Friday 24th October, 2025

Head of School Message

Dear parents/carers,

We have made it to the end of the first half term! And finished off with an extremely busy week full of hard work, parent meetings and dance performances! A huge thank you to those of you who came to meet with your child’s class teacher this week to see how they have settled in. If you were not able to attend, please contact your child’s class teacher via admin@bicton.shropshire.sch.uk and they will arrange a catch up with you.

We would be very grateful if parents/carers are able to spare a few minutes to complete our survey: Parent/Carer Survey Autumn 2025. This helps us to know what we are doing well, and what we can do better on and we truly value all of your input.

Have a lovely week and we will look forward to welcoming the children back on Tuesday 4th November.

Mrs Mavin

Friday 24th October, 2025

Consultation on Updated RSHE Policy – September 2026 Implementation

Dear Parents and Carers,

We are writing to inform you of an important update regarding the Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) curriculum. In July 2025, the Department for Education issued revised statutory guidance on RSHE, which will come into effect from September 2026.

In response to this change, our school has developed a draft RSHE policy that reflects the new government requirements while remaining sensitive to the needs and values of our school community. A copy of the draft policy is now available to view on the school website: Policies and School Development

As part of our commitment to working in partnership with families, we will be holding a parent/carer consultation during the week commencing 10th November 2025. This will take the form of an online questionnaire, which will be sent to you directly by the school.

Your feedback is vital in helping us shape a policy that reflects our shared values and supports our pupils effectively. We would greatly appreciate your time in reviewing the draft and providing your thoughts.

Thank you for your continued support.

Yours sincerely,

Mrs Mavin

Friday 24th October, 2025

News from the Severn Loop

Dear Friends,

As we begin our season of remembrance, we are holding a Pet Memorial Service at Albrighton Church at 3pm on Sunday (26th October, followed by refreshments). Our service will include an opportunity to give thanks for our deceased non-human companions whom we’ve loved and cared for down the years. All are most welcome, and if you’ like to, you could bring a photo of the pet/s you are remembering. We hope that our time together will be a source of comfort to all who mourn the loss of an animal companion.

Please note, this isn’t a ‘Pet service’, so we’re only expecting humans to attend! Albrighton Church is opposite the Albrighton Hall Hotel, and there is parking- just after you pass the church on your right, turn immediately right and then right again, and you’ll go down a track to the carpark.

With blessings,

Hannah x

Friday 24th October, 2025

Reading The Game Champions!

Birch class had their last reading the game session with Coach Neil from Shrewsbury Town Football Club this week. All children managed to secure themselves a win in the RTG Champions league final! Over the half term children have enjoyed a wide range of reading and writing activities including writing persuasive letters, recounts and even submitting designs for a new Shrewsbury Town kit!

Friday 24th October, 2025

Skipping Workshop – Thursday 13th November

Dear Parents/Carers

We are delighted to let you know that we have been able to secure a Skipping Workshop for all children on the afternoon of Thursday 13th November 2025.

The talented skipping experts from Skipping Workshops will be visiting our school to demonstrate and teach a variety of modern and traditional skipping games. This promises to be a fun, active, and engaging experience for all pupils, and we are very excited to welcome them.

Please go to the below website, which includes details about optional skipping rope purchases. Ropes will be available to buy via their website or after school on the day.

www.skipping-workshops.co.uk

To help cover the cost of the workshop, we kindly ask for a voluntary donation of £2.00 per child. A payment option has been set up on School Gateway, and we would appreciate it if donations could be made by Friday 7th November 2025.

Thank you for your continued support.

Mr Andrews – PE Lead

Wednesday 22nd October, 2025

After School Clubs – Autumn Term 2nd Half

Clubs Letter Autumn Term 2 2025

Wednesday 22nd October, 2025

Poppy Appeal – 2025

The school office are selling poppies and other British Legion merchandise to support The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. The suggested donations are between 50p and £1.50.

Monday 20th October, 2025

Dance Workshops – Half Term

Thriller Dance workshops with I Can Dance Shrewsbury

Bring the family together this Halloween and learn the legendary moves from Michael Jackson’s Thriller! Join Sarah Bright from ‘I Can Dance Shrewsbury’ for two fun and spooky Thriller Dance Workshops in Shrewsbury — perfect for all ages and abilities.

Thriller Family Fun Workshop

Parents and caregivers are invited to dance side-by-side with their children for a truly memorable Halloween experience. Expect to dig out your best zombie walk and learn simple but signature choreography from this legendary dance!

Date: Friday, 31st October
Session 1: 12:45–1:45 pm
Session 2: 2:00–3:00 pm
Venue: Radbrook Community Centre, Shrewsbury
Open to: Adults & children aged 6–12
Dress Code: Zombie fancy dress!
Tickets from £15
No dance experience needed — just bring your best zombie moves!

Thriller Masterclass Workshop

Learn the full ‘Thriller’ choreography from the groundbreaking music video in this 2-hour group workshop. Choreography will be clearly broken down for a fun and unforgettable dance evening!