Summer (2) term 2026
wc 22nd June 2026
Y5 LIFE SKILLS CAREERS DAY.
Dear Parents and Carers,
On Wednesday 15th July, Year 5 will be having their Life Skills Careers Day.
This day is an important opportunity for pupils to broaden their understanding of the wide range of careers and pathways available to them in the future. By hearing directly from people working in different professions, children can make meaningful links between the skills they are developing at school and how these are used in the workplace. We hope the day will inspire curiosity, ambition and confidence as pupils begin to think about their own aspirations and future opportunities.
As part of the day, we would like to invite parents to come in and either talk for 15 to 20 minutes about their careers to each class, or talk to the class and do an activity relating to their career (which would take slightly longer, e.g. 45 minutes). For example, someone who works for Boeing could talk about their job and then support the children in designing a rocket or plane.
Please note that parents would not need to have a current DBS check, as you would be regarded as a visitor and would remain with a member of staff for the duration of your visit.
If you are available and interested in doing this, please could you email myself or Mr Murtagh and state:
- What your career is
- Whether you would like to give a talk only, or a talk and activity
- Your availability on the day
Sessions available within the following times (either 15–20 minute or 45 minute blocks):
- 9:00–10:45
- 11:15–12:15
- 1:15–3:00
Kind Regards,
Mrs Stow and Mr Murtagh
wc 15th June 2026
Y5 SINGING AT THE Y6 PRODUCTION
Dear parent & carers,
Year 5 children are invited to support the Year 6 production of Peter Pan by performing as part of the chorus. Please talk to your child about whether they would like to participate as this is an optional role for the Year 5 children and refer to the below letter for further details.
wc 1st June 2026
ROAD SAFETY - WALKING TO AND FROM SCHOOL SAFELY
Dear parents and carers,
A group of Year 5’s were witnessed not using the crossing outside school properly. They ran across the road when the lights were still green, causing a van to break in order to prevent hitting them.
The class teachers have discussed road safety with both classes this week, but we urge parents to reiterate this message at home.
Helpful guidance
Teaching Year 5 students (ages 9–10) road safety requires moving beyond basic pedestrian rules to focus on critical thinking, hazard perception, and personal responsibility. Emphasize active decision-making, as these students are likely gaining more independence and walking to and from school alone.
Core Teaching Themes
- The "Stop, Look, Listen, Think" Sequence: Review and reinforce the foundational rules for crossing roads. Practice evaluating if a location is genuinely safe to cross.
- Distractions & Peer Pressure: Discuss how using mobile phones, wearing headphones, and chatting with friends can lead to dangerous, distracted walking. Address how peer pressure might encourage taking risky shortcuts.
- Stopping Distances: Explore how speed affects a vehicle's ability to stop. Emphasize that cars cannot stop instantly, especially in wet weather.
- "Be Bright, Be Seen": Teach the importance of reflective clothing, bright colors, and lights in low-light conditions (winter mornings, evenings, or fog).
- Wheel Safety: Cover rules for cycling, scootering, and skateboarding, including wearing helmets and being considerate of pedestrians.
ST BEDES OPENING EVENING - THU 2ND JULY 5.30-9PM
