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Solebay Newsletter 

October 9th 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.

SCHOOL CLOSED ON MONDAY 2ND NOVEMBER

Please note that the school will be closed to pupils on Monday 2nd November due to staff inset. All pupils are expected to be back in school the following day – Tuesday 3rd November. Thank you.

Black History Month - Get Involved!

We are inviting all pupils to participate in a home learning project this October.

Each year Black History Month provides a fantastic opportunity for us to celebrate the outstanding contributions that people of African and Caribbean descent have made in the UK over many generations.

We want children to research and create a presentation about an influential black figure of their choice.

Find out more 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

Winter Movie Night
Tue 1st Dec
3.45pm - 5.30pm
Winter Concert 2026
Thu 17th Dec
2.00pm
Last Day of Term
Fri 18th Dec
Christmas Holidays
Fri 18th - Sun 3rd Jan
Staff Inset Days (no pupils in school)
Mon 4th Jan
Pupils Return to School
Tue 5th Jan

Parent/Carer Coffee Morning

Please join us for our coffee morning for parents/carers on Tuesday 20th October at 9:10am. We look forward to seeing you there!

Star Pupils!

Nur/Rec

Noa – For fantastic listening and helping around the classroom at tidy up time.
Israa – For trying hard and having a go at writing during Literacy.


Year 1/2

Farida – Farida has settled very well into Year 2 and is always trying her best in everything she does. Well done Farida!

Aadam – For working hard and trying his best in Read Write. Keep it up!

 

Year 3/4

Izyan – Izyan earned star pupil honours by working exceptionally hard and showing great determination when rounding numbers in maths.

Rizwana – Rizwana is our star pupil for putting fantastic effort and creativity into writing her poem this week.

 

Year 4/5

Danyal – For his enthusiasm and readiness to learn in all his lessons.

Nuha – For her eagerness towards her favourite activities, especially in flexi class.

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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 hero this week is 3/4 teacher Naseem for joining the Solebay team and settling in really well to our school. Welcome and well done Naseem!

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.