9:30am-12:30pm 

Quad, Market Place Derby 

I want to say a huge thank you for all of your amazing contributions to the Great Parkview Bake Off. Your involvement really showed how strong our community is at Parkview. We loved the creative links to books, ranging from the Gruffalo to George’s Marvellous Medicine.

It was tough to pick winners because every entry was so fantastic. Thanks again for your support and enthusiasm, which made this event such a success.

Miss Jarvis and Mrs Cook

A great day of connection and information for the whole family!

If you would like to know more about the Speak out. Stay safe. programme visit www.nspcc.org.uk/speakout.

https://youtu.be/XAwmEmNtYBY

There is also a free guide available to download here Guidance for parents - British Dyslexia Association which you may find useful. 

Glow sticks for sale and tuck ship available!

https://youtu.be/1t9UHQgtDfU 

With constantly evolving scams and such a high volume of misinformation online, it's vital that parents and educators know how to safeguard the children in their care against these kinds of tactics. This guide breaks down the most prominent ways in which scammers attempt to use ‘fake news’ to their advantage, as well as how to protect youngsters from being manipulated by such techniques.

To register your interest in your child attending our Nursery, please complete the waiting list form here Nursery Waiting List Form – Fill in form

This is an opportunity to come along for an informal chat regarding school improvement. This will take place on Friday 28th November at 8:50am. No need to book, just turn up!

23.10.25

• Are you worried about what your children might be up to online?

• Would you like to have a better understanding of incel culture and misogyny?

• Do you want some ideas about how to protect your children, especially our boys, against such negative influences?

Prevent Education Officer Sally Siner, supported by Online safety expert Traci Gregory are offering a free online webinar for parents and carers of children and young people on: Thursday 16th October 6-7pm. 

Link on the attachment. 

We are incredibly proud to be above national averages in all areas, with a HUGE 95% of you saying you would recommend us to other parents. Thank you to those of you who took the time to write a positive message—these have been very gratefully received by the Parkview Team!

You might have heard of the parental movement for a “Smartphone-free childhood”, but is this the right thing to do?

Following requests from parents and schools, Jamie Dean (DCC Senior Community Safety Officer) and Traci Good (Online Safety Specialist and Chief i-Venger) are hosting free webinars for parents and schools, to impartially explore the pros and cons of this concept. We aim to give parents the confidence to make an informed decision about what is best for their children, and will signpost to further support and resources.

Please share details of these webinars and the sign-up links below with your parents.

• Wednesday 19th June - 13:30 to 14:30
• Thursday 20th June - 18:00 to 19:00 

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What is the Holiday Activities and Food Programme? 

The Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF), funded by the Department for Education, provides free holiday club sessions.  The free holiday clubs offer a wide range of activities, including sport, dance, drama, song writing and trips during the Easter, summer and winter school holidays. Children will also receive a nutritious meal whilst at the club. 

Who is the Holiday Activities and Food Programme for? 

The Holiday Activities and Food Programme is for school aged children from Reception to Year 11 who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals.

How do I book a place for my child? 

From winter 2023, to book a place on the Holiday Activities and Food Programme you will require a unique code to prove that your child is eligible for benefits-related free school meals.  

We advise parents or carers of children who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals to apply for their Derby HAF code before 22 November 2023.  This will ensure you can book your child’s place on the winter HAF programme with ease.  

How do I get my unique Derby HAF code? 

To apply for a Derby HAF code, scan the QR code below or complete the online form available at https://forms.office.com/e/vEzBxnZ7Ck 

What information do I need to apply for a code? 

The online form is easy to complete, and parents or carers will require:  

• Parent’s address and contact information 
• Parent’s National Insurance Number  
• Each Child’s name, address and date of birth 

On completion of the online form, eligible parents and carers will receive an email with their Derby HAF code for each child within 5 working days.  

When can I book a place? 

Bookings for winter 2023 will open in mid-November, more information and the booking page can be found at www.derby.gov.uk/derbyHAF. Places for the Derby HAF programme are limited, and bookings will only be accepted with a Derby HAF code.   

 It is really important that children attend school everyday and I would encourage you to send your child if they are not feeling 100% well—we will always give you a call if we feel they are not well enough to remain in school. Just to reiterate, I cannot authorise any holidays during term time—the government has made school attendance a priority.  If you should need to take time off during term time please complete a leave of absence form available via the school office.

A reminder that school doors open at 8:40am, ready for a prompt start to learning at 8:50am.  There will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team available each morning on the gates to greet you. We ask that any non-urgent messages are passed either through Dojo or via the adult on door duty. Teachers will be busy preparing their teaching sessions and will not have time to deal with these.