Low Ash Primary

It has been a wonderfully busy half term at Low Ash with children taking part in a wide range of learning experiences, trips and enrichment activities. The enthusiasm, resilience and positivity shown by our pupils has been a real credit to them.

Today we say goodbye and good luck to Miss Coope who has been working at Low Ash for 15 years. We wish her every happiness and success in her new role at a school in Leeds where we are sure she will make her mark with her strong relationships with pupils and incredible talent for arts and crafts.

We wish everyone a relaxing and well-deserved break and look forward to an equally exciting half term ahead, filled with new opportunities and experiences for every child.

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

This week's attendance is a disappointing 94.7%. Hopefully after the break we will see a much higher weekly attendance.

This year's attendance so far - 96.2%

Reception & KS1 class of the week is 2R with 96.7% attendance!

KS2 class of the week is 3W with a fantastic 100% attendance!

Please note - if your child has sickness and/or diarrhoea, please allow 48 hours since their last episode before they return to school.

Congratulations to all the members of the School Council who were introduced to the school on Monday. They will be meeting regularly with Mrs Woolford and will be making an action plan for the year very shortly.

Year 2 went on a walk to identify the different types of houses that are in our local area. The children enjoyed making a tally of all of the houses that they saw and discussed them with their partner.

Y3 loved their field trip to Shipley railway station earlier this week. They saw lots of different types of traffic, main roads and residential roads as well as train tracks. 3SB were even lucky enough to see the London train! Year 3 discussed similarities and differences between the modes of transport and thought about ways to improve them.

Orchard Class had a fantastic time travelling on the minibus for Shipley Showcase. Before their journey they learnt some Makaton signs for singing The Wheels on the Bus. During the journey on the minibus, the children spotted lots of important places and people who help to keep them safe in the community. They drove past the fire station and police station and pressed the sound button which made a siren noise. They were very excited to see an ambulance drive past with its blue lights flashing! They ended their journey seeing and making the sounds of the animals they could spot on Shipley Glen. In class the children have been making their own fire engine, painting police cars and identifying emergency workers.

Y5 enjoyed a Geography field trip to Northcliffe Park and Shipley Glen, exploring how local green spaces are used by the community. The children investigated the different activities people enjoy in these spaces and considered why they are so important to local people and the environment.

We are really looking forward to sharing the fantastic Geography work the children have been doing at the Shipley Showcase event on Thursday 5th November. Please queue on Wrose Road and a member of staff will let you know when you can come through into school.

9.00-9.30 Nursery & Reception

9.30-10.00 Year 1 & Year 2

10.00-10.30 Year 3 & Year 4

11.00-11.30 Year 5

11.30-12.00 Year 6

12.30-1.00 Nursery pm - please meet at the Nursery where you drop off.

3.15-4.00 You may come after school as a family – please go via the main school reception after collecting your child from their classroom.

Parents/Carers are invited to see how the new Scrapshed has enhanced our playtimes and lunchtimes. Please see below the dates and timings of when you can come to school and join in with the fun.

For the morning sessions, please drop your child off and wait outside your child’s classroom and they will join you from 9.00-9.30. Please then leave through the pedestrian gate from the playground to Wrose Road.

For the afternoon sessions, please wait outside the pedestrian entrance gate into the playground. You can then wait next to the Scrapshed where your child will join you. Once the session is finished, please wait outside your child’s class until home time.

Thank you for your continued support.

Tuesday 3rd November

9.00-9.30 5B

2.30-3.00 5W

Wednesday 4th November

9.00-9.30 2R

2.30-3.00 2W

Thursday 5th November

Reception Base 1 & Reception Base 2 - after you have been to Shipley Showcase which starts at 9.00, you are welcome to come to the playground and see the Scrapshed in action with your child. Please then leave through the pedestrian gate from the playground to Wrose Road.

Friday 6th November

2.30-3.00 6CG

Monday 9th November

9.00-9.30 4B

2.30-3.00 4T

Tuesday 10th November

9.00-9.30 3W

2.30-3.00 3SB

Thursday 12th November

9.00-9.30 1B

2.30-3.00 1M

Friday 13th November

2.30-3.00 6B

To mark this year’s Remembrance Day and support the Royal British Legion, we will be selling a range of fundraising items, including paper poppies, reflector poppies, wristbands and pencils.

Pupils will be able to purchase these items at break time from Monday 2nd November. Children in Nursery and Reception will have the opportunity to purchase items during the school day.

If you would like to support this worthy cause, any donation would be greatly appreciated.

On Wednesday evening, we travelled to High Crags Primary for a 6vs6 and two 3vs3 friendly matches. Everybody involved did really well, scored lots of goals and had lots of fun.

On Thursday, there was a brilliant morning of sporting activities for our inclusion games at Blakehill Primary school. Some of our pupils took part in lots of different sporting events: burling, bowling, target throwing and many more. It was great to see lots of smiles and all the children having lots of fun. Well done to all involved!

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

Thank you to everyone who attended the Reception Family Breakfast on Wednesday. There will be lots more events for Reception parents/carers to attend throughout the year. There will also be more Family Breakfast events for other year groups too.

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 or family members in the same position, please share the dates. All tours will be led by a member of the school's leadership team.

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

Celebrate Diwali with creativity and community at this family-friendly lantern-making workshop.

📅 Saturday 24 October 2026
🕐 1:00pm - 3:00pm
📍 Keighley Market

Families are invited to join a special Diwali Lantern Making Workshop, where participants can help create a beautiful lantern as part of the wider Diwali celebrations at East Riddlesden Hall. The workshop celebrates the theme of Unity in Diversity and welcomes everyone, whether you are an experienced crafter or simply looking to try something new. [Diwali Lan...ols Online]

This is a wonderful opportunity to get creative, learn about Diwali and enjoy time together as a family.

Action for Nature Day at Lister Park

Thursday 29 October 2026 11am - 4pm at Lister Park

Get closer to nature and discover how you can help local wildlife at Action for Nature Day in Lister Park. Join Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, Bradford Council and friends for a wild day of free activities, walks, talks and hands-on experiences for the whole family. Whether you want to learn more about the wildlife on your doorstep, find new ways to support nature or simply enjoy some time outdoors, there will be plenty to explore.

Throughout the day, you can:

• Get creative with nature-themed crafts and family activities
• Join nature and wellbeing walks
• Hear from experts at wildlife talks and workshops
• Plant seeds to take home
• Have a go at making homes for wildlife
• Discover simple ways to make your community more wildlife-friendly
• Meet local groups and learn about projects and volunteering opportunities
• Find out more about the Nature’s Way project in Bradford and Keighley

It’s a great opportunity to meet people working for nature locally, pick up ideas to try at home and discover ways to get involved in protecting Bradford’s wildlife and green spaces.

Come along for an activity-packed day and discover what action for nature can look like in your home, neighbourhood and across Bradford.

Families are invited to enjoy free face-painting at Darley Street Market Courtyard on:

📅 Friday 30 October and Saturday 31 October 2026
🕚 11:00am - 3:00pm
📍 Darley Street Market Courtyard

Children can choose from a range of colourful designs and enjoy having their faces transformed by professional face painters. No booking is required, making it a great opportunity for a family day out during the half-term break.

Halloween Giant Bat and Ghost Streamer Workshop

Looking for a creative Halloween activity this half-term? Families are invited to take part in a Halloween Giant Bat and Ghost Streamer Workshop at Darley Street Market Courtyard.

📅 Saturday 31 October 2026
🕛 12:00pm - 4:00pm
📍 Darley Street Market Courtyard

Children can create their own giant Halloween-themed decorations, including bats, ghosts and pumpkins, using streamers, ribbons, crepe paper, stickers and collage materials. The workshop will be led by local artist Nicola Storr, with plenty of opportunities for children to get creative and make decorations to take home and display.

🎨 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]

Monday 2nd November - School reopens

Tuesday 3rd November - Scrapshed session for parents - 9.00-9.30 5B then 2.30-3.00 5W

Wednesday 4th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 9.00-9.30 2R then2.30-3.00 2W

Thursday 5th November - Reception Base 1 & Reception Base 2 - after you have been to Shipley Showcase which starts at 9.00, you are welcome to come to the playground and see the Scrapshed in action with your child.

Thursday 5th November - Shipley Showcase (parents and carers will be invited into school at various times) - see timings towards the top of the newsletter

Friday 6th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 2.30-3.00 6CG

Monday 9th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 9.00-9.30 4B then 2.30-3.00 4T

Tuesday 10th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 9.00-9.30 3W then 2.30-3.00 3SB

Tuesday 10th November - 5W trip

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

Thursday 12th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 9.00-9.30 1B then 2.30-3.00 1M

Thursday 12th November - 5B trip

Friday 13th November - Scrapshed session for parents - 2.30-3.00 6B

Monday 16th November - 6B trip

Tuesday 17th November - 6CG trip

Wednesday 18th November - 6B trip - more info to follow

Monday 23rd November - 3SB trip

Tuesday 24th November - 6B trip

Wednesday 25th November - 6CG trip - more info to follow

Thursday 26th November - 6CG trip

Friday 27th November - 3W trip

Tuesday 1st December - YN trip

Tuesday 1st December - Y6 trip

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

Thursday 3rd December - Y5 trip - one class

Friday 4th December - YN trip

Monday 7th December - KS1 Nativity dress rehearsal 9.30

Tuesday 8th December - KS1 Nativity 9.30

Tuesday 8th December - Y5 trip - one class

Wednesday 9th December - KS1 Nativity 2.00

Thursday 10th December - 1M trip

Thursday 10th December - Y3 trip

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

Friday 11th December - 1B trip

Friday 18th December - School breaks up

This week, you will find a guide on Deepfakes.

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 half-term break and we will see you on Monday 2nd November.