School News 12th December 2025
- rpurshouse
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
Friday 12th December 2025
Headteacher's Message
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are all incredibly proud of our pupils for their many outstanding achievements this term.
Last week we celebrated a huge achievement when our football team secured their first win — an impressive 6-1 victory against Springvale Primary. What a fantastic start! Goldthorn's 6–1 Victory!
Our School Council representatives also did us proud when they attended the Mayor’s Parlour Christmas Party, where they were commended for their excellent behaviour and manners. They truly represented Goldthorn Park brilliantly. A Magical Afternoon at the Mayor’s Christmas Party!
Our children showed commitment to their fitness by smashing the 1 mile Santa dash last Friday. Santa Dash 2025!
I must also celebrate the incredible talent showcased in our Christmas performances. The KS1 production of Baamy Bethlehem Barmy Bethlehem was full of wonderful acting, singing, and dancing, and our Year 5 & 6 performance of Bah Humbug! was equally spectacular. The hard work and creativity of our pupils shone through in every moment.
Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all our parents, friends, and families for your continued support in making these events such a success. Your encouragement and involvement mean so much to us and to the children.
Wishing you all a joyful festive season!
Warm regards,
Mrs R. Purshouse
Headteacher
Early Years Farm Visit & Special Guest
Early Years had an amazing afternoon on Tuesday when the farm came to visit — and brought along a very special Christmas guest! The children were thrilled to meet a variety of animals up close and learn all about them. It was a fun, hands-on experience that sparked curiosity and created plenty of happy smiles.
Year 4 had a fantastic day exploring Dudley Canal and Caverns!
The children enjoyed a range of exciting activities, including a boat ride through the caverns, hands-on workshops, and a visit to a floating museum. They learned fascinating facts about the Industrial Revolution, the importance of the canal network for trade, and even picked up valuable lessons about water safety. It was a day full of discovery and adventure!
Staff were extremely impressed with the pupils’ behaviour throughout the trip. They listened attentively, showed great respect, and represented Goldthorn Park to the highest standard. Their enthusiasm for learning and excellent manners were commented on by everyone involved — a real credit to our school!
Attendance Matters...
Regular attendance is vital for every child’s learning, progress, and overall development. Research shows that pupils who attend school consistently achieve stronger academic results and lay the foundations for future success.
At Goldthorn Park Primary School, we are dedicated to working in partnership with families to ensure that every child is in school, on time, every day. Next week, you will receive information about your child’s current attendance percentage. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact the school — we’re here to offer help and support.
Important information:
Attendance below 96% is considered low.
Pupils with attendance below 90% are classed as Persistently Absent.
Let’s continue working together to give every child the best possible opportunity to thrive.
Ms Tolley
(Assistant Headteacher & Attendance Lead)
Whole School | 93.98% |
Year Group | Attendance % |
Reception | 95.30% |
Year 1 | 92.93% |
Year 2 | 93.29% |
Year 3 | 94.05% |
Year 4 | 93.67% |
Year 5 | 94.79% |
Year 6 | 94.07% |
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
Autumn Half Term - Monday 27th October - Friday 31st October 2025
Thursday 18th December 2025 - Rocksteady Concert 10am
Thursday 18th December 2025 - Year 6 Trip
Friday 19th December 2025 - Break up for Christmas Holiday at 3:15pm.
Spring Term 2026 Term Time: Monday 5th January 2026 - Friday 27th March 2026
Wednesday 7th January 2026 - Year 5 Romans workshop
Wednesday 7th January 2026 - Big Schools' Birdwatch begins
Tuesday 13th January 2026 - Year 5 Tabletop Cricket with Staffordshire County Cricket
Tuesday 13th January 2026 - Year 5 Dance Leadership Workshop
Tuesday 20th January 2026 - Year 4 PCSO workshop Anti-Social Behaviour & Criminal Responsibility
Wednesday 21st January 2026 - Year 5 PCSO workshop Anti-Social Behaviour & Criminal Responsibility
Thursday 27th January 2026 - Year 6 PCSO workshop County Lines & Knife Awareness
Wednesday 28th January 2026 - Year 3 Greek Day with Humph's Histories Class 7
Thursday 29th January 2026 - Year 3 Greek Day with Humph's Histories Class 8
Friday 30th January 2026 - Great Athletes Event in school
Thursday 5th February 2026 - Year 2 Class Assembly
Friday 6th February 2026 - National Number Day
Monday 9th February 2026 - Friday 13th February 2026 - Children's Mental Health Week
Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Safer Internet Day
Tuesday 10th February 2026 - Year 3 PCSO Workshop Internet Safety & Social Media
Friday 13th February 2026 - Dress to Express Day
Spring Half Term Holiday - Monday 16th February - Friday 20th February 2026
Monday 23rd February 2026 - INSET Day school CLOSED to children
Tuesday 24th February 2026 - Year 4 PCSO Workshop Internet Safety & Social Media
Wednesday 25th February 2026 - Year 2 Residential
Friday 27th February 2026 - Celebrating Martisor
Monday 2nd March 2026 - PCSO Workshop Stranger Awareness & Getting Lost
Monday 2nd March 2026 - Reflexions Parent Workshop - Supporting your child with tests/ test anxiety
Tuesday 3rd March 2026 - PCSO Workshop Stranger Awareness & Getting Lost
Thursday 5th March 2026 - Year 2 Trip
Tuesday 10th March 2026 - Year 3 & 4 Tag Rugby Festival
Tuesday 10th March 2026 - Year 2 CO2 Crew Workshop
Wednesday 11th March 2026 - Reception PCSO Workshop What does a Police Officer do?
Wednesday 11th March 2026 - Year 5 CO2 Crew Workshop
Tuesday 17th March 2026 - Nursery PCSO Workshop What does a Police Officer do?
Thursday 26th March 2026 - Year 4 Romans Day
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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