Solebay Newsletter

March 6th 2026

World Book Day 2026

Our school was transformed into a living storybook on World Book Day!

We are bursting with pride at the incredible creativity our pupils brought to school. From the whimsical to the slightly terrifying, the handmade costumes were truly next-level.

We saw a legendary “Chokey” (straight out of Matilda) and a towering Chocolate Factory hat that would make Willy Wonka himself jealous!

A very convincing Mr. Tumnus guided us through the wardrobe, and we were joined by a coven of Wicked Witches from the Wizard of Oz.

The day peaked with a Character Parade, where teachers and pupils alike strutted their stuff to show off their favorite literary heroes and villains.

Thank you to everyone who put so much effort into making reading come to life. It’s been a chapter to remember!

Eid Closure

As you may know, the date of EID is determined by the sighting of the new moon. Therefore, the school will be closed in celebration of Eid on EITHER Thursday 19th or Friday 20th March. We will only be able confirm the date of closure for parents/carers on Wednesday 18th March. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Reminder About Collecting Pupils

Please be reminded that if your child is being collected by somebody other than the parent/carer, you MUST let the admin office know by call or email.

We are not permitted to release a child unless we have received specific consent to do so. Thank you for your co-operation.

Star Pupils!

Nur/Rec

Ziyad – For showing excellent independent literacy skills in writing about his half term break.

Aadam – For displaying amazing maths skills for addition and using the timeline.

1/2 Red

Noah – Noah is star pupil for trying hard to do the right thing and making better choices! Keep it up!

Leon – Leon is star pupil for confidently sharing our Year 1 learning with visitors and speaking clearly and proudly.

2/3 Red

Amelia – For consistently working hard and giving her best effort in every lesson.

Noah – For the effort and care he put into presenting his work so clearly.

3/4 Red

George – George did very well in his D&T test, you should be proud!

Mahidan – Mahdian did really well in maths this week and he did fantastically in his D&T test, well done!

6 Red
Mustabshir – Mustabshir has made great progress in his writing by focusing on his vocabulary and sentence formation. His hard work is clearly showing, as he is now choosing his words more carefully and building stronger sentences.

Ilyas – Ilyas is a kind and caring individual who remains calm in all situations. He is consistently respectful and stays focused on his own tasks, making him a steady and positive presence in any environment.

Cost of Living Help

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Term Dates

Lunch Menus

Reporting Absence

Unauthorised Absences in Term Time

We follow government guidance on term time holidays and we do not authorise pupil holidays during term time. We encourage parents/carers to take their holidays during one of the scheduled holiday breaks.

You can be fined or face legal action for taking your child on holiday during term time.

Read the government guidance

Attendance and Punctuality

It is important for all our pupils to come to school every day and on time! Regular attendance and punctuality helps us learn well in school, make friends and have fun. When we miss school, it is easy to fall behind and miss out on exciting lessons and activities. Poor attendance can also affect our friendships, making it harder to join in class discussions and group projects.

In line with Department for Education guidance we won’t be authorising any holidays during term time, absences that are not illness related will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances. Please book holidays outside of term time, and appointments outside school hours if possible – if not possible then your child should attend school before and after the appointment and we will need to see evidence (hospital, appointment card) to authorise the absence.

Unsung Hero

We often talk about the heart of our school, but today we want to celebrate the man who keeps the “engine” running! This month’s Unsung Hero nomination goes to our incredible caretaker, Baba.

While we are busy learning in our classrooms, Baba is constantly on the move to ensure our school is a safe, clean, and happy place to be. We want to say a huge thank you for:

The Lunchtime Magic: Baba ensures the hall is spotless and the tables are always ready and waiting for us to enjoy our lunch.

Keeping Us Fueled: From making sure every class has their milk and snacks to ensuring the tissue boxes are never empty during sneeze season, he anticipates everything we need before we even have to ask.

The School Fixer: If it’s broken, Baba finds a way to fix it! His hard work keeps our building in tip-top shape every single day.

Baba, thank you for your kindness, your hard work, and for looking after us all. Our school wouldn’t be the same without you!

Captivating melody of music notes and signs on abstract dark background musical banner concept.

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.

Dates for your diary

Easter Holidays

Mon 30th Mar

Inset Closure

Mon 13th Apr

Pupils Return to School

Tue 14th Apr