This Week's News

Friday 27th February 2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

We hope you had an enjoyable half-term break. It has been a busy first week back, and it was lovely to see a glimpse of Spring earlier in the week! We were delighted to welcome Mrs Mansell back from her maternity leave on Monday. She will be teaching Bumblebee class on Mondays and Tuesdays. She was raring to go and is thrilled to be back. We also had a real treat today when Mrs Edwards brought baby Ottolie in to meet us. She was such a good girl and enjoyed lots of cuddles!

Bumblebee class were so pleased to welcome the parents who joined us this morning for our ‘Characteristics of Effective Learning’ workshop. There was a really positive hum of chatting and laughter in the hall as the children got creative with lots of glue and feathers—a perfect combination! Thank you to everyone who joined us.

Thank you once again for your sponsored bounce donations. Year 1 and 2 have enjoyed their Movie and popcorn treats in the hall with me this week. Reception are going to have their treats next Friday. We have another action-packed week ahead! Year 1 are looking forward to their Spring term Forest School days. We are also incredibly excited to welcome author Kate Thomas to Oatlands for World Book Day next Friday. Please don’t forget that children should come dressed as a Super Hero!

We hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Tanya Mooney

Key Dates in the Next 2 Weeks

Friday 6th March                               World Book Day-Superheroes & Author visit

Saturday 7th March                          PTA Quiz night

Friday 13th March                             Leopard Class assembly

Friday 13th March                             Year 2-Cleves Mini Olympics

Reception Characteristics of Effective Learning Workshops

Monday 2nd March                          9.15-10.00 Ladybirds

Tuesday 3rd March                           9.15-10.00 Butterflies

Year 1 Forest School

Monday 2nd March                          Seahorse Class

Tuesday 3rd March                          Starfish Class

Thursday 5th March                          Jellyfish Class            

You can also see a full list of key dates for the year so far, on the Term Dates & Calendar pages of the school website HERE  

Parent Consultations

The Spring Term parent consultations will be taking place in school on:

Tuesday 17th March – 5.00-7.30 pm

Wednesday 25th March – 3.30-6.00 pm

A creche will be available on both evenings.

You MUST log into Arbor: https://oatlands-surrey.uk.arbor.sc/ to book your own consultation. Self-booking opens at 4pm on Friday 6th March and closes at 10 pm on Sunday 15th March.

Unfortunately, Arbor only allows us to schedule one time-slot per child. Should you require an additional time-slot (if parents are separated and cannot attend together for example), please book one slot and contact the school office to arrange the additional meeting. If you have any problems accessing Arbor or have forgotten your login details, please contact the school office as soon as possible.

World Book Day- Friday 6th March

To celebrate world book day, children are invited to come to school dressed as superheroes on Friday 6th March.  £1 Book vouchers are being sent home today so children can spend them before the rush next week.

Parking in Copse Mews

We have again received several complaints from residents of Copse Mews and the surrounding area regarding parking at drop-off and pick-up times. Concerns include vehicles parking across driveways, stopping on yellow lines, blocking access to the mews, and instances of inconsiderate behaviour.

We respectfully remind all parents and carers to park safely, considerately, and within the law at all times. Please remember that your conduct in the local community reflects on the whole school. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain positive relationships with our neighbours.

PTA-School Pub Quiz- Saturday 7th March

Just a few days left to buy your pub quiz tickets - Join us for a night of fun and fish & chips all for £18!!! You don’t need to be a brain box for this quiz, there will be something for everyone, come along just to meet people or have a drink with friends! Teams of up to 10 but no need to sort a team, just let us know which class and we can put teams together. Last day for ticket sales and last orders for food will be Tuesday. There will be a prize for the best team name so get creative. Arrival from 7.30pm to settle in and make good use of our REASONABLY PRICED bar! The quiz will start at 8pm.

Click on the following link to buy tickets: www.pta-events.co.uk/oatlands

CLASSIFIED: OPERATION SPRING BALL 2026

Mission Date: 16th May | 1900h - 0100h 

Tickets are now on sale for this year’s James Bond -themed Spring Ball (and typically sell very quickly!) Expect a glamorous evening of fine dining, high-stakes entertainment, gaming tables and dancing. You are welcome to fly solo, in pairs, or organise tables of up to 12 guests. Further information and tickets are available at www.pta-events.co.uk/oatlands. Please email osspringball@gmail.com with table requests or additional questions.

Safeguarding Notice

If you have any concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing in the school or community, please speak to one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSL). DSL- Tanya Mooney, Head Teacher.  DSL- Phil Copsey, Deputy Head Teacher or DSL-Kelly Grindle, Nurture Lead.