Weekly Bulletin:Friday 15th May 2026
Headteacher’s message to parents/carers
Dear Parents/Carers,
This week, Year R had a wonderful afternoon on Wednesday with a special workshop all about apples. Children tasted crunchy apples and pressed some apples to make delicious fresh apple juice. This was part of their ‘super growing’ topic where children learn about how things grow and change. We also had our Year 1 Open Afternoon where children and families created moon buggies together, which was a great team effort. Amazing what you can create with an egg box, lots of accessories and some big ideas!
Also this week, our Year 6 children have been sitting their SATs tests – great job Year 6! We’ve been so proud of their wonderful attitude, maturity, resilience and determination. Tests are never our favourite moment of school life, but Team Tunbury children showed proactivity and solidarity right throughout the week. At the end of the last test yesterday, one child’s first remarks were “next stop GCSEs!” – how very forward-thinking!
Today, we’re looking forward to the TSA Colour Run this afternoon. Hopefully the weather will be kind to us - ideally, we’re hoping for sunshine for the event itself, followed by rain afterwards to wash the field! As well as the Colour Run, we’ll have refreshments including the ice cream van and music from DJ Rich. Thank you for supporting your children in this event and we look forward to seeing everyone later on.
Have a lovely weekend everyone.
Best wishes
Ruth Austin
Headteacher
Notices
Parent survey: You can access our annual parent/carer survey at Tunbury Parent/Carer Survey 2026 – Fill in form
Thank you to everyone who has already responded. We always pass on positive feedback or special thanks directly to named staff members, so could you give a shout out to someone who has improved your child’s school experience this year and deserves a big thank you?
So far, we have 106 responses and the average time taken to complete the survey is just 7 minutes. Please do take a moment to share your thoughts.
Relationships and Sex Education Policy: We review this policy every year and it is being discussed at our Governors meeting on Wednesday next week. You can view the draft policy at: Draft_Relationships_and_Sex_Education_Policy_2026.pdf
Whilst there are no major changes this year, please do let us know by email to office@tunbury.kent.sch.uk if there are any comments you would like to make.
Staffing news: Today we are saying farewell to our colleague Julie Jordan, on her retirement. Julie has been part of Team Tunbury for 30 years, as a parent, midday meals supervisor and cleaner. We are really thankful for all of her contributions to our school in these different roles. Everyone wishes Julie all the very best for a happy retirement.
STEAM week: This year, during STEAM Week (2nd–5th June), we will be celebrating Sir David Attenborough through the exciting theme of “The Natural World.” Further details about the activities and experiences the children will enjoy throughout the week, along with ways you can support learning at home, will be shared soon. We will also be inviting you into school on Friday 5th June to celebrate some of the children’s work. Timings and additional information will be provided before half term.
Strive Holiday Club: Looking for a fun way to keep your child active this May break?
Please be reminded that Strive PE and Sport May Multi-Activity Camp at Tunbury is now open for booking! Designed for children aged 5–11, their teacher-led camps are packed with sports, games, and exciting activities to keep children moving, laughing, and making new friends — exclusively for current Tunbury pupils only.
Why children love Strive Holiday Club camps:
• A huge mix of fun sports and optional themed activities
• A great place to make friends and build confidence
• Sibling & FSM discounts available
Wednesday 27th May - World Cup Theme Day (Optional) - Wear a national team shirt or bright colours!
Children will enjoy:
- A World Cup Goodie Bag (England flag, mini chocolate balls, bubbles, whistle & sticker tattoo)
- Inflatable Football Goal penalty shootouts
- World Cup Tournament in the afternoon
- Arts & Crafts, including England flag decorating or creating World Cup designs
Ready to join the fun? Booking is easy — secure your child’s place by clicking the link below:
If you’d like to find out more about Strive PE and Sport, including their other camp venues, please visit:
www.strivepeandsport.co.uk
Strive PE and Sport can’t wait to welcome your child for an action-packed day!
Stay and Play sessions: We had our first Stay and Play yesterday and have one more booked for Thursday 11th June. This is for pre-school and nursery children (1.5-4 years old) and their parents – so it includes children who will start school in September 2027 as well as those starting in September 2026. The session lasts an hour and will take place in our Reception classrooms and outdoor learning areas. Whether you already have older children with us or are joining us for the very first time, we'd love for you to come along and see what makes Tunbury so special. Please follow the link to get signed up - https://forms.office.com/e/Z2kzSRaxyd
Weekly Class Attendance: This is a weekly feature on our bulletin to highlight and celebrate good levels of attendance. This week our KS2 winners are Magenta class with a brilliant 99.11%. Our KS1 winners are Lavender class with an amazing 99.5%. Absolutely brilliant work from Magenta and Lavender class! Keep up the great work everyone!
|
Class |
Weekly Attendance Percentage |
|
Lavender |
✩99.58%✩ |
|
Magenta |
✩99.11%✩ |
|
Owls |
99.04% |
|
Ruby |
99.00% |
|
Emerald |
98.75% |
|
Bears |
98.56% |
|
Crimson |
97.77% |
|
Sapphire |
97.00% |
|
Pink |
96.67% |
|
Indigo |
96.55% |
|
Red |
95.83% |
|
Violet |
95.56% |
|
Amber |
95.50% |
|
Azure |
95.19% |
|
Scarlet |
95.00% |
|
Blue |
95.00% |
|
Lilac |
94.57 |
|
Turquoise |
92.67% |
Tunbury Primary School Facebook: This week we’ve posted about Stay and Play sessions and Year R’s special visitors! Please take a look at Tunbury Primary School | Chatham | Facebook and follow us to keep up to date with all things Team Tunbury.
Team Points: Still super close this week, but a change in the leader! Well done Attenborough team for taking the lead. So far this term, we’ve had Holmes, Hawking and Attenborough in the lead, but who will take the win next week
|
Rowling |
Attenborough |
Holmes |
Hawking |
|
3184 |
3253 |
3211 |
3246 |
Dates for your Diary
Term dates for 2025/26: www.tunbury.kent.sch.uk/Parents/Term-Dates-25-26/
Term dates for 2026/27: www.tunbury.kent.sch.uk/Parents/Term-Dates-26-27/
Term 5
Friday 15th May – Colour Run (TSA), straight after school: 3.15 pm
Wednesday 20th May - Year 5 Ancient Egyptian Day (dressing up optional)
Thursday 21st May – Year R visit to Tyland Barn
Thursday 21st May – Year 6 visit to WW11 Day at Kent Life
Thursday 21st May – Tunbury’s Got Talent (TSA), doors open at 3.30 pm
Friday 22nd May – Year R Open afternoon – 2.15 pm
Friday 22nd May – Last Day of Term 5
Term 6
Monday 1st June - INSET DAY – School Closed for pupils
Tuesday 2nd June – First Day of Term 6
Tuesday 2nd – Friday 5th June - STEAM Week
Thursday 11th June - Stay and Play sessions for pre-school/nursery children (1 ½ -4 years old) / parents,
9-10 am
Thursday 11th June – UN International Day of Play – Opal Open Afternoon 1.30 pm
Monday 15th June – New Entrants meeting (for parents of children due to start in Year R in Sept) 3.30-4.30 pm
Tuesday 16th June – Year 5 visit to Wildwood
Tuesday 16th June – Year 4 Open afternoon
Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th June – Gifts for Him Present Room (TSA)
Thursday 18th June – Year 2 Open afternoon – 2 pm
Wednesday 24th June – Tempest Photographers: Class group photos
Thursday 25th June – Year 3 Open afternoon – 2 pm
Friday 26th June - Sports Day
Monday 29th June – Tuesday 7th July – Bikeability Cycle training for some of Year 5 pupils
Wednesday 1st July – Stay and Play session for New Entrants 12.45 or 1.45
Friday 3rd July - Reserve Sports Day
Monday 6th July – Year 5 Open afternoon – 2 pm
Wednesday 8th July – Whole school transition day, followed by Open Classroom sessions 3.15-3.45
Wednesday 8th July - New Entrants transition sessions at 9.30 or 1.00
Thursday 9th July – Year 3 visit to Wingham Wildlife Park (please note 4 pm return time)
Friday 10th July - End of Year Reports sent home
Saturday 11th July - TSA GlasTunbury
Wednesday 15th July – New Entrants class visits / parents’ phonics workshop: 1.45 pm
Thursday 16th July – Year 6 Production: 2pm and 6pm
Friday 17th July – Dare to be Different Day (TSA)
Friday 17th July – Year 6 Prom
Monday 20th July – Year 6 Open afternoon – 2 pm
Tuesday 21st July – Year 6 Leavers' assemblies: Emerald - 9am / Violet - 9:45 am / Crimson - 10:30 am
Tuesday 21st July - July end of term/ academic year
Class Assemblies
Class assemblies will be held in the school hall on Friday afternoons. Parents/carers and family members from each class are warmly invited to join us in school for these events, as our children love to share their learning with you. Please come to the front of the school and wait outside the hall entrance doors. You will be invited in at just before 2.50pm. The assembly will begin at 2.50pm and last for about 10 minutes, finishing in time for you to collect your children at the end of the school day, as normal.
Friday 12th June – Magenta Class Assembly
Friday 19th June – Bears Class Assembly
Friday 3rd July – Owls Class Assembly
