HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR
Published 29/01/25
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Weekly Newsletter 24-01-25
Published 24/01/25Pupil Parliament: Leading the Way in Our School and Community!
Our Pupil Parliament members take trips around our local community, organize special events at school, and are hard at work planning Children’s Mental Health Week in February. They’re all true superstars!
This week at Co-op Academy Woodslee
Year 2's Money Magic: Adding Coins and Loving Learning!
In Year 2, we’re diving into learning all about money! 💰 The children have been practicing their addition skills by adding coins together to reach a total sum. Miss Fletcher was so impressed by their enthusiasm and love for learning today! Well done, Year 2! 🤩🤗
Maths Superstar: Surveying Flavours and Creating Pictograms
This little superstar worked incredibly hard in her Maths lesson this morning! She conducted a survey to discover her classmates' favourite ice cream flavours and then presented her data in a pictogram. Miss Bostock is beyond proud! 👏🏻🍦
English Star: Crafting Sentences Like a Pro!
Miss Bostock and the entire Birch team were absolutely blown away by this young man’s incredible effort in English this morning. He wrote some fantastic sentences using fronted adverbials! ✍🏼
“Below the sea, the monsters lurked, waiting for Arthur to let his guard down so they could strike.” Wow!!! Roald Dahl, eat your heart out! 👏🏻⭐️💙
Community News
Coming up next week! Everyone welcome
Ride and Rant
Support our “Ride and Rant” for Wirral Mind!
This Time to Talk Day, Co-op Academy Woodslee, Portland and Hillside are going all out to support mental health awareness with our “Ride and Rant” spinathon!
On Saturday, 8th February, a group of staff will be cycling non-stop for 6 hours at Bidston Sports and Activity Centre to raise funds for Wirral Mind, an incredible charity supporting mental health in our local community.The event kicks off with spin classes led by our fabulous school staff, followed by a team effort to keep the wheels turning. Together, we’ll tag-team to ensure at least one bike is spinning at all times and tally up our miles to see how far we can go.Exercise is a fantastic way to boost mental wellbeing, and this event is all about getting people moving, talking and supporting a cause that makes a real difference.Please donate to help us reach our goal and support Wirral Mind in their vital work. Every pound raised will help provide mental health resources and support to those who need it most.
Let’s cycle, chat, and make a difference together. Thank you for your generosity!
Here is the link:
Dates for your Diary
January
20th & 21st Jan - Bikeability for Year 6
24th - Year 6 cake sale 3pm
From 22nd to 29th Jan - Bikeability Year 5 Please speak with the School Office if you need to know the schedule for your child.
29th - Chinese New Year themed lunch
March
Thursday 6th- World Book Day
Friday 25th- World Down Syndrome Awareness day
February
Thurs 6th - Time to Talk Day
Friday 7th- school Spinathon
Saturday 8th- Staff Spinathon (donations to Wirral Mind via Go Fund me)
Friday 14th- school closes for half term
Monday 24th- school reopens
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Woodslee, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Class
Attendance
Year 1
94.07% 
Year 2
90% Year 3
86.96% Year 4
96.36% Year 5
91.08% Year 6
96.86% "Congratulations to Year 6 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
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Come and join our team at Co-op Academy Woodslee as Assistant Cook:
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Weekly Newsletter 17-01-25
Published 17/01/25Reward News
Congratulations to our shining stars this week. As always, our golden ticket winners will receive privileges throughout the week of having their lunch first, wearing their golden sash to highlight their excellence across the four Co-op values and as a treat, go trampolining on Friday afternoon.
Please click the link to view our updates and photos shared on our FB page
A message from our Regional Director
We’re delighted to share the news that our Executive Headteacher, Ms Katy Bergman, has been appointed as Executive Headteacher for Co-op Academy Portland starting with immediate effect.
In her new role, Katy will be sharing her expertise across three Trust primary schools on the Wirral, Co-op Academy Woodslee, Co-op Academy Hillside and Co-op Academy Portland. We want to reassure you that this change will allow Katy to increase her involvement in our school community. Also, we are thrilled to announce that Leanne McGowan has been appointed as our Deputy Headteacher. Leanne has a wealth of experience in SEND & Inclusion, curriculum and school improvement. We look forward to her working in partnership with Julia Haggett to drive whole academy improvement. We are confident this will be a fantastic opportunity for all and look forward to our three Wirral schools working in partnership with Katy as Executive Headteacher.
Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Ms Bergman directly via katy.bergman@coopacademies.co.uk or contact the office on 0151 334 1406.
Yours sincerely,
Stephen Brice
Regional Director: Merseyside and Salford
This week at Co-op Academy Woodslee
Year 5 are doing an excellent job mastering fractions in this morning's Maths lesson 🧮 Keep up the great work!
Someone is definitely excited that it’s Friday! 😁😆 That smile is absolutely contagious! 😆😁
Community News
RIDE AND RANT 🚴
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming sponsored Spin-a-thon in support of our friends at Mind Wirral! On Friday, February 7th, our pupils will take part in a special cycling event, and on Saturday, February 8th, staff from all three Co-op academies will join in for the Spin-a-thon challenge! Stay tuned for more details!
#ExcitingTimesAhead #HillyWoodLand
Our Scholastic Book Fair is returning from Monday, March 17th to Friday, March 21st! We’d love for you to come and join us!
Click the link for free reading resources from your favourite authors
Our family partnership leaders will be working hard across our communities to continue to strengthen partnerships with our families.
Keep a look out for our Co-op drop in sessions with Claire & Michelle
Dates for your Diary
January
20th & 21st Jan - Bikeability for Year 6
24th - Year 6 cake sale 3pm
From 22nd to 29th Jan - Bikeability Year 5 Please speak with the School Office if you need to know the schedule for your child.
29th - Chinese New Year themed lunch
February
Week of 3rd - Children's mental health week
7th - Spin-a thon for pupils
8th - Spin-a-thon for staff
12th - School disco
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Hillside, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Class
Attendance
Year 1
93.48% Year 2
92.86% Year 3
95%
Year 4
95.56% Year 5
98.67% Year 6
91.79% "Congratulations to Year 5 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
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Reception places still available!
Published 13/01/25Reception places still available
If you’d like to have a look around school or you need help with your admissions paperwork please call us on 0151 3341406 or pop in and speak to our office team, we are happy to help.
Find out how to apply - https://www.wirral.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/school-admissions/step-by-step/apply-primary-school-place/applications
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Weekly Newsletter 10-01-25
Published 10/01/25Welcome Back!
We hope you had a joyful Christmas and a fantastic New Year! While the start to this term didn’t go as planned thanks to the weather, we're excited for the adventures ahead and can't wait to be together again!
This week at Co-op Academy Woodslee
Many of our pupils have been making the most of the snowy weather this week, enjoying fun-filled moments building snowmen, having snowball fights, and embracing the winter wonderland. We have loved seeing all your pictures!
We'd also like to extend a huge thank you to our wonderful staff member, George, for his dedicated work behind the scenes in keeping our site safe, and to Mrs. Haggett and Miss Rutherford for their early morning site checks at 6am. Your efforts are truly appreciated!
Community News
Local Events
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Weekly Newsletter 20-12-24
Published 20/12/24Message from Head of School
I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued support throughout this year. It has been a privilege to witness the growth and achievements of your children, and we are proud of the wonderful community we have here at Co-op Academy Woodslee.
On behalf of all the staff, I would like to wish you and your families a wonderful Christmas filled with happiness and cherished memories for you all.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday, 6th January, at 8:40am to begin another exciting term together. Until then, have a safe and restful holiday.
Warmest Regards,
Mrs Julia Haggett
A huge thank you to all our wonderful parents who joined us for this week’s Christmas performances! A big shout-out to our dedicated staff who put in so much effort to support and bring these shows to life. But most importantly, thank you to our incredible children. They’ve worked tirelessly to learn their songs, master their lines, and perform with such confidence and joy. We are so proud of each and every one of you! ⭐️
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Christmas Magic Arrives at Woodslee!
This week has been filled with festive fun at Woodslee! 🎄 Our KS1 Nativity brought holiday cheer to the stage, while KS2 wowed us with their amazing Christmas Extravaganza. We also had some incredible performances in Hillywood's Got Talent, showcasing our students' creativity and spirit. To top it all off, our Christmas Party Day was a huge hit, with a very special guest – Santa himself! 🎅 What a week of joy and celebration! 🎉
Superstar
Huge congratulations to Miss Gee on achieving a distinction in your Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship! 🤩🎉 We are all incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication – well done! 🤩👏
This half term, Year 4 have been exploring the exciting world of volcanoes in Geography! 🌋 For their homework task, Mr. Prescott challenged the children to create their own erupting volcanoes, and wow – the results are truly masterpieces! Well done, Year 4 – your creativity and effort have been amazing! 🌋🎉
Community News
What an incredibly special community we have here at Woodslee! 🤩🥰 We are truly humbled by the amazing support from St Barnabas Church, Co-op Allport Road, Kangaroo, and our wonderful new community pioneer, Melanie, who have all helped make this Christmas brighter for our families. 🎅🏼 Miss Rutherford and Steven were out delivering hampers filled with festive cheer to our families this week! 🎁 Please join us in spreading kindness as you receive your hamper and gifts. Thank you for being part of this beautiful Christmas spirit!
Dates for your Diary
December
Friday 20th December - School closes for Christmas
January
Monday 6th January - School returns after Christmas break
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Hillside, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Class
Attendance
Year 1
90.6% Year 2
88.89% Year 3
91.79%
Year 4
92.18% Year 5
90.2% Year 6
89.49% "Congratulations to Year 4 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
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Weekly Newsletter 13-12-24
Published 14/12/24Rewards news
Here are a few snaps from our magical trip to the Gladstone Theatre to see Cinderella 🎭 A huge thank you for the exclusive viewing! The children (and adults too!) had a fantastic afternoon, singing, laughing, and even dancing in the aisles. Apologies for the lack of photos—we were too busy having the best time! 🤩
This week at Co-op Academy Woodslee
A Delicious Tradition: Christmas Dinner at Our School
Yesterday, our entire academy came together to enjoy a festive Christmas dinner 🥘! A huge thank you to our fantastic kitchen team for their hard work in serving the children a delicious holiday feast! 🎅🏼🍗 It truly was a wonderful way to celebrate the season!
Exploring Science and Fun: Year 3's Exciting Trip to Eureka
Year 3 had an unforgettable day at the Eureka Science and Discovery Centre 🧪🥼🧬⚗️! Miss Doyle was incredibly impressed with their outstanding behaviour – they truly set the bar high! We’re absolutely thrilled you had such a fun and exciting experience, Year 3.
Community News
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🎅🏼🎄 As our gift to you, we’re excited to announce that raffle tickets are now on sale! 🎄🎅🏼 Just £1 a strip, with some truly amazing prizes up for grabs! Good luck to everyone, and may the holiday spirit be with you! 🎅🏼🎄✨
The Woodslee Express was a hit once again on Thursday night, spreading holiday cheer! 🎅🏼🎄
Dates for your Diary
December
Whats on this week?
Sun 15th - Year 5 Christmas Performance at St Barnabas Chuch 4.30 - 5.30pm
Mon 16th - Year 5 Christmas Performance to parents 9.15 - 10.15 am
Tues 17th- KS1 Nativity 9.15 - 10.15 am
Wed 18th - KS1 Nativity 2- 3pm
Tues 17th - Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Christmas Performance 2-3 pm
Thurs 19th - Year 3, 4, 5 & 6 Christmas Performance 9.30 - 10.30 am
Thurs 19th - EYFS Stay and Play 2 - 3.15pm
Fri 20th - Christmas party day. Children are welcome to bring a snack plate of food to eat during the day.
January
Monday 6th January - School returns after Christmas break
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Hillside, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Class
Attendance
Year 1
94.35%
Year 2
96.19% Year 3
97.5% Year 4
96.44% Year 5
97.33% Year 6
95% "Congratulations to Year 3 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
Noticeboard
If your child is absent from school, you must inform the school office by 9am of the reason for absence.
Staff car park is NOT to be used to drop children off at Breakfast Club. This is a health and safety hazard.
Year 4 put on an incredible performance this morning, showcasing their progress in their weekly violin lessons for their parents! 🎻✨ They’re all doing an amazing job, and we hope you loved hearing their beautiful music! 🎶👏
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Weekly Newsletter 06-12-24
Published 06/12/24Rewards news
Congratulations to our golden ticket winners. You’ve all worked so hard to achieve your awards. Enjoy going trampolining on Friday afternoon.
This week at Co-op Academy Woodslee
When the Grinch Met Elf: A Magical Holiday Visit to Our School
What a way to begin our festivities. On Monday, we welcomed the Grinch and his naughty elf . The children all had the opportunity to visit the GRIIIIINCH! in his grotto. What a morning of fun for everyone!
Similes
Year 3 has been having a blast with similes this morning in English! 🤩🙌🏼 You all did an amazing job creating some dazzling sentences that really sparkle! ✨ Keep up the awesome work, simile superstars! 🌟📚
Community News
A huge congratulations to our SUPERSTAR, Miss Tappin! 🌟🎉 She has won a prestigious award from the Co-op Academies Trust for her outstanding care and dedication. 💖 Miss Rutherford was absolutely thrilled to present this well-deserved award to Miss Tappin this morning! 🙌🏼👏🏼 Let's all celebrate this amazing achievement! 🎊✨
Our trips so far on the Woodslee Express was an absolute HIT! 🎉🎅🏼🚌 The kids have had a blast singing along to our awesome playlist as we cruised from the Home Alone house all the way to the North Pole! 🎶❄️ We’ve had the best time! Get ready for more adventure 🚌🎅🏼🎉
Dates for your Diary
December
January
Monday 6th January - School returns after Christmas break
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy Hillside, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Class
Attendance
Year 1
95.06%
Year 2
93.79% Year 3
92.27% Year 4
93.6% Year 5
88.89% Year 6
92.7% "Congratulations to Year 1 for the highest attendance this week!"
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speak to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
Noticeboard
If your child is absent from school, you must inform the school office by 9am of the reason for absence.
Staff car park is NOT to be used to drop children off at Breakfast Club. This is a health and safety hazard.
Fresh bread, potatoes and vegetables delivery in the school office. Come and help yourself!
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Weekly Newsletter 29 Nov 24
Published 28/11/24Welcome to this week's newsletter
The first one in our new format, and we hope that you love it. Even better, you can now use the map button at the top right of the page to translate.
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SENDIA Award
Published 06/06/24Woodslee gains SEND Inclusion Award
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Woodslee Word
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Woodslee Word
Published 03/04/23