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Drop-Ins

Term has started well and it has been lovely to see our new starters beginning to arrive and settle into their new classes. 

For Year 1 to Year 6 we will have some informal drop-in sessions at pick-up time for parents/carers to visit their child's classroom and meet the teacher. You can do this on Monday 14th, Tuesday 15th, Wednesday 16th or Thursday 17th Septmeber between 3.20-4pm. 

Children will be handed over as usual in the playround. Once the classes are out then we can invite you inside. Our parent evenings/meetings (we call Meet the Teacher) will be on 11th and 18th November. Of course if you have any concerns inbetween please contact your class teacher. 

The leadership team are out and about each morning on the gates and playgrounds if you need to speak with them. 

New Staff

As we begin the new term, we have some new staff to introduce. I am sure you will join me in welcoming them to the Raglan community. 

Mrs Atalay is our new office assistant (Wed-Fri) who will be job-sharing with Mrs Mullen. 

Miss Morgan is our new Art Specialist Teacher and will teach all pupils across Years 1-6 this year.

Mr Roper is our new PE Apprentice joining the Sports Team. 

Miss Adejimi is a teaching assistant working with Reception. 

Secondary Admissions 2027

We have now uploaded all the information needed for Year 6 parents/carers who will be applying for secondary schools this term. Please visit the Secondary Transfer Page. 

We will hold a meeting on Tuesday 22nd September at 5pm for any parents/carers who want an overview of the process including some essential advice on getting your application right! Whilst this is aimed at Year 6 parents, it may also be useful for those thinking ahead for future years. 

Clubs

Information will soon be published for clubs this term. We are expecting around 50 clubs to run across the week starting on 21st September. Information on KS2 Sports Trials has already been shared with parents/carers/pupils via email. 

We are always on the look-out for new clubs and leaders, so if you, or someone you know, is interested in offering a club at Raglan, then please get in touch. We don't have any hall spaces available, but classroom-based activities are always welcome. We have recently lost our gardening club, so anyone interested in that would be great. Can you offer to teach a language or a craft skill? Club leaders will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check (we can sort this) and we can discuss the maximum numbers (usually 15-20) and the hourly rate.

We are aware of a flyer for Raglan School Tennis Club that has been posted via class list. Please note this club is not a school club and is not run or organised by us, despite the name.

COMMUNITY UPdate

We have a linked community page for things that may interest our school community. These are not directly linked with the school and we post these in good faith, so please check out any offers carefully. This update includes

• Baby & Children's Nearly New Sale 

• Request for research help (Expectant Mothers)

Click here

Piano Competition

EMS held the annual Piano Competition and three Raglan pupils/former pupils reached the finals in July. All pupils displayed the Raglan values of excellence, determination and above all, courage, through their polished performances.

Congratulations to Daphne A, who won the Primary School Grades 2-3 category of the EMS piano competition 2026. Her performance was detailed and expressive. Congratulations also to Lewis C (an ex- Y6 pupil), who achieved runner-up in the Grade 4 and above category. A special mention also to Kayden, who was a finalist in the Primary Schools Grades 2-3 category.

Well done to all!

Welcome BACK

I am sure many of you will be pleased to know that the new academic year is fast approaching!

School reopens tomorrow, Thursday, for pupils in Years 1 through 6. Children joining our Reception and Nursery classes will follow their individual start dates, which begin once 1:1 meetings and Stay & Play sessions have taken place.

The start of term is a crucial time for settling children back into the school routine, building positive relationships with staff, and, for many, adjusting to new classes and classmates. These first few days are vital for re-establishing clear expectations, daily routines, and strong friendships.

School Policies & Uniform

Our existing policies remain unchanged for the upcoming year, but please take a moment to review the key reminders attached below. Regarding uniform, in light of recent government guidance, Raglan was already ahead of the curve after simplifying and reducing the cost of our uniform over the last couple of years. As a result, our uniform policy and expectations remain exactly the same.

Similarly the government have brought in a mobile ban, but this has already been our policy for a number of years. 

Summer Building & Site Upgrades

Over the summer break, substantial improvement work has taken place across the site. A major project to install a new roof on the Infant School is underway; as this is still being finalised, you will notice some temporary restrictions around the site for the next few weeks. PLEASE NOTE there is no provision for storing cycles and scooters until the scaffolding has been removed. Please walk or take home any cycles/scooters. 

Tomorrow 

Arrival on Thursday We are very much looking forward to welcoming the children back on Thursday. Plenty of staff will be on hand between 08:40 and 08:50 to help direct pupils inside and guide them to their new classrooms. It is perfectly normal for some children—and parents!—to feel a little nervous and anxious on the first day, but please rest assured that our team will be there to support them every step of the way.