
School News
Hoodwinked! Christmas Production 2025
WOW! Owl Class put on an INCREDIBLE performance of Hoodwinked for their Christmas Production.
A huge thank you to all the staff involved with its production and thank you to all the friends and families of our school for their support on the day.
Finally, a massive well done to our brilliant children who blew us away with their acting skills, singing and dancing, plus their ability to learn so many words! What a show!
Online Safety Newsletter
Please find attached the Online Safety Newsletter for December 2025.
Online Safety Newsletter Primary Dec 2025_5 St John the Baptist Shropshire_27-11-2025
Wake Up Wednesday
Today’s Wake Up Wednesday focus is TikTok. Please click the below link to download this week’s What Parents Need to Know About TikTok Guide.
TikTok Guide For Parents and Carers
Skipping Together!
The recent skipping workshop has transformed playtimes at our school! Children from all age groups have embraced skipping with enthusiasm, enjoying both individual challenges and lively group games using the new ropes we purchased after the workshop. Over the past few weeks, we’ve loved watching their skills grow and their confidence soar. Skipping has not only brought energy and fun to the playground but has also encouraged teamwork and cooperation, leading to more harmonious and happy playtimes for everyone.


School Admission Round for Reception 2026
Children can start school in reception at the beginning of the academic year following their fourth birthday. Therefore, children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022 can start primary school from September 2026.
Applications should be made using the online facility. The link for this can be found on the following website – Admissions Applications.
Please note that the online facility is open from 3 November 2025. You must apply by 15 January 2026. If there’s a reason why your application is late, eg due to a house move, please email school-admissions@shropshire.gov.uk to advise – there may be exceptional reasons to be considered.
Applications received after 15 January, without exceptional reasons, are considered late. Late applications won’t be processed until all the applications received on time have been allocated. This may result in your child not being offered a school place at you preferred school.
Early Help Coffee and Chat Drop Ins
It’s fair to say that all parents from time to time need some help and support with issues that impact on family life. There is help and support available in Shropshire through our Early Help coffee and chat drop ins – some of which are also stay and play sessions.
You can get free Information, advice and support on all aspects of family life, at our Family Drop-Ins. You can chat, have a cuppa and see how we can help you with:
To find your local drop in please visit the Shropshire Family Information Service Directory |
SEND Meet and Chat
The Autumn Meet and Chat SEND sessions start this month for parent carers of a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
Parent Carers can join us for an informal drop-in session where they can ask questions, get advice, and explore the support available to them within Shropshire. Speak to a range of professionals who can help with:
Each session will have different professionals available, but parent carers are encouraged to come along, have a chat, and find the help they need! Visit the Family Information Service (FIS) directory for information on dates and venues. |
Christmas Card Project
Just a quick reminder that the deadline for orders is Sunday 16th November!








































It’s fair to say that all parents from time to time need some help and support with issues that impact on family life. There is help and support available in Shropshire through our Early Help coffee and chat drop ins – some of which are also stay and play sessions.
The Autumn Meet and Chat SEND sessions start this month for parent carers of a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?






