Oct
14
We're delighted to welcome Carmel Jane Photography to school on Wednesday 14 October 2026 for our annual individual and sibling photographs.
We kindly ask that all children come to school in their full, smart school uniform and looking photo-ready for the day. This helps us ensure everyone looks their very best for their individual and sibling photographs.
To ensure you receive your child's photographs as soon as they are available, all parents and carers are asked to pre-register before photo day via the Carmel Jane Photography website: https://www.carmeljaneshop.co.uk/
Don't miss out – pre-register today! We look forward to capturing some wonderful smiles on the day.
Oct
16
We will be celebrating Harvest Festival on Friday 16 October with a special assembly in school for the children. During the assembly, pupils will learn about the importance of Harvest and how we can support those in our local community who may need extra help.
As in previous years, we will be collecting donations for Canterbury Food Bank and would be grateful for any contributions. Please ensure that any donations are items accepted by the food bank, such as long-life, non-perishable foods.
Suggested donations include:
Tinned vegetables, soup, meat or fish
Pasta, rice and noodles
Tinned tomatoes and pasta sauces
Breakfast cereals and porridge oats
Tea, coffee and long-life milk
Baked beans and tinned pulses
Biscuits and crackers
Tinned fruit and custard
Thank you for helping us support this important local cause and make a difference to families in our community.
Oct
19
Get ready for our Hallowinner Attendance Competition taking place during the last week of term, from 19th to 23rd October!
Pupils who attend school every day during the week will be able to colour in their attendance pumpkin for the chance to win a prize.
This fun Halloween-themed challenge is a great way to celebrate excellent attendance and encourage pupils to be in school every day, ready to learn, achieve and enjoy time with their friends. We can't wait to see lots of fully coloured pumpkins by the end of the week!
Oct
21
We will be holding a parents evening on Wednesday 21st October 2026 This will give you the opportunity to meet with your child’s class teacher and discuss the progress they are making and all the wonderful things that they have been doing.
Appointments will be available from 2:30pm until 6:50pm and can be made via the appointment sheet your child’s teacher will bring out at the end of the school day.
Please note that the school day will be finishing at 2:10pm to allow us to have time to see all the parents. Your child/children will need to be collected from their usual collection point. After 2:15pm you will need to come to the school office.
Oct
22
On Thursday 22 October, Year 6 will take part in an exciting Maya Workshop at Kent Life.
During the workshop, children will discover what the ancient Maya believed in, learn about their gods and religious rituals, and explore how they communicated through symbols and stories. With plenty of fascinating facts and hands-on learning, pupils will gain a deeper understanding of this remarkable civilisation and the beliefs that shaped Maya life.
Please ensure your child arrives at school promptly between 8:40am and 8:50am on the day of the trip so that registration can be completed and the coach can depart on time. Children should attend in full school uniform and be dressed appropriately for the weather.
If your child requires a school packed lunch, please inform the school as soon as possible. Packed lunches will be provided free of charge for children eligible for Free School Meals.
We will keep parents updated throughout the day, including any changes to travel arrangements or expected return times, via Class Dojo.
We look forward to a memorable and engaging experience for all involved.
Nov
02
If your child is currently in Year 6, you can now apply for a secondary school place for your child for September 2027 via the Kent County Council website.
The deadline for applying for your child's place is 2 November 2026.
Nov
11
We are delighted to invite prospective Year R families to our Open Day on Wednesday 11 November, offering the perfect opportunity to visit our school, meet our staff, and discover all that Parkside has to offer.
School tours will be taking place between:
At Parkside, we offer all our pupils:
If you are unable to attend our Open Day but would like to arrange a school tour for an alternative time, please call the school office on 01227 464956.
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