Upcoming Events
Physical Activity Timetable: AUTUMN Term
Reception: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Tuesday – Gymnastics
Wednesday – Introduction to PE
Year 1: Wednesdays and Thursdays
Wednesday: Dance
Thursdays: Ball Skills
Year 2: Mondays and Wednesdays
Mondays: Gymnastics
Wednesdays: Ball Skills + 2G Active Lunch
Year 3: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Tuesday: Fundamentals (3S)
Thursday: Yoga + Active Lunch
Friday: Fundamentals (3C)
Year 4: Mondays and Fridays
Monday: Ball Skills + Active Lunch
Friday: Yoga
Year 5: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Tuesdays: Netball + Active Lunch
Wednesdays: Gymnastics
Year 6: Mondays and Thursdays
Monday: Netball + Active Lunch
Tuesday: Sports Leaders Active Lunch
Thursday: Volleyball
Headteacher's Update
Dear Parents,
Welcome to the final Headteacher’s Update of Autumn Term 1. It has been another busy and rewarding week at Warden Hill, and as always, I am delighted to share some of the highlights with you.
I started the week with our Governing Board meeting on Monday evening. As ever, it was a productive and purposeful couple of hours, with governors providing valuable support and challenge to help drive our school forward. They have followed this up with two monitoring visits this week, one focused on behaviour and another taking place later today looking at inclusion across the school.
Pyjama Day for Children in Need
Get ready for Children in Need Pyjama Day on Friday 13 November.
We are taking part in BBC Children in Need again. Children are welcome to wear their PJs to school and donate online or bring money in.
We are hoping to raise £500. Thank you in advance for your help!
October Half Term Sports Camp: one week to go
Our October Sports Camp has plenty of spaces available if you need the childcare or want the kids to get some active fun over the holiday – lots of fun sports & games activities planned across the week, with some Halloween themes included.
There has been NO price increase from last academic year to make it still really affordable childcare for WHPS parents. Full & Half days available too!
Booking Link: the-sports-coach.classforkids.io/camp/36
Discounts:
Sibling discount code (10% off) – GWH850 (add this code at checkout when 2 or more children are included in the booking)
Key WHPS Sports Camp Benefits:
- 50% of all camp profits go towards school projects
- ONLY WHPS registered children can attend (REC to Year 6)
- Children are safe and in a very secure, friendly and familiar environment
- Children are surrounded by friends and recognisable faces + chance to meet new friends in different classes
- Coaches are qualified, DBS checked & Sports Camp is fully insured
- Each sports camp covers a multitude of different sports & activities to make it very inclusive for all ages and to entertain everyone! No screen policy and free play sections each day scheduled between structured activities with board games, cards, colouring, puzzles, building games and much more….
- OFSTED registered – all childcare scheme payments are accepted.
Kind Regards
Mr. Roberts
* Any sports camp questions please email me on thesportscoachuk@gmail.com
YR: Mystery Reader: book your slot
We are delighted to welcome parents into our reception classes to be a ‘Mystery Reader’ after half term.
Please follow the below link to book in a slot to be a mystery reader. If you need any guidance on book choice, please let us know.
Please note:
- Only one person per child in the first instance
- There are not enough slots for everyone – more dates will be released later on – everyone will have the opportunity throughout the year.
Kind regards
Miss Barrett and Miss Hughes
YR: Upload a photograph to Tapestry
Our next ‘I wonder’ focus in Reception is: I wonder where this journey will take us? Please can you upload a photograph onto Tapestry of your child on holiday/on a day out. We will then talk to them about the journey to get there and the transport they went on to reach their destination. Please can this be done by Friday 6th November.
Y2: Active Lunch after half-term
2T have really enjoyed their Active Lunch sessions this term with Mrs Williams and they have played a range of fun sporting activities which have helped to develop their skills. After half term, the classes will swap and 2G will have their Active Lunch sessions on Wednesdays which will run up until the end of term, with their last session being Wednesday 2nd December. As the sessions will take place on the school field, where possible, please can children bring their trainers in a separate carrier bag.
Resources
In Reception, we are in need of some resources. If anyone has any of these that are no longer in use in their house and that they would like to donate, we would be very appreciative:
• small soft cuddly toy animals (to help retell stories) and any puppets
• any craft bits including tape, chalks
• any wooden resources e.g. building blocks/pretend kitchen items etc
• any fabrics/bits of material
School Photographs
DEADLINE: Tuesday 10 November
Photographs are now available to view and order.
For free delivery to school, please make your order by Tuesday 10 November.
Year Group Pages
ParentPay - upcoming payments
Launch of the Annual SEND Surveys 2026
Parent Carers of children and young people (aged 0-25) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are being encouraged to share their experiences and help improve support for families across Gloucestershire. Following feedback from last year, there is also a separate survey for young people and adults aged 16 to 25 so they can share their experiences directly.
SEND Families Newsletter
The October edition of the monthly SEND Families in Partnership newsletter is now available and has information on the latest news for our families with SEND in Gloucestershire.
Families across Gloucestershire can access free food support and activities during October half-term
Gloucestershire County Council is organising a countywide programme that provides children and young people with opportunities to enjoy healthy meals and stay active and entertained during the school holidays for free.
Running from 24 October to 1 November, the programme includes activities such as sports, outdoor adventures, creative arts and crafts, community play sessions, wellbeing opportunities and other enriching experiences designed to support children and families outside of term time.
Trusted local organisations, community groups and activity providers will deliver the sessions.
There are no eligibility requirements for the inclusive initiative which remains separate from the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. All children and young people living in the county will be able benefit from support, regardless of their circumstances.
The initiative reflects Gloucestershire County Council’s commitment to supporting children, young people and families during school holidays.
Cllr Linda Cohen, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills at Gloucestershire County Council, said:
“Children, young people and families should be able to access opportunities for support, enrichment and healthy food all year round, not just during term time.
This programme of activities aims to give local families a chance to try something new, socialise and pick up new skills in a safe and welcoming environment.
We would encourage families to browse the Virtual Family Hub and see what’s on offer.”
Food support and activities can be booked through Gloucestershire’s Virtual Family Hub. Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Some providers will be managing bookings through their own websites or booking systems and should be contacted directly if an activity isn’t listed on the hub.