Newsletters

Spring Term - Issue 67

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Dear Parents and Carers, 

We wish you all a joyful and happy Easter holiday! Let’s hope the weather is kind to us all over the break and that everyone comes back refreshed and ready for the summer term. With the start of the summer term, the children can wear summer uniform. Please see the uniform list for more details. 

I forgot to mention the Xavier Science Fair that took place last week – we had six children very excitedly attend the event at ACS International School in Cobham with Mrs. Quinlan. Thank you to the parents that supported with transport to and from the event.  

 

 

 

 

It was a busy week at St. Cuthbert Mayne: 

On Monday of this week, children in the Faith Council were invited to attend an outdoor liturgy at St. Joseph’s Specialist Trust in Cranleigh. St. Joseph’s kindly provided a minibus to transport us there and back. We had a beautiful afternoon in the sun to reflect on our Lenten journey. It gave us ideas that we can bring back to school too! 

After school on Monday, Mr. Ellson’s choir led a Lenten Reflection for parents and staff. This gave the choir the opportunity to share the songs they had been learning this term and provided the adults with the opportunity to reflect.  

Fr Alistair was in school on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons this week so that children in KS2 had the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.  

Then on Tuesday, the Year 6 netball team won the tournament hosted by Glebelands! Look at the joy in their faces! The following evening, the Year 6 football team game 3rd in their tournament at a Tillingbourne. 

 

We ended the term today with Mass at Church – thank you to the KS2 and KS1 choirs for sharing their singing talents with the school and parish communities.  

The Friends have been very busy this term (and especially this week) and are delighted to share that over the past three weeks, The Friends have raised an incredible £1,118! This is a brilliant effort from everyone involved—the hardworking team, wonderful volunteers & all the amazing families/children/friends of Saint Cuthbert Mayne school!! See below for a breakdown of the fundraising. Thank you to everyone for your support of the events that have funded new additions to our playgrounds – watch this space for photos in the new term. 

Thank you to those of you who are following the school on Instagram. Do follow us if you use this social media platform! 

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Wishing you a blessed Easter, 

Mrs. Amy O’Donovan 

Head of School 

 

Collective Worship 

This week’s Gospel was the Parable of the Prodigal Son – probably one of the best-known parables. The children reflected on who they are most like in the story – the forgiving father, the son who makes mistakes but asks for forgiveness or the son who always does the right thing and is critical of his brother and father for asking for or giving forgiveness. Arabella recognised that the father in the story represents God – he is always there for us with open arms and ready to forgive our mistakes. The children think this is a great Gospel for Lent as it reminds us that on our Lenten journey, we can say sorry to God or try to be closer to him and he will welcome us back with love! 

 

 

School Development Fund 

A few weeks ago now, you were sent a letter from the governors about the School Development Fund. The School Development Fund pays for projects which ensure the school remains an attractive and safe environment for the children including a rolling programme of refurbishment, new technologies and other capital expenditure. It would be really helpful for planning if you could complete this form in regard to your engagement with the School Development Fund. 

You can now contribute to the School Development Fund via a tab on the front page of our website using CAF donate  

Friends fundraising 

Wow! Take a look at the success of the last few weeks of events! 

  • Fun Film Friday Events 🎥 

  • KS1: £215.50 

  • KS2: £320.50 

  • Total: £536 

  • Mother’s Day Raffle 🌸 

  • Total: £300 

  • Easter Eggstravaganza 🐣 

  • Easter Hats & Wooden Eggs Total: £282 (excluding Friday’s Tombola sales) 

 

Online Safety 

Instagram remains a go-to app for teens, with its endless stream of photos, videos, and ‘Stories’ keeping young users constantly connected. From influencer content to live broadcasts, the platform is packed with evolving features that can feel fun and engaging – but can also raise some serious concerns around screen time, online pressures and exposure to inappropriate content. 

National Online Safety have created this free guide – also available in podcast format – offering parents and educators up-to-date knowledge on the risks and safety tips for this latest version of Instagram. 

 

 

 

Parking  

  

Points to remember please: 

  • Do not park on the zig zag lines 

  • Ensure the junction to Ewhurst Road is clear for traffic to enter and exit 

  • Do not park on the double yellow lines 

  • Be considerate of the residents along St. Nicolas Crescent 

  • Take care with where you are crossing – avoid crossing between parked cars 

 

I know that a parent talked to the PCSO about having a walking bus. If anyone would like to volunteer to organise that - please get in contact with Mrs O’Donovan via the School Office. She would love to hear from you! 

Interested in training to teach?  

Xavier Teach SouthEast are currently recruiting primary and secondary teachers for Sept 2025 to train across their local partnership of schools.  

www.teachsoutheast.co.uk or call 01932 578 682 

God bless, 

Mrs. Amy O’Donovan 

Head of School 

 

 

 


Closing Date Tuesday 15th April

The Pre First Holy Communion Course for September 2025 Year 3 students and older, will begin April 2025 for children preparing to receive Reconciliation and Eucharist in June 2026. The course consists of three sessions and Mass attendance, which are required for entry into the full FHC course starting in October 2025. To register, email cranleigh@abdiocese.org.uk

 

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Request from The Friends.

  1. Shed Roof Repair
    Our school shed roof is leaking, and unfortunately, it’s not keeping anything dry! We’re reaching out to see if there are any parents, guardians, or contacts in our school community who might be able to help repair it. Whether it’s donating materials, time, or expertise, we’d greatly appreciate any support. If anyone can assist or knows someone who might be able to help, please let us know! Email: thefriendsscm@gmail.com

  2. Classlist Reminder
    We’d also like to remind all parents to ensure they have the Classlist app/website readily available and set up. Many important school updates are communicated through Classlist, and having it ensures parents stay informed. Supporting Classlist also helps The Friends continue to support the school effectively.

 


 

Annual School Travel Survey 2025 - From Surrey Travel Team

https://www.surreysays.co.uk/safer-travel/primary-school-travel-2025 

The objective of this research is to assist us as we continue to develop a better understanding of the different types of travel used to and from school, and to ascertain if this is changing over time.  The Safer Travel Team’s goal is to assist schools to continue to encourage safer and more active ways of travelling to school. 

To encourage parents to take part, we are offering a charity incentive for participation – we will donate £25 for every 100 surveys completed to a charity that the parent will choose from either Momentum Children’s Charity or Orchid Environmental Trust. 

Thank you in advance for your help.

Cheryl Mason
Safer Travel Officer



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SCHOOL VALUES AMBASSADORS.

 

Reception Class

Wilfred

Sophie

 

 

Year One

Beatrice

Mateus

 
Year Two

Amelie

Alfie

 
Year Three

Harrison

Isobel

 
Year Four

Oscar

Sebastian

 
Year Five

Teddy

Halle

 

 

Year Six

Tallulah

Sophia

 

We are a Cool Milk School!

From 6th January 2025 our school became a Cool Milk School.  Children who are under 5 receive a small carton of milk each day, paid for by the government.  Log on to Cool Milk to claim your child's free milk. If your child is in Reception class and is over five years old, you are able to sign up for milk each day for a small cost by logging on to Cool Milk.  Parents – Cool Milk


Easy Fundraising for our school. 

We’re excited to introduce a simple and impactful way for you to support St Cuthbert Mayne every time you shop online! Through our partnership with EasyFundraising, you can help raise valuable donations for our school by shopping with over 8,000 retailers at no additional cost to you. With Christmas approaching, it’s the perfect time to make a difference with each purchase. Whether you’re shopping for Christmas gifts or everyday essentials like groceries and insurance, every transaction helps us raise important funds for our school. Joining is quick and easy, simply follow this link: EasyFundraising Thank you for your continued support, and happy shopping!


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Classlist

Classlist is the most effective way of staying touch with other parents. Please click this link in order to sign up.


Safeguarding

Keeping children safe is everyone's responsibility at St Cuthbert Mayne. Please see below for some useful links and resources for all families:

Family Lives – very useful parental information website, provides lots of links and resources - they also have a telephone support line for parents/carers. Parenting and Family Support - Family Lives (Parentline Plus)

Mental Health support – suitable for lots of families, especially at this time of year. Mental health support - Surrey County Council (surreycc.gov.uk)

NHS Talking Therapies – it may be helpful for any parents to be able to talk to someone and this is a self referral service Home Mind Matters Surrey - NHS Talking Therapies (mindmattersnhs.co.uk)

Family Conflict – SCC pages for parents. Our resources for reducing conflict between parents - Surrey County Council (surreycc.gov.uk)

Your Sanctuary – Domestic Abuse Support Services. YS Home (yoursanctuary.org.uk)

Relate – resources for relationships –

Get Help | Relate

Find your online centre Relate

Drug and Alcohol Support Services

i-access Drug & Alcohol Service : Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (surreydrugandalcohol.com)

Catalyst – substance and mental health support

Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Service in Surrey (catalystsupport.org.uk)

Citizens Advice – another more general link but useful for newsletters at this time of year

Citizens Advice

Family Information Service – Families can search for services near to them

Family Information Service - Surrey County Council (surreycc.gov.uk)

Online Understanding your child guides – Free for all Surrey residents – use access code ACORN.

Online Learning (heiapply.com)

Our Safeguarding Team: Mrs Amy O'Donovan (DSL), Miss Wilkin (DDSL), Mrs Chalstrey (DDSL)

As a team we are always here to support, to be a listening ear, and guide in anyway you feel appropriate. Do get in touch with any member of the team via phone 01483 274961 or email DSL@stcuthbert-mayne.surrey.sch.uk

You are not on your own and many individuals or families do come and ask. 


Calendar

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL TERM
8:50am – 12:00pm
04
April
Whole School End of Term Mass in Church
10:00am – 11:00am
04
April
EASTER HOLIDAYS
8:50am – 3:00pm
from 05 Apr until 21 Apr
05
April
FIRST DAY OF TERM
8:50am – 3:00pm
22
April
The Friends Cake Raffle
2:30pm – 3:30pm
24
April
The Friends Cake Raffle
2:30pm – 3:30pm
25
April
Mini Marathon
0:00am – 0:00am
26
April
Year 3 Collective Worship - Y3 parents invited.
2:30pm – 3:00pm
29
April
Praying the Rosary on the school playground (runs week days throughout May
8:40am – 8:50am
from 01 May until 23 May
01
May
BANK HOLIDAY
8:50am – 3:00pm
05
May