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Read More8 Years of Picture News
Published 05/05/26Celebrating 8 Years of Picture News
Read MoreTrust Councillors Visit - Black Country Foodbank
Published 19/03/26Yesterday, our Trust Councillors visited the Black Country Foodbank to deliver a generous donation of supplies from our staff — building on the wonderful contributions our families made earlier in the year.
Our pupils had the opportunity to learn first‑hand about the vital role the Foodbank plays within our community. They were truly amazed by the scale of donations received and the incredible work the Foodbank team carries out to support families in need.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this visit so meaningful.
Together, we continue to show the power of kindness and community.
Read MoreBook Fayre
Published 19/03/26Our Annual Book Fayre is Back!
We’re excited to share that our annual Book Fayre will be returning to school for two days!
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Read MoreMaking a splash in PE!
Published 06/03/26Our Year 3 and Year 5 pupils are currently enjoying their swimming lessons in our onsite pool.
This exciting part of the week is always a highlight for our children and forms an important part of our wide-ranging sports offer through our PE curriculum.
We’re proud to provide opportunities in the school day that help our children stay active and confident in the water!
If you would like to know more about the opportunities our swim school provides for children learning to swim outside of school hours, More info available here.
Read MoreWorld Book Day @ Gig Mill!
Published 05/03/26Huge thanks to our kitchen team today for the amazing array of treats on offer celebrating World Book Day at Gig Mill Primary School!
Read MoreBoost Your Brain
Published 10/02/26
Read MoreOur Visitor from the Houses of Parliament
Published 06/02/26This week, we were delighted to welcome a visitor from the Houses of Parliament to our school. They spoke to the children about Parliament, how laws are made, and why democracy is such an important part of life in the UK. This visit built on the l
Read MoreVaccination & Conversation Clinic
Published 06/02/26A free walk in conversation and vaccination clinic offering a range of catch-up vaccinations, including MMR, MMRV and flu for children and young people, will be available during February half term at Dudley Market Place on Friday 20 February 10am-3pm.
Parents / carers will have the opportunity to come and discuss vaccinations, have any queries answered and if eligible the children can receive their missed vaccination at the time, no appointment required.
The clinic is also offering pertussis and RSV vaccinations for pregnant women, and RSV for eligible older adults along with flu and Covid-19 boosters.
This is an ideal opportunity for families to catch-up on any missed vaccinations and get protected ahead of Easter and summer.
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Read MoreHales Valley Teacher Training Programme
Published 27/01/26Are you a graduate/undergraduate, or do you know a graduate/undergraduate, who might be interested in training to teach alongside experienced, supportive teachers? Applications are now open for our Hales Valley school-based post graduate teacher training programme starting September 2026. To find out more, join us at our teacher training event at Woodside School on Tuesday 10th February from 4.30pm. To book a place or for further details about our course, please email awootton@halesvalleytrust.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!