Forestdale Primary School
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Latest News
Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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School Closed Due to Snow
Thu 09 Mar 2023For safety reasons school will be closed today, Thursday 9th March 2023 due to the snow and ice conditions. Times Tables Rock Stars will now take place on Monday 13th March.
We are hoping school will be open tomorrow - please look at the website for updates.
Thank you for all your support
Mr Foster
Headteacher
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Strike Action - School Closed Wednesday February 1st
Thu 26 Jan 2023I can now confirm that due to industrial action I have no choice but to close the school on Wednesday February 1st. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Thank you for your support
Mr Foster
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Strike Action
Wed 18 Jan 2023I know some of you are asking about the strike action on the following dates:
Wednesday 1st February
Wednesday 1st March
Wednesday 15th March
Thursday 16th March
We should know more by next week and will keep you informed with regards to any action the school will have to take.
Mr Foster
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Happy Christmas!
Mon 19 Dec 2022What a last couple of weeks at Forestdale. We had a visit from Santa, a coffee afternoon with parents, Christmas Fete, three performances, various raffles....I think we were just missing a partridge in a pear tree. We wish all our community a safe and merry Christmas break!
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IMPORTANT ADVICE - STREP A
Fri 09 Dec 2022What are scarlet fever and Strep A?
Scarlet fever is caused by bacteria called Group A streptococci (Strep A). The bacteria usually cause a mild infection that can be easily treated with antibiotics.
In very rare occasions, the bacteria can get into the bloodstream and cause an illness called invasive Group A strep (iGAS).
What are the symptoms of Strep A/scarlet fever?
Strep A infections can cause a range of symptoms that parents should be aware of, including:
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Fever
- A fine, pinkish or red body rash with a sandpapery feel
- On darker skin the rash can be more difficult to detect visually but will have a sandpapery feel
If a child becomes unwell with these symptoms, please advise parents to contact their GP practice or contact NHS 111 (which operates a 24/7 service) to seek advice.
If a child has scarlet fever, advise they stay at home until at least 24 hours after the start of antibiotic treatment to avoid spreading the infection to others.
As parents you must trust your own judgement and if their child seems seriously unwell call 999 or go to A&E if:
- a child is having difficulty breathing – you may notice grunting noises or their tummy sucking under their ribs
- there are pauses when a child breathes
- a child’s skin, tongue or lips are blue
- a child is floppy and will not wake up or stay awake.
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OFSTED report has been published
Wed 30 Nov 2022We have now received the final version of the Ofsted report which has graded us as a GOOD school - please go to Key Information to read a copy or request a printed copy from the office.
I would like to thank all of the children, staff and parents for our positive feedback!
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Severn Trent Water Visit
Fri 11 Nov 2022Severn Trent Water visited Forestdale and spoke to KS2 about the importance of hydration and the impact of plastics on the environment. The workshops were very interactive, and we all made a commitment to drinking plenty of tap water and to recycle any plastics we use.
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Ofsted Visit
Wed 09 Nov 2022Thank you for all your support during the Ofsted visit before half term. We are waiting for the final report and will then share it with your all.
As always it was lovely to hear the children talk about their learning with confidence and enthusiasm.
Mr Foster
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FRIENDS OF FORESTDALE - WE NEED YOU!
Sun 16 Oct 2022We are delighted that some of the parents have said they are interested in supporting the school with events. This will really help the school arrange more activities for the children and raise funds. If you are interested in helping, please see Mrs Hill or Mr Foster on the gate :-)
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Library visits
Fri 07 Oct 2022This week Nursery, Year 4, 5 and 6 have all made a trip to Frankley Library and enjoyed listening to stories and exploring the library facilities.
Fingers crossed lots of children will take an adult from home to join the library and enjoy some of the fantastic books!!
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