Copdock Weekly Update 06/02/2026
Information to ShareYr 3/4 and Yr 5/6 London Trips - IMPORTANT - parents please complete the surveys on Spider. Deadline is Monday 9th February at 4pm
Uniform Order - we will be placing a uniform order before half term. Please see the order form attached. Please complete the form and send in to the office at the same time as payment. Payment can be made on spider, or by cash or cheque in a named envelope. Orders to be in by Monday 9th February please. Orders can only be accepted with an order form AND payment. Payment via Spider does not constitute an order.
Tractor visit - 9th February - A local farmer will be bringing his tractor to Copdock so the children can find out more about food and farming. As KS1 children from both schools will be at Copdock on this day, they will have the opportunity to sit in the tractor and find out all about how it is used.
Online Safety - All classes will be marking safer internet day on 10th February to continue their learning in online safety. This year's focus is
‘Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI’. You may want to check out this free webinar to find out more.
Recent concerns have also been raised about access through 'virtual private networks' (VPNs) - apps/programs that people can use to make themselves more private online. With the age restrictions introduced by the Online Safety Act 2023, the number of people using a VPN has increased dramatically. Read this factsheet to find out what a VPN is, how to spot if your child is using one, and what you can be doing at home to support your child.
A new guide and activity pack has been released by the Children's Commisioner. Find it here.
World Religion Day - 11th February - children across the federation will be engaging in a World Religion Day, exploring artefacts, virtual tours and belief systems. Copdock KS1 children will spend the day at Bentley with Wolves class, as per our email we are asking parents to drop off at Bentley School for 9am on this day (allowing you time to drop off older siblings at Copdock first if needed) as well as collect from Bentley. Collection can be at 3pm allowing time for those that need to get back to Copdock to collect siblings aswell. Those attending breakfast club or after school club will be transported, we ask that if you child is attending either of these sessions that you let the office know by the end of the day on Monday 9th so we can ensure we have transport arranged for them. This also applies for anyone who will struggle to get their child to/from Bentley, please let us know by the end of the day on Monday. Adders and Hedgehogs will spend the day at Copdock and will be transported there and back in the school minibuses.
Valentines Disco Raffle Tickets - the PTA will be holding a Valentines Day Disco after school on Friday 13th February (see posters attached). Tickets can be purchased through the PTA. This will be a non uniform day in exchange for a Pink or Red donation for a raffle to be held at the Disco. Raffle tickets will be on sale each day after school next week, sold by KS2 children. Tickets cost 50p each so please bring exact cash with you to purchase tickets as money raised is used to subsidise school trips.
Change to Menu Friday 13th February - please note that there is a slight change to the menu next Friday - pudding will be a selection of home made cakes and cookies - please see menu attached. The main meals will be the same i.e chicken or vegetable nuggets/jacket potato or sandwich.
Lego Club - we are pleased to be able to offer our Kids With Bricks after school club running from 3:15-4:15 every Tuesday for 5 weeks from 24th February 2026. Please see attached poster.
Medication in School - as per last week's newsletter and the medical policy, office staff are able to administer paracetamol to children in school for mild complaints to enable them to stay in school. If your child requires medicine administered throughout the day can you please complete the form from the medical policy, print off and bring it into school with your child's medicine. The medication will be returned to you once they are feeling better, or if known long term complaints, at the end of each term.
After School Sports Club - this will be for KS1 children next half term on a Monday after school. Please look out for the survey that will be published next week to enable your child to join.
Lost Property - we once again have a collection of items on the lunch trolley - jumpers/cardigans/bottles/tubs/hats/gloves. Please take some time over the next week to reclaim anything that is yours, after next Friday all items will be either passed on to the PTA or disposed of.
Online Presence - We hope you have all enjoyed seeing photos and updates about our recent activities in school. Don't forget, you can follow us on
Please check the attachments for some information and our Local events and clubs page on the website for things going on in the community - we are always adding new information from 3rd parties for you to consider - there may be holiday clubs or sporting opportunities, or events taking place in local villages. We also include courses available to parents on a variety of topics.
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REMINDERS!!!! Please ensure your child has a named coat or waterproof in school for break times - we do like to get outside even if it's a bit drizzly. Earrings must be removed for PE lessons. Please check the uniform policy to ensure the correct earrings are being worn. Please ensure anything brought into school is labelled. Look out for lost property on the lunchbox trolley each evening. Muddy Shoes - If your child has a spare change of shoes they can change into for playtimes this would help to keep our classrooms clean. Alternatively, plimsols for indoors and outdoor shoes for play. Thank you as always for your support. |
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Every week we encourage parents to support their children to learn and use new vocabulary. In school we will be exploring the origin of new words, what they mean and how to use them effectively in context. If you can encourage your child to use these words it would be really helpful! Kittens: china & community Squirrels: omnivore & debug Woodpeckers: dynamic & expression Foxes: embryo & fertilisation Our Value this half term is 'Courage' If you would like to explore this theme at home, see our family leaflet here. |
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WEEKLY Monday - Squirrels & Woodpeckers Swimming Monday - Forest schools Monday - 3:15-4:15pm KS1 ASC Indoor Multiskills Tuesday - 2:40-3:15pm Foundation Stay & Play Tuesday - 3:15-4:15pm Lego Club Friday - 2:45-3:15pm Sharing Assemblies COMING UP: 09/02 - Tractor in school for KS1 10/02 - Safer Internet Day 11/02 - World Religion Day 13/02 - Valentines Day Menu (Dessert Change) 13/02 - PTA Valentines Disco - Non-Uniform - Raffle Donation 13/02 - Foundation Parent Consultations Half Term 16/02/26 - 20/02/26 27/02 - PTA Uniform Sale 16/03 - Livestock Project 18/03 - Year 3/4 London Trip 26/03 - Year 5/6 London Trip Last Day of Term 27/03/26
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Learners of the Week Learning Behaviour: Don't give up Kittens: Sage & Alex Squirrels: Harper & Sofia Woodpeckers: Lilah & Ben Foxes: Elsie & Christian
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Lego Club
Our Current Theme is Winter Olympics This weeks build - Mountain Cabin
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Reading Giants
This week's reading giants are: Years 3 & 6
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