As promised, here is the link to the presentation delivered to Y6 parents on Wednesday 25th February which can be found on our Assessment page on the website.

SATs Parents Presentation 2026

Thank you.

Mrs Carvell

The school health team have told us that they have emailed all parents of children in reception and year 6 about the national height and weight program. 

The team will be in school on the afternoon of Thursday 26th February to weigh and measure the height of all children in year 6 and reception. 

More information can be found

On the NHS website - CLICK HERE. 

UK government web site - CLICK HERE

The school's medical team have asked us to share this information with families. 

The National Child Measurement Programme are planning to visit the school soon (26/02/2026) . They have sent an email or letter to you in the post, please check your junk folders and post. If you have not received it, please contact llbd.ncmp@derbyshire.gov.uk to let them know that you have not received an email or letter. Include your child’s name, school, and date of birth. Alternatively, you can call them on 0800 085 2299 (option 2) Any queries please do not hesitate to contact me.

Link with Kolkata and our friends at Scott Lane School
Twelve months ago Mrs. Richardson was in Kolkata, teaching at Scott Lane school. Once again several Derbyshire teachers have flown out to India to work in the pavement schools of Kolkata this January. Despite us not having a teacher fly out to Kolkata this year, Mrs. Richardson has still sent out resources and messages to our friends at Scott Lane. Mrs. Richardson and the children in our 'Kolkata Companions' group also worked to raise £300 on our Christmas jumper day last month to help the pavement children that attend Scott Lane School. 

You are invited to follow this link to see the children at Scott Lane this week using the resources that Mrs. Richardson sent out and that were taken to Scott Lane by Alison and Anita, two staff that organise the annual trip for Derbyshire schools . CLICK HERE. 

You are also invited and encouraged to spend 10 minutes watching this video. This was made by the Cathedral Relief Service (CRS) in Kolkata. It's the CRS that we have links with and that  manage the schools attended by the pavement children. The video explores the lives of three pavement children and helps remind us of how lucky we are to live in Belper. CLICK HERE. 

Update at 6.45am on Friday 9th January 2026

Due to the severe weather conditions, we have made the difficult decision to close today, Friday 9th January 2026. The safety of our children and staff is always our top priority, and given the circumstances, closing—alongside other local schools—is the safest option.

We understand this may cause inconvenience for some families, and we sincerely apologise for that.

Our website will be updated throughout the day, and teachers will be uploading work online to support remote learning.
CLICK HERE

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Mr. Averis

Please see below information about a free RSE webinar for parents and carers of children  and young people with SEND.

‘Talking Together about Relationships and Sex Education’  Tuesday 20 January  2026 10am- 11,15am via Microsoft Team

This is a FREE event for parents of children and young  people with SEND, provided by Derbyshire Parent Carer Voice.

Claire Lightley, a specialist in Relationships and Sex Education, will cover a range of topics including  

1. Understanding Puberty and Body Changes
2. Supporting your child with periods
3. Using clear safe language around body parts and sex
4. Self-stimulation, what’s typical and how to respond
5. Helping your child understand public and private behaviours
6. What to expect as your child gets older
7. Time for group questions plus the option to ask private questions

Bookings can be made using the link below.

Talking Together About Relationships & Sex Education Tickets, Tue, Jan 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

Derbyshire Health Protection team have asked us to share details about how children who missed their flu immunisation vaccine in school on Friday 10th October. 

See the information in the picture below. 

TT Rockstars Holiday Competition
Mrs. Newton, our Maths Lead, has organised one of our popular holiday TT Rockstars competitions! Children can take part during the Christmas break, and it’s always a big hit.

When we return after the holiday, Mrs. Newton will celebrate the winners by awarding certificates and prizes.

All the details you need are in the poster below.

Christmas Events and Information

Annual PTFA Treat
We are delighted to share that children in Year 1 and above will enjoy a PTFA-funded Christmas pantomime in school on the morning of Friday, 12th December. There is no cost for this event. Many thanks to the PTFA fir funding our annual treat.

Nativity Tickets
Each child in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 will receive two tickets per performance. Tickets will be sent home in the coming weeks. Preschool children may attend without a ticket but may need to sit on an adult’s lap. Dates for all nativity plays are listed on the school calendar.
Please note: No tickets are required for the Nursery Nativity on Thursday, 18th December. All parents and carers are welcome. Mrs Gallen will provide further details to nursery families.

Festive Uniform
During the final week of term, children may add festive accessories to their uniform, such as headbands or hair ties. Until then, normal school uniform should be worn.

Christmas Jumper Day
On Wednesday, 17th December, children are invited to wear a Christmas jumper for our Christmas dinner day. We also encourage pupils to earn a little pocket money by helping at home and bring a small donation to support our friends at Scott Lane School in Kolkata.

Carol Concert
Our annual carol concert will take place on Monday, 15th December at 7:00 pm at St Peter’s Church. No tickets are required. All families are warmly invited to join us for this traditional celebration, featuring our school choir and Heage Brass Band.

Christmas Gifts for Staff
We understand the financial pressures many families face and want to reassure you that staff do not expect gifts. Please do not purchase presents for staff. Instead, we encourage you to use any money you might have spent on gifts for your children or donate to a charity of your choice.
This policy will also apply at the end of the school year in July 2026. If you would still like to show appreciation, homemade cards or letters are always welcome and greatly valued.

Christmas Post Office
Children bringing Christmas cards to school can post them in our designated post boxes. Please ensure the recipient’s name and class are clearly written on the envelope.

Christmas Dates

All dates can be found on our online school calendar. CLICK HERE

• Nativity plays
• Nursery and reception Santa visit
• Christmas dinner day and Christmas jumper day
• PTFA Christmas fair
• Carol Concert

Many thanks for all of your support in raising £657.04 last week. We know that more children are still collecting sponsor money for any Challenge 25 activities they may have done as well and are sending this money straight to Pudsey via just giving. 

Thank you

Our Local MP – Mr Jonathan Davies – is inviting Year 5 pupils to design the Christmas card he will use this year.
This card will be sent to hundreds of people, including the King and the Prime Minister.

Theme:
Jonathan would like the design to reflect “Christmas Warmth and Light.”

Entry Rules and Guidelines:

• You must be a Year 5 pupil attending a school in Belper or Milford.
• Designs should be created on A4 paper. They will be reduced to fit the A5 card format.
• Completed entries can be:
  • Posted or hand-delivered to his office:
    Unit 5–6 Heritage Business Centre, Derby Road, Belper, DE56 1SW
  • Scanned and emailed to:
    jonathan.davies.mp@parliament.uk
    by Friday 28th November
  • Delivered to school by Monday 24th November, and we will submit them on your behalf.

Important:
Please write your name and our school’s name clearly on the back of your entry.