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Friday 17th July 2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

End of Year Newsletter

As we come to the end of another fantastic school year, I would like to take a moment to thank our children, families, staff, governors and wider community for their continued support. It has been a year filled with learning, laughter, achievement and growth, and I am incredibly proud of all that we have accomplished together.

A very special farewell goes to our Year 6 pupils as they prepare to move on to the next stage of their educational journey. We hope they thoroughly enjoyed their special leavers' day and the celebrations that marked the end of their time at Great Wishford. They leave us with wonderful memories, having contributed so much to school life during their years here. We are immensely proud of each and every one of them and all they have achieved. Whilst they will be greatly missed, we know they are more than ready for the exciting opportunities that lie ahead and we wish them every success and happiness for the future.

This final week has been a wonderful celebration of the children's achievements. Alongside our Year 6 leavers' events, we recognised those children who achieved Sapphire and Emerald Awards for their house points. We also enjoyed a very full Top Table celebration for all of the children who earned a Super Hero Award, followed by a special High Tea attended by parents for those children who accumulated more than 800 house points. I absolutely love celebrating the many successes of our pupils and recognising the different ways they shine throughout the year. Their effort, determination, kindness and commitment make us incredibly proud.

Looking ahead to next year, we already have so much to be excited about. I am delighted to share that we have once again been successful in securing a £6,000 grant from WMSET towards transport costs and educational visitors. This funding will enable us to continue providing enriching experiences beyond the classroom and we have begun planning some exciting trips and visits for the year ahead. We look forward to sharing further details with families in September.

We are also thrilled to welcome Mrs Askew back in the Spring Term to deliver her wonderful music lessons across the school. Her expertise and enthusiasm bring so much to our music curriculum, and we know the children will enjoy the many musical opportunities she brings.

As we prepare for September, there are some staffing changes to share. I would like to extend a huge thank you to Mrs Rideout for all of her support this year. She has made a valued contribution to our school community, and we wish her every success and happiness in the future.

I would also like to thank Mrs Scholes for her years of dedicated service as an MDSA and for the tremendous effort she invested in establishing our after-school club. Her care, commitment and enthusiasm have benefited countless children over the years, and we are extremely grateful for everything she has done.

I am delighted to announce that Miss Worthington has been successful at interview and will take on the role of WAC Lead. We know she will bring great energy and expertise to this position and we congratulate her on this well-deserved appointment.

To confirm our staffing structure is as follows:

Finally, I would like to wish all of our children and families a happy, restful and well-earned summer break. Thank you for your partnership and support throughout the year. We very much look forward to welcoming our learners back in September and beginning another exciting chapter together.

Have a wonderful summer.

Mrs Hannah Shillito

Headteacher

You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden…

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Matthew 5:14–16

Dear Friends,

It is amazing to think that we have come to the end of another school year, and so it seems the right moment to pause and celebrate all that our pupils, staff, and governors have achieved together. It has been a year marked by growth, resilience and creativity as well as determination, love and joy ~ qualities that shine so clearly from our Christian ethos.

Our wonderful learning community has continued to flourish with every pupil learning with curiosity and courage, asking big questions, supporting one another. Whether in the classroom, on the playground, or through acts of service, our pupils have shown what it means to live out Jesus’ call to love our neighbour and to let our light shine. Every Friday the Celebration Worship recognises and celebrates all this hard work.

May I thank our teachers and support staff for all they have done to make this year such a success, guiding, encouraging, and nurturing each pupil. Their dedication has created a school environment where every pupil is known and valued, and can flourish with confidence. Together, our staff live out the Christian vision of education as a place where wisdom, compassion, and joy grow hand-in-hand.

Our governors, too, have worked diligently behind the scenes, ensuring that our school remains a community rooted in care, safety, and purpose. With the support of the Acorn Trust and the wider community, the governors have ensured that the school stay true to its mission: to help every child become the person God created them to be.

We have much to be thankful for. As we start the summer holiday, may we all carry this spirit with us and be deeply thankful for all that has been and ever hopeful for all that is to come.

Loving God, thank you for this school year

for learning, friendship, and growth.

Bless our children with joy, our staff with rest

and our families with peace.

Keep us in your care until we gather again.

Amen.

With every blessing for a restful and joyful break,

Rev’d Jonathan

Rector,

Wylye and Till Valley Benefice

Thanks to your continued support at our events over the last school year, this is some of the money we have raised:

Mufti days - to date heading towards £200

Ice lollies - to date over £150

Hot dogs at sports day £122

Christmas hamper raffle £518

Christmas cards £86.75

Disco £168

Easyfundraising £38.49

These are the things we put the monies towards:

The Panto!

Easter Eggs

Santa Books

Mother & Father’s Day afternoon tea treats from the children

Leaver’s hoodies

New starter packs

Please don’t forget to use stikins with our special code 8419 and shop through the easyfundraising app, as we get money back every time you spend. If you have not downloaded the app already then please do, it’s really easy!

We are hoping to run a movie night and Halloween disco in the Autumn term as well as all the usual events for next year.

Have a great summer!