Posted on 11 Dec 2025 - 2 mins read
By Brede Primary School
As we enter into autumn, the changing colours and cooler mornings are reminding us that a new season is well underway. This week we look at the activities our children have been enjoying, like exploring harvest from local and global points of view. Pupils reflected on sharing, sustainability and gratitude as we head deeper into autumn.
Mrs Knock
School news
- Thinking about harvest: classes explored how communities give thanks for food around the world.
- Team values in action: responsibility, inquisitiveness, confidence, inspiration and respect were the focus of our school charter this week.
- Celebrations: pupils across Hedgehogs, Rabbits, Foxes and Owls received WOW notes and reading certificates, with several children reaching 25 reads and one reaching 50 reads.
- Sports: a Year 5 team took part in the Robertsbridge Cluster netball tournament, building skills with support from Mrs Dallaway and her Year 10 Sports Leaders.
Reminders and notices
- Morning drop‑off safety: please supervise younger siblings closely at the roadside during drop‑off and pick‑up. Your vigilance keeps everyone safe.
- Parking outside school: do not park on double yellow lines, yellow zig‑zag lines or across neighbours’ driveways at busy times.
- Urgent dental care: for pain or urgent treatment, contact the Sussex Dental Helpline on 0300 123 1663 (Mon–Fri, 8.00–16.00) or email kcht.dentalhelpdesk@nhs.net.
- Safeguarding contacts: speak to Mrs Burrows (Designated Safeguarding Lead) or Mrs Bulgin, Mrs Knock/Miss Nugent (Deputy DSLs) with any concerns.
Community & church events
- Family Singalong: Sunday 21 December, 2.45pm, St George’s church
- Christingle Service: Christmas Eve, 3pm, raising funds for The Children’s Society, St George’s church
Diary dates
What |
Date |
Who |
|---|---|---|
Swimming (Foxes) |
08/01/26 – 12/02/26 |
Foxes class |
INSET Day |
23 Feb 2026 |
Whole School |
INSET Days |
20, 21, 22 July 2026 |
Whole School |
Support for parents and carers
- Amaze ND Family Support: help for families in East Sussex and Brighton & Hove, including training, groups and befriending.
- CLASS+ (autism support): advice line on Mondays 10.00–13.00, consultations, workshops, and short personalised guidance. Follow on Facebook, X/Twitter, and Instagram.
- Family Hubs East Sussex: local support and activities for families.
- Parent Carer Forum: connect with other parent carers and have a voice.
- Online safety at home: useful guides for parents from Thinkuknow, CBeebies and SWGfL, including checklists for TikTok, Snapchat, Roblox, Netflix, Instagram and Yubo, plus password guidance and an online safety podcast.
Download the full newsletter
For further news on our latest activities and events, please see the PDF version of the bulletin: Brede Bulletin 10 October, 2025
