Welcome back letter from the Headteacher

New Headteacher Mr Peter Killip warmly welcomes families to the new school year, expressing his gratitude for the community's warm reception while setting out key safety updates, site improvements, and new staff appointments.

Key Highlights & Important Announcements

Headteacher's Vision: Mr Killip shares his pride in joining Kensington Avenue Primary School and challenges every pupil to make a simple promise: to try their best every day

• KS2 Dismissal Arrangements: All Key Stage 2 pupils will now be dismissed directly from the Lower Playground. Older pupils are no longer permitted to collect younger siblings on the school site

• Independent Travel Policy: Independent travel to and from school is strictly restricted to Year 6 pupils only, subject to a signed permission form completed via the school office.

• Site & Building Upgrades: Extensive work was completed over the summer break to boost site safety and security, with further enhancements planned in the coming months.

• New Staff Members: KAPS extends a warm welcome to Mrs Wingate (Year 1), Mrs Morris-Moore (Year 2), Miss Ali (Year 3), Miss Richards (Year 4), and Mr Matthews (Assistant Headteacher).

• Community Engagement: Mr Killip will be present at the school gates during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal to meet and speak with parents and carers.

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