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Easter Break & End of Term Reminders
Tomorrow, Friday 11th April, is a Non-Uniform Day and school will be finishing early at 12:30pm. Please make sure any collection arrangements are in place.
We’ll then break up for the Easter holidays, with two full weeks off. When we return, Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th April will be INSET days for staff training, so students will not be in school on these days.
Students will return on Wednesday 30th April at the normal time.
Wishing everyone a lovely Easter break!
We Are Thrilled to Join The Mercian Trust!
We are thrilled to announce that we have officially joined The Mercian Trust, an incredible family of schools dedicated to helping students fulfill their potential and improve educational outcomes. This partnership marks a significant milestone for our school and we are excited about the future as we work together to create even more opportunities for our students.
We can’t wait to see where this new chapter takes us and are confident that with The Mercian Trust by our side, our school will thrive and our students will flourish like never before.
Please read the full update from The Mercian Trust, available here.
Red Nose Day - Friday 21st March 2025
We are excited to inform you that New Leaf School will be participating in Red Nose Day this Friday, 21st March, as part of Comic Relief. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to get involved in a fun, charitable event.
Students are invited to take part in a non-uniform day and are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing. They can also add a splash of red if they wish, such as red accessories but there is no expectation to do so.
Please click here to read the letter from Mrs Fairburn for more details on the event and how students can participate.
Phone Lines Restored – Thank You for Your Patience
Our phone lines are now back up and running. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we resolved the issue.
Notice: Phone Lines Currently Down
We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone lines and are unable to receive calls. We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we try to resolve the issue.
For urgent matters, please contact:
- Mrs. Claire Fairburn on 07410 697 209
- Mr. Ed Lea on 07498 183 860
Thank you for your understanding.
World Book Day 2025 – Let’s Celebrate Together!
✨ World Book Day 2025 – Let’s Celebrate Together! ✨
Thursday 6th March is World Book Day, and we have an exciting day planned to celebrate the joy of reading! We have got some fantastic things lined up and can’t wait to share them with you!
Here’s what’s happening:
- Dress Up for World Book Day! – Come as your favorite book character and bring stories to life!
- Book Shopping! – If all goes to plan, every student will get the chance to choose a book using their £1.00 WBD token—the perfect way to discover a new favorite!
- National Book Token Competition! – A fantastic opportunity for students to get involved and win prizes!
- New Leaf Story-Themed Day! – We’ll be diving into fun, creative lessons and activities inspired by our chosen books. Expect imagination, storytelling, and plenty of book-themed fun!
- MC Grammar’s Rap for Reading! – Check out MC Grammar’s World Book Day Songs for some rhyming reading fun!
This is a wonderful opportunity to ignite our students’ love for reading even further. Let’s make World Book Day 2025 one to remember!
#WorldBookDay2025 #ReadingForFun #BookLovers
February Update – Great news & a Valentine’s Treat!
We’ve had a fantastic start to the year and a recent school visit confirmed the amazing progress our students are making!
To celebrate the end of term (and spread a little Valentine’s Day cheer!) we’re having a non-uniform day for students on Friday 14th February. Plus, check out key dates for after half-term!
Inset Day Reminder!
Just a quick reminder that tomorrow, Friday 24th January, is an Inset Day. There will be no school for students.
Have a great weekend and we look forward to seeing you back on Monday 27th January, as normal.
Introducing Our New Headteacher, Mrs. Fairburn!
We’re excited to introduce Mrs. Fairburn as our new Headteacher of New Leaf School. She brings a wealth of experience and a passion for creating a positive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Mrs. Fairburn is looking forward to getting to know everyone and working together to make New Leaf School an even better place for learning and growth. Please join us in welcoming her to our school family!
December Newsletter – Christmas Edition!
The festive season is here and we’re excited to share the Christmas edition of the New Leaf newsletter with you!
This month’s issue is full of festive highlights, exciting updates and a look back at all the fun we’ve had in December. Be sure to check it out to see what’s been happening and catch up on everything as we head into the holidays.
Read the December Newsletter here
Wishing all our students, families and staff a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Have a wonderful break—we’ll see you back at school on Tuesday 7th January!