Latest News
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Amalgamation
Fri 25 Apr 2025Over the Easter Holidays, Cabinet approved the decision for the Amalgamation of Grange Park Infant and Nursery School and Grange Park Junior School, by closing Grange Park Infant and Nursery School and extending the age range of Grange Park Junior School to form a single three-form entry foundation primary school from the 1st September 2025.
Please use the following link to view the formal decision made by the Cabinet.
The cabinet’s decisions come into effect from 5pm, Tuesday 22 April 2025 (5 working days), subject to the statutory scrutiny call-in process.
Myself (Mrs Wade) and Mrs Madar (Junior School Headteacher) would like to give the opportunity to all parents/ carers from the Infant and Junior school to come and find out more about what the amalgamation means for you and your child.
The Coffee Morning will take place in the Junior hall at 9.00am on Tuesday 6th May. We look forward to seeing you there to answer any questions that you may have.
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Bollywood Ladies Night
Thu 03 Apr 2025We invite parents to our upcoming fundraising event to help the school pay for extra outdoor facilities for the children.
This event promises to be an evening full of fun, laughter and celebration - our Bollywood Ladies Night! This special event will feature music, dance and a chance for everyone to enjoy the vibrant culture of Bollywood.
There will be samosas and soft drinks available but we also welcome any home cooked food if anyone would like to bring this along.
This is an opportunity to come together, unwind and experience the magic of Bollywood. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or someone who just loves to enjoy the rhythm, there will be something for everyone.
We are suggesting a donation of £5-£10 (payable on the night).
To book a place, please complete the Google form by either following this link or scanning the QR code which are now displayed on classrooms windows.
Bollywood Ladies Night - Google Forms
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Nursery Open Day - Friday 4th April
Thu 06 Mar 2025We are holding a Nursery Open Day on FRIDAY 4TH APRIL between 8.30 - 9.30am
Do you have or know a child that was born between1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022? If so, and you are considering a place in Nursery at Grange Park Infant School and would like to come and have a look around and meet some of the teachers, please register your interest using the form below.
Nursery Open Day - Google Forms
Visitors to arrive via the Balmoral Drive entrance
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World Book Day Thursday 6th March 2025!
Thu 06 Mar 2025This year we are very excited to announce that international bestselling children’s author Karen Inglis, will be visiting Reception, Y1 and Y2 on World Book Day to share her books and talk to the children about being a writer. You can see information about her books here: https://kareninglisauthor.com/
In return, we are asking for a £2 contribution per child from Reception, Y1, Y2 towards the cost of these special workshops for children (payable on the day).
Karen Inglis will also be bringing discounted personalised signed copies of her books to school on the day. If you would like to buy your child a book, please place your pre-orders online at
https://kareninglisauthor.com/shop/ by Thursday 27th February. Your child will receive their signed book at school.
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Reception & Year 1 Disco
Mon 13 Jan 2025We are very excited to announce that we will be having a Disco Night for Reception and Year 1 on Friday 7th February. Tickets will be £3 payable to your class teacher by Wednesday 5th February in an envelope with your child’s name and class. Please note, we are unable to give change so please make sure you have the correct money.
There will be snacks and drinks on offer. The event will happen straight after school and will finish at 4.45pm. Children can be collected via the Balmoral Drive entrance outside of the Reception classrooms.
In order to secure a place, please complete the following Google Form.
Reception & Year 1 Disco Night - Google Forms
Posters will also be displayed outside of classrooms with the scannable QR code
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Christmas Fayre
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Year 2 Popcorn & Movie Night
Fri 22 Nov 2024It is Year 2’s turn for a Popcorn & Movie Night!
This will be on Friday 6th December for all Year 2 children in the Main School Hall.
The cost will be £3 (due by Wednesday 4th December). We will be showing a 'U' rated movie (U certificate means it’s suitable for children aged 4 and older) and the children will be able to enjoy some popcorn and either a hot chocolate or juice.
Children will go straight from their classrooms to the event and parents / carers will need to pick up at 5pm prompt in the Reception playground. The gate on Balmoral Drive will open from 4.45pm.
In order to secure a place, please can you complete the Google form by Wednesday 4th December –
Year 2 Popcorn & Movie Night - Google Forms
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Year 1 Popcorn & Movie Night
Fri 15 Nov 2024If you haven’t done so already and would still like to come to the Year 1 'Popcorn and Movie' night on Friday 29th November it’s not too late to secure your place!
The cost will be £3 (due by Wednesday 27th November). We will be showing a 'U' rated movie (U certificate means it’s suitable for children aged 4 and older) and the children will be able to enjoy some popcorn and either a hot chocolate or juice.
Children will go straight from their classrooms to the event and parents / carers will need to pick up at 5pm prompt in the Reception playground. The gate on Balmoral Drive will open at around 4.45pm.
In order to secure a place, please can you complete the Google form by Wednesday 27th November - Year 1 Popcorn & Movie Night - Google Forms
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Reception School Tour - extra date added
Thu 07 Nov 2024As the previous Grange Park Infant School tour was so successful we have arranged for another date for any parents that were not able to attend on 22nd November at 9.15am. To book the slot, please complete the following Google Form –
Reception School Tour - 2nd Date - Google Forms
You will need to arrive via the Lansbury Drive entrance.
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Disco Night for Years 1 & 2
Fri 01 Nov 2024Exciting announcement!
We would like to invite all children in Years 1 & 2 to our 'Disco Night' on Thursday 14th November from 3.30 - 4.45pm.
It will cost just £3 and included in this price is entry to the disco, a drink and snacks. Children can bring a bag with their own home clothes and sensible shoes to change into at the end of the school day.
Parents will be asked to collect their children from the Reception classes via the Balmoral Drive gate at 5pm prompt.
To secure a space for your child you will need to complete the following Google Form - Disco Night - Google Forms and payment will be need to be made by 12th November at the latest.
We hope to see as many of the children there as possible for a fun packed evening!
Thanks, Grange Park Infant & Nursery School