Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Our records show we have only had 30% sign up for our new school meal app. For children who haven't been signed up to receive school meals next week, these children will only have the choice of jacket potato for lunch. It is paramount for parents to sign up their children by Friday 26th January to ensure their food choice is available and transition is as smooth as possible. This applies to all children who receive school meals including children eligible for free school meals and children who do not pay for meals in Reception to Year 2 classes. Many thanks for your continued support.

Dear Parent/Carers,

As mentioned in our newsletter on Friday 12^th January we will be going live with our new school meal system as of Monday 29th January 2024.  The system will support our cashless policy, offering a simple and convenient payment service to parents. Other benefits include improving the efficiency of our kitchen and a reduction of food waste.

Parents will now have the option to order and pay for your child’s menu in advance. We have attached the Guide for Parents on how to set up your child’s account and some frequently asked questions. The new system will give parents the options to choose food on all school days or random days as required.

Payment for school meals taken for the week commencing 22^nd January still need to be made via the school gateway.  For school meals being taken from Monday 29^th January, please ensure you use the school food united app to make your payment as the payment systems are not compatible to transfer balances.  If your school gateway account is in credit, refunds will be issued.

Reception to Year 2 children 

Your child is eligible for universal free school meals under the government scheme.  No payment will be required however, you must still choose your child’s menu.

Free school meals

For children eligible for free school meals, no payment is required however, you must still choose your child’s menu.

What to do next:

·       Download the app ‘School food united’ and register your account

If you have any questions regarding the new school app and registering, please contact School Food United on 0330 123 1851 or via email parent@schoolfoodunited.com.  The school office will be able to assist with general enquiries regarding the app.

Reminder Nasal Flu Vaccines closes tonight 18.09.2023
Please see the attached QR Code to complete your child’s nasal flu vaccine this will take place in school on Monday 25th September. Your child will only receive the nasal flu vaccine if this online portal has been completed. The QR code is in the school notice boards also.
Thank you

Dear Parents & Carers,

I am delighted to finally share our wonderful Ofsted report, following our Inspection on 28^th and 29^th June 2023.

This is a fantastic achievement! We are particularly proud of the Outstanding judgements in: Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development, something that we pride ourselves in at Holy Family all the time. Whilst the report is very brief, we received lots of positive comments and feedback from the team throughout.

You should be very proud of your children, as they shone throughout the Inspection. They were able to articulate their learning clearly and showed exemplary behaviour.  These are areas that are fully embedded in our school ethos all the time.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all who work in and support our school for their dedication, commitment and hard work in always doing the very best for our children. Thank you, to you all, for your support and for continually working with our staff to ensure that your children develop and grow throughout their time at Holy Family. 

I feel extremely proud and blessed to lead such a wonderful school community. 

Thank you

Mrs Griffiths

Our records show we have only had 30% sign up for our new school meal app. For children who haven't been signed up to receive school meals next week, these children will only have the choice of jacket potato for lunch. It is paramount for parents to sign up their children by Friday 26th January to ensure their food choice is available and transition is as smooth as possible. This applies to all children who receive school meals including children eligible for free school meals and children who do not pay for meals in Reception to Year 2 classes. Many thanks for your continued support.

Dear Parent/Carers,

As mentioned in our newsletter on Friday 12^th January we will be going live with our new school meal system as of Monday 29th January 2024.  The system will support our cashless policy, offering a simple and convenient payment service to parents. Other benefits include improving the efficiency of our kitchen and a reduction of food waste.

Parents will now have the option to order and pay for your child’s menu in advance. We have attached the Guide for Parents on how to set up your child’s account and some frequently asked questions. The new system will give parents the options to choose food on all school days or random days as required.

Payment for school meals taken for the week commencing 22^nd January still need to be made via the school gateway.  For school meals being taken from Monday 29^th January, please ensure you use the school food united app to make your payment as the payment systems are not compatible to transfer balances.  If your school gateway account is in credit, refunds will be issued.

Reception to Year 2 children 

Your child is eligible for universal free school meals under the government scheme.  No payment will be required however, you must still choose your child’s menu.

Free school meals

For children eligible for free school meals, no payment is required however, you must still choose your child’s menu.

What to do next:

·       Download the app ‘School food united’ and register your account

If you have any questions regarding the new school app and registering, please contact School Food United on 0330 123 1851 or via email parent@schoolfoodunited.com.  The school office will be able to assist with general enquiries regarding the app.

Reminder Nasal Flu Vaccines closes tonight 18.09.2023
Please see the attached QR Code to complete your child’s nasal flu vaccine this will take place in school on Monday 25th September. Your child will only receive the nasal flu vaccine if this online portal has been completed. The QR code is in the school notice boards also.
Thank you

Dear Parents & Carers,

I am delighted to finally share our wonderful Ofsted report, following our Inspection on 28^th and 29^th June 2023.

This is a fantastic achievement! We are particularly proud of the Outstanding judgements in: Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development, something that we pride ourselves in at Holy Family all the time. Whilst the report is very brief, we received lots of positive comments and feedback from the team throughout.

You should be very proud of your children, as they shone throughout the Inspection. They were able to articulate their learning clearly and showed exemplary behaviour.  These are areas that are fully embedded in our school ethos all the time.

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all who work in and support our school for their dedication, commitment and hard work in always doing the very best for our children. Thank you, to you all, for your support and for continually working with our staff to ensure that your children develop and grow throughout their time at Holy Family. 

I feel extremely proud and blessed to lead such a wonderful school community. 

Thank you

Mrs Griffiths