Low Ash Primary

We continue to be incredibly proud of the way our children have settled into the new school year. Visitors regularly comment on the positive attitudes, excellent manners and enthusiasm for learning that they see around school. Thank you for your ongoing support in helping us uphold the high expectations that make Low Ash such a positive place to learn.

Attendance remains one of the biggest factors in helping children achieve their full potential. Every lesson matters, and even occasional days away from school can quickly add up over the course of a year. Thank you to the many families who work hard to ensure children arrive on time and are in school every day possible. If you are experiencing any difficulties that may be affecting your child's attendance, please contact school so that we can work together to provide support. Consistent attendance helps children build confidence, maintain friendships and make the most of every learning opportunity.

Well done all the children who had 100% attendance this week.

This week's attendance - 96.5% - we're back above the 96% mark which is brilliant!

This year's attendance so far - 96.2%

Reception & KS1 classes of the week were 2R and 2W both with 98.7% attendance!

KS2 class of the week is, once again, 5B with 99% attendance!

Your child's attendance is now shown on the new version of Marvellous Me for Year 1 to Year 6 children. Please note that a session is a half day so, if it says your child has been absent for 4 sessions, this is 2 full days.

As we move further into autumn, we are beginning to see the usual increase in coughs, colds and seasonal illnesses. Most children can continue to attend school with minor coughs and colds if they feel well enough to take part in learning. Thank you for helping us to keep our school community healthy by encouraging good handwashing habits and informing the office promptly if your child is absent.

Some good news following feedback - we have been able to alter the booking system to allow parents and carers to book right up until the start of breakfast club or after school care.

If you no longer need a session you will also be able to cancel this too before the session starts.

This gives you greater flexibility. Please remember to make sure your child is booked on using the system so we know to expect them.

If you are struggling with booking, please contact the office and we will try and help.

A reminder that, from Wednesday 11th November, we will begin a formal consultation with parents regarding the proposed academisation of Low Ash Primary School. As part of this process, we will be holding two information sessions for parents and carers on 11th November, at 9.15am and 2.00pm, led by Duncan Jacques, CEO of Exceed Academies Trust, and Ruth Jarvis, COO of Exceed Academies Trust. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the proposal, ask questions and share your views.

If you would like to know more about the Trust, you can visit their website here Exceed Academies Trust - Home

Last week, it was Year 6 but this week, Year 5 took to their bikes in Bikeability and have made fantastic progress. A number of children started to ride a bike for the very first time. Other children developed their skills and are ready for the Level 2 road sessions which we are aiming to take place in Year 6.

Year 6 were extremely lucky to welcome Mr McKniff into class this week, who shared his great, great uncle's diaries from WW2. For example, he was able to read the diary entry for September 1st 1939, the day which Germany invaded Poland. This was so engaging for the children, as it really brought the topic to life.

A huge thank you to all of the families who continue to support reading at home. Reading regularly remains one of the most effective ways to improve vocabulary, comprehension, writing and confidence across the curriculum. Just ten minutes of reading each day can make a significant difference over time. Please continue to listen to your child read, talk about books together and celebrate their achievements as readers.

On Thursday, Low Ash Primary’s under 11s Girls went up against a strong Blakehill primary team.

We had lots of girls playing their first ever competitive football match. They showed lots of grit, determination and the most important thing, had lots of fun.

Well done girls!

To enhance our playtime provision even further, we are looking for donations of a few key items that Low Ash children love to use in their imaginative and creative play. If you have any unwanted pushchairs (real ones rather than toy versions), office wheely chairs, dressing-up clothes, or even clean adult clothes, shoes, hats, bags or accessories that are no longer needed, we would be delighted to give them a new home. These resources provide fantastic opportunities for children to develop their creativity, communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills during playtimes. Any donations would be gratefully received. If you have anything of use, please either bring it to the playground at school drop off and leave it with Mr. Singh or drop it off at the school office. Thank you for your support.

If your child is starting Nursery or Reception in September 2027 and you are unsure which school to choose, then take advantage of the tours we are offering on the dates outlined below. If you have any friends of family members in the same position, please share the dates. All tours will be led by a member of the school's leadership team.

Monday 19th October - 10am

Thursday 5th November - 10am

Wednesday 11th November - 6.00pm

Friday 13th November - 10am

Thursday 3rd December - 9.30am (this tour is being led by the Inclusion Leader so, if you are wanting more information about how Low Ash caters for our wide range of needs, this tour might be the one for you!

Wednesday 9th December - 9.30am

Wednesday 6th January - 11.00am

Looking for something to do with the family this autumn? Here are some fantastic free events taking place across the Bradford district:

🛍️ Shipley Artisan Market
Date: 10 October 2026
Cost: Free entry
Browse local crafts, gifts, food and drink stalls in the centre of Shipley.

🎨 Free Exhibitions at Salts Mill and the National Science and Media Museum
Dates: Throughout autumn 2026
Cost: Free
Discover exhibitions by David Hockney, Ian Beesley and the interactive Setting the Stage: 70 Years of the Eurovision Song Contest exhibition.

⛪Free activities at Bradford Cathedral

Dates: Half term holiday

Cost: Free

During the half term, there are a number of activities taking place at Bradford Cathedral. There will be doing autumn crafts and colouring, family-friendly guided tours of the Cathedral at 11:30am and 2:30pm, or you could do one of the Cathedral Trails with your family, spotting interesting things along the way.

Booking is advised for these sessions to avoid disappointment.

Half-Term Family Activities (Afternoon Session) - Bradford Cathedral

For a full list of free events taking place across the district, visit It's On In Bradford: Browse free events and Visit Bradford: Free events and activities. [Free Event...n Bradford], [visitbradford.com]

Thursday 8th October - Cross Country event

Friday 9th October - Flu vaccine for Year R - Year 6

Tuesday 13th October - Cross Country Event

Wednesday 14th October - Parent and Carer consultation evening

Thursday 15th October - Parent and carer consultation evening

Thursday 15th October - Year 1 local Geography visit

Friday 16th October - Fluoride varnish team in school for Nursery, Reception and Year 1

Thursday 22nd October - Inclusion games

Thursday 22nd October - Orchard local area visit

Friday 23rd October - School breaks up for half term

Thursday 5th November - Shipley Showcase (parents and carers will be invited into school at various times)

Wednesday 11th November - Parent and carer presentations by Exceed's CEO and COO (9.15am and 2.00pm)

Thursday 3rd December - Reception Christmas Lights trip - 4.15-6.00

Monday 7th December - KS1 Nativity dress rehearsal 9.30

Tuesday 8th December - KS1 Nativity 9.30

Wednesday 9th December - KS1 Nativity 2.00

Thursday 10th December - EYFS Christmas sing along and crafts 9.00 - 10.45 and 1.30 - 3.00

This week, you will find a guide linked to 'Looksmaxxing', an online trend linked to improving your appearance.

For all of our online safety advice, please visit our website (link below):

Online Safety | Low Ash Primary School

We also have other guides which might be of use which can be found here:

Family Support | Low Ash Primary School

We hope you all have a lovely weekend and we will see you on Monday.