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Earlies & Lates

Earlies & Lates bookings for the Summer Term will go live at 7pm on Tuesday 3rd February.  Please click the following link to submit your requests:

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EarliesandLatesBookingSummerTerm2026/

Bookings close at 8am Friday 13th February.
Lates are usually oversubscribed so it is advisable that you complete this form as soon as it goes live.

• Bookings will be on a first come first serve basis as places are limited.
• Please only book the dates required. Regular non-attendance will result in future bookings being cancelled.
• Parent Pay accounts must always be in credit. Arrears on the account will result in future booking being cancelled. Please also ensure childcare vouchers are credited before the session.
• Earlies will be £3.50 per session for the summer term and start 8am.
• Lates are £13.50 per session for the summer term and finish at 5.30pm.
• You are able to print your request once you have submitted your response.

Spring Term Curriculum Information

Please click HERE for details.

At last week’s meeting, the School Council agreed that having their own dedicated email account would help them work more efficiently. This is now up and running, and councillors will be checking it during their Friday meetings.

They also discussed which charity they would like to support this year and have chosen The British Heart Foundation. Keep an eye on future newsletters for updates as they begin planning an event to raise money for this important cause.

Our School Councillors also turned their attention to premises matters. Putting their new email account to good use, they contacted Mr Surman with a list of jobs around the site that they would like him to take a look at.

Will You Find the Emerald Ticket? ??

In celebration of World Book Day, we are thrilled to launch our annual, book-themed fundraising event: The Emerald Ticket Book Sale!

This event is all about the magic of discovery. For just £2.50, your child will receive a mystery, age-appropriate book to take home and keep. Each book will be gift-wrapped to keep the title a secret until the big reveal!

The Golden (Emerald!) Opportunity
Hidden inside a select few books are the elusive Emerald Tickets. If your child finds one tucked between the pages, they can bring it to the school office to swap it for an exciting prize!

How to Order

• Price: £2.50 per book

• When to Buy: Pre-orders open this Friday, 30th January and close on Friday, 13th February.

Where to Buy: All books must be pre-purchased via our SumUp store - 

https://dunalley-primary-school-ptfa.sumupstore.com/product/world-book-day-emerald-ticket-book

Delivery: Books will be hand-delivered to children in their classrooms on World Book Day (Thursday, 5th March).

"Pay-it-Forward": Sharing the Love of Reading

We want every child at our school to experience the excitement of unwrapping a new book. When you visit our SumUp store, you will see an option to "Pay-it-Forward." By purchasing an extra book, you are generously providing a mystery gift for a child whose family may otherwise be unable to afford one. We thank you in advance for your incredible kindness and community spirit.

Reading for a Better Playground
While we are focused on fostering a lifelong love of reading, this event also has a very practical goal. All profits raised from the Emerald Ticket sales will go directly into our fundraising pot for new playground equipment. By buying a book, you’re helping us improve our outdoor space for all the children to enjoy!

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Our Upcoming Valentines-Themed Cake Sale!

Get your aprons ready and your sweet tooth primed! We are delighted to announce that our next PTFA Cake Sale is just around the corner.

Event Details

• When: Wednesday, 11th February

• Where: The School Playground

• Time: 3:15 PM onwards

Calling All Bakers!

Whether you are a "Star Baker" or a "Store-Bought Superstar," we would love your contributions. Donations can be dropped off at the school office on the morning of the sale.

[IMPORTANT] Strictly Nut-Free: To ensure the safety of all our students, please remember that all donations—whether home-baked or store-bought—must be strictly nut-free. If providing store-bought items, please leave them in their original packaging so ingredients can be easily checked.

Important Information for Buyers

To ensure everyone enjoys the sale safely, please note the following:

• Accompanied Purchases: We kindly ask that children are accompanied by an adult when purchasing cakes. This is to ensure that parents and guardians can personally check for any specific allergies or dietary requirements before a purchase is made.

• Pricing: Most items will range from 50p to £2.00. Please try to bring small change where possible! But card payments will be accepted.

We can’t wait to see the amazing variety of treats on display. Thank you for your continued support in making our PTFA events a success!

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Upcoming Parent Webinars: Spring 2026

We are pleased to share a series of free, expert-led webinars hosted by Parentkind. These sessions cover a variety of important topics to help support your child's wellbeing, safety, and learning.

• Parenting Styles: Finding the Balance Between Love and Limits * Date: Tuesday 3rd February | 7.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Focus: Discover the "sweet spot" between warmth and structure, and how small shifts in parenting can improve cooperation at home.

• Keeping Your Child Safe Online (Primary Focused) * Date: Wednesday 11th February | 7.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Focus: Learn a behavioural approach to online safety to help reduce your child's vulnerability and build digital resilience.

• Helping Your Child Develop a Love of Reading * Date: Tuesday 3rd March | 7.00pm – 8.00pm

  • Focus: Expert tips from The Open University on making reading a fun, daily part of family life.

• Thriving Socially, Emotionally, and Personally * Date: Tuesday 10th March | 7.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Focus: Practical ideas to help children of all ages thrive and build lifelong resilience.

• Understanding Your Child’s Developing Brain * Date: Thursday 12th March | 12.30pm – 1.30pm

  • Focus: Insights from Oxford University professors on supporting your child’s growth and mental wellbeing.

• Neurodiversity & Mental Health: Advocacy and Affirmative Parenting * Date: Wednesday 18th March | 7.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Focus: Approaches to better understand neurodivergent needs and create a supportive environment at home and school.

• From Meltdowns to Mindfulness: Practical Tools for Peaceful Parenting * Date: Wednesday 25th March | 7.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Focus: Techniques for navigating "emotional storms" with empathy and confidence.

How to Book: All webinars are held online via Zoom and are free to attend. To view full details and book your place, please visit the Parentkind Webinars Page.

Our KS2 Tag Rugby team enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of sport as they took on both Lakeside Primary School and Swindon Village Primary School on Tuesday 27th February. Our  mixed squad of 12 Year 6 boys and girls demonstrated superb skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the event.

The team got off to a brilliant start with an impressive 12–3 victory over Lakeside. Their quick passing, confident tagging, and excellent communication helped them take control of the match from the first whistle.

Their second game, against Swindon Village, was a much closer contest. Both teams showed great attacking play and strong defence, but Dunalley held their nerve in a tense finish to secure a narrow 8–7 win. The match showcased the children’s resilience and ability to stay focused under pressure.

Across both games, the team displayed fantastic rugby skills—supporting one another, creating space, and working seamlessly as a unit. Every player contributed to the team’s success, and they should all feel incredibly proud of their performance.

A huge thank you to all the parents and carers who helped transport the children to and from the venue—your support is greatly appreciated and made the afternoon possible.

Our KS2 girls football team put in a fantastic performance in their recent match against St Mark’s Primary School. Although we lost the match, our girls showed incredible determination from start to finish and never stopped battling.

The team, made up of players from Years 4, 5 and 6, demonstrated brilliant teamwork throughout the game. They supported one another, communicated well, and kept their heads held high even when the match became challenging. For several of our girls, this was their very first experience of playing in a competitive football match, and they approached it with confidence, enthusiasm, and a fantastic attitude.

A huge thank you to all the families who came along to cheer the team on. Your support from the side lines made a real difference and helped encourage the girls right to the final whistle.

Next fixture – Thursday 5^th February vs Springbank Primary School

Dear Parents & Carers,

We’re delighted to be returning this February Half Term, bringing our award-winning Atlas Camps Holiday Club back for another fun-filled week of childcare that children love and parents trust.

Our February Holiday Club is packed with engaging, age-appropriate activities designed to keep children active, smiling and inspired throughout the school holidays. From energetic sports and team games to creative challenges, themed activities and plenty of opportunities to make new friends, every day is carefully planned to be safe, inclusive and full of excitement. All sessions are delivered by our experienced, friendly team in your familiar school environment, giving you peace of mind whilst your little ones enjoy an unforgettable holiday experience.

We’d love to welcome your child along this February. Please see the attached flyer for full details, or visit atlascamps.co.uk/holiday-clubs to find out more and book your place. We can’t wait to see lots of familiar and new faces very soon!

Kind regards,
The Atlas Camps Team