Haydon Wick Primary School

🍎🖋️📚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.

🎉 Ridgefest 2026 is here! 🎉

This year, at Ridgeway School, we are combining the Summer Showcase (organised by CPA) and Summer Fete (organised by FOR:CE) into one big event!

📅 Friday 10th July 2026
⏰ 4:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Ridgeway School

🌞 Join us for:
Live Music | Performances | Crafts | Stalls | Food | Activities

✨ Free entry (donations welcome)

🚫 Please note we are a nut-free and alcohol-free site.

We look forward to seeing you there!

🎉 We’re celebrating fantastic news across The White Horse Federation! ✨

We’re proud to share that TWHF has been shortlisted for not one, but two prestigious TES Schools Awards – widely known as the “Oscars of Education”

✅ Trust of the Year > more than 10 Schools
✅ Early Years Setting of the Year (Zouch Academy)

This recognition reflects the dedication, passion, and expertise of colleagues across our Trust, as well as the incredible work taking place every day in our schools to support children and communities.

A huge congratulations to everyone involved – and especially to the team at Zouch Academy for their well-deserved nomination. 👏

🔗 Read more about our nominations and the full story here: https://bit.ly/4u2WSFn

TWHF Shortlisted for Two Awards at ‘The Oscars of Education’ The White Horse Federation has been recognised in two categories including Trust of the Year

📚 National Primary Offer Day 📚

Today, families across the UK will find out where their child will start their primary school journey. Starting school is a big step, and at The White Horse Federation we’re here to support you every step of the way.

At The White Horse Federation, we understand that starting school is a significant step for both children and families. If you have any concerns or uncertainties about your child’s allocation, please be reassured that there is plenty of support available to help make the transition as smooth and positive as possible.

👉 Read our full article to find out what happens next and how we support new families: https://haydonwick.swindon.sch.uk/news/2026-04-16-national-primary-offer-day-2026-8

HIRING NOW!

Pupil Services Administrator at Haydon Wick Primary School

Based in North Swindon, Haydon Wick Primary School is a warm, friendly, thriving school dedicated to providing outstanding opportunities for our children aged 4-11, ensuring they are supported and challenged within a caring environment. . In our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024), the school was rated OUTSTANDING in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community. We are proud of our school, our pupils, and their successes. We aim to make the learning experience varied and inclusive and remain ambitious in our desire to achieve excellence for all.

We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for an organised and effective administrator to join our hard-working office team as a Pupil Services Administrator, providing high quality support in our school office. If you are looking to continue your school administration career in a challenging and rewarding role within our school, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help our school be the very best it can be for our children.

If you are interested, apply now : https://tinyurl.com/cx2cbhee

We're Hiring!

Class Teacher - Starting 30th April
Class Teacher - Starting 1st September

Based in North Swindon, Haydon Wick Primary School is a warm, friendly, thriving school dedicated to providing outstanding opportunities for our children aged 4-11, ensuring they are supported and challenged within a caring environment. . In our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024), the school was rated OUTSTANDING in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community. We are proud of our school, our pupils, and their successes. We aim to make the learning experience varied and inclusive and remain ambitious in our desire to achieve excellence for all.

We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for an inspirational and creative Class Teacher to join us. If you are looking to continue your teaching career in a challenging and rewarding role within our school, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help every child in our school reach their full potential.

Apply Today : https://tinyurl.com/3xv8399a

🌟 We’re proud to announce that The White Horse Federation has been shortlisted for TWO MAT Excellence Awards! 🌟

We’ve been shortlisted for:
✨ MAT of the Year – Large Trust
✨ Transformation & Impact

With 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding, a 12% rise in pupil outcomes, and £6 million reinvested into education, these nominations highlight the incredible work of our colleagues, pupils, and families across the trust.

👏 A huge well done to everyone across TWHF! Together, we’re making a real difference.

🔗 Read more: https://thewhitehorsefederation.org.uk/news/2026-03-04-twhf-shortlisted-for-two-mat-excellence-awards

🌟 Happy World Book Day!🌟

World Book Day is a wonderful reminder of how books spark imagination, build confidence, and inspire creativity in every child. And with 2026 being celebrated as the National Year of Reading — a nationwide campaign designed to help children (and adults!) rediscover the joy of reading — it feels like the perfect time to inspire even more stories, adventures, and book‑loving magic in our school community.

Whether they’re discovering new adventures, meeting exciting characters, or sharing stories with friends, we love seeing our pupils enjoy the world of books. 💛

If your child creates a story or illustration at home, we’d love to see it! ✨

Let’s continue to grow a love of reading together. 💛📖

📢 National Secondary Offer Day

A huge congratulations to all families receiving secondary school offers today — especially our wonderful Year 6 cohort! 🎉

If your child has been offered a place at one of our secondary schools, we’re delighted to welcome you to our community. We look forward to supporting your child as they begin this exciting new chapter.

Please make sure to accept your offer with your local authority as soon as possible to secure the place.

Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for important onboarding information from our secondary schools.
We can’t wait to meet our new Year 7 students in September! 🌟

💚 Children’s Mental Health Week 2026: ‘This Is My Place’ 💚

This week, schools across The White Horse Federation are joining hundreds of settings up and down the country to celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week 2026. This national event, led by the children’s mental health charity Place2Be, runs from 9–15 February 2026 and focuses on supporting young people’s wellbeing through belonging and connection.

The official theme for this year is ‘This Is My Place’ — a powerful reminder of the importance of creating environments where children feel valued, included, and truly able to say “I belong here.” The theme emphasises how a strong sense of belonging in families, friendships and school communities can significantly support children’s mental health and wellbeing.

Across our trust, schools have been embracing this message in their own creative ways, helping pupils explore what belonging means to them. One example is when Larkhill pupils took part in a powerful activity during Forest School. The children were invited to write down their worries and then safely placed them onto an outdoor fire. This really helped them think about the worries that we can and cannot control and to let go of what we cannot control.

Why ‘This Is My Place’ Matters

Research and national guidance highlight the importance of belonging in helping children build confidence, resilience and identity. Place2Be notes that feeling accepted within school and community spaces plays a vital role in mental wellbeing and helps children thrive.

By taking part in Children’s Mental Health Week, our schools reinforce their commitment to creating nurturing, inclusive environments where every pupil feels safe, supported and empowered.

Continuing the Conversation 💬

Children’s Mental Health Week is just one moment in the year — but the message lasts much longer. We encourage families and staff to continue supporting children’s wellbeing by:

- Checking in regularly
- Listening without judgement
- Celebrating individuality
- Creating safe spaces where every child feels they belong

Together, we can make every school, every classroom, and every playground a place where children feel they can say with confidence: “This is my place.”

Find out more at : https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/childrens-mental-health-week/