September Newsletter
Fishwick Primary School
Downing Street, Preston, Lancs. PR1 4RH
Tel: 01772 491402
https://fishwick.lancs.sch.uk/
Headteacher: Mrs Vicki Conway
Wednesday 4th September 2024
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back to the new school year everyone. As always it has been lovely to welcome everyone back and to say hello to all of our new children. They have settled in really well and we know they will all be very happy at Fishwick.
Also, can I just remind parents that school starts at 8.45am and the playground doors will shut promptly at this time.
Meet the Teacher
Next week there will be an opportunity for you to meet the staff working in your child’s class. You are welcome to come into school at the beginning of the day (8.45am-9.10am) to say hello and see your child’s classroom.
Friday 6th September – Elephants (Y6)
Monday 8th September - Rhino Class (Y4/5)
Tuesday 9th September – Polar Bears Class (Y3/4)
Wednesday 10th September – Tigers Class (Y2)
Thursday 11th September – Gorillas Class (Y1)
Friday 12th September – Pandas Class (Reception)
This is an informal opportunity for you to meet your child’s teacher if you have anything you need to discuss then please let staff know and we can arrange it a different time.
Dinner Money
Due to increased food costs there will be a rise in cost for school meals in September. The Governing Body have agreed to support families by subsidising some of the additional cost but the daily charge will be £2.60 a day which is £13.00 per week.
School Shoes
The children have all returned looking smart in their new school uniform. Can I just remind all parents that footwear should be black shoes, these should have a sensible heel and if wearing trainers, they should be all black including the sole.
Mobile Phones and Smart Watches
Can I remind parents that mobile phones and smart watches are not permitted in school for safeguarding reasons. Any child with a mobile phone or smart watch must hand it in to their teacher. They will be returned at home time. Thank you for your support in this matter.
Staffing
A big welcome to Mrs Kearton who joins us in the office and to Mrs East and Mrs Trafford our new teachers and Mr McCormack our new sports TA. We are thrilled they have joined us and hope they will be really happy here at Fishwick.
Congratulations to Mrs Barton who has secured a new job working with LCC’s Safeguarding Team. We are really proud of her, although she will clearly be missed. Miss Walker has been appointed as our new Family Support Worker and Mrs Barton will be working with her to ensure a smooth transition for us all.
Belongings
Please make sure that you have named all your children’s belongings to help us reunite lost property with its owner – thanks for your help in this matter.
Breakfast Club
Just a reminder that we do have a free breakfast club, open to all children from Reception to Y6. The club starts at 8am and the children come into school via the entrance at the back of school.
After School Clubs
We will be sending out an afterschool club letters for the clubs starting soon. These do cost school to provide so please ensure that your child is fully committed to completing the course as we may charge for missed sessions.
Primary School Applications
If you have a child due to start Primary School next year applications are now open.
Primary School ApplicationsWe are listed as Preston Fishwick. Please be aware a late application may reduce your chance of getting your preference of school.
Year 6 – High School Applications
I know the Y6 children have only just moved up but it is time to apply for High School places.
School places are not allocated on a first come, first served basis. All applications received up to the closing date are given equal priority, but if you miss the deadline, a late application may reduce your chance of getting your preference of school.
31 October 2024 – is the national closing date for secondary applications.
1 March 2025 - Offers issued to parents
For more information and to apply please visit
If you have any problems please let us know and we can support you with your application.
Please note that Moor Park have changed their Admission policy. Parents who are putting Moor Park High School down as either a 1st, 2nd or 3rd choice should book a Fair Banding assessment. Pupils who do not sit an assessment will only have their application considered after those who have sat an assessment. The assessment booking form will be open until 28th September 2023.
Once again welcome back and here’s to a great new year.
Many thanks
VConway
Vicki Conway
Headteacher