Our young singers have been working hard this term, and today they had the chance to share their voices beyond the school grounds. From the moment we arrived, the residents greeted us with warmth and excitement. As the choir began to sing, you could see faces light up across the room — smiles, tapping feet, and even a few happy tears.

What stood out most was the genuine connection formed between the children and the residents. Music has a special way of bridging generations, and today was a beautiful reminder of how powerful that connection can be. The performance was incredibly well received, and the children left feeling proud, energised, and inspired.

A huge well done to our choir for representing Newman Primary with such confidence, kindness, and joy. And thank you to the care home staff and residents for welcoming us so warmly! 🎤✨

Winter camps are a great way for children to stay connected with friends, explore new interests, and make the most of their time away from school in a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

Please see the attachment below for more information, including dates, registration links, and program descriptions.

Rotherham College open day, Eastwood Lane, Rotherham, S65 1EG

Saturday 15^th November 9:30 am– 2:00 pm
We will be hosting a series of talks on the day:

• T Levels Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
• Apprenticeships Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
• 3 Year Skills and Progression Plans Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
  Learn more about our tailored 3-year skills and progression plans designed for SEND, High Needs and Vulnerable learners.
• Momentous Football Academy Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am

Other dates
Saturday 24^th January 2026 9:30am – 12:00pm
Saturday 14^th March 2026 9:30am – 12:00pm

Dearne Valley College, Manvers Park, Wath upon Dearne, Swinton, Rotherham, S63 7EW

Saturday 22^nd November 2025 9:30amm – 12:00pm
We will be hosting a series of talks on the day:

• T Levels Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
• Apprenticeships Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
• 3 Year Skills and Progression Plans Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am
  Learn more about our tailored 3-year skills and progression plans designed for SEND, High Needs and Vulnerable learners.
• Momentous Football Academy Talks: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am

Other dates
Saturday 31st January 2026 9:30am – 12:00pm

Doncaster college Open Day, The Hub, Chappell Drive, Doncaster, DN1 2RF

Thursday, January 22^nd 2026 4.30pn-7.00pm

Thomas Rotherham College, S60 2BE

Tuesday 4^th November 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Thursday 19^th March 2026 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Sheffield College, City Campus, Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RL

Thursday 23^rd October 2025 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday 12^th November 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Thursday 22^nd January 4:00pm – 7:00pm

They are offering a new 8-week positive parenting course. Please see the attached documents for information.

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is creating a new Children’s Strategy – a plan that highlights why Rotherham is a fantastic place to grow up.

They would love to hear from children, families, and the community. Please share your thoughts by completing the short survey in the attachment below.

Looking for fun, educational activities this summer? Skills Street, a trusted external provider, is offering a range of exciting opportunities for young people and families during the Summer Holidays. These sessions are designed to inspire creativity, build skills, and make learning fun.

Family STEAM Sessions (Ages 5–14)

Get hands-on with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths) through these interactive half-day sessions, perfect for family learning:

• Be STEMM-WISE – Summer @ Skills Street
• Fun with Flight – Summer @ Skills Street
• Build it Green – Summer @ Skills Street
• Creative Crafting – Make it @ Skills Street

Each session focuses on exploration, creativity, and problem-solving through engaging activities.
📍 Learn more and book here: Skills Street – Family Learning Sessions

Survival Skills Camp (Ages 14–18)

On Air, Land and Sea Survival Skills Camp
This two-part experience is designed for older teens and delivered in collaboration with the British Army. Participants will build real-world resilience, teamwork, and practical life skills in an action-packed environment.

📍 Details and booking: Army Skills Camp @ Skills Street

📩 Please see below for the latest Online Safety Newsletters, packed with tips on keeping children safe online, guidance on popular apps and platforms, and strategies for encouraging healthy digital habits at home and in school.

We encourage all parents, carers, and staff to take a few moments to read through and share these important updates.

The six-session programme covers:

• Understanding autism
• Understanding autistic identity
• Stress and anxiety/understanding behaviour
• Health and wellbeing
• Puberty
• Education/planning for the future.

The Teen Life programme aims to empower parents and supporting professionals to understand more about autism and discuss useful strategies on how to support autistic teenagers. 

Please read the leaflet below to find out more.

The students eagerly participated, letting their creativity run wild as they designed vibrant and imaginative eggs. The competition saw eggs transformed into everything from intricate robots to colourful depictions of wildlife. Annali, the judge, was amazed by the ingenuity and effort displayed by all the participants, and the event fostered a sense of community and excitement amongst the pupils. 

On Thursday 23rd January, staff and children from Newman School welcomed visitors to thank them for all the support in their mini-bus appeal.

Thanks to the generosity of parents, carers, local business, the local press and a bequest from an ex-student we managed to raise over £50,000.

Many young people wrote thank you letters and expressed their thanks on the day.

The event was a testament to the strong community spirit and the power of collective effort, illustrating how, when people come together with a shared goal, incredible things can happen.

The day was filled with heartfelt thanks, joyful laughter, and a sense of pride that resonated throughout the school. It was a perfect example of how unity and kindness can lead to meaningful change, leaving a lasting impact on everyone involved.

Students also took part in a 'Dragon's Den' session as part of the day, where they were able to quiz employers directly about their businesses and their own job roles. Students had prepared questions in advance and shown real confidence in interacting with the employers. 

The event provided a valuable platform for students to explore potential career paths and gain insights into various industries. It was an inspiring experience that encouraged students to think critically about their futures and broaden their understanding of the opportunities available to them. Teachers and staff were proud to see students engage so enthusiastically, demonstrating both curiosity and initiative. Such events play a crucial role in preparing students for the next steps in their educational and professional journeys, fostering a proactive attitude towards career development.

We are truly grateful for this thoughtful gift and will utilise these resources to help our students achieve a successful future.

This visit proved to be highly informative for everyone involved, and Newman is eager to collaborate with Gripple again for work shadowing opportunities. This will allow some of their students to gain first-hand experience in various roles within the company.