Stronger together . . . every child in a great school Welcome to Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST); a tight-knit family of schools based around natural geographical proximity in the South West. Initially formed as a small multi academy trust of only two schools in 2011, the Trust has experienced several iterations of growth and change. In essence, WeST as we recognise it today, was launched in September 2017 with the ambit...
From looking after poorly dolls, working together to make the longest chain, games of hide and seek, cooking up a storm in the kitchen to carefully constructed junk models, the children of Stoke Class embrace every area of learning.
It would be a pleasure to welcome you and your child to our friendly and inclusive school, where we put children at the heart of everything we do.
Please see the poster for dates and how to book.
Along with all other schools and academies in Devon, we are consulting on an admission policy for 2026-27. The Local Authority is also consulting on its admission arrangements. You are invited to look at the proposal new policies which are based on policies for this year and next year and to have your say on them.
Our proposed policy is on our admission page https://www.sherfordvaleschool.co.uk/page/?title=Admissions+Policy&pid=23 and you can see all policies at http://devon.cc/schoolpolicy Further information is here: www.devon.gov.uk/admissionarrangements
The consultation runs until 10 January 2025. Policies will be determined by the end of February and published in the same places by 15 March next year. You can comment at schoolsadmissionpolicy-mailbox@devon.gov.uk or by emailing the school.
Devon’s new town of Sherford has become the destination for a series of events and workshops, catering for all the family and open to anyone to attend. Having recently launched with a free pumpkin carving activity for kids, a packed programme has now been unveiled for the months ahead.
The upcoming events offer something for everybody, with a blend of free seasonal arts and crafts activities for children and families, alongside a series of bookable workshops for adults to learn new skills from local artists and makers. Bookings are now open, spaces are limited and expected to prove popular.
Designed to celebrate local talent, one of the forthcoming workshops will be hosted by a business that could not be any more ‘local’. Candles of Sherford is based in the town and run by residents Yani and David. They began their business during lockdown and have created a range of handcrafted scented candles, diffusers and wax melts inspired by the local area, including fragrances named after and influenced by Wembury Beach, Bovisand Beach and several Sherford scents.
Sharing their skills and expertise, Yani and David will be running a candle making class, guiding guests through the process of making a candle to take home with them. Taking place at the end of November, there will be a glass of festive fizz, the opportunity to craft a Christmas gift, and buy handmade presents. As with all of the activities coming up, all materials and tuition are provided.
New destination for events
The creative sessions have been developed to showcase what’s on offer in the new town of Sherford, open to those visiting Sherford for the first time, members of the wider local community, and Sherford residents. The pop-up event space is located within the Linden Homes sales complex on Hercules Road. With a huge glass front and high ceilings, this is light, open and modern setting in which to try something exciting and new.
The programme also provides opportunities to learn new skills from the area’s leading artisans and make items to take home. From painting and printing, to creating bird boxes and glass ornaments, workshop attendees can come along, meet new people, and leave with new skills and something to show from the experience.
Peter Sadler, Managing Director of Vistry Cornwall South West, part of the Sherford Consortium, said: “Sherford is a growing town that is already proving a great place to live. We want to make sure it is an interesting and inspiring place to visit and spend time in too. In opening up this event space and creating a programme of exciting experiences, we hope this provides more reasons to visit Sherford and discover what this new town has to offer.”
Dates for the diary
Here is the current events programme and more events will follow in early 2025:
Creative Club:
Christmas Craft
A fun, free and festive activity for families. Drop in, get creative, and enjoy Christmas crafting. The session will involve making winter themed crafts to take home. Booking advised to ensure enough materials are available: book here
Spring Crafts
Children are invited to enjoy another seasonal arts and craft session at Sherford, with all materials supplied and plenty of inspiration to create a masterpiece! Bookings will open in early 2025.
Sherford Sessions:
Paint & Create: a wooden bird house with artist Jayne Ashenbury
Guests are invited to unleash their creativity to create a unique piece of art to take home or give as a gift. Using acrylic paint and wooden bird boxes, renowned local artist – Jayne Ashenbury – will help you develop a design and paint it step by step. All materials and light refreshments provided. Tickets are £30 and can be booked here
Print your own Christmas cards, gift wrap, bags & tags with Debby Mason. Discover the joy of Gelli plate printing with the talented local artist, Debby Mason. This creative and quick workshop is perfect for making your own unique cards, gift wrap, bags, and tags, an environmentally friendly alternative to your Christmas wrap this year. A starter pack of materials are supplied. Tickets are £15 and can be booked here.
Christmas calligraphy guided session with Wild Sea Calligraphy
Learn the basics of the modern calligraphy alphabet and festive phrases under the tuition of Lyndsey, a professional calligrapher, tutor and author. You will receive a calligraphy kit which includes pen, nibs, ink bottle and guide sheets. Tea and cake will be served during the session. Tickets are £40 and can be booked here.
Candle making class with local Sherford business, Candles of Sherford
Join Sherford residents and thriving local business, Candles of Sherford, for a masterclass in how to create your own signature scent. Yani and David will guide you through the steps, from the best wax to building a fragrance, to help you craft a candle to take home. Enjoy a glass of Christmas cheer during the afternoon. Tickets are £28 and can be booked here.
Handmade watercolour bookmarks & Christmas tags with Jayne Ashenbury
Paint tiny pictures and larger patterns that can be crafted into bookmarks and present tags, creating unique Christmas gifts for friends and family. Artist Jayne Ashenbury will supply watercolour paper and glass dipping pens to enable you to illustrate your designs in a riot of festive colours. Refreshments will be provided. Tickets are £25 and can be booked here.
Create a fused glass sun-catcher with Sheena of Papercutzglass designs
Create your own unique designs on three sun-catchers. Accomplished glass artist, Sheena, will have all of the materials and tools at the ready to walk you through the process. Your designs will be taken away from the session, fired and return a week later. Tickets are £35, email Sheena to book a place: hallybonesheena@gmail.com
For more information, future event listings, and booking links, visit www.sherford.uk/news or follow @DestinationSherford on Facebook.
Well done to the Stowford Stars and Supernovas Field Gun Teams for competing in the Junior Field Gun competition on Plymouth Hoe for Armed Forces Day!
Congratulations to Maddison and Phoebe who came first in the Southwest Schools Acrobatic Competition!
Well done to the year 5/6 netball teams who competed in the WeST Netball Tournament at the Ivybridge Tennis Centre.
We work in partnership with Atom Learning, the leading online Key Stage 2 learning and 11+ preparation platform, to provide Years 3 - 6 students who are eligible for Pupil Premium with free Atom Home accounts. Atom Home is normally £575.90 per year.
We were delighted to have Pets and Picasso with us to run an exciting workshop for our Little Poppies!
For more information please look under our vacancies section
Yealmpton Primary School joins the nation in mourning the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II. We offer our deepest sympathies at this very sad time. Our school will observe a period of mourning whilst continuing to support our children, staff and community.
Please click on the link below for this week's parent/carer update.
Please click on the link below for this week's parent/carer update.
We are delighted to confirm our new partnership for supply of uniform and PE kit with Trutex.
The College would like to thank all parents and students who attended the Year 9 GCSE Options Evening on Thursday, 12 December 2023.
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Recently, some members of our Girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Greenpower Club were given the opportunity of a tour of the electrical engineering research and development site of Plessey (our School Employer Partners) in Roborough.
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Some of our bright Science students were invited to figure out some interesting engineering conundrums as part of a practical workshop.
Please find a letter below from Iain Grafton MBE and Rob Haring with an update regarding a change to Chair for our Trust Board.
Please find a letter below from Rob Haring, CEO to Yealmpton Primary School.
Please find a letter below from Rob Haring, CEO to Coombe Dean Parents/Carers.
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