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Newsletter 27th February 2026
Celebrate your children's achievements with our school community
It is lovely to be able to share with you what the children do in school. We hope, over the next few months, to share more about the children's learning, experiences, visits, etc.
If you would like to share any achievements your child has out of school, please feel free to send information and photos to headteacher@uplandsmanor.sandwell.sch.uk
Please remember that the newsletter is an online part of our school website so your photos would be in the public domain. You are welcome to send just information with your child's name (we will only publish first name)
Parent Governor election
We are pleased to inform you that Mrs Sarah Hartill has been appointed as the Parent Governor. The school governors look forward to working with Sarah in supporting the children, staff and community at Uplands Manor.
Safer Internet Day
Safer Internet Day was on Tuesday 10th February. Children have begun to explore Artificial Intelligence(AI) and how it support them in their everyday lives.
They have also discussed how AI can be used positively, as well as the importance of using it safely and responsibly.
For more information about how you can support your child to stay safe online, please scan the QR code which links to saferinternet.org.uk
Year 1 visit to Bearwood Allotments
Year One had a fantastic time visiting the allotments. The children learnt lots about sowing seeds, potting and how to make compost. The trip was made even more special as it is exactly one hundred years since the allotments opened in 1926! Big thank you to Paul who made the learning fun!
Inspire workshops
Our Inspire Workshops have been taking place over the past few weeks and have been really well attended by you. Thank you so much for all your support.
This week, Year 4 Inspire Workshops focused on times tables. It was lovely to see parents, staff and children working together. Thank you to everyone who attended.
Year 5 and 6 are still to have their workshops - don't forget to check the diary for the dates.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Dates of all events happening at Uplands Manor can be found on the calendar https://uplandsmanor.sch.life/Page/Calendar
Make sure you check it regularly as new dates will be added throughout the year
March 2026
- Tuesday 3rd 3E visit to Thimblemill Library
- Tuesday 3rd 3pm Sandwell Family Hub van on playground
- Wednesday 4th 3G visit to Thimblemill Library
- Thursday 5th World Book Day non-uniform day
- Thursday 5th 3A visit to Thimblemill Library
- Monday 9th 9am 5H Inspire Workshop - POSTPONED
- Monday 9th 5I to Thimblemill Library
- Monday 9th Year 3 visit to Smethwick Old Church
- Tuesday 10th 9am 5S Inspire Workshop - POSTPONED
- Tuesday 10th Year 4 Sparks fire safety talk by West Midlands Fire Brigade
- Wednesday 11th 9am 5I Inspire Workshop
- Thursday 12th 3.30pm Reception Bedtime Stories event
- Friday 13th 9am 5P Inspire Workshop
- Monday 16th 5H visit to Thimblemill Library
- Wednesday 18th 5H visit to Thimblemill Library
- Thursday 19th 3.30-6.30pm Parents' Evening
- Friday 20th SCHOOL CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING DAY
- Monday 23rd 5P visit to Thimblemill Library
- Monday 23rd 9.15 - 10.30am Relationship Matters workshop (more info to follow)
- Tuesday 24th 9am 6T Inspire Workshop
- Tuesday 24th 3.40-6.40pm Parents' Evening
- Wednesday 25th 6M Inspire Workshop
- Wednesday 25th Year 4 visit to Carding Mill Valley (4C & half of 4E)
- Thursday 26th 9am 6W Inspire Workshop
- Friday 27th 9am 6A Inspire Workshop
- Friday 27th Year 4 visit to Carding Mill Valley (4S & half of 4E)
Monday 30th March to Friday 10th April SCHOOL CLOSED FOR EASTER HOLIDAY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We advertise support groups and events in our local area on the Community Information page of our website. You can find the link on the home page of the website or by clicking https://bit.ly/3Re3Q9T
Clubs - do your children attend a club after school?
Children at Uplands have an amazing range of experiences, such as clubs, visits out of school, visitors coming into school, swimming, awards, workshops and bedtime stories to name just a few.
Approximately half of the children in Year 1 to Year 6 attend a club in school at the end of the day. We will shortly be sending out a survey to those families whose children don't attend a club to see what the reasons are.
Please look out for the survey and help us to understand the barriers or reasons why your child doesn't attend a club at school.
Easter holiday HAF vouchers
The Holiday and Food (HAF) vouchers for families eligible for free school meals.
Please note that they will be emailed to you directly from Sandwell MBC, not school.
How do we contact you in an emergency?
Do we have the correct phone numbers for you?
Have you changed your phone number recently? It is really important that we have the correct number to be able to contact you in an emergency. If you are not sure, please contact the school office as soon as possible.
SCHOOL GATEWAY APP
Thank you to the families who have recently updated and logged into the School Gateway app. Don't forget to keep signed in and have push notifications on so you receive messages.
However, there are still only half of Uplands Manor parents and carers are using the app. This means that over half of you are missing important information and communication from school.
Without using the app, your child could miss out on events, visits and you will miss important information and updates.
It takes less than 5 minutes to download the app and sign up. Our Receptionists can help if you can't do it.
Do it today!
