Headteacher's Newsletter

Friday 10^th July 2026

Dear Parents,

Headteacher’s Newsletter

A huge thank you to Parker's Garden Centre!

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This week, our children have been making wonderful use of the Light Shine Pavilion, enjoying the welcome shade it provides during the warm weather.

You may also have noticed the beautiful new garden surrounding the pavilion. It has been thoughtfully planted with a variety of shrubs and sensory plants, creating a calm and inviting space filled with colour, texture and wonderful fragrances for our children to enjoy.

We would like to extend our thanks to Parker's Garden Centre for so generously supplying and planting all of the shrubs free of charge. Their kindness and generosity have transformed this area into a beautiful outdoor space that will be enjoyed by our whole school community for many years to come.

Thank you, Parker's Garden Centre, for helping our Light Shine Pavilion truly live up to its name.

School Payments

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Please can payments for school lunches, school clubs and the Sunshine Club be paid so that all payments are made by the end of the academic year. ParentPay

Summer Holiday Club

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We are delighted to share Activity Planners for our Summer Holiday Club, running from Monday 27^th July to Friday 14^th August 2026.

This summer promises to be very exciting, with three action-packed themed weeks full of adventure, creativity, sports, outdoor exploration, baking, crafts, team challenges and unforgettable experiences.

🏆 Week 1: Sports (27^th – 31^st July) - from relay races and tournaments to baking, crafts and picnics, there is something for every young sports enthusiast!

🏴‍☠️ Week 2: Pirates & Treasure (3^rd – 7^th August) - expect treasure maps, pirate training, beach-themed crafts, scavenger hunts, baking and plenty of outdoor fun.

🎉 Week 3: Festivals (10^th – 14^th August) - children will enjoy music, dancing, cooking, science experiments, tie-dye, carnival crafts and our spectacular Colour Festival finale!

Our Holiday Club offers a safe, welcoming and fun environment where children can make new friends, build confidence and create wonderful summer memories. Sessions are always popular, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment. To reserve your child's place, simply log into Famly or email sunshine@stvincentsnursery.com if you need any assistance with your booking.

We can't wait to welcome everyone for another fantastic summer of fun!

Summer Savings

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From 25 June to 1 September 2026, there is a temporary reduction in VAT from 20% to 5% on children's meals in restaurants, children and family tickets to cinemas, theatres, concerts and exhibitions, and admission to a wide range of attractions. Combined with free bus travel during August for children aged 5 to 15 in England, families and young people will be able to enjoy experiences that make summer special, including visits to the kinds of cultural and educational attractions that enrich children's lives outside the classroom. Please take a look at the summer savings for your family.

Find your family’s summer offer — Summer Savings

Raring2go! Altrincham & Sale – Summer 2026 Issue

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We're pleased to share the latest Summer 2026 issue of Raring2go! Altrincham & Sale, a free local magazine for families with primary school-aged children.

The magazine is packed with ideas and information to help you make the most of the summer holidays, including:

• Local family events
• Summer holiday activities
• Holiday clubs
• Tutors
• Recipes
• Puzzles
• And much more!

You can read the digital edition here: https://bit.ly/Raring2goSummer26

We hope you enjoy browsing the magazine and find plenty of inspiration for a fun-filled summer with your family.

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 and spring 2 dates can be seen below:

Summer 2 Dates

We are pleased to share the wide range of exciting events we have planned for this half term and look forward to welcoming you to all the parent events.

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

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