The Manor School

🎒📚 Giving every child the very best start to school.

We are delighted to be providing all new Reception starters across our primary schools with a Transition Bag as they prepare for this exciting next step in their educational journey.

Filled with informative leaflets, a storybook, creative resources and activities to enjoy at home, the bags are designed to support children and families before they start school, helping young learners build confidence and develop key skills. Over 1,000 bags will be distributed across our schools for our September Reception Staters.

At The White Horse Federation, we are committed to giving every child the very best start in life and believe that strong partnerships between home and school are key to helping children thrive from day one.

To find out more, visit: https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/news/2026-07-27-twhf-gifts-educational-book-bag-to-new-reception-pupils-25

🌞 Schools out for summer!! 🌞

As we wrap up the academic year, The White Horse Federation would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Staff, Students, and Parents. Your support and commitment have been at the heart of everything we've accomplished this year.

We're so proud of everything we've achieved together, from classroom successes to community celebrations. By supporting one another, embracing new opportunities, and celebrating success, we've continued Inspiring Lives across our schools every day.

Now it's time to rest, recharge, and enjoy a well-deserved break! 🌞

Have a safe and restful summer. We'll see you in September! 💚

Last week, Year 6 shared their production of Matilda with their parents and the rest of the school. They performed beautifully with some phenomenal acting and singing, some blew us away with their natural performing talent. Well done Year 6 and thank you to Year 5 for being their choir.

🏅TWHF Primary Sporting Excellence Highlights 2026 🏅

We're proud to celebrate another fantastic year of sporting achievement with the publication of our Primary Sporting Excellence 2026 Highlights Book.

From athletics and football to swimming, netball and inclusive sports, students across our Trust have demonstrated teamwork, resilience and ambition throughout the year.

Read the full story and explore the highlights book here: https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/news/2026-07-16-twhf-primary-sporting-excellence-2026-15

What a fantastic Sports Day! 🌞🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Despite the hot weather last Friday, our pupils showed incredible determination, resilience and enthusiasm throughout the day. It was wonderful to see everyone giving their best, cheering each other on and demonstrating outstanding sportsmanship in every event. Whether competing, supporting teammates or encouraging friends, every child should be proud of their efforts.

A huge well done to all of our participants and a big thank you to the staff, PTA and our families for helping to make the day such a success! Miss Deedigan 🙂

Last Wednesday, the Year 4 children gave a wonderful music performance to parents and demonstrated great enthusiasm, confidence, and dedication throughout. They worked hard to learn their songs and musical pieces, showing excellent focus and perseverance during rehearsals. The children performed with pride and expression, showcasing their growing musical skills.

On Wednesday, the children thoroughly enjoyed taking part in their Taekwon-Do workshops with Grand Master Don Deedigan. Throughout the sessions, they learned the importance of respect, self-discipline, and listening carefully to instructions, while also developing their confidence and teamwork skills. They showed great enthusiasm and determination during the workshops and were proud of the new skills they had learned. During the session, Miss Deedigan also re-created a photo with her father from her own school days!

On Tuesday, Reception class made their way to Bournemouth Beach🏖️

They had a wonderful time making sandcastles, hiding their lunches from the sneaky seagulls, dipping their toes in the sea, and finishing the day with an ice cream.

Their behaviour was amazing, and they represented our school brilliantly. We are so proud of how well they behaved and the enthusiasm they showed throughout the trip.

It was a fantastic day full of fun, laughter, and memorable experiences for everyone involved!

✨ Open Days at The Manor C of E Primary School ✨
We are delighted to invite prospective families to visit our wonderful school! Come and explore our learning environment, take part in activities, and hear from our Head Teacher.

📅 Open Day Dates & Times:

17th September 2026 – 9:30am & 1:30pm
13th October 2026 – 9:30am & 1:30pm
16th November 2026 – 9:30am & 1:30pm
10th December 2026 – 9:30am & 1:30pm

📍 Discover what makes The Manor such a special place to learn and grow.

📲 Book your place by scanning the QR code or using the link: https://tinyurl.com/32tbzthn

Can’t make these dates? Please contact us to arrange an alternative date or time.
Email: [email protected]
Or call: 01225 700150

We look forward to welcoming you! 🌟

🍎🖋️📚National Thank a Teacher Day 🍎🖋️📚

As the day draws to a close, we would like to recognise and thank all the teachers and support staff across The White Horse Federation.

National Thank a Teacher Day gives us a moment to pause and acknowledge the dedication, care and expertise that staff bring to their roles every day. From the classroom to behind the scenes, their work has a lasting impact on our pupils’ learning, confidence and wellbeing.

Thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and for Inspiring young Lives with greater opportunity and choice across our Trust.