Dear Parents and Carers

We have reached the halfway point of the first half term of autumn and our school is buzzing with activity. I hope you enjoy a snapshot of some of the activities that have taken place in school this week. I have also included some information regarding our open morning – a full school really does help us in a whole manner of ways due to the increased levels of funding that we would receive. Please do share the date and times with anyone who may be interested!

Have a great weekend.

On Tuesday, our Year 5 pupils enjoyed a brilliant day out at Severn Valley Country Park, diving into hands-on geography in the great outdoors. The adventure began with a nature walk along the River Severn, where children identified key features along its course. They then collected data for fieldwork, measuring the river’s speed with impressive accuracy and enthusiasm.

After lunch, the group took part in pond dipping, discovering a variety of fascinating creatures living in the lower course of the river. The day ended with laughter and friendly competition during a lively game of Pooh Sticks.
Staff on the trip were extremely impressed with the children’s geographical knowledge and curiosity—what a fantastic way to bring classroom learning to life! Thank you to Miss Taylor for leading this trip and to Mrs Hickman for organising in her role as Geography co-ordinator. Thank you also to Mrs Scotney, Mrs Hounsell and Mrs Dulson for accompanying the children.

Please ‘spread the word’ to anyone who is applying for a Reception school place for September 2026 – we can’t wait to show them our school!

Year 1 are having lots of fun exploring Yayoi Kusama's dots in art. We have explored creating dots of different sizes with different objects, and learning all about Kusama's artwork

Important dates for your diary – Autumn 1 (all dates for the academic year so far can be found on our school calendar St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Stourbridge - Calendar)

Tuesday 30^th September 3:30pm – Reception and KS1 parent phonics meeting

Wednesday 1^st October – Black History Month begins

Wednesday 1^st October – Year 6 Class Mass

Thursday 2^nd October – National Poetry Day including poetry recital at 2:30pm (parents all welcome)

Friday 3^rd October – Inset – school closed for pupils

Monday 6^th October – Scholastic Book Fair

Tuesday 7^th October – 9:05am - Year 2 stay and pray

Wednesday 8^th October – 2:20pm Reception class prayer service

Friday 10^th October – World Mental Health Day

Saturday 11^th October – 5pm Welcome Mass for new Reception families at OLAS

Monday 13^th October – Celebration Day for St Carlo (children in St Carlo to wear a yellow top)

Tuesday 14^th October – 9:05am Year 4 stay and pray

Wednesday 15^th October - 9:15-10:45am - Open morning for prospective parents September 2026

Thursday 16^th October – Open afternoon for prospective parents September 2026

Friday 17^th October – 2:30pm Year 3 class Mass (parents welcome to attend)

Tuesday 21^st October – 9:05am Year 6 stay and pray

Wednesday 22^nd October – 2:20pm – Key Stage 1 Mass (parents welcome to attend)

Thursday 23^rd October – 4:00-6:30pm

Friday 24^th October – Final day of the first half term of autumn

Monday 3^rd November – school reopens for pupils

The following children have received a certificate in today’s Gifts from God assembly. Well done children!

Have a great weekend

Mr Wilkes

Interim Executive Principal