Headteacher's Newsletter
Friday 12th June 2026
Dear Parents,
Headteacher’s Newsletter
Welcome back to school. I hope you enjoyed the sunshine during the half-term break. This half term, the children will have many exciting opportunities and experiences to look forward to. Please see the activities and important dates listed at the end of this newsletter.
International Mass
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This week, we celebrated a beautiful International Mass. Children shared prayers and readings in their home languages before translating them into English. It was lovely to see our school community united in diversity, with every language, culture, and tradition valued and celebrated. The Mass was a beautiful reminder that we are all part of one community, learning from and supporting one another.
Year 3 Celebration Mass
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We are looking forward to welcoming Year 3 parents to the Celebration Mass on Thursday 18 June at 9:15am in the Junior Department Hall. This will be a chance to mark the children’s sacramental journey and see them once again in their First Holy Communion outfits. Photographs will be taken to commemorate this special occasion.
National Recognition for St Vincent’s Nursery
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Last Friday, members of the St Vincent’s Nursery team attended the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) Awards Ceremony at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, where they were honoured to receive the Excellence in Additional Needs Award.
This achievement is particularly special as St Vincent’s Nursery was shortlisted as one of only three settings from across the UK in this category. To be recognised among such outstanding providers was a tremendous accomplishment, and the team were delighted to be announced as the national winners.
The award recognises the exceptional commitment, expertise and dedication of our staff in ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. It reflects our inclusive ethos, our strong partnerships with families and professionals, and the high-quality provision we strive to deliver every day.
The judges praised the nursery’s “strong focus on removing barriers, nurturing independence and truly understanding each child as an individual, celebrating their strengths, interests, communication styles and sensory needs.”
We are incredibly proud of this national recognition, which highlights the positive impact of the nurseries commitment to providing the very best support for all children. Congratulations and thanks to the entire Nursery team for this magnificent achievement!
What Your Child Will Learn This Term
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Would you like to learn more about what your child is learning at school? The links to our year group curriculum plans can be found below. These plans outline the key themes and topics your child will be exploring throughout the year.
We value working in partnership with families to support every child's learning. If you have any questions about the curriculum or would like advice on how best to support your child at home, please do not hesitate to speak with your child's teacher. We are always happy to help.
Reception curriculum newsletter
Year 5 Parent Meeting
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This is a reminder for the Year 5 parent meeting on Thursday 18 June at 6pm in the junior department hall. Representatives from Blessed Thomas Holford, St Ambrose and Loreto will present information about their school and talk through arrangements for open days and examination days. This is an important meeting, and all parents are encouraged to attend.
Sports Day
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We are looking forward to Sports Day next week! We have lots of exciting activities planned and are eager to celebrate the important role that health and fitness play in children's development.
The day will begin with our traditional opening gymnastics routine, and we are praying for good weather to help make the event a success.
Please ensure your child comes to school with:
- A named water bottle
- Their full PE kit
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you on the field. Please see the dates and times on the dates list below.
School Uniform Orders
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If you wish to place an order for school uniform for delivery in July, please ensure your order is submitted by Tuesday 30th June. Uniform orders will be available for collection from the school office on Wednesday 15th July. Ordering by the deadline will help ensure that uniforms are ready for collection before the end of term. If you have any questions regarding school uniform, please contact the school office.
M&D Magazine
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Click here to read your copy of the Summer-2026 issue.
Whole School Dates List
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The key dates have been set for the academic year. On the list, you will see the date, event and location. The full list can be seen on this link St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Trafford: Key School Events and Dates.
Attendance and Punctuality Reminders
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If you have any concerns or need support with your child’s attendance, please do not hesitate to contact the school office to request a call back from our pastoral team. We are here to help and work in partnership with families.
Please note that holidays in term time are not authorised. Before booking any trips, we ask parents to check our term dates to ensure holidays are arranged within the designated school breaks.
You can view the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 term dates here:
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Trafford: Term Dates and Times of the School Day
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Please see below the attendance percentages for last week.
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We warmly welcome parents to ask about school life. Your first point of contact is your class teacher. In addition, Mrs Farrell (infant deputy) and Mrs Sutton (junior deputy) and I are available to work in partnership with you to support your child’s learning and wellbeing. We value open communication and welcome all to work together for the benefit of all our pupils.
Yours sincerely,
Mrs A Harrop
Headteacher
@StVincentsPr
