St Michael's CE VAPrimary School

A Special Gift from the Rotary Club of Lyme Regis Our Year 6 children were delighted to receive beautiful dictionaries, kindly presented by members of the Rotary Club of Lyme Regis. This thoughtful gift will support them in their learning and see them through their final year at St Michael's and beyond! We are so grateful for the Rotary Club's continued generosity and support of our school community. Thank you for making this moment so special for our pupils!

Harvest Celebration at St Michael's Before half term, our Reception and KS1 children took part in a wonderful Harvest Service to celebrate this special time of year. They worked together to make harvest bread and warming soup, which they then shared with the rest of the school a lovely way to show kindness, community spirit, and gratitude for all that we have. A huge thank you to our pupils and staff for making this such a meaningful and memorable celebration.

Our Reception and KS1 classes have been busy exploring the world of mono block printing and their inspiration came from the incredible insects all around us! From buzzing bees to beautiful butterflies and curious beetles, our young artists created stunning prints that celebrate the tiny wonders of nature. We're so proud of their creativity, focus, and imagination what amazing work from our budding printmakers!

Compassion in Action – A Week of Kindness at School! This week, our children have truly embodied our core value of compassionthrough both their words and actions. It's been heart-warming to see so many moments of kindness, empathy, and care across the school. These everyday acts remind us that compassion is more than just a valueit's a way of life in our school community. We're incredibly proud of our students for making kindness a priority and showing that even the smallest gestures can make a big difference.

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Calling All prospective parent Governors At St Michael's, we believe that working together makes our school stronger and that's why we're inviting YOU to consider joining our Governing Body. Why join? Governors help shape the future of our school making key decisions, supporting teachers and families, and ensuring every child gets the best education possible. It's a chance to bring your ideas to the table and make a real difference! No special experience needed! Just bring your passion for our school, a willingness to collaborate, and a desire to help our community thrive. We welcome all parents your voice matters! Interested or curious? Pop by the school office to chat with Mr Kiddle or our Chair of Governors, Mrs Penny Cox. We're happy to answer any questions and tell you more. Let's make St Michael's the best it can be together!

Value of the Week: HONESTY This week, we've been shining a light on honestya value that builds trust, strengthens relationships, and helps us grow as individuals and as a community. A huge well done to our three stars who have truly lived out this value in school! Whether it was owning up to a mistake, speaking truthfully, or showing integrity in their actions, they've set a brilliant example for us all. Let's keep celebrating honesty in everything we do.

Celebrating Respect at St Michael's! This week, we are incredibly proud of our pupils who have beautifully demonstrated our Christian value of Respect in their words, actions, and attitudes. Whether it's showing kindness to classmates, listening attentively, or caring for our school environment their thoughtful behaviour has truly shone through. Thank you for being such positive role models. You inspire us every day!

A Special Visit to St Michael's School, Lyme Regis We were delighted and deeply honoured to welcome the Lyme Regis Town Mayor and Mayoress, Mr and Mrs Evans, for a memorable visit to our school on Tuesday. The visit, thoughtfully arranged by our Chair of Governors, Mrs Cox, brought a real sense of occasion as they joined us for a tour of the school, followed by a warm and thoughtful conversation over tea with our wonderful Year 6 pupils. Moments like these remind us of the strength of our local community and the importance of celebrating the people who help shape our town and our future. Thank you to everyone who made the afternoon so special!

New Outdoor Learning & Reflection Space! We're thrilled to unveil our brand new pergolaa peaceful outdoor space designed for learning, reflection, and soaking in the stunning views of our school, Lyme Regis, and the sparkling sea beyond. This beautiful area also features large planters, ready for action! Our budding gardeners are eager to get growing, and we'd love your help. If you have green fingers and a bit of spare time, please let the school office knowwe'd be so grateful! Special thanks to Nicole, who's already donated manure from her two sheep to get us started! Let's grow something amazing together

Exciting News from St Michael's Over the summer, our playground got a vibrant makeover with brand-new playground markings designed for fun, learning, and creativity! From classic games like hopscotch and number grids to imaginative trails and activity zones, there's something for everyone to enjoywhether you're racing, jumping, or just exploring with friends. We've already seen our pupils making the most of these colourful additions during playtime. Let the adventures begin!

Value of the Week: Peace This week, our school community has been focusing on the value of Peace promoting kindness, understanding, and harmony in everything we do. Whether it's resolving conflicts calmly, supporting friends, or creating a welcoming environment for all, peace begins with each of us. Peace Award Winner A huge congratulations our children who have been awarded the Peace Award for consistently showing empathy, patience, and a peaceful attitude towards others. Your actions inspire us all! Let's continue to build a school where peace thrives in our classrooms, playgrounds, and hearts.

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Year 6 Taste Test Alert! Our Year 6 pupils had a delicious time today trying Louise's new mashed potato - a cozy addition to our Autumn Menu! Creamy, fluffy, and full of flavour, it got plenty of thumbs up from our young food critics. Thanks to Louise and our amazing kitchen team for keeping lunchtimes exciting and tasty!

First Day Back We're proud to welcome everyone back for the start of a new school year. There's a real sense of purpose and possibility in the air a return not just to routine, but to our value that drives us: learning, growth, and hope, 'Do to others as you would like them to do to you.' Here's to a year of thinking harder, being focused and sharing success.