Friday 16th October, 2026

Oak Class Updates

This week in RE, the children explored the Hindu beliefs of samsara (the cycle of rebirth) and moksha (freedom from this cycle) through a fun game of Snakes and Ladders. As they played, the ladders represented good actions, positive choices and a deeper understanding of Hindu beliefs, helping players move closer to achieving moksha. The snakes represented actions that could move a person further away from this goal. The activity helped the children develop their understanding of how Hindus believe a person’s actions and understanding can influence their journey towards moksha.

In History, the children have continued their learning about the invasion of Britain by different groups of invaders. They have been exploring who these invaders were, why they came to Britain, and the impact they had on the country, helping to build a deeper understanding of how Britain has been shaped over time.

Friday 16th October, 2026

Award Winners

Congratulations to this week’s award winners!

Freya- for persevering with all her maths work.

Frankie- for being polite and showing constant effort with all lessons.

Marie- for being consistently kind, generous and hard working.

Imogen- for consistent hard work across all subjects.

Frankie- for great effort and enthusiasm during dance.

And well done to Birch Class who exceeded our attendance target of 97% with an impressive 97.1%!

Friday 16th October, 2026

Head of School Message

Dear parent/carers,

It was lovely to welcome so many of you into school this week for our parent consultations. Thank you for taking the time to meet with teachers and celebrate all the fantastic progress the children are making. If you have not yet had the chance to see your child’s class teacher, please contact the school office and we will happily arrange this. Don’t forget that class pages on our website contain an overview of this term’s learning.

We’re excited for our Junior Parkrun Takeover this Sunday and hope to see lots of our families there. Please do stop by our refreshments stall and join us in cheering everyone on.

A reminder that our PE dance performances will take place next Thursday at 2.30pm, followed by the school disco straight after school until 5.30pm. Children attending Bicton Buddies that evening will be taken to the disco if they would like to attend, and there is no need to purchase a separate ticket.

The children have thoroughly enjoyed our Give Racism the Red Card today and we have raised a brilliant £180 for the charity! Thank you for all of your support.

Have a lovely weekend,

Mrs Mavin

Thursday 15th October, 2026

Cookery Club – Thursday Lunchtimes

If you would like to book your child onto the Thursday Lunchtime Cookery Club run by Pudding and Pie next half term, please follow the link in the attached letter.

Pudding and Pie – Bicton Autumn Term 2 2026

Monday 12th October, 2026

Adding -ing and -ed

carry

copy

cry

dry

fly

fry

party

reply

try

worry

Friday 9th October, 2026

Birch Class Update

This week we made chocolate cornflake cakes. We then wrote instructions for how to make them. We had to make sure our instructions were clear so other people can understand them. We used sequencers and imperative (bossy) verbs in our work.

As a part of our art lessons, we have been learning about art work created by famous artist Heather Hansen where she creates large pieces of art based on music and dance.

Friday 9th October, 2026

Head of School Message

Dear parents/carers,

It was wonderful to hear that so many families joined us for our Harvest Festival this week. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend, but I have received many positive comments about the children’s excellent contributions and behaviour. The staff were incredibly proud of the children, who represented the school so well through their singing, readings and reflections. Thank you also for your generous donations to Shrewsbury Food Hub. Your kindness will make a real difference to local families in need.

Looking ahead to next week and beyond:

Parent Meetings will take place on Wednesday and Thursday next week. Based on parent feedback, we have moved back to the individual appointment set up. Appointments can be booked directly through the school website.
Wear Red Day will be held on Friday 16th October, alongside a cake sale. Please see the separate post here for full details.
Bicton Park Run Takeover is on Sunday 18th October – details here
On Tuesday 20th October, pupils will take part in an exciting African Mask-Making Workshop. Payment can be made via School Gateway. Please ensure payment is made promptly, as sufficient uptake is needed for the workshop to go ahead.
We are looking forward to our PE Performances for Reception to Year 6 on Thursday 22nd October at 2.30pm. Families are warmly invited to attend and celebrate the children’s achievements.
A reminder that tickets for our Spooky Dance are still available. Please see the separate post here for further details.

Finally, a reminder that school breaks up for half term on Friday 23rd October.

We are also on the hunt for another amazing member of staff to join our team! Please share the link with anyone you think may be interested : EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Bicton Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Shrewsbury, Shropshire | MyNewTerm

Thank you, as always, for your continued support. We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

Mrs Mavin

Friday 9th October, 2026

Junior Park Run Bicton Primary School takeover – 18th October

This is the first time Bicton Primary School has taken over the junior park run. Please come and support the school and the run. Its a lovely event for children and free.

If you need information about the course, parking and start point, please go online:
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/shrewsbury-juniors/

Top tips:

1,) Arrive 8:45am or earlier for a 9:00am start (there will be a fun warm up for a few minutes)
2,) Parking at Julian Friars car park, postcode: SY1 1XL
3,) The run starts the at the Julian Friar end of the park (stop cafe end but higher up and near the tennis courts)
4,) Free and worth registering before hand: need number to give at the end for timing (can be printed out): shrewsburyjunior@parkrun.com
By having a number it helps with safety of running the event and so they can record how may runners took part
5.) It does not have to be a run, you can walk sections or most of it and/ or do. a slow jog. It is just about being active and getting round.
6.) You can go round with your child or watch them from the start/finish line (starts and finishes the same place)

We have 10 marshals from our school community cheering you all the way and will be all the way along the course!!! So lots of familiar faces supporting the event.

We will have a lovely stall with refreshments and cake to help raise money for the play park/adventure area and supported by Friends of Bicton. Please bring change or you can use the QR code to pay on the day.

Please come and support this event, whether you are taking part or cheering fellow friends/children round the track.

Libby Wynne (Bicton Primary school running and being more active fun)

Friday 9th October, 2026

Football Success

This week, a group of Year 3 and 4 pupils proudly represented our school at a football tournament at Bowbrook School. The team showed fantastic enthusiasm, determination and teamwork throughout the event, finishing in an impressive 3rd place overall.

The children performed brilliantly, winning two matches 3-0 and 5-0, drawing one game and narrowly losing two others. Their positive attitude, encouragement of one another and excellent sportsmanship were evident throughout the afternoon.

We are incredibly proud of all the children who took part and the way they represented our school. Well done to the whole team on a fantastic achievement!