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“I will strengthen and help you” Isaiah 41:10
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 Message from the Headteacher
Dear Parents, Carers and Children,
What a busy couple of weeks it has been at St. Peter's! We have had lots of sports, with girls football competition, a tenpin bowling competition, a netball match, an American Football match, a Basketball competition, a Badminton taster session, Year 3 & 4 Futsal tournament and our Year 5 & 6 boys football team coming Runners Up at the Wigan Kids' Cup! Some of our Year 6 children have also had the opportunity to attend an Advanced Writing workshop, and some of our children also cheered Sir Kevin Sinfield on in his marathon challenge! Our Year 3 & 4 children have also had an exciting day learning all about the Stone Age with their visitor teaching them all about our ancestors.
We love being able to provide so many opportunities for our children to experience different sports and activities, alongside our learning in the classrooms. A big thank you to our staff who make these opportunities happen, and to our families who always turn out in numbers to support the children! Thank you for your continued support
Kind regards,
Stephen Eccles
Headteacher
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 Eco Warriors attend Youth Climate Summit
Last week, our Eco Warriors attended the Wigan Youth Climate Summit 2026, exploring sustainability and ways to make a difference. They were even interviewed by Winstanley College students! Returning full of enthusiasm and fantastic ideas, they’re excited to make positive changes throughout the year.
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 Under-11s Compete at the Wigan Schools Games Kid Cup
Our Under 11s football team competed in the Wigan School Games Kids Cup, showing fantastic effort, skill and determination. They earned well-deserved silver medals after a brilliant performance, narrowly losing to a strong opponent in the final. Huge thanks to Wigan Athletic Community Trust!
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 Seven Ultra-Marathon Runner Inspiring Our Children
Miss Wilcock took our head boy, head girl and deputies into town to cheer on Sir Kevin Sinfield during his incredible challenge of seven ultra-marathons in seven days, raising money and awareness for motor neurone disease. Oliver was thrilled to get Kevin’s autograph!
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 Learning about Budgeting at the Money Matters Festival
This week our children took part in the Money Matters festival and explored challenges linked to spending, saving and earning money.
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R eception Making Brilliant Progress in Phonics
Reception are making brilliant progress with their Little Wandle Phonics, look at their amazing application out in provision!
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Attendance Week 1
| Class |
Attendance % |
| Reception |
95.5% |
| Year 1 |
95% |
| Year 1/2 |
100% |
| Year 2 |
97.2% |
| Year 3 |
97.7% |
| Year 3/4 |
96.2% |
| Year 4 |
98.3% |
| Year 5 |
95.4% |
| Year 5/6 |
97.1% |
| Year 6 |
94.2% |
Attendance Week 2
| Class |
Attendance % |
| Reception |
96.6% |
| Year 1 |
99.1% |
| Year 1/2 |
96.1% |
| Year 2 |
98.9% |
| Year 3 |
97% |
| Year 3/4 |
98.1% |
| Year 4 |
92.6% |
| Year 5 |
99.2% |
| Year 5/6 |
95.4% |
| Year 6 |
92.2% |
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Stars of the Week 1
| Name |
Class |
| Aaliyah |
Reception |
| Ada |
Year 1 |
| John |
Year 1/2 |
| Grayson |
Year 2 |
| Jack |
Year 3 |
| Ollie |
Year 3/4 |
| Sapphire |
Year 4 |
| Sonny |
Year 5 |
| Amara |
Year 5/6 |
| Elijah |
Year 6 |
House Points Winners Week 1
Little Wandle Phonics Star of the Week 1
| Name |
Class |
| Leo |
Reception |
| Kade |
Year 1 |
The Skill Builder Star of the Week 1
Speaking Skill
| Name |
Class |
| Ava Grace |
Reception |
| Jude |
Year 1 |
| Myla |
Year 1/2 |
| Belle |
Year 2 |
| Nevaeh |
Year 3 |
| Holly |
Year 3/4 |
| Charlie |
Year 4 |
| Luca |
Year 5 |
| Oliver |
Year 5/6 |
| Tilly |
Year 6 |
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Stars of the Week 2
| Name |
Class |
| Betsy |
Reception |
| Julia |
Year 1 |
| Italia |
Year 1/2 |
| Ivy |
Year 2 |
| Isaac |
Year 3 |
| Penny H |
Year 3/4 |
| Arthur B |
Year 4 |
| Millie |
Year 5 |
| Noah |
Year 5/6 |
| Nevaeh |
Year 6 |
House Points Winners Week 2
Little Wandle Phonics Star of the Week 2
| Name |
Class |
| Brody |
Reception |
| Sienna |
Year 1 |
The Skill Builder Star of the Week 2
Problem Solving Skill
| Name |
Class |
| Oliver M |
Reception |
| Victor |
Year 1 |
| Corey |
Year 1/2 |
| Kobi |
Year 2 |
| Penelope |
Year 3 |
| Willow O |
Year 3/4 |
| Olivia |
Year 4 |
| Shon |
Year 5 |
| Year 5/6 |
Year 5/6 |
| Year 6 |
Year 6 |
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 Upcoming Trips
We have a number of trips coming up for various year groups. Please ensure that you log onto MCAS (My Child at School) to give permission and make payment of the trip. Unfortunately, if we do not receive enough contributions, trips may need to be cancelled. For any queries, please contact the school office.
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Parents Evening
Parents’ Evening will be held after school on Wednesday 11th November and appointments are now available to book via My Child at School. All appointments will be held at school. Booking should be made before Sunday 8th November. If you have any problems with booking, please contact the school office.
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Parking
Please be respectful when parking around school. Please do not park on the Staff or Hospice car parks as they are reserved for staff and visitors. We ask for greater consideration and request that you park considerately on a side street and walk the remaining few metres to collect or drop off your children.
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Reporting Absences
Please call the school office before 8.50am. If you cannot get through, leave a voicemail with your child's name, class and reason for absence. If you send a message by Class DoJo the office will still give you a courtesy call. This is part of our safeguarding procedures to ensure every child is safe and well.
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Extra-Curricular
Please check MyChildatSchool for full details of each club, including any costs, booking requirements and the number of available places. Places may be limited and booking may be required.
| Activity |
Date |
Time |
| Girls Football Club |
Every Monday |
After School |
| iPad Computing Club |
Every Monday |
After School |
| Boys Football Club |
Every Tuesday |
After School |
| KS2 Cross Country Club |
Every Tuesday |
Lunchtime |
| Craft Club |
Every Wednesday |
After School |
| KS2 Cheer/Dance Club |
Every Thursday |
After School |
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What's On In The Community?
 Get active with October Half-Term Activity Camps at Leigh Leisure Centre and Leigh Sports Hub.
Dates: Monday 26 – Friday 30 October
Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Ages: 5–12 years
Cost: £18 per child, per day
Activities: Football, cricket, dodgeball, fun games and activities.
Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.
How to book: Use the Be Well app, visit reception, or call 01942 487800.
https://www.leighsportsvillage.co.uk/leigh-sports-hub/half-term-holiday-camps/
 The Lego Club at Platt Bridge Library offers children a fun, creative activity every Friday, where they can build with Lego and use their imagination.
Term time: Fridays, 3:30 pm–4:30 pm.
School holidays: Fridays, 12:30 pm–2:30 pm.
Cost: Free.
Booking: No booking required; drop-ins welcome.
Location: Platt Bridge Library, Platt Bridge Community First site.
Contact: 01942 487997.
https://www.kidzdays.co.uk/whats-on/in/wigan
 Date: Wednesday, 28 October
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Pennington Flash
Details: Traffic-free family cycling featuring games, challenges, and guided exploration around the park.
Booking & Information
Cost: Free (spaces are limited).
How to book: Reserve your free spot online through the Be Well Wigan Booking Portal or via the official Be Well app
 Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026
Time: Gates open at 4:30 PM; firework display at approximately 6:40 PM (event closes at 7:00 PM)
Location: Haigh Woodland Park, School Lane, Wigan, WN2 1PE
Details: A large family-friendly evening of entertainment and fireworks. Optional VIP marquee upgrades are available. Standard car parking rates apply on-site.
Cost: Tickets available via Eventbrite.
 A lovely autumn family outing, perfect for pumpkin picking, seasonal photos and making special memories!
Dates: 24–29 October 2026
Location: Walled Gardens, Haigh Woodland Park, School Lane, Wigan, WN2 1PE
Times: Four one-hour sessions daily, starting at 10:15 am, with 15-minute breaks between sessions.
Activities: Pumpkin picking, autumn photo opportunities and family-friendly seasonal fun.
Tickets: Must be booked in advance via Eventbrite . Everyone attending, including adults, needs a ticket. Each paying guest receives one pumpkin.
Parking: Standard parking chargesapply, with additional parking behind the courtyard.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pumpkin-pickin-at-haigh-tickets-1999695889235?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
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Vacancies
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Phone - 01942 258 647
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Enjoy a free, family-friendly creative workshop at The Turnpike Gallery, inspired by the current exhibitions programme. Suitable for children aged 5 and over, accompanied by an adult.
