Weare Academy Church of England First School & Rainbow Woods Pre-School

Weare Academy Church of England First School & Rainbow Woods Pre-School Set in a delightful rural location, our school benefits from a fantastic range of facilities.

🌊♻️ Our little learners are making a splash! 💦🐠Our Pre-School children have continued exploring their Recycling and Sea ...
23/06/2026

🌊♻️ Our little learners are making a splash! 💦🐠

Our Pre-School children have continued exploring their Recycling and Sea World theme by rescuing sea creatures from plastic, creating fish from recyclable materials, sorting shells and investigating how to free sea animals trapped in ice.

As well as, taking part in a Forest School session learning the rules and exploring the exciting outdoor environment.

Lots of fantastic creativity, discovery and learning through play! 💙🐠🍃

Dear Parents and Carers,We have been informed by the Wessex Learning Trust that, due to the Met Office Red Weather Alert...
22/06/2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

We have been informed by the Wessex Learning Trust that, due to the Met Office Red Weather Alert and the associated health and safety risks, all Trust schools will be closed to pupils on Wednesday 24th June and Thursday 25th June.

This is a Trust-wide decision made to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of pupils and staff.

For Tuesday, we will be making a number of adjustments to help keep children safe and comfortable during the hot weather:

- Breaktimes will be shortened and children will spend no more than 10 minutes outside at a time.
- Lunchtime provision will move indoors, with children remaining inside after eating their lunch.
- Staff will provide regular opportunities for children to drink water throughout the day.
- Outdoor learning and play will be limited to short periods, with children spending as much time as possible in shaded or cooler areas.

We appreciate that the closure may cause inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. A formal letter containing further information will be sent shortly.

Kind regards,
Mrs Dover

📚🌱 Reception Class 🌱📚Our reception class have been immersing themselves in the story of Jack and the Beanstalk through w...
22/06/2026

📚🌱 Reception Class 🌱📚

Our reception class have been immersing themselves in the story of Jack and the Beanstalk through whole-class reading, story retelling, small world play, exploring key vocabulary and creating artwork inspired by the tale.

They will be completing their first non-fiction writing activity! The children will plant their own bean seeds and write a simple set of instructions explaining how to grow a bean plant.

We can't wait to see the children's creativity grow—just like their beanstalks! 🌿✨

☀️ Hot Weather Reminder ☀️With warm weather expected next week, please help us keep children safe and comfortable in sch...
21/06/2026

☀️ Hot Weather Reminder ☀️

With warm weather expected next week, please help us keep children safe and comfortable in school:

✅ Children may wear their PE kit to school if this will help them stay cool and comfortable.
✅ Apply sunscreen before school and send a named bottle of SPF 30+ sunscreen for reapplication if needed. Children will need to apply their own sunscreen, and staff will provide regular reminders throughout the day.
✅ Send a sun hat and ensure your child has a water bottle.
✅ We will make use of shaded areas, encourage regular drinks, and adapt activities to keep children safe.
✅ On very hot days, PE and some outdoor activities may be modified or moved indoors.

Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe in the sunshine! 🌞 🧢

19/06/2026

📣 There’s Still Time to Book.

We’re pleased to confirm the new date for our Parent Information Event: Understanding Somerset Pathways to a Neurodiverse Assessment (Including Right to Choose) and there’s still time to secure your place.

This updated session will now include William Barnwell, Transformation Manager – Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence, joining Charlotte Owens, CYPNP Clinical Lead & Clinical Operations Manager. Together, they’ll provide information on Somerset neurodiversity pathways and Right to Choose, including recent updates.

We know how important it is for families to have clear, accurate information and this event has been carefully planned to make sure you leave feeling more confident about Somerset's pathways.

👉 There is still time to book your space:

https://somersetparentcarerforum.org.uk/home/events/listening-events/

Dear Parents and Carers,It has been another busy week in school, with many exciting learning and opportunities taking pl...
19/06/2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

It has been another busy week in school, with many exciting learning and opportunities taking place across the classes.

This week, Year 3 enjoyed a drama workshop which provided a fantastic opportunity for the children to develop their confidence, creativity and performance skills. It was wonderful to see them fully engaging with the activities and stepping outside of their comfort zones.

Meanwhile, Year 1 have been eagerly caring for the eggs in their incubator and learning all about the life cycle of chicks. The children have taken their responsibilities very seriously and are excitedly waiting for the eggs to hatch. It has been a fantastic hands-on learning experience, and there is certainly a lot of anticipation in the classroom!

🔗 To continue reading and to keep up-to-date with the latest School news, please visit our website and read the full weekly bulletin.
https://weareacademy.co.uk/bulletins-newsletters/

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Mrs Dover

📣Open day reminder! 📣Come and experience the warmth and spirit of Weare Academy CofE First School at our Open Day!📅 Mond...
19/06/2026

📣Open day reminder! 📣

Come and experience the warmth and spirit of Weare Academy CofE First School at our Open Day!

📅 Monday 6th July
⏰ 9:30 – 10:30 AM

Take a tour of our vibrant school, meet our friendly staff, and see what makes our community so special. Whether you’re considering joining us or just curious, we’d love to welcome you!

We can’t wait to meet you!

🌞Summer Fun Night 🌞🎉Friday 26th June 5-7 PM 🎉A reminder that our Summer Fun Night will take place next Friday, 26th June...
19/06/2026

🌞Summer Fun Night 🌞
🎉Friday 26th June 5-7 PM 🎉

A reminder that our Summer Fun Night will take place next Friday, 26th June. The Friends of Weare have been working incredibly hard behind the scenes to organise what promises to be a fantastic event for our school community. There will be lots of stalls, games, refreshments and even the opportunity to throw a wet sponge at a teacher - something I suspect may prove very popular!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the FoW in advance for all of their hard work. Events like this take a huge amount of planning, organisation and volunteer time, and we are incredibly grateful for everything they do to support the children and the school.

☕🇫🇷 Bonjour from Year 4! 🇫🇷☕Last Thursday, our school hall was transformed into a bustling French café as pupils enjoyed...
19/06/2026

☕🇫🇷 Bonjour from Year 4! 🇫🇷☕

Last Thursday, our school hall was transformed into a bustling French café as pupils enjoyed a fantastic language experience hosted by visiting Year 7 students from Hugh Sexey Middle School.

The children confidently practised ordering food and drinks in French, sampled some delicious treats and immersed themselves in the lively atmosphere of a traditional café. It was a wonderful opportunity to bring their language learning to life in a fun and memorable way!

A huge merci to the Year 7 students for supporting the event and helping make it such a success, and to our amazing PTA for generously funding this wonderful experience. ✨

17/06/2026

🌟 Join the Wessex Learning Trust Family! 🌟

We're looking for a passionate Parent & Family Support Adviser (PFSA) to help make a real difference to children, young people, and families across our Trust.

✅ Full-time (part-time considered)
✅ Term-time only + 1 week
✅ Starting salary £24,816 per annum
✅ Excellent CPD and staff benefits
✅ Work across 23 schools supporting wellbeing, attendance, and family engagement

If you're an empathetic, proactive professional with experience supporting young people and families, we'd love to hear from you.

📅 Closing Date: 8am, 29 June 2026
📅 Interviews: 7 July 2026

Apply now and help shape brighter futures across the Wessex Learning Trust. ➡️
https://wessexlearningtrust.co.uk/vacancies/wessex-parent-and-family-support-advisor-pfsa-2/

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