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Newsletter 13/02/2026

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Dear Parents, Carers and Families,

Welcome to our latest newsletter.

We’ve made it to the final week of term — and what a few weeks it has been! From pirates, phonics and pancakes to fantastic dance and craft sessions across the school, it has certainly been a busy and joyful start to 2026.

We have loved seeing the creativity, engagement and enthusiasm in every corner of the school. There’s been such a wonderful buzz around learning and enrichment activities, and we’re looking forward to sealing the term in style by putting our dancing shoes back on for our Valentine’s discos on Friday!

Alongside all the fun and memorable moments for our pupils, this half-term has also included valuable staff development. We’ve topped up Team Teach training for our new staff and spent time focusing on teaching and learning strategies, including the effective deployment of Teaching Assistants. Investing in our team ensures we continue to provide the very best provision for our learners.

What an enjoyable and eventful first half-term it has been. A huge thank you to our incredible staff who work tirelessly to ensure our students receive the very best offer every single day. Thank you to our wonderful students for being adaptable, positive and such a pleasure to work with. And thank you to you — our families, parents and carers — for believing in us and working in partnership with us to make this term such a success.

We now look forward to a well-earned break and, hopefully, some sunshine and blue skies next half-term!

Ruth & Jodie

Headteacher & Deputy Headteacher

Apples Class:

This half-term we have enjoyed a wonderful range of learning experiences. The children explored activities from our phonics sessions, building confidence with sounds and early reading skills. We also brought the story Handa’s Surprise to life through engaging, hands-on learning. Our sensory tuff trays were a big hit, encouraging curiosity, creativity and exploration through play. In addition, the children loved taking part in Moving to Learn, keeping active while developing coordination, focus and listening skills. It has been a fun, busy and enriching few weeks for everyone!

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Sycamore Class:

We have been looking at floating and sinking in sycamore. We have built our own boats and tested them. We even added mini figures and animals to check they were seaworthy. This is based on our class story Jack and the Flum Flum Tree.

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Cedar Class: 

This half term Cedar class have been learning about Oceans and Seas. We have been exploring different senses linked to the Ocean through 'jobs at sea', History linked to Cornish Pirates and learning which animals live in the sea. Through these activities learners build strong links to the world around them whilst engaging with exciting and thought-provoking props. 

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Willows Class: 

"Ahoy! This half term our crew of clever deckhands have been busy using their positional and directional language to ready their ship, the Willow Pig, to set sail! We have swabbed the decks forwards and backwards, hoisted the sails up and dropped them down, steered the ship to the left and the right and looked for land near and far. Once we were ready to set sail, everyone walked the plank and rowed the lifeboat back to shore!"

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Maple Class:

Maple Class have had a very busy and exciting half-term. The students have enjoyed lots of opportunities for making and exploring, especially while discovering a range of different ways to move. We have also had a wonderful time taking part in swimming, music, and our sessions in the sensory studio, which have been enjoyed by everyone. It has been a fun and active half-term, and we are very proud of all the students enthusiasm and achievements.

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16th-20th February – Half Term 

12th March- Coffee Morning 10:30am

Friday 3rd April (Good Friday) 17th April - Easter holidays 

Monday 20th April – Pupils return to school

Monday 4th May – Early May Bank Holiday

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Information:

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For more support around internet safety please visit: 

  • UKSIC Resources for schools: https://saferinternet.org.uk/safer-internet-day/safer-internet-day-2026/education-resources
  • UKSIC webinars: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiwoVy4yOkj5MbeiqtttXpTAMV6UMq7Xm
  • BBC Safer Internet Day 2026 – Live Lesson (KS2) - https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/live-lessons/articles/zcbhdnb#zx9vmbk
  • LGfL Parent Online Safety Presentation: https://lgfl.net/safeguarding/safer-internet-day
  • Resources from Webwise: https://www.webwise.ie/saferinternetday/

 

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Come together with our community at EFGI Church for Courageous Hearts, a warm and welcoming gathering designed especially for individuals with special needs of all ages and their families.

?Join us on February 19th from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM for an afternoon filled with joy, connection, encouragement, and meaningful moments as we celebrate every courageous heart.

?This event is a safe and inclusive space where everyone is valued, supported, and celebrated. Families, caregivers, and friends are invited to come alongside and enjoy this time of togetherness.

Bring your smiles, your hearts, and your willingness to connect.

We can’t wait to welcome you, are you ready to celebrate courageous hearts?

EFGI Church, Station Road,
Pool, Redruth, TR15 3QJ

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