St. Edmund's CofE Primary and Nursery School

2 days ago

Mobile phones can help young people stay connected, access information and communicate with family. However, concerns around classroom distractions, excessive screen time, cyberbullying and harmful online content have prompted tighter restrictions.

Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores:
• Mental health and wellbeing
• Learning, attention and concentration
• Harmful content and online bullying
• Excessive screen time
• New expectations around phone-free schools
• Reasonable adjustments for pupils with additional needs

The guide also offers practical advice for parents and educators on delaying smartphone and social media access, supporting school policies and encouraging more screen-free activities.

Read the guide here: vist.ly/5qazc

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St. Edmund's CofE Primary and Nursery School

5 days ago

Remember to look after yourself if you struggle with the darker, shorter evenings 💙

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St. Edmund's CofE Primary and Nursery School

6 days ago

Save and share for inspiration!

Keeping everyone entertained over half term can be a struggle, especially if you're trying to keep screen time down. We've gathered some screen - free activity ideas you can do with the whole family. From collecting conkers to decorating halloween biscuits, there's something for everyone.

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A graphic titled "Family Activities" for a low - screen half term' with an image of a parent and child walking a dog and a grid with 16 activity ideas listed. These read:

1. Decorate Halloween biscuits
2. Collect conkers
3. Make a family Autumn scrapbook
4. Carve pumpkins
5. Make a nature collage
6. Have an indoor treasure hunt
7. Build a fort
8. Make hot chocolates with toppings
9. Have a family board game afternoon
10. Make an apple crumble together
11. Visit your local library
12. Make friendship bracelets
13. Have a family karaoke session
14. Have an indoor picnic
15. Have a nature scavenger hunt
16. Start a reading challenge ... See MoreSee Less

St. Edmund's CofE Primary and Nursery School

6 days ago

⏰ There's just one week left to submit your child's secondary school application on time

If your child is due to start secondary school in September 2027, you can apply for a place until the deadline on Saturday 31 October 2026.

If you apply after 31 October 2026 your application will not be processed until after 1 March 2027 after all on-time applications have been considered.

The best way to apply is online. If you do not have an online account, you will need to register for one using your email address. You are advised to consider carefully which four schools you want to apply for.

Check out the link in the comment section to find out more about secondary school admissions for September 2027. ... See MoreSee Less