Dear Parents and Carers,
Thank you to all of the families who attended Mass for Education Sunday last weekend, it was lovely to see so many children in their school uniforms too. One of the parishioners commented on how much they enjoyed seeing the children in their school uniforms looking so smart and hearing from the Headteacher too. A big thank you to the Parish for their ongoing support, both practical and spiritual – a special thank you for the generous second collection for the school.
God Bless,
Mrs. Amy O’Donovan
Headteacher
Collective Worship
This week, we celebrated Mass for the start of the school term with the Parish and Fr. Alistair at 10am Mass on Monday. The 15th September was also the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows when we remember the events in Mary’s life that would have been so hard for her – such as her son’s crucifixion. We ended Mass by asking Mary to pray for us. It was lovely to be joined by some of our families too.
Reception St. David’s Class
We look forward to parents joining St. David’s class for a liturgy in the Church on Thursday 25th September at 2.45pm.
Year 6 parents – starting secondary school in September 2026
I know that your children have only just started in year 6, but the application process for Secondary schools is already open! Please see the information below from Surrey:
If your child will reach the age of 11 between 1 September 2025 and 31 August 2026, they will be due to start secondary school in September 2026.
You can apply for a secondary school place from 1 September 2025.
The closing date for on-time applications for secondary schools is 31 October 2025.
https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools/admissions/secondary
Online Safety
With over 900 million monthly users, Snapchat continues to be a favourite among children and young people; however, with its ever-evolving features, the risks have evolved too. From AI-generated filters and chatbots, to disappearing messages and the Snap Map location-sharing tool, it’s easy for children to stumble into unsafe territory. This guide breaks down the latest updates, including the Lens+ subscription service, and web browser access.
We’ve also unpacked the risks of sextortion scams, overuse, and inappropriate content that may slip through the app’s moderation systems. With expert advice from online safety consultant Dr Claire Sutherland, this guide is a must-read for anyone helping young people navigate Snapchat responsibly and confidently.
Message from Surrey County Council regarding Attendance
Just to remind parents/carers that if they take their children out of school without authority for 5 or more days (which do not have to be consecutive), then the following will apply:
1. If you have not incurred a penalty notice relating to this child/children in a rolling 3 year period since 19 August 2024, then the penalty notice will be charged at the rate of £160.00, per parent/carer per child, if paid within 28 days. This will be reduced to £80.00 if paid within 21 days of receipt of the notice. Failure to pay the Penalty Notice will result in Surrey County Council considering legal proceedings against you in the Magistrates Court.
2. If you have incurred a penalty notice relating to this child/children since 19 August 2024, the rolling 3 year period will be activated from the date of the first penalty notice and the second penalty notice will be charged at the flat rate of £160.00, per parent/carer per child, if paid within 28 days. There will be no reduction for payment within 21 days. Failure to pay the Penalty Notice will result in Surrey County Council considering legal proceedings against you in the Magistrates Court.
3. If you have incurred 2 penalty notices relating to this child/children in the rolling 3 year period since the first penalty notice was issued, then you will NOT receive a third penalty notice – Surrey County Council will have no option but to consider a prosecution, per parent/carer per child, in the Magistrates Court under s 444 Education Act 1996.
Surrey County Council is not responsible for authorising pupil absence and therefore cannot withdraw any Penalty Notice requests without the written permission of the Headteacher.
Reception 2025
We have just settled our Reception intake, but it is already time to think about 2026’s new intake! If your child is due to start school in September 2026 and you would like to find out more about St. Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Primary School, we will be running tours of the school so that you can see us in action and have the opportunity to meet with Mrs. O’Donovan, Headteacher on the following dates:
To book a place, please complete this form.
Interested in teaching?
Are you or someone you know interested in a change of career or have a passion for teaching? If the answer is yes, The Xavier Teach South East Hub have several events coming up with opportunities to find out more about teacher training. You can find out more on their website: www.teachsoutheast.co.uk or if you feel you just want to apply, there is a fast track application here.
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Tuesday 16th September 2025
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9.30-11am
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SCITT open morning
Xavier TSE central offices, Salesian school, Chertsey, Guildford Road, KT16 9LU
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Thursday 25th September 2025
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11.00- 11.30am
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Online information event
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Meeting ID: 377 979 067 446 5
Passcode: VX7AG3AK
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Thursday 16th October 2025
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11am-11.30am
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Online information event
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Meeting ID: 397 787 846 616 6
Passcode: x4fb2QK2
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Tuesday 4th November 2025
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9.30-11am
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SCITT open morning
Xavier TSE central offices, Salesian school, Chertsey, Guildford Road, KT16 9LU
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Tuesday 11th November 2025
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11-11.30am
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Online information event
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Meeting ID: 397 787 846 616 6
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Thursday 11th December 2025
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11.30am-12pm
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Meeting ID: 343 864 827 231 1
Passcode: X5VY7a4z
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