beginning Monday 9 February (Monday 9 February – Friday 13 February).
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Whole School Newsletetr February 2026
Mon 02 Feb 2026Dear Parent / Carer, 2 February 2026
Parents' Evening - Online Appointment Booking for Face to Face meetings which will be held in school
You will be able to book your appointment on line to see your child’s teacher in school - Parents' Evening on Tuesday 10 February and Wednesday 11 February 16:00 – 19:00 hrs. This is an important evening which provides you with an opportunity to discuss your child's progress.
The school continues to use an online appointment booking system for your meeting. It allows you to choose your own appointment times with teachers and you will receive an email confirming your appointment.
Appointments can be made from Monday 2 February at 18:30 hours and will close at 15:00 hours on Monday 9 February. Please visit https://mudefordjunior.schoolcloud.co.uk/ to book your appointments.
Please note that due to Parents’ Evenings there will be no teacher run clubs during the week beginning Monday 9 February (Monday 9 February – Friday 13 February).
Online Safety Newsletter
The Online Safety Newsletter is sent out monthly. It is also uploaded onto the school website under Key Information – Safeguarding Page. Articles included in this month are:
AI and the altering of images- very topical and a good link to our theme for Safer Internet Day!
Balance Screen time tips
Tik Tok information
CBeebies Parenting APP
Mobile Phones
The Government has recently written to schools informing us of their intention to ban mobile phones from schools. Mudeford Junior School at present does not expect mobile phones to be brought to school. There is no need for the children to have access to phones during the day in order to support their learning. The Department for Education will be providing the school with further information.
World Book Day
This year, we will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 5 March. On that day, children are invited to dress up as a favourite book character.
There will also be various activities taking place during the week, with a visiting illustrator starting off the week by working with all classes.
Visiting book Fair
The Scholastic Travelling Book Fair will be visiting school from Tuesday 17 March until Friday 20 March. We will be issuing the children with a £1 World Book token which can be used towards the price of a book at the Fair or can be exchanged in some local shops (Sainsbury's, The Works, Bookends) for a free book (please check with your local store before you visit).
Sports Day for all year Groups
All parents welcome to attend Sports Day on Tuesday 19 May - 10:30 - 12:15. The event will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Friday Morning Cardio Tennis, Health and Wellbeing Session for Parents
Friday mornings 8.50am – 9.55am. All Parents of Mudeford Junior School children are welcome, no booking necessary. Just turn up on the day! Ally and Adam will be offering a fun morning of cardio tennis, fitness and fun for parents. Enjoy a morning of great activities, in a fun, friendly environment, all abilities welcome for an inclusive session. These sessions will be FREE of charge with no previous experience of tennis required.
All dates for the term can be found on the school website in the school calendar section.
Additional dates:
INSET days: Friday 12 June 2026
Additional dates:
Week beginning Monday 9 February – there will be no teacher led clubs this week
Tuesday 10 February Parents Evening 4.00 – 7.00pm
Wednesday 11 February Parents Evening 4.00 – 7.00pm
Monday 16 – Friday 20 February – Half term
Thursday 5 March – World Book Day
Wednesday 11 March – Mothers Day Gift Shop in school (more information to follow)
Week Beginning March 9 – Year 5 Bikeability – Level 2 Cycling Road Safety
Monday 16 March and Monday 23 March – BCP Steps to Success Road Safety Workshops for Year 4 children
Tuesday 17 March until Friday 20 March - Scholastic Travelling Book Fair
Wednesday 25 March– School Disco for all children
Monday 30 March – Friday 10 April – Easter Holidays
May 11 (Monday)–– (Thursday) 14 May Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 19 May – Sports Day 10.30am start – All parents and grandparents invited
Thursday 21 May – Class Photos
Monday 25 – Friday 29 May – Half term
Friday 5 June – Monday 8 June 2026 - Year 6 Residential Trip to Osmington Bay
M Partridge
Headteacher
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Online Safety Newsletter Febraury 2026 Mudfeord Junior School
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Whole School Newsletter January 2026
Tue 06 Jan 2026Happy New Year and best wishes for 2026!
The Christmas festivities already seem a long time ago. I was extremely proud of the quality of the Christmas performances which were of such a high standard. It was lovely to see so many parents attend the performances and the Christmas Fair and celebrate this special time. As a result of your fantastic support, the Christmas Fair took over £5000 on the day!
New Year Pantomime
M&M Productions will be finishing off this first week back (Friday 9 January) by performing Robin Hood to all of the children. This is a traditional pantomime with songs, laughter and audience participation!
After School Teacher led Clubs
The majority of Teacher led clubs will resume on Monday 12 January 2026. Please contact the office if you have any queries.
Please note that there will be no teacher led clubs during the week beginning Monday 9 February. This is due to Parents Evenings being held this week.
Gardening Club – as per usual Gardening Club will not take place during the first half of term due to the wintry conditions. Gardening Club will begin again on Monday 23 February and will continue until Monday 18 May.
Please note Art Club for Year 3 on Thursdays is now finished. Art Club will now switch to Year 4 for the Spring term.
Computer Club for Year 4 on Thursdays is now finished. Computer Club will now switch to Year 3 for the Spring term.
PSHE Information Session
There will be a PSHE Parent Information session for parents of children in Year 3, 4 and 5 on Tuesday 27th January at 4pm. During the session, Health and Relationships statutory requirements will be shared with parents.
The slides will be available on the school website following the session. If you would like to join the session, please email the office@mudefordjs.co.uk to confirm your attendance.
Online Safety Newsletter
The Monthly Online Safety Newsletter will be sent out later this week. It is also uploaded onto the school website under Key Information – Safeguarding Page.
Mrs Burton led an Online Safety input to parents on Friday 14 November. She reported to parents on the growing need to monitor, recognise and prevent risk when your child is online. The newsletter also highlights this.
As always, ensure your child knows how to use the reporting and blocking features and that they know they should talk to you or another trusted adult if anything concerns them.
Free School Meals
Parents who receive Income Support or Income Based Job Seekers Allowance or Child Tax Credit AND NOT Working Tax Credit AND an assessed annual income not exceeding £16190 are entitled to free school meals and clothing grant. Further details are available from the school, by telephoning the Free School Meals team on 01202 123222 or by searching on line BCP Free School Meals.
Opportunities for parents
Friday Morning Cardio Tennis, Health and Wellbeing Session for Parents will continue for the throughout the spring term 8:50am-9.55am. All Parents of Mudeford Junior School children are welcome. Ally and Adam will be offering a fun session of cardio tennis, fitness and fun for parents. Enjoy a morning of great activities in a fun, friendly environment, all abilities welcome for an inclusive session. These sessions will be FREE of charge – just turn up on the day if you want to participate.
World Book Day – Thursday 5 March
All children are invited to dress up as their favourite character from a book that they have read on World Book Day. A visiting author will be in school this week to work with all the children.
Dropping off children
Can we please request that you park considerately whilst dropping off and collecting children, not parking on double yellow lines or blocking neighbour’s driveways. Your support is much appreciated.
All dates for the term can be found on the school website in the school calendar section.
INSET days: Friday 30 January 2026 Friday 12 June 2026
Additional dates:
Friday 9 January – Pantomime for all children (Robin Hood)
Monday 12 January - Teacher led clubs will resume week beginning 12 January
Monday 26 January – 8.45am School Nurse Drop In – contact the school office to book an appointment
Tuesday 27 January – 4.00 – 5.00 pm PSHE +Parents Information Evening for years 3,4,5 parents
Friday 30 January 2026 - INSET day
Week beginning Monday 9 February – there will be no teacher led clubs this week
Tuesday 10 February Parents Evening 4.00 – 7.00pm
Wednesday 11 February Parents Evening 4.00 – 7.00pm
Monday 16 – Friday 20 February – Half term
Thursday 5 March – World Book Day
Wednesday 25 March– School Disco for all children
Monday 30 March – Friday 10 April – Easter Holidays
May 11 (Monday)–– (Thursday) 14 May Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 19 May – Sports Day 10.30am start – All parents and grandparents invited
Thursday 21 May – Class Photos
Monday 25 – Friday 29 May – Half term
Friday 5 June – Monday 8 June 2025 - Year 6 Residential Trip to Osmington Bay
Yours sincerely – M Partridge Headteacher