School News & Events

 
Our Vision

We believe that our children should have the aspiration and opportunity to ‘Live life in all its fullness’ and ‘Shine like stars in the sky’.
 
New this week…
 
Spy Dog book series

 

Please be aware that the website that you are directed to on the cover and back pages of this book and other related books in the ‘spy animal series’ has been compromised and now takes you to a pornographic website. We have checked our school book collections and removed these books, we ask that you do the same at home. Keeping our children safe is always our priority.
 
Threadworms
It has been reported to us that there are cases of Threadworms in school.  Some of the symptoms might not necessarily be as obvious as you think, please have a read of the link below and follow any advice needed.
 
We really appreciate it when families let us know if they are experiencing conditions such as Threadworms as this means we can take precautionary measures in school, for example throwing away any old playdough or sand.  Please continue to advise us, thank you.
 
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/threadworms/
 
Parent Pay
Thank you to all those parents who have already settled their accounts and paid for the relevant clubs and activities this term. However please could we ask that any outstanding payments are settled as soon as possible. 
A reminder that school meals and whizz Kids sessions should have been settled by the end of September.

Harvest
We are getting ready for our harvest celebration in school on Tuesday October 14^th at 2.30pm in the school hall, everyone is welcome. As last year we would like to invite children, families and members of our local community to come and share their harvest experiences with us. Last year we had lots of wonderful examples of what the harvest means to us in our community and some great things were bought into school for us to see. We would like to include as many people within the community as possible, e.g. flower growers, bee keepers, gardeners, farmers, market gardeners, orchardists everyone is welcome! Please get in touch with Mrs Pawson (in person or via email) as soon as possible if you would like to join us or know someone who would. gpawson@kirkbymalzeard.n-yorks.sch.uk
 
Forest School Wednesday – Oak class
This half term Oak will have their forest school sessions EVERY Wednesday. Children need to bring with them appropriate clothing and footwear to be outside all afternoon. They will need long trousers, water proofs and wellies. Please make sure that these items are named.
 
Reminders…
 
Headlice- NITS
We have a significant outbreak of headlice in school, please can we ask everyone to check hair throughout families and treat all cases over the weekend. A reminder that a follow up treatment is needed a week later to ensure all eggs and lice are treated. A nit comb is also advisable to remove dead eggs and lice from hair after treatment. 
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/head-lice-and-nits/
 
Waterproof coats
We have been caught out by showers a few times this week, we like to spend as much time outside as possible, children do need to have a waterproof coat with them every day.
 
Manor Court Parking
Can we ask all parents to avoid parking in Manor Court at drop off and pick up, this is part of a planning agreement which is in place with our school.
 
 
Safeguarding, Health and Wellbeing Updates…
None this week 
 

News from the Wider Community…   Message from Friends Save the date - Friday 17th October! Book sale in the school hall after school at 3.30pm with prices from 50p - £1 We have some fantastic books so come find your new favourite and help raise money for the school! Thank you for your donations of children’s books so far - there is still time to donate!  -Santa mailer.pdf-    -Halloween Trail Poster 2025.pdf-   From The Ripon Concerts Team Hello Ripon families! 👋 We’ve got something special for you — our Ripon Concerts series starts this Sunday, 12 October at 3pm at Holy Trinity Church, and we’d love for you to join us! Enjoy six wonderful Sunday afternoon concerts from October to March, filled with beautiful live music for all ages to enjoy. 🎶 Family Ticket Offer: ✨ FREE for all Under 18s ✨ TWO free adult tickets with every Under 18 ✨ For families living in the HG4 postcode Each concert also features a pre-concert performance by talented local young musicians on our Young Performer’s Platform — a great way to celebrate and support Ripon’s rising stars! 🎵 Want to see what’s coming up? Take a look at our concert brochure to explore the exciting range of performances we have lined up this season. 👉http://bit.ly/4m 🎟️ Get your free tickets here: Tickets for Ripon Concerts It’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon together — all thanks to the support of a generous local sponsor. We hope to see you there!!