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St. Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School

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YR- Dates for Diaries

3 December 2025 (by Paula Powell (PPowell))

Important dates for your diary includes:

4th December - EYFS and Key Stage 1 Coffee Morning - Families are invited into the school hall at 9am for light refreshments and a Be Well presentation on the importance of oral hygiene and nutrition. There will be a free raffle to win a selection of fabulous prizes including fruit hampers, electrical goods and Wigan Athletic match tickets. All welcome.

10th December - Christmas Jumper Day and Christmas Dinner - Children should come into school wearing their school uniform with their Christmas jumper (instead of their school jumper). Christmas dinner should be ordered via Parent Pay today (there is no charge).

12th December - Christmas Markets - Children across school have been busy making festive crafts, games and food to raise money for a local charity, The Brick. Reception can bring money into class to spend at the Christmas market during the school day. There is also opportunity for families to attend the market together at the end of the school day.

17th December - EYFS Carol Service, 2pm in church - Children should come into school wearing their school uniform with their Christmas jumper instead of their school jumper. Families are welcome to attend the mass. Please wear your Christmas jumper and bring your best singing voice! The church choir will attend and collect donations for their chosen charity. Thank you for your generosity.

19th December - Party Day - Reception children should come into school wearing their own clothes. Please ensure clothing is practical for the school and weather.

Please note, school closes on Friday 19th December and re-opens on Tuesday 6th January.

Thank you and Merry Christmas!

The Reception team