Weekly Newsletter 07-02-25
Reward News
Congratulations to our first round of Golden Ticket winners.
We are so proud of you!
They will be awarded a Golden Sash to wear with pride and enjoy a range of privileges during the week - ending on a Friday with a trampolining trip
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An end of term drinks/snacks/games treat with Mr Leathers for those in EYFS
Our Little Bees Shine at the #SpellingBee2025!
Wow!!! Today, this incredible trio traveled to Angel Square in Manchester to represent our academy at the Trust’s annual #SpellingBee2025. 🐝 A huge congratulations to #TeamMedlock for their victory, but we couldn’t be prouder of our little bees! Representing our school is a key part of our #Portland50 – well done for being both brave and brilliant! 🐝
This week at Co-op Academy Portland
F2 Stay & Play
🙂 F2 hosted Stay and Play for our parents and carers today, even on one of #TeamPortland’s busiest days!
🙂 A big thank you to everyone who stayed and joined in.
NSCC Numbers Day
Today, children and staff have been celebrating numbers and showing our love of maths by dressing for digits as part of #NSPCCNumberDay.
Maple Class explore the local library
📚 Maple Class had a wonderful visit to our local library at the St. James Centre this afternoon. 🪪 We activated our class library card, and every child took a book home!
🎓 A big thank you to Diane, the librarian, for teaching us how to find books using book plates and the Dewey Decimal System!
👏 The staff at the centre were impressed by our children's exceptional behaviour in the community
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Beehive’s Heartwarming Visit to Oxton Grange Care Home
🩵💙🩵 As part of our Intergenerational Program, Beehive and friends visited @OxtonGrange care home today.
💙🩵💙 We had a wonderful time learning more about our friends there, discovering their likes, and having meaningful chats with their relatives.
🩵💙🩵 We got creative with Valentine’s-inspired art, enjoyed parachute games, and absolutely loved playing pass the balloon! (Stay tuned for some videos!)
💙🩵💙 A big thank you to Mrs. Smith, Miss Smith, and Mr. Leathers for making these visits happen regularly.
🩵💙🩵 It’s such a privilege to spend time with everyone at Oxton Grange, and this has quickly become the monthly trip everyone looks forward to!"
Maple Class Celebrates Chinese New Year with Dragon Dances
Maple Class had a fantastic time celebrating Chinese New Year!
🐲 They explored the story behind the celebration and learned about modern-day festivities.
🐲 The children loved watching the dragon dances and had fun mimicking the movements themselves!
Community News
Miss Lewis Leads the Way for #TimeToTalk at #TeamPortland
A huge thank you to Miss Lewis, our Community Pioneer, for all her hard work today, ensuring every class and staff member was informed about today’s #TimeToTalk event. She emphasized the importance of speaking up—whether it's with friends, family, colleagues, neighbours, or professionals.
😍 Even though Miss Lewis is with us only on Fridays, she’s an invaluable asset to #TeamPortland. Mrs. Smith has truly enjoyed planning events and collaborating with her—they make the perfect team. #SucceedTogether 🩵
Support our “Ride and Rant” for Wirral Mind!
This Time to Talk Day, Co-op Academy Hillside, Portland and Woodslee are going all out to support mental health awareness with our “Ride and Rant” spinathon!
On Saturday, 8th February, a group of us will cycle non-stop for 6 hours at Bidston Council Gym to raise funds for Wirral Mind, an incredible charity supporting mental health in our community.
The event kicks off with spin classes led by our fabulous school staff, followed by a team effort to keep the wheels turning. Together, we’ll tag-team to ensure at least one bike is spinning at all times and tally up our miles to see how far we can go.
Exercise is a fantastic way to boost mental wellbeing, and this event is all about getting people moving, talking and supporting a cause that makes a real difference.
Please donate to help us reach our goal and support Wirral Mind in their vital work. Every pound raised will help provide mental health resources and support to those who need it most.
Let’s cycle, chat, and make a difference together. Thank you for your generosity!
Here’s the link -
Dates for your Diary
February
Friday 7th- school Spinathon
Saturday 8th- Staff Spinathon (donations to Wirral Mind via Go Fund me)
Wed 12th - Valentines Disco
Friday 14th- school closes for half term
Monday 24th- school reopens
March
Thursday 6th- World Book Day
Friday 25th- World Down Syndrome Awareness day
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Portland, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
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Class |
Attendance |
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Year 1 |
92%  |
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Year 2 |
97.78% |
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Year 3 |
93.79% |
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Year 4 |
95.42% |
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Year 5 |
96.13% |
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Year 6 |
92% |
"Congratulations to Year 2 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
Noticeboard
If your child is absent from school, you must inform the school office by 9am of the reason for absence.
You will meet our newest member of the office team Nina. Please give her a great big Portland welcome!
Another fabulous opportunity to join our Coop family. We have an Academy Club Coordinator, would this be something you’re interested in?
