 Information on the open access clinics run throughout Shropshire by Health Visitors has been updated. You can find out where they are and when they run by clicking on the Shropshire Family Information Service Directory
They offer parents the chance to get their baby weighed but also to access information, advice and support on a range of topics, including:
Please promote these great clinics to parents who may benefit from attending. Parents who would like support but are unable to get to a session, can also get help by calling 0333 358 3654 or texting the team on 07520 635212. |
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Nursery Bumblebees News
Welcome back!
We look forward to welcoming back all of our pupils on Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
St John’s School staff are working between our school and Bicton school on Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd September. If you wish to contact the school, there may be someone in the office, otherwise, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Keep an eye on class pages on the website for updates for learning Autumn 2025. We look forward to seeing you all Wednesday!
Weekly Celebrations 4th July
There has been lots to celebrate at St John’s this week and end of term celebrations are ramping up as we head into our School Summer Fayre this evening and transition days for our classes of 2025-26 on Monday and Tuesday!
Firstly, well done to our Area Sports Athletics Team who participated this week and earned lots of certificates and top 3 places along the way…
Weekly Celebrations
School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):
Year 6 Millie
Year 5 Scarlett
Year 4 Elsie
Year 3 Zander
Year 2 Lily
Year 1 James
Reception Rosie
Bumblebees Christian
Raffle ticket winners – earning prizes for excellent behaviour around school throughout the day…
Other Achievements…
Toby and Grayson earned medals for their football matches at the weekend – well done Toby for joining a new football team!
Cordelia won an award for her cricket All Stars!
A huge well done to James for his swimming award Level 1 in Water Safety!
Reception 2025 Applications
Please see the below flyer from Shropshire Council…
Spring Term 1 Newsletter
Welcome back following the Christmas break. We hope you all had a peaceful Christmas and are looking forward to the year ahead.
Please find the newsletter for this half term attached:
Winter/Christmas Art
We’ve had some very busy bees in Bumblebees over the last couple of weeks! The children have been creating their own Christmas/winter artwork. We think they look great!
School Starters 2025
A quick reminder that school applications for September 2025 are now open! Children can start school in reception at the beginning of the academic year following their fourth birthday. Therefore, children born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021 can start primary school from September 2025.
To apply for a school place, please click the link below…
Children in Need Bake Sale
A huge thankyou to everyone who baked, brought or donated money towards our cake sale in aid of Children in Need this week. We have enjoyed lots of yummy cakes! We will let you know how much we have raised soon.
Our star bakers are…
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- Darcie
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- Rosie
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- Harriet, Ruairi & Wilf
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- Blake
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- Percy
It was a very hard decision, we had lots of fantastic bakes to choose from…
An extra special thankyou to our fantastic Courageous Advocacy council members who set up and ran the cake sale.
Weekly Celebrations – 8/11/24
Here are this week’s awards…
Weekly Celebrations
School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):
Year 6 Eva for ‘Wisdom’ and ‘Perseverance’ – Eva has shown an improved level of confidence in all subjects, particularly Maths this week. She is trying hard to give things a go before asking for help. Well done Eva!
Year 5 Thomas for ‘Wisdom’ – Thomas always gives great answers to questions in every lesson. He explains new knowledge and concepts that he has learned with carefully thought out reasoning, which is outstanding to listen to.
Year 4 Blake for ‘Wisdom’ – Blake consistently demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning and is making great progress in Year 4. It is wonderful to see your growth and improvement! Keep up the hard work.
Year 3 Jacob for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Wisdom’ – Jacob has shown an improved attitude to learning and is always trying his hardest. I am so proud of the progress you are making! Keep up the hard work.
Year 2 Imogen for ‘Love’, ‘Hope’ and ‘Respect’ – Imogen is a delight to have in class! She works hard everyday and strives to improve. Well done Immy, you’re a star!
Year 1 Adrian for ‘Perseverance’ – Adrian has been trying really hard in our English lessons. He is remembering capital letters, full stops and finger spaces. His writing is improving every day!
Reception Olly for ‘Friendship’ – Olly has been a kind friend to everyone this week and a super helper in the classroom.
Bumblebees Ruairi for showing ‘Love’, ‘Tolerance’ and ‘Friendship’ – Ruairi has shown love to his brother all week who is new to nursery.
Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)
Congratulations to the following Golden Book winners (from class work and stars):
Other achievements…
Olly and Evie have completed their Level 1 Learn to Swim! They did a brilliant job of explaining everything they had to do to everyone. Great work, keep it up!
Eleni has completed her proficiency level 11 and 12 in gymnastics. Fantastic work Eleni!
Hallie came second place in a gymnastics competition at the weekend. She completed on the vault and on the floor. An amazing achievement!
Ruairi has completed his Wave Award 1 in his swimming lessons, we look forward to hearing about what you get up to next Ruairi!
Congratulations to all our winners this week!
Weekly Celebrations 20.9.24
Here are this week’s awards…
Weekly Celebrations
School Value Ambassadors (earning House Points with one pupil chosen each week per year group, awarded by teachers for showing one of our school values):
Year 6 Sophia for ‘Respect’ and ‘Wisdom – Sophia is working really hard across all subjects. She has a great willingness to listen and learn new things. Congratulations Sophia!
Year 5 Jamie for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Tolerance’ – Jamie always gives 100% inside the classroom. He will always complete tasks to the best of his ability and is incredibly respectful to all adults and children. Well done Jamie!
Year 4 Sid for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Wisdom’ – for improving his attitude towards learning and always trying his best. I am very proud of how well Sid is doing, especially in Maths!
Year 3 Seren for ‘Perseverance’ and ‘Wisdom’ – for always being a fantastic member of Dragonfly Class. Seren always has brilliant answers to questions and has a fantastic attitude to learning. Well done!
Year 2 Lilly for ‘Friendship’ and ‘Wisdom’ – Lilly is a lovely friends to everyone in Rabbit Class. She is kind, fair and helpful. She knows when it’s time to focus and she also knows when it’s time for fun! Well done Lilly.
Year 1 Jasmine for ‘Wisdom’ – Jasmine is working SO hard in Year 1. She completes her work carefully and takes pride in what she is doing. Jasmine has even been practising her handwriting at home – fantastic!
Reception Tommy for ‘Perseverance’ – You have had a super start to Reception. It has been lovely to see how you have persevered and now come in with a smile and you are keen to learn everyday.
Bumblebees Loki for showing ALL our school values – Loki has shown all of our school values since coming back to school. He is a kind, caring and funny member of bumblebees. Lauren is very proud of you Loki!
Raffle ticket winners (awarded by staff for lining-up or behaviour around school)
Other achievements…
Aoife took part in a reading competition over the summer holidays. She read three books and received a medal for her efforts. Great work Aoife, keep it up!
Congratulations to all our winners this week!
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