St. John's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
Weekly News - 23.10.26
Headteacher Blog and Weekly News
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*New* Year Group Newsletters Autumn 2
Brand new to St. John's this year!
Staff have been working really hard to produce an Autumn 2 Newsletter for
parents and children.
Watch this space!
Important Messages
Whole School Photograph
Dear Parent/Carer,
It’s time to find a spot on the mantelpiece or a space on the wall, as I’m delighted to let you know that your recent group photograph is now ready to view and purchase at the following link - https://htmp.st/WSG-28X8-33DACAAA9A
We offer a free “deliver to school” option that is open for approximately 14 days, alternatively, home delivery is available at a cost of £5 postage and packing.
If you need assistance or have any questions regarding placing an order, please call 01736 751555 (option 3) or click on the “contact” button on our website home page (htempest.co.uk) where their friendly team will be happy to help.
Individual and Sibling Photographs
A reminder that on Thursday 5th November Tempest Photography will be in school for the individual and sibling photos.
These will take place at school time between 9:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and we hope will make the perfect Christmas gift for loved ones.
Harvest Festival 2026
A huge thank you for all the harvest contributions which will be distributed to Padley and Hope for Belper in the coming days.
Flu Immunisations
A reminder of information from the flu immunisation team confirming this year's arrangements.
The arrangements are as follows:
Parents will be contacted directly by the immunisation team via email/text with the link to give consent.
From 2nd November parents will start to receive this email/text.
Parents will need to select St Johns CofE Primary and Nursery as the school is on the list under its full name.
Parents are advised to check spam/junk emails.
The flu immunisation team will be attending on 23rd November 2026.
The South East Derbyshire Music Centre Guitar Day
We have been asked to share this opportunity with you for all Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele and Bass Guitar Players
South East Derbyshire Music Centre is running a special Guitar Day on Saturday 7 November, giving young musicians the chance to experience playing as part of a large band with other like-minded players from across the local area.
This FREE event will run as two separate sessions, so players can take part at a level that suits them best.
You can apply for your child's secondary school place until the deadline of midnight on 31 October 2026. Use the link below to be directed to the Derbyshire website.
