Oxon CE Primary School

Wake Up Wednesday 💙

Spending time outdoors can play an important role in children’s wellbeing, learning, confidence and development.

However, busy routines, safety concerns and limited access to outdoor space can make it harder for families, schools and carers to prioritise time in nature.

Our latest guide shares simple, practical ideas to help children reconnect with the natural world, including:
• Noticing wildlife during everyday routines
• Taking familiar activities outside
• Creating mini adventures
• Growing plants or building nature at home
• Using technology to identify birdsong, insects and wildlife
• Supporting older children with independence and sensible risk-taking

With realistic ideas for all ages, the guide helps make outdoor time feel accessible, enjoyable and worthwhile.

Read the guide here: https://vist.ly/5ctpa

And finally, we say farewell to Mr Rogers as he leaves our school after 25 years of dedicated leadership and service.

Mr Rogers has played a huge part in shaping our school into the thriving, caring and successful community it is today. Through his passion, vision and commitment to every child, he has inspired pupils, supported staff and created opportunities that will have a lasting impact for years to come.

On behalf of everyone in our school community, thank you for everything you have given. We wish you every happiness in the future and thank you for the legacy you leave behind. 🌟🏫❤️

A very special goodbye and heartfelt thank you to Mrs Haycocks, who retires today after years of dedicated service to our school community.

Her warmth and care have left a lasting impression on generations of pupils and families and her positive influence will be felt for many years to come. She has helped children grow in confidence, curiosity and independence, giving them the strongest possible start on their educational journey.

We wish Mrs Haycocks a long, happy and well-deserved retirement filled with new adventures, special memories and plenty of time to enjoy the things she loves. 🩵

To honour Mr Rogers’ lasting contribution to the performing arts at our school, we are proud to introduce the Mr Rogers Legacy Award for Performing Arts.

This award will be presented annually to a Year 6 pupil who has demonstrated outstanding commitment, talent, enthusiasm and dedication to the performing arts throughout their time at school.

A huge congratulations to Matilda, who has been chosen as the very first recipient of the award for her performances in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Oliver and Lion King. 💙

🌷 Our Year 1 bulbs have blossomed into beautiful planters! The children have loved watching them grow, and it's wonderful to see their hard work blooming into such colourful displays. Well done, Year 1!

I think it is safe to say that fun was had by all at the Leavers BBQ.

Thank you to to everyone who helped make it happen - the children loved it. 🩷

Well done to Harrison for being awarded the Year 6 Sports Award. A fantastic achievement! 💙

☀️💍 Our Year 2 Double Wedding was such a wonderful day! We enjoyed beautiful sunshine, fabulous dancing, delicious cake, amazing speeches, and some truly stunning outfits. Most of all, it was filled with smiles, laughter, and special memories that we’ll treasure for a long time. ❤️✨