We are a busy and lively school with lots going on to enrich the experiences of all of our children.

In this section of our website, you can find out about what has been happening in and outside of our school and lots of things that we have planned for the coming weeks.

Mrs Shaw (Head Teacher)

• Reception Parent Help Your Child to Read Event.

  Tue 06 Feb 2024 H.Shaw

  On Tuesday 6th February we will be having a very informal meeting for all parents of our reception children. Please join us for a coffee and a chance to find out how you can help and support your child to learn to read. The session will start at 2:40pm and will be led by Miss Donoghue and Mrs Venner. There might even be some goodies for you to take home!

  

• Free Tickets for under 18s

  Tue 06 Feb 2024 H. Shaw

  Gary Adey from the Sports Partnership has asked us to share this.

   

  

• Santa Fun Run

  Fri 08 Dec 2023

  This year's Santa Fun Run will be held on Friday 8th December 2023.

   

  If you would like your child to take part could you please pay a minimum donation of £3.50 on ParentPay, to cover the cost of the medal.  Any additional donations received will go towards Christmas parties for the children and to subsidise the Pantomime trip.

   

  The maximum number of participants for this event is 220 children, places will be allocated on a 'first come, first served' basis.

  

• Christmas Lunch, Jumper and Sparkle Day: Thursday 7th December

  Thu 07 Dec 2023

  This year our Christmas Lunch will be held on Thursday 7th December, booking information and menu have been sent out.  On Christmas lunch day all children and staff can come to school dressed in ether a Christmas Jumper, tinsel or something sparkly. Further details of how we will use the day to help others will follow.  

  

• Christmas Jumper Swap Shop

  Fri 01 Dec 2023 Mrs Lowden

  DROP OFF: From now until Monday 27th November
  WHERE: Donation box at School office 
  PICK UP: Key Stage 1 Hall Friday 1st December 3:20-3:45
  PRICE: FREE
   

  

• Christmas Pantomime

  Wed 29 Nov 2023

  On Wednesday 29th November 2023 children from Years 1 to 6, who have purchased tickets, will be going to see the morning performance of Cinderella at the Gala Theatre in Durham.

  

• Multiply Coffee Morning

  Fri 17 Nov 2023 Mrs Robinson

  After a busy week, why not join us for a little time out.  

   

  On  Friday 17^th November at 10am in the KS2 Hall, coffee and cake will be served and it would be lovely to see you.  

   

  This is a completely free event, but will give you the opportunity to meet Emma Wardell from Durham County Council’s Multiply Project who will be running some parent workshops in school from Monday 20^th November.  

   

   If you sign up to the free course and complete the three sessions you will be able to claim a £20 Asda voucher – just in time for Christmas! 

   

  Come along and find out more, and take some time to enjoy a cup of tea, coffee and a delicious slice of cake. 

  

• Why choose Shotton Primary School?

  Mon 25 Sep 2023

  If your child's birth date falls between 1 September 2019 and 31 August 2020 your child will start Reception at an infant or primary school in September 2024.  Why choose Shotton Primary School?  Come along and see for yourself at one of our open days:

   

  Wednesday mornings — 27 Sept, 4 Oct, and 11 Oct 2023

  All day Fridays — 29 Sept and 6 Oct 2023

   

  To book your visit please contact the school office.

   

  Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent or carer. Bring your children to have a look at our vibrant school and meet some of our friendly staff who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

   

  The following video will give you a feel for some of the daily activities we get up:

   

  A day in the life at Shotton Primary School - YouTube

   

   

  

• MacMillan Coffee Afternoon

  Fri 22 Sep 2023

  On Wednesday 27th September we will be having a coffee afternoon in the KS1 hall from 2:30pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and help raise money for a really worthwhile cause…. We would be really grateful for any donations of cakes or biscuits. Please send them either with your child or into the school office on Wednesday morning next week. Our Y6 children will be helping at the event.

  

• Year 6 Leavers Lunch

  Thu 20 Jul 2023

  The Year 6 Leavers Lunch will be held on Thursday 20 July 2023 which all pupils and staff in school can attend.

   

  The children in Year 6 have chosen their favourite dishes for the main meals on that day:

   

  · Margherita Pizza

  · Chicken Curry

  · Sandwich or Jacket Potato with a selection of fillings

   

  Please pay for your child(ren)'s meal(s) as normal if your child usually has a school dinner.

   

  If your child normally has a packed lunch and would like a school dinner, please respond to the Operoo Email

   

  Deadline for ordering is Friday 13th July 2023.