Thursday 8th January, 2026

Adverse Weather Update

Dear parents/carers,
Due to the current weather forecast, we may need to fully or partially close the school tomorrow. Many local schools have already made the decision to close.
Several of our staff members travel a considerable distance and the conditions may cause significant staffing challenges. In addition, Shropshire Council has confirmed that all school transport will be cancelled tomorrow, which will impact pupil attendance and our ability to run safely.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely throughout the afternoon and will make a final decision by early this evening. As always, the safety of pupils and staff remains our highest priority.
We will update you through our usual communication channels as soon as a decision is made.
Thank you for your understanding and support.

Mrs Mavin

Wednesday 7th January, 2026

Fun in the snow!

Willow class were delighted to return to a snow-covered playground on their first day back at school. They enjoyed playing in the snow, building snowmen and making snowballs. It was a memorable start to the new term.

Tuesday 6th January, 2026

Mad Viking raids Bicton!

A Viking skald ( a Norse bard) raided Maple Class on the first day of this spring term for the children’s ideas on synonyms as they began new work in English on Viking kennings (two word riddles) and spells.

He told them about what Vikings were (raiders from Scandinavia) and the legacy they left behind in Britain. He shared two spells from Odin’s Edda – one of the great collections of Norse poems.

Friday 19th December, 2025

Extra Curricular Clubs Spring 2026

After school clubs available to book via School Gateway:

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iRock is coming to Bicton! If you think your child would like being part of a rock band, read the letter and sign up!

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Friday 19th December, 2025

Head of School Message

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we come to the end of a long and busy Autumn term, I want to take a moment to thank you for your incredible support over the last term. Your kind words, thoughtful cards, and generous gifts mean so much to all of us here at Bicton. It’s a privilege to work in partnership with you for the benefit of our children. This term, we also say a very special farewell to Mrs Ball, who is retiring after years of dedicated service in education and the last 18 months supporting us at Bicton. Her guidance has helped shape Bicton into the wonderful school we are and we wish her every happiness as she begins this exciting new chapter—especially with the arrival of her first grandchild, due on Christmas Day! On a personal note, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our incredible staff. Their absolute commitment and dedication to our children, the strong relationships they build, and the care they show every single day make Bicton such a special place. I am truly grateful for all they do. Wishing you all a joyful Christmas filled with peace and happiness. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, 6th January 2026.

Warm regards, Mrs Mavin Head of School

Friday 19th December, 2025

Award winners!

Congratulations to this week’s award winners!

Frankie- for persevering during the Autumn term in Maths and English.

Lucas- for kindness, respect and joy.

Chloe- for great perseverance in her D and T.

Joshua- demonstrating our school values every single day.

Harper- for working hard all term and settling into her new school so well.

Jude- for persevering during PE and at break.

Congratulations to our House Dojo Champion this term ……….Owen!

And to our Dojo Champions from each class – well done all of you!

Wednesday 17th December, 2025

Year 1’s fieldwork

Year 1 have been busy geographers, investigating the question: ‘What is the most common house type on Bicton Lane?’ To find out, they headed outdoors for some hands-on fieldwork! Armed with an ipad and tally charts, the children took photos of different houses, counted each type and recorded their findings.

Tuesday 16th December, 2025

Whole school worship by Worship Council

Very well done to Worship Council for planning and leading a whole school worship. They told the story of ‘Daniel and the Lion’s Den’ and clearly explained how Daniel’s story demonstrates our school value- perseverance.

Friday 12th December, 2025

Panto!

We all had a wonderful time at our annual trip to the Theatre Severn Pantomime. A particular highlight was our very own George E being invited up on stage at the end of the show!

Friday 12th December, 2025

Shropshire Panathlon Bowling

This week, some students attended the North Shropshire Panathlon Ten Pin Bowling event at Hollywood Bowl. It was so lovely to see such joy on all of the children’s faces as well as so many strikes and spares being bowled!