Andoversford Primary School

We would like to share an upsetting update with the school community. Mrs Beaton, who supports many children across the school in her role as HLTA, has recently been diagnosed with B-Cell Lymphoma. This is type of cancer which requires intense treatment. Mrs Beaton will be starting her chemotherapy after half term. The staff team are all going to miss her and she is very much appreciated for all the things she does to help around school!

I know you will all want to express your kind wishes and positive thoughts. Please do share any messages, cards or gifts with one of the teachers or with the school office so that these can be passed on. The children know that Mrs Beaton is poorly and that she will soon be having some special medicine. Your child may want to talk more about this at home at an age appropriate level. 

After half term, you may see some extra faces in the team as we will have some extra supply teachers or support staff working with us to help out. Get well soon Mrs Beaton!

Dear Willow Class parents and carers,

We have been able to secure tickets for several events at Cheltenham Science Festival this year. We are pleased to let you know that we have organised for Willow Class to attend the festival on Thursday 4th June 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for the children to further their scientific knowledge, be inspired at a national event and develop their understanding of topics covered in our science curriculum.

We have subsidised the cost of the visit and are asking for a voluntary contribution of £15 per child. This cost goes towards travel, the children attending two fantastic workshops, as well as access to the Discover Zone and other areas across the site. In an effort to become a ‘cashless’ school, payment should be made online via ParentPay. Please make your voluntary contribution or let us know if you do not wish to contribute by Thursdy 21st May 2026.

More information about workshops, payments and travel arrangements are detailed in the letter available on the website: Letters & Forms | Andoversford Primary School

It's the National Year of Reading and to celebrate, National Book Token's is running their #rebuildthelibrary campaign.

As part of their annual prize draw, five schools will be given the chance to win £1000 in National Book Tokens. To nominate our lovely school or for more infomation, please see the link below:

Win £1,000 / €1,000 for your school’s library! | National Book Tokens

There is also a poster attached for more information.

Please spread the word and let's see if we can be in with a chance! Thank you for your support. 

The parenting team at Glucestershire County Council have the following discussion groups taking place over the coming weeks. The discussion group topics are split out by under 10s and over 10s.  The attached flyers provide more details. Please note, all sessions will be completed online via Microsoft Teams.

If you'd like to attend any of the sessions below, please get in touch with the school office: admin@andoversford.gloucs.sch.uk

Teen Discussion Groups Over 10 years;

• Dealing with Teenagers Emotions - Tuesday 12 May 2.30-4.30pm
• Getting Teenagers to Co-operate – Wednesday 3 June 10-12pm
• Reducing Family Conflict – Wednesday 17 June 1.30pm-3.30pm
• Building Teenagers Survival Skills – Wednesday 1 July 1.30-3.30pm

Discussion Groups under 10 years;

• Dealing with Disobedience – Thursday 21 May 9.30-11.30am
• Managing Fighting and Aggression – Wednesday 10 June 10-12pm
• Bed Time Routines – Thursday 25 June 9.30-11.30am
• Hassle Free Shopping – Tuesday 21 July 11.30-1.30pm
• Hassle Free Meal Times – Wednesday 22 July 10-12pm

This year's Child Safety Week 2026 runs from Monday 1st to Sunday 7th June.

Child Safety Week is the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s annual community education campaign, acting as a catalyst for thousands of safety conversations and activities UK-wide.

This Child Safety Week, the aim is to build capacity for safety behaviour with a theme of Making prevention possible.

The campaign exists to empower families to make simple changes without feeling overwhelmed.

You can find lots of fantastic resources and ways to get involved here: Child Safety Week | Child Accident Prevention Trust

In September, Miss David Ward is taking the next step in her teaching career. Miss DW joined the team at Andoversford after finishing her teaching qualification. Over the last 2 years, she has had a great impact on the school and has supported children in Oak Class to thrive. We are very grateful for all she has done, especially introducing us all to Irish Dancing! What a talent!

Miss DW will be starting as a year 1 Teacher at Dean Close in September. I am sure you will join me in wishing her all the very best of luck for her future. 

In the coming weeks, we will be recruiting a new teacher to join the team. Watch this space for updates. 

Details of the latest FACE (Family Advice Commmunication Education) online support courses are attached for your perusal.

There are a range of sessions designed to support parents and carers. 

For more information, email info@facefamilyadvice.co.uk or visit the website: Face Family Advice | online parenting classes

The Government is running a UK-wide consultation to shape Government policy on online safety and digital wellbeing, with surveys for young people aged 10 to 21, parents and carers of young people aged up to 21, and professionals.

You can find all three surveys on this link . They close on the 26 May.

Celebrate the end of this half term by attending the Friends of Andoversford Silent Disco! Please see the attached poster and message below for more information. 

Due to the kind support and donations of parents after the Easter Assembly, Friends of Andoversford are able to hold a Silent Disco straight after sports day. We hope to see you there!

Please be aware, we have noticed a few unwelcome visitors. Headlice have been reported amongst some of our pupils. 

Headlice are very common in primary age children and are not a sign of unclean or unwashed hair. 

Please can all parents check your child's hair and treat if necessary.

More information and ideas for treatment are available from the NHS website (link below).

Head lice and nits - NHS

Thank you for your cooperation and support. 

Let's Talk Well are pleased to share details of its new, FREE Live Zoom webinars designed to support parents and carers of young people aged 11-18 in Gloucestershire!

Give your child an exciting and educational activity this school holiday with Gloucestershire County Council's Bikeability courses.

Click the link below for more information.

Bikeability Holiday Courses | Gloucestershire County Council