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  • EYFS Paramedic Visit

    Published 20/01/26

    Yesterday, Reception enjoyed a fantastic visit from a paramedic as part of our People Who Help Us topic. The children learnt all about the important work paramedics do and explored the different types of emergency vehicles. They even had the chance to step inside a real ambulance and try on a paramedic helmet, taking on the role themselves.

    Some of the children measured their heart rate and oxygen levels, discovering what the machine can tell us about our bodies. It was a wonderful hands-on experience and such a special treat for everyone!

            

     

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  • đź‘® Junior PCSOs Begin Their 6‑Week Programme

    Published 20/01/26

    Yesterday marked an exciting start for our Junior PCSOs as they welcomed a visit from local police officers. This introductory session kicked off their six‑week programme, designed to help pupils learn more about community safety, responsibility, online bullying and the important role the police play in our everyday lives.

    During the visit, the officers spent time getting to know the children, explaining what the programme will involve, and answering lots of thoughtful questions. Our Junior PCSOs showed great enthusiasm and curiosity, and we’re incredibly proud of the positive attitude they brought to the session.

    Over the next few weeks, pupils will take part in a range of activities that build confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills while helping them understand how they can contribute to a safer school and community.

    We’re looking forward to seeing their journey unfold and celebrating their achievements along the way.

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  • Eco Council

    Published 19/01/26

    The Eco Council have been busy preparing a new bin system to help make our school more sustainable. Starting today, each class will have a new recycling bin that will be used to dispose of paper, cardboard, plastics, tins, and cans. Alongside this, we will now be recycling food waste within our classes, so any fruit or vegetable waste from children's break-time snacks can be put into these compost bins rather than the general waste. We hope this means our normal (general waste) bins will now be less full, as we will be recycling much more of our rubbish.

    The Eco Council are also tackling single-use plastic waste by providing each classroom with a set of reusable cups. These will be used for children who may forget their water bottles, rather than the office providing disposable plastic cups.

     

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  • 🏆 Attendance Champions – Congratulations RH, 4M and 5W! 🏆

    Published 19/01/26

    Last week, RH, 4M and 5W earned the title of our Attendance Champions, all achieving a remarkable 100% attendance. They now proudly share the Attendance Champions Trophy. Their well‑deserved reward is an extra five‑minute break to celebrate their achievement.

    We’re so proud of their commitment and can’t wait to see who will take the trophy next week. Keep up the fantastic effort, everyone!

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  • Year 2’s Fantastic Week of Fun and Learning

    Published 16/01/26

    We have had lots of exciting events on in school this week. On Wednesday we attended our first forest school session of the year, where the children proved that mud was certainly no bother in stopping them having fun! There was also lots of new wiggly worm friends made! 

    On Thursday we were luckily enough to be visited by the falconry centre and got to meet four amazing owls. This was such a wonderful experience to enrich our English unit. The children’s favourite parts were having the opportunity to stroke the largest and fluffiest owl of all and also having two of them fly over their heads! 

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  • 🏆 Attendance Champions – Congratulations 5W! 🏆

    Published 14/01/26

    Last week, our Attendance Champions were 5W, achieving an incredible 99% combined attendance! They were also the very first recipients of our brand-new Attendance Champions Trophy. What an amazing start to the year!

    We’re so proud of their commitment and can’t wait to see who will take the trophy next week. Keep up the fantastic effort, everyone!

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  • Healthy Lunchboxes for Primary School Children

    Published 13/01/26

    A healthy, balanced lunch helps children to concentrate, learn and enjoy their day. At our school, we want to support families with simple, affordable and realistic lunchbox ideas that children will enjoy eating.

    Using guidance from local health teams, we encourage lunchboxes that are nutritious, tooth‑friendly and full of variety.

    What makes a healthy lunchbox?

    Try to include the following each day:

    🥪 One starchy food
    Examples:

    • Bread, wraps, pitta, pasta, rice or tortillas

    🥚 One protein food
    Examples:

    • Eggs, tuna, chicken, beans, lentils or hummus

    🧀 One dairy (or dairy‑free alternative)
    Examples:

    • Yoghurt, cheese, milk or plant‑based alternatives

    🍎 At least two portions of fruit and vegetables
    Examples:

    • Apple slices, carrot sticks, cucumber, grapes (cut correctly)

    đź’§ A healthy drink

    • Water is best
    • Milk is also a good choice
    • Sugar‑free squash can be used occasionally

    🎥 Cook Together with Change4Life

    To support healthy habits at home, families can watch the Change4Life – Cook Together short videos.

    These fun, practical videos help:

    • Encourage cooking at home
    • Build children’s confidence with food
    • Make family mealtimes enjoyable

    👉 Watch here:
    https://www.youtube.com/c/betterhealthfamilies

    We would love photos of your wonderful creations. Please send to: school@lapal.dudley.sch.uk

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  • Jingle Bell Showdown Results

    Published 12/01/26

    What an incredible battle of mathematical brains and speed! Our Times Tables Rock Stars competition had so many of our pupils rocking their maths skills and the energy was electric. After a nail-biting finish, 5/6D has jingled all the way to the top, claiming the festive crown! A huge well done to every class for their amazing effort—your times tables have never sounded so good! Keep practising, because the next showdown could be yours!

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  • School closure - Friday 9th January

    Published 08/01/26

    Due to the severe weather conditions and the forecast of continued snowfall, we have made the decision to close the school to all children and staff tomorrow. This decision has not been taken lightly, but the safety of our pupils, families, and staff is our highest priority.

    Whilst conditions may improve by the morning, they may also worsen, and we felt it was important to let you know at the earliest opportunity based on circumstances at this moment in time.

    Home learning activities have been set for all children and can be accessed through the usual platforms. We encourage pupils to complete these tasks during the closure period, but also to have fun in the snow for those who want to brave the cold!

    Please see Tapestry (Reception) or Google classroom (Year 1-6) for home learning information for your child’s year group.

    We hope that the weather improves over the weekend and that we can return to school as normal on Monday. If there are any changes to this plan, we will contact you promptly using our usual communication channels.

    Thank you for your understanding and support during this time. Please stay safe and take care.

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  • Reception Intake 2026 – Important Application Deadline

    Published 08/01/26

    Are you the parent or carer of a child starting Reception in September 2026?
    If you live in Dudley, please make sure you submit your school place application on time to avoid missing out.

    Dudley Council Application Deadlines

    đź“„ Paper application forms
    Return by: 15 January 2026 – 5:00pm

    đź’» Online applications
    Submit by: 15 January 2026 – midnight

    Late applications may only be considered after all on‑time applications have been processed.

    Choose Lapal First ❤️

    We would love to be your first choice and welcome you and your child into the Lapal family.
    Lapal offers a nurturing, supportive environment where children are encouraged to grow, achieve and thrive from their very first day at school.

    If you would like more information about our school or wish to arrange a visit, please do get in touch – we would be delighted to meet you.

    https://www.dudley.gov.uk/residents/learning-and-school/school-information/school-admissions/primary-reception-intake/

    Living Outside Dudley?

    If you currently live under another local authority, please check the application deadlines and procedures with your own council, as these may differ.

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  • EYFS Exploring in the Snow

    Published 07/01/26

    The children explored how the garden changes during freezing and snowy weather, experimenting with brushing snow using natural materials. They observed ice in the outdoor environment and discussed how water can change when temperatures are cold or warm, noticing ice melting when brought indoors and thinking about where it might stay frozen. Inspired by these experiences, the children followed instructions to create their own ice sculptures using natural and decorative materials, carefully preparing them and leaving them outside to freeze, eagerly anticipating the results the next day.

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  • 2026: The National Year of Reading

    Published 07/01/26

    We are delighted to share that 2026 has been named the National Year of Reading, a celebration that perfectly reflects what matters most to us as a school.

    Reading has always been at the heart of our curriculum and wider school life. Whether it’s sharing stories together, discovering new authors, or reading purely for enjoyment, we know how vital strong reading habits are for children’s confidence, curiosity and lifelong learning.

    To further support our commitment to reading, we have signed up to Authorfy — an incredible literacy platform that brings children’s books and authors to life. Authorfy provides a wide range of engaging resources, including:

    • Virtual author visits
    • Book recommendations
    • Writing and reading activities
    • Resources designed to inspire a genuine love of reading

    As part of this, we are excited to share the latest edition of Authorfy’s Bookdrop newsletter. This brilliant publication offers:

    • Insights into brand-new children’s books
    • Author recommendations and highlights
    • Practical tips for reading for pleasure at home
    • Ideas to help children discover stories they’ll truly enjoy

    We encourage all families to take a look and explore the wealth of ideas and inspiration it offers.

    Thank you, as always, for your continued support in nurturing a love of reading at home and at school. Together, we can make 2026 a truly memorable year for reading.

     

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