Goldthorn Park Primary School News
- rpurshouse
- Sep 26
- 4 min read
Friday 26th September 2025
Headteacher's Message
Dear Parents and Carers,
We’ve had a fantastic week of learning and celebration across the school!
Today, we joined schools across Europe in celebrating European Day of Languages. Pupils enjoyed exploring different languages and cultures through songs, storytelling, and creative activities. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and appreciation for the rich diversity around us.
We’re also looking forward to a busy and exciting week ahead:
Our Year 6 pupils are preparing for their residential trip, where they’ll take part in outdoor adventures, team-building activities, and create lasting memories.
Years 2 and 3 will be heading to the theatre for a live performance that links beautifully with their current learning.
Year 2 will also enjoy a special visit from a children’s illustrator, offering a hands-on creative experience to inspire their storytelling and artistic skills.
A huge thank you to all our parents and carers for your continued support—whether it’s helping with homework, attending events, or simply encouraging your child’s learning journey. Your involvement makes a real difference, and we truly value the partnership we share.
Kind Regards,
Mrs R. Purshouse
Headteacher
Welcome to this Year’s Reading Champions!
We are delighted to introduce our new Reading Champions, who will be helping to share their love of reading across the school. Throughout the year, they will take on the exciting role of organising reading events, promoting books, and encouraging everyone to discover the joy of reading.
At Goldthorn Park, we believe that reading is at the heart of learning – and with the support of our champions, we know this year will be filled with wonderful reading opportunities for all.
Mr Rawlinson
(Year 6 teacher & English Lead)
✨ Goldthorn Park Loves to Read! ✨
Attendance Matters...
Regular attendance at school is vital for every child’s learning and development. Research shows a clear link between low attendance and lower academic achievement. At Goldthorn Park Primary School, we are committed to supporting all our children and their families to ensure pupils are in school, on time, every day.
If you have any concerns about your child’s attendance, please contact the school so we can work together to provide support. Attendance below 96% is considered low, and children with attendance below 90% are classed as Persistently Absent. Let’s work together to give every child the best chance to succeed.
Please find our most recent Attendance Newsletter here:https://www.goldthornpark.org.uk/post/autumn-newsletter-2025
Ms Tolley
Assistant Headteacher & Attendance Lead
Whole School | 92.73% ^ |
Year Group | Attendance % |
Reception | 96.12% Above 96% Well Done! |
Year 1 | 87.45% ^ |
Year 2 | 91.52% ^ |
Year 3 | 94.61% ^ |
Year 4 | 92.18% |
Year 5 | 94.11% |
Year 6 | 93.82% ^ |
Autumn Term 2025 Term Time: Monday 1st September 2025 - Friday 19th December 2025
Monday 1st September 2025 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
Tuesday 2nd September 2025 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
Monday 29th September 2025 - Year 2 & Year 3 Visit
Tuesday 30th September 2025 - Year 3 Illustrator workshop
Wednesday 1st October 2025 - Friday 3rd October 2025 Year 6 residential
Thursday 2nd October 2025 - Rock Steady Music sessions
Thursday 9th October 2025 - Y3:25 Year 6 SATs and Year 7 Admissions Parent Meeting
Thursday 9th October 2025 - Rock Steady Music sessions
Thursday 9th October 2025 - Year 6 Parent Meeting - Secondary School Applications
Tuesday 14th October 2025 - Year 5 Trip
Wednesday 15th October 2025 - Year 1 Phonics Workshop Class 3: 9:00am/ Class 4: 2:15pm
Thursday 16th October 2025 - Rock Steady Music sessions
Monday 20th October 2025 - Author Event
Tuesday 21st October 2025 - Reception Parents Reading Workshop 9:00am
Tuesday 21st October 2025 - Nursery Parents Reading Workshop 10:45am/ 2:30pm
Tuesday 21st October 2025 - Parents Evening #1
Wednesday 22nd October 2025 - Diwali Celebration Day
Wednesday 22nd October 2025 - Parents Evening #2
Thursday 23rd October 2025 - Rock Steady Music sessions
Autumn Half Term - Monday 27th October - Friday 31st October 2025
Friday 7th November 2025 - Year 3 Trip
Friday 7th November 2025 - EYFS Bonfire Day
Friday 7th November 2025 - The Butterfly Lands Musical performance
Tuesday 11th November 2025 - Reception Parent Workshop 9:00 - 10:00
Wednesday 12th November 2025 - Flu Vaccination
Wednesday 19th November 2025 - Photograph Day
Friday 21st November 2025 - Year 6 Trip
Tuesday 25th November 2025 - EYFS Inspiration Day - The Royal Ball
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 - Year 4 Trip
Tuesday 2nd December 2025 - Flu Vaccination Catch-up
Spring Term 2026 Term Time: Monday 5th January 2026 - Friday 27th March 2026
Spring Half Term Holiday - Monday 16th February - Friday 20th February 2026
Monday 23rd February 2026 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
Summer Term 2026 Term Time: Monday 13th April 2026 - Monday 20th July 2026
Monday 4th May 2026 - Bank Holiday school CLOSED to children.
Half Term Holiday Monday 25th May 2026 - Friday 29th May 2026
Friday 19th June 2026 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
Monday 21st July 2026 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
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