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High Bickington Weekly Newsletter - 1st May 2026

Let your light shine: Life, Love and Learning to the Full


Dear Parents and Carers,

Exciting news!

I am able to share with you the exciting news that Miss Trofa is expecting her first child in the autumn. Fran intends to work up until mid-way through the second half of the Autumn Term and we will be seeking to appoint an excellent Y3/4 teacher from that point for the duration of her maternity leave. I will, of course, keep you posted on the appointment process when we get there.

 

Sports Stars

It was lovely to hear about the exploits of some of the children in Class 3 this week who have been doing amazing things in the sporting arena. Congratulations to Mason, Zoe, Sonny and Amelia who all won awards for fantastic football and to Lily for incredible gymnastics. In Class Four, Evelyn has been tearing it up on the rugby field! In a recent tournament she was part of a team that won nine and drew one of their games. What a tremendous effort from all of you - showing off your skills in your chosen sports. If your child has achieved something amazing out of school, we would love to hear about it and share with the rest of the school community.

 

Swimming

Class Two were excellent in their first swimming session last week and all seemed to really enjoy it. We know we are a bit tight for time in terms of getting back for the end of the school day. To make this slightly slicker from now on, Class Two children should be picked up from the new site on Tuesday afternoons please. Children will take bookbags and other school bags to leave at the new site before they get on the coach - they will be able to collect these and go as soon as the coach returns. Children on the school bus will be collected from the new site on Tuesdays.

 

Collective Worship

Our Theme this week has been about being quiet and calm when things around us are stormy and tempestuous. We heard the story of how Jesus calmed the Sea of Galilea and in so doing calmed his disciples too. We understand that there may be times in our lives where the journey is a bumpy one and we go through 'hard times'. Being peaceful and calm can be difficult and anxiety may take over. It is important to remember that none of us are alone and that we can often be calmed by the support of others - just as the disciples were calmed by Jesus in the story. Our prayer was: Dear God, Help me to be calm enough to hear that you don't need all of my busyness and words. Quieten me with your love, God who is near. Amen

 

Exmoor Challenge

Go well the High Bick team! Esmay, Evelyn, Freddie R and Daniel will be setting off at 9:56am and will be out on the moor for over 5 hours. We wish you well and have every confidence in you all.

 

Have a lovely weekend,

 

Rob Norton

Head of School

Life, Love and Learning to the Full

School Attendance

This week's whole school attendance percentage is:

99.1%

At High Bickington C of E School, we believe that regular and punctual attendance is key to helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. 

Further Information

School Calendar

Exmoor Challenge
9:00am – 3:30pm
02
May
Bank Holiday
All Day
04
May
Tuesday - Class 3 PE
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 21 Apr and on Tuesday each week until 19 May
05
May
Tuesday - Class 2 Swimming
1:45pm – 2:45pm
from 28 Apr and on Tuesday each week until 19 May
05
May
Tues - Board Games Club
3:30pm – 4:30pm
from 21 Apr and on Tuesday each week until 22 May
05
May
Wednesday Class 1 - Outdoor Learning
1:00pm – 3:00pm
from 22 Apr and on Wednesday each week until 20 May
06
May
Lunchtime Art Club - Yr1-6
1:00pm – 1:30pm
from 22 Apr and on Wednesday each week until 21 May
06
May
Thursday - Class 2 PE
9:00am – 3:30pm
from 23 Apr and on Thursday each week until 21 May
07
May
Yr 6 SATS Club
3:30pm – 4:30pm
from 23 Apr and on Thursday each week until 08 May
07
May
Friday - Class 4 PE
9:30am – 3:30pm
from 24 Apr and on Friday each week until 22 May
08
May
Celebration Collective Worship
3:00pm – 3:30pm
from 24 Apr and on Friday each week until 22 May
08
May
Friday - KS2 Sports Club
3:30pm – 4:30pm
from 08 May and on Friday each week until 23 May
08
May
Y6 SPaG SAT
9:00am – 3:30pm
11
May

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School Lunch Menu

The cost of a school lunch is currently £2.61.

Payment is via your Arbor account.

*** Please note that Thursday & Friday meals have swapped for this week *** 

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Celebration of Achievements

Stars of The Week
Class 1 Hunter
Class 2 Tilly
Class 3 Imogen
Class 4 Freddie M
Reading Stars
Class 1 All of Class One
Class 2 Arlo
Class 3 Megan
Class 4 Freddie R

 

Sporting Super Stars

Chumleigh U9s Shine in Friendly Tournament

On Sunday 26th April, Amelia, Sonny, and Zoe proudly represented Chumleigh U9s in a football tournament against Hatherleigh. Despite the warm weather, the team put in a fantastic performance, playing with great energy, teamwork, and enthusiasm throughout the day.

The matches were enjoyed by players and spectators alike, with plenty of smiles, effort, and sportsmanship on display. It was a fun-filled day of football, and a great experience for everyone involved. 

 

U12's Devon Rugby Festival

Evelyn and her team mates represented South Molton RFC at the U12's Devon Rugby Festival in Newton Abbott on Sunday.   Which was an incredible day with the girls playing 10 matches winning 9 and drawing one which meant they won the competition and crowned festival champions. 

 

Tarka Gymnastics Competition

Have a look at Lily's incredible success...

TEAM Multi-Academy Trust Vacancies

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Important Notices

Medical Appointments

In line with our Attendance Policy we require evidence of any medical appointment (including hospital, GP, dentist, etc.) to be provided for our school records.

Thank you for your cooperation

Arbor Accounts

A reminder that School Meals and Breakfast Club are a pre-paid facility.

Please make sure that ALL ARBOR ACCOUNTS are left in credit at all times.

If you are unable to top up your child’s account for any reason please contact us as soon as possible.

Thank you.

Class 2 Swimming

Class 2 had great fun in their swimming lessons, and were incredibly well behaved. Well done Class 2!

We were back a little later than we had hoped, so we are asking for the children to be picked up from the Community Centre at 3.30pm. We shall take their school bags etc. on the coach so they will have them with them for pick up.

If you would like your child to be walked down to the main site instead, please let us know.

School Swimming 2026

Swimming will be on the following days and your child should come to school with swimming kit (trunks / swimsuit and towel) on these days.

Each session will run from 2pm – 3pm. We will leave school after lunch at 1:30pm and be back in time for normal end of school.

We are asking for a contribution of £3.50 for each session, payable on Arbor please.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.

Art Club

In Art Club this week we took our drawing outside in the churchyard. It was a beautiful day and we spotted many flowers and plants. We had a go at sketching different things which we found of interest and together many of us had a go at drawing the church. We talked about trying to draw making something look 3D with angles and shading. We used clipboards, sketching paper and pencils for our art this week.

Art Club is a drop in lunch time club, no booking required. You can turn up as and when you wish each Wednesday lunchtime from 1-1.30pm with Mrs Laurence.

Community News

Any articles which appear in the school newsletter that have not been organised by or on behalf of the school, have not been verified by TEAM Multi-Academy Trust as to the suitability for children. The news items are for parent information only.