Mar 25th

📘 Spring End‑of‑Term Reports & Parent Consultation Meetings

We are delighted to share important information about this spring’s end‑of‑term reports and upcoming Parent Consultation Meetings. As always, our aim is to keep families informed, supported, and involved in every child’s journey to Love, Learn and Shine.

Listening to Families, Supporting Teachers

Earlier this year, following helpful feedback from parents and carers, we introduced short end‑of‑term written reports to provide clearer, more regular updates on each child’s progress. Many families told us they valued timely insights and appreciated updates that helped them make the most of Parent Consultation Meetings.

At the same time, we know that families deeply value teachers who are fully focused on planning enriching lessons, clubs, trips, and experiences that help children flourish. By using our Management Information System—Arbor—more effectively, we can give parents the information they need while maintaining staff wellbeing and workload balance.

What Has Changed?

The trial reports introduced at the end of the autumn term were well‑received, and we are grateful to everyone who took the time to complete the feedback surveys. Following this feedback, the spring report includes three adjustments to make information clearer:

⭐ Merits are now included so families can celebrate their child’s positive choices.
📚 Curriculum descriptors are separated into clearer sections (Reading, Writing, Maths, and other subjects).
🎯 Learning behaviour wording has been refined to better describe attitudes without suggesting learning behaviours always match academic progress.

Key Dates for Families

Please note the following dates for reports and consultation bookings:

📝 Report Release

Reports sent: From mid‑morning Wednesday 25 March 2026
Contact us only if not received by: 9.30am Thursday 26 March

Sending over 200 reports takes some time, so releasing them mid‑week means we can respond promptly if needed. Families then have the Easter break to read through the report before meeting teachers.

💬 Parent Consultation Meetings

Tuesday 21 April 2026 — 3.45pm to 7.50pm
Thursday 23 April 2026 — 3.45pm to 7.50pm
Booking opens: Monday 20 March 2026 at 6.00pm via Arbor

All appointments are available on a first‑come, first‑served basis. Booking opens in the evening to ensure fair access for all families.

Teacher Availability

The chart below explains which teachers are available on each evening:

Class	Tuesday 21 April	Thursday 23 April
Wrens – Early Years	Mrs Renton	Miss Ward
Kingfishers – Year 1	Miss Ward	Mrs Henderson
Sparrows – Year 2	Miss Corrigan	Miss Corrigan
Owls – Year 3	Miss Wilson	Mrs Wilson
Starlings – Year 4	Mrs Martin	Mrs Pywell
Herons – Year 4&5	Miss Emsley	Mrs Robbins
Eagles – Year 5&6	Miss Henderson	Mrs Williams
Ravens – Year 5&6	Mrs Jaeger	Mrs Jaeger

Appointments show as 12 minutes on Arbor, but the meeting itself remains 10 minutes. The extra 2 minutes help families move calmly between teachers.

What to Expect in the Report

Reports remain simple, clear and focused on key information that supports meaningful conversations:

Attendance
Behaviour and merits
Attitudes to learning
Current attainment against expected standards

Some subjects may appear blank if they are taught in blocks and haven’t yet been covered this year.

Families will receive a similar short report at the end of the spring term, followed by a more detailed report in the summer.

Working Together for Every Child

Parents are welcome to speak with teachers at other times during the year—brief queries can be shared at drop‑off or pick‑up, and further appointments can be arranged via the school office. For children with Individual Learning Plans, additional meetings will take place as usual.

Need Help?

Our FAQs are included below to support families. If you need assistance, please contact our friendly office team:
📧 admin@stpeters.ycst.co.uk
📞 01423 569684

Together, we continue to support every child so they can Love, Learn and Shine.

Warmest wishes,
Mr Paul Griffiths – Headteacher

❓ End‑of‑Term Reports: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Arbor and how do I access it?

Arbor is our secure online platform for communication and reports. It is available through the Parent Portal on a browser or via the Arbor Parent App.

2. What if I don’t receive my child’s report?

Please wait until 9.30am on Thursday 26 March before contacting us. After that, email or call the school office.

3. Why are there gaps in some reports?

Some subjects are taught in blocks. If your child hasn’t yet studied a subject this year, that section may appear blank.

4. Will we still receive a detailed end‑of‑year report?

Yes. The short reports support consultations during the year. The full, detailed report is still provided in the summer term.

5. What will be included in the report?

Attendance, merits, learning behaviours, current attainment, and—where relevant—information from standardised tests. Test papers and results can be discussed during April’s parent meetings.

6. Can I see my child’s teacher at other times in the year?

Absolutely. Teachers are available for brief messages each morning and afternoon, and appointments can be arranged through the school office when needed.

7. Why do appointments show as 12 minutes?

Meetings remain 10 minutes long, with a 2‑minute transition built in to ensure a calm, smooth evening for families.

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📘 Spring Term Reports & Parent Consultations: Supporting Every Child to Love, Learn and Shine