In case you missed our earlier message… Last week was Children in Need day. Our non-uniform day raised £354.99 – thank you to all who contributed.
Attendance matters
- The national attendance rate for primary schools is 95.4% (that’s for Autumn 1 term).
- Our attendance rate is 95.5% (that’s up until 18 November).
It’s good to see that our attendance is higher, even if just a little. However, it’s lower than it was for Autumn term last year.
Is my child too ill to attend school? It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school. Check the NHS website: Is my child too ill for school?
Thinking of a term-time holiday? 468 penalty notices for unauthorised absences have been issued in Leeds so far this year. Check out the legal consequences of term-time absences, from fines to court action.
Applying for a Reception place?
The national closing date for Reception September 2026 applications is 15 January 2026.
Check out these frequently asked questions.
MindMate
On Wednesday, the MindMate Support Team held a workshop about supporting your child with anxiety.
There are three more support sessions coming up this year:
-
Support your child’s mental wellbeing – Wednesday 11 February, 5pm to 6pm at Deighton Gates Primary School, Deighton Rd, Wetherby, LS22 7XL
-
Support your child’s emotions – Wednesday 11 March, 5pm to 6pm at Bramham Primary School, Clifford Road, Bramham, LS23 6JQ
-
Support your child with transition – Wednesday 24 June, 5pm to 6pm at our Sphere Federation sister school, St James’ CE Primary School, Hallfield Lane, Wetherby, LS22 6JS
Read more about the workshops.
Year 5 reading
Scholes (Elmet) Primary has been selected to represent England in the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) research.
PIRLS is an international educational assessment study which takes place in over 60 countries. Our school will participate alongside other schools from around the world.
The assessments will involve some children in Year 5 completing a computer-based assessment and questionnaire about themselves and their educational experiences.
Read more about the research in this letter from the Department for Education.
Have a happy and healthy weekend.