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Solebay Newsletter 

September 18th 2026

Pupil Allergies in School

If your child has an allergy, please let us know as soon as possible including any information on EpiPen requirements. In the event that this changes during the year you must also let us know too. We strongly encourage all parent/carers to not send their child to school with any nut products. Please see the Trust Allergy and Safety Policy here.

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School Photos

Carmel Jane Photography will be coming into school on Tuesday 13th October to take the individual pupil photos. All pupils must be in school on this date and come to school dressed in their full school uniform. Thank you.

School Attendance

It is imperative that your child attends school every day so that they do not miss out on vital teaching and learning.

For pupils in Nursery-Year 6, please ensure that your child in their class line at the park at 8.45am every day. If your child is unwell and unable to attend school for any other reason, it is essential that you inform the school admin office by 9am on 020 8980 2414 or email us at info@solebayacademy.org.uk

No After School Clubs on a Friday

Just a reminder that we do not run clubs after school on a Friday, this includes Nazma’s After School Club. Pupils need to collected from the park at 3.30pm sharp as normal. Thank you as always for your cooperation.

Dates for your diary

Nursery & Reception Meet the Teacher
Mon 21st Sep
9.10am
School Photo Day
Tue 13th Oct
Last Day of Term
Fri 23rd Oct
Half Term Break
Mon 26th - Fri 30th Oct
Pupils return to school
Mon 2nd Nov

Star Pupils!

Nur/Rec

Hanifah – For some fantastic name writing in Literacy.
Isa – For tidying and following instructions around the classroom.


Year 1/2

Danyal – For always being on task and helping his peers.

Xavier – Xavi is star pupil for being a positive role model in class for his peers.

 

Year 3/4

Ibadah – Ibadah has been chosen as a star pupil for being an excellent role model and consistently making great choices throughout the week. Her thoughtful actions, positive attitude, and reliability shine through in everything she does.

Abrar – Abrar has been a fantastic role model in class, consistently demonstrating brilliant behaviour and a strong focus on learning. His positive attitude and dedicated approach set a wonderful example for all of his classmates.

 

Year 4/5

Loic – For being an excellent role model for the class and for striving for excellence in all his academic areas.

Eliza D – For settling in well into the new school year, and having a positive attitude in all areas of her learning.

 

Year 6 

Emilia-Rose – Emilia-Rose is kind and polite. She consistently demonstrates excellent manners throughout the school. She is exceptionally thoughtful, always considering the needs of others and actively looking for ways to support her classmates. Well done, Emilia-Rose!

Shiloh – Shiloh approaches school life with enthusiasm, kindness, and strong values. She is genuinely thoughtful toward others and consistently makes positive, responsible choices in class. Well done, Shiloh!

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Are you signed up to our My Child at School app?

This is our way to communicate and share important news. All texts and emails that we send out now go straight to the mcas app.

To sign up, please go to https://www.mychildatschool.com/MCAS/MCSParentSignUp
If you are having difficulty signing up or using the app, please speak to the admin team or email us at: info@solebayacademy.org

Find out more

Cost of Living Help

Tower Hamlets have produced a guide to the help and support available for Tower Hamlets residents during the cost of living crisis, get your copy and find out more about what you can claim, how you can save money, free services and more.

Download it here
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Unsung Heroes

The unsung heroes this week are Nazma B and Farzana for their outstanding leadership on our read/write programme for our pupils.

Pupil Privacy Notice

We have recently updated the Paradigm Pupil Privacy Notice, which explains how we use the personal data we hold about our pupils and their families in line with GDPR. Please take the time to read it and familiarise yourself with your options.

Read it here
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Get musical!

Did you know we offer instrumental lessons to children in Years 3-6?

Our team of tutors offer lessons in:

  • Piano
  • Singing
  • Flute
  • Clarinet
  • Trumpet
  • Drums
  • Guitar

These lessons are at a subsidised fee that is payable through the MCAS app! Please ask at the office for more information.

LATE COLLECTION OF PUPILS

Some pupils are regularly being collected late from the office after school instead of the park. We understand that occasionally parents/carers may unexpectedly be late. However if you regularly arrive late to collect, we will send your child to after school club and you will be expected to pay the £7.50 charge for this club. Thank you for your cooperation.