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Term 2 starts on Monday 27 October 2025 ............  School Starts at 8.40am & finishes at 3.10pm ........... Secondary place applications are now open - Year 6 parents must apply to KCC by 31 October 2025 ............ For reporting your child absent from school, please telephone 01227 464956 or email officemanager@parkside.kent.sch.uk before 9.00am ........... 

Upcoming Events

Secondary school applications - now open!

Oct

31

Secondary school applications are now open for Year 6 parents.

The deadline to apply for a secondary school place is 31st October 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the Kent County Council (KCC) website: www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/school-places/secondary-school-places 

If you have any questions or need support with the application process, please speak to Class Teacher Mrs Groombridge or contact Miss Fisher or Miss Perry in the school office.

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National Child Measurement Programme

Nov

03

As part of a nationwide health initiative, the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) will take place in our school on Monday, 3rd November 2025 for all children in Year 6.

The NCMP is run annually across England and involves measuring the height and weight of children to help build a national picture of child growth. The information gathered is used to plan better health and leisure services for families and may also be used to offer tailored advice and support to parents about their child’s weight, if needed.

Key Information for Parents:-

  • Measurements are carried out by trained healthcare professionals.
  • Children are measured fully clothed (without coats and shoes) in a private space, away from other pupils.
  • Children do not have to take part if they do not want to on the day, or if they are unable to.
  • No results are shared with the school or any other agency – only anonymised data is used.
  • Results are sent directly to you, and it is entirely your decision whether to discuss them with your child.

Opting Out
If you do not wish for your child to take part, you can opt out by completing the online form or calling 0300 123 5205 (option 2) by Friday, 19th September 2025.

For more details about the programme and for advice on how to talk to your child about weight, please visit the Kent Family website.

Thank you for your support in this important health initiative.

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Open Day

Nov

05

We are holding an Open Day for September 2026 Reception children!

Come and see what we have to offer on Wednesday 5th November 2025 between 9:30am and 10:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm or 5:00pm and 6:00pm.

Alternatively, call 01227 464956 to arrange a visit at any time.

We look forward to showing you around our wonderful school!

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Individual and Sibling Photos

Nov

12

Individual and sibling school photos will take place on Wednesday 12 November.

Please ensure your child comes to school in full school uniform, including appropriate footwear for their photo.

Parents and carers will be able to purchase the photos should they wish and will be sent information on how to order them.

This is a great opportunity to capture special memories of your little ones, so we appreciate your support in helping your child look their best on the day.

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Christmas Dinner Day

Dec

03

We’re excited to let you know that our annual Christmas Dinner Day will take place on Tuesday 3rd December.

There’s no need to pre-order; meals can be booked in the usual way. 

Payment for Christmas Dinner can be made via the Caterlink payment app. For children who usually receive free meals, Christmas Dinner will still be free of charge.

We’re looking forward to a festive and delicious day!

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