As the school bell rings for the final time this term, we prepare to say goodbye to a remarkable teacher who has left a lasting legacy at Olton Primary.

It is rare to find a teacher whose impact spans decades, but Mrs Wallam is truly an institution. Having joined Chapel Fields Juniors before it was renamed Olton, she has dedicated over 36 years to our school. In that time, she has taught over 1,000 children, including the mums and dads of many of our current pupils.

Teaching was never just a career for Mrs Wallam; it was her true calling. Throughout her working life, she only ever wanted to be a teacher, and this lifelong vocation has been evident in every lesson she taught. We feel incredibly privileged to have had such a dedicated and inspirational teacher as part of our team.

Beyond the classroom, Mrs Wallam has been a pillar of leadership as our Science and RE lead. She has also been a vital mentor, supporting many newly qualified teachers (NQT/ECT) as they began their own careers. A true champion of creativity, her unforgettable lessons are a cherished part of our community and will be remembered by families for years to come.

We wish her nothing but the best in a very well-deserved retirement.

Mr L Chamberlain & Mrs E Gray and all the Olton team

This week we bid a fond farewell to another valued member of the Olton team who has helped shape the minds of our pupils over the last ten years.

Mrs Bramble has worked at Olton for over 10 years, serving as a dedicated lead for World Studies across the school. In this role, she has been instrumental in broadening our pupils' horizons and fostering a sense of global citizenship.

Her passion for her subject and her unwavering dedication to the children will be greatly missed by staff and students alike.

We wish Mrs Bramble much happiness and success in her new role. Thank you for everything.

Mr L Chamberlain & Mrs E Gray and all the Olton team

Dear Year 4 Parents/Carers,

We are pleased to inform you that Year 4 swimming lessons will recommence in the summer term.

Swimming timetable

• Wallabies – Monday at 10:30am
• Possums – Monday at 11:00am
• Dingoes – Tuesday at 10:30am

Swimming lessons are paid for by the school from our budget. However, we kindly request a voluntary contribution towards the cost of the coach. This can be paid weekly (minimum of £5.00), or in larger instalments via ParentPay. The total cost for the full 12-week course is £21.30.

To help us with planning, we kindly ask all parents and carers to complete the short form linked below before the end of the spring term.

YEAR 4 SWIMMING - SUMMER TERM – Fill out form

Thank you for your continued support.

Kind regards,

Year 4 Team

A number of children have told us that they have been busy working on their Science projects focusing on this year’s theme of ‘Curiosity: What’s Your Question?’.

The Science Exhibition for Year 2 - 6 will be open to parents on the afternoon of Thursday 12th March from 2:00 to 2:45pm.

The projects for children in Nursery, Reception and Year 1 can be viewed in the classrooms after school until 3:30pm on Thursday 12th March.

This week, after school, the Science Gadget Shop will be open outside Wallabies for all pupils from 3:15pm, so please stop by if you would like to purchase something. Items can be purchased on a cash only basis.

In assembly on Friday 20th March, one winner per year group from the British Science Week project and poster competitions will be announced.

The Science Team

Dear Parent/Carers,

This is only a gentle reminder of the payment due for the Mobile Farm visit, which will be a wonderful experience for the children.

We have kindly asked all Parent/Carers to help by contributing £5.15 per child (on ParentPay) to allow the event to go ahead.  Due to their cancellation policy, the latest we can receive payment for this event is Monday 16 March 2026.  Should we not receive the contributions, unfortunately the event would need to be cancelled.

Thank you to everyone that has paid, and if you are unsure if you have paid, please check your history on your ParentPay account. If you have paid, and the event was cancelled, you would receive a full refund.

Many thanks

Mrs Chakmak

Finance/Lettings/Wraparound Officer

Dear Year 6 Parents/Carers,

We are now able to offer another release of tickets which is an opportunity to purchase an additional ticket or a first ticket if the other deadlines were missed. Please complete the form below by Friday 27th March if you would like to order a ticket. These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis and the form will close on the deadline day or before if the ticket limit is reached as we only have 40 remaining seats. After this date, Mrs Chakmak will put the payment on Parent Pay. The tickets are £4 each which is to be paid by Friday 17^th April 2026.

THIRD RELEASE - Year 6 Leavers Performance Tickets – Fill out form

Thank you for your continued support.

Kind Regards,

Miss Walton

Year 6 Teacher

Dear Parents/Carers, 

To celebrate British Science Week in school, we are hosting our fabulous GADGET SHOP after school, from Monday to Thursday, outside Mrs Lewis’ classroom, where children can buy scientific toys and gadgets- prices start at 50p.

Please be advised that we can only accept cash payments.

Hope to see you there.

Many thanks,

The Science Team!

Hi all,
This is just a reminder that on 9th March we are hosting another day which is dedicated to the enjoyment of reading. As part of this, we will be having a 'loungewear day' where children can come into school in comfy, loungewear clothing (no pyjamas please).

Please can we make sure the children are dressed in sensible clothing that will meet the requirements of the school, bearing in mind weather conditions and suitable footwear for both indoors and outdoors.

We are asking for a £1 donation for this non-uniform day via parentpay and the funds will go towards funding new reading resources for the school libraries (Infants and Juniors).

Many thanks in advance,
Miss F Jordan

Assistant Head teacher

Dear Parents and Carers,

Thank you to parents and carers who have already given consent for their child.  We know that Ramadan has already started and your child may wish to fast. To allow them to do this safely in School, please click on to the link below to give consent for your child, if you have not already done so.  Thank you.

Ramadan Consent Form 2026 - Years 3 - 6 – Fill out form

I have attached a further copy of the letter that was sent out on 5^th February 2026 together with a Leave of Absence form.

Yours sincerely,

Mr Chamberlain                    Mrs Gray

Head Teacher                        Deputy Head Teacher

(N.B. The above mentioned letters can be found under 'Letters Home' page of this website)

Hi all,

As part of our celebrations of children’s literature and for the National Year of Reading, this year we will be transforming our main school hall again but this time it will be into a mansion. Within each themed ‘room’ of the mansion, famous books will be brought to life through live theatre, interactive videos, props and much, much more. Across the week, the children will have the opportunity to enter the mansion and work in teams within their class to journey into the books and search for clues in order to ‘escape’ the mansion.

This fun action-packed experience will provide the children with a unique opportunity to develop their reading skills as well as promote a love of books and reading.

We are really looking forward to this experience and hope this will be a fantastic and thriving experience for all. We do ask for a £3.70 contribution towards the cost of this experience. This payment will show on your parentpay account and deadline for payment is Monday 16th February.

Thank you in advance for your support with this.
Miss Jordan