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Christmas magic is officially in the air!
Fri 05 Dec 2025This afternoon, our whole school came together for a festive sing-along, filling the hall with joyful melodies. Each child added their personal touch to our giant tree with handmade decorations!
It was heartwarming to see the sparkle of Christmas spirit in their eyes!
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Our Latest Newsletter
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Important Information about After School Club 15th December-19th December
Thu 04 Dec 2025Dear Families
Due to various activities that will be taking place on the last week of term, After School Club will NOT be running on Wednesday 17th, Thursday 18th and Friday 19th December.
Parents and carers will need to make alternative care arrangements for their children on these three days, or collect their children from their classes at normal collection time of 3.15pm.
On Thursday 18th for the Christmas Fayre, parents will be able to collect their children earlier (from 2pm to visit the fayre).
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Christmas Fayre
Tue 25 Nov 2025We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Sunny Bank Primary School will once again be hosting our PTA Christmas Fayre! This exciting event will take place on Thursday, 18th December 2025 which opens at 2pm and we can't wait to welcome you all for an afternoon filled with festive fun, games, and Christmas cheer.
So far at the fayre we have:
- The Sunny Bank Choral Performance
- The ever-popular raffle
- Santa’s Grotto (possibly the most magical and best value in Kent!)
- Lots of games and prizes to win
- Tombola
- Christmas crafts from our Sunny Bank children
- Face painting
- Clothes stall, toy stall, bric-a-brac
- Plenty of additional stalls
- Refreshments and food
A huge thank you to all the parents and volunteers who have generously donated items, offered their time and helped bring this event together. Your support has been incredible and we are determined to make this the best Christmas Fayre yet!
Raffle tickets will be sold on the gate after school. Tickets are £1 per strip (minimum) and will give you the chance to win some fantastic prizes such as a quality Dash cam and SD card, bottle of wine and much more.
Tickets for Santa’s Grotto are £3 for 1 child or £7 for 3 children. This will be pay on the day with no pre booking.
We are looking forward to celebrating the festive season with you all and creating wonderful memories as a school community. Let’s make this Christmas Fayre a magical experience for the children, staff and all our wonderful families.
Event Details
- Date & Time: Thursday 18th December 2025 2:00pm – 5:00pm
- Entrance: All entrance to the Fayre will be via the main reception entrance to maintain the flow of foot traffic.
- Parents can collect children from the side gate at 2:00pm, then enter the Fayre via reception.
- The side gate will close at 2:15pm. After this time, parents should enter via reception and collect children from their classroom.
- General Public: The Fayre will be open to the general public from 3:30pm. Strictly no under-18s unaccompanied by an adult will be admitted.
- If you are unable to attend, children will have the opportunity to visit the Fayre with their teacher/TA. If you wish to send money with your child, please place it in an envelope with their name and class clearly written and give it to the class teacher in advance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE that ALL Clubs including After-School Club will be cancelled on this day. IT IS THEREFORE IMPORTANT THAT ALL PUPILS ARE COLLECTED PROMPTLY AT 3:15pm.
Thank you again for your support and we can't wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
The PTA Team
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Non-uniform days and donations for the Christmas Fayre
Mon 24 Nov 2025Dear Parents/Carers
Sunny Bank Primary will be holding two non- uniform days for children. The first is on Friday 28th November and the second is on Friday 12th December.
These will both be to support in generating donations for our Christmas Fayre. We are asking parents to support our PTA and our school by making donations towards our Christmas tombola/raffles/secrets present room, toy stall and bric a brac stall.
Any donations, large or small would be greatly appreciated and will go towards raising money for an excellent cause.
We would welcome any items from the following;
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bottles (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
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bubble bath
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soaps
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wrapped chocolates/boxes of chocolates
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cakes – shop bought or homemade. Anything homemade needs to have an ingredients list
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sweets
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tins of food
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beauty/toiletries (unused)
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unwanted toys
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cuddly toys
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any other items appropriate for a tombola
Any other donations – weird, wild and wonderful for our bric – a – brac stall. As I was unsure what bric a brac stall included, I have found the following definition Bric-a-brac Stalls stock a wide range of second-hand curios, retro and vintage items, including collectables such as ceramics and glass, memorabilia, books and militaria.
Any perishable items such as cakes and biscuits can be brought in no earlier than Wednesday 17th December.
If parents are donating alcoholic items, these MUST be given to the school office and not sent in with children.
Once again, I would like to thank parents and businesses for supporting this event.
We look forward to welcoming you all on 18th December.
Miss Hyett
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🎄 Christmas Events at Sunny Bank 🎄
Tue 18 Nov 2025We are thrilled to share all the exciting events happening this term as we celebrate the festive season together! Please pop these dates in your diary:
🎶 Tuesday 9th December – Our wonderful choir will be performing at Elvy Court.
🎭 Wednesday 10th December – A pantomime (Dick Whittington) will be coming to school to entertain the children.
✨ Thursday 11th December (afternoon - 2pm) andFriday 12th December (morning – 9:15am) – EYFS (R&N) will perform their special festive show for families.
🎵 Tuesday 16th December (morning 9:30am) – Years 3 and 4 will sing Christmas songs for their families.
🎵 Wednesday 17th December (morning 9:15am) – Years 1 and 2 will share their Christmas songs with their families.
🎭 Wednesday 17th December (afternoon – 2pm) and a special after-school performance at 5pm) – Years 5 and 6 will perform their Christmas show to their families. A separate letter and more details on this will follow this week.
🍽 Wednesday 17th December – It’s School Christmas Dinner Day!
🎄 Thursday 18th December (afternoon – from 2pm) – Look out for a separate letter about the Sunny Bank PTA Christmas Fayre – a festive treat for all!
👕 Friday 19th December – Christmas Jumper Day and the last day of term.
To make things even more fun, there will be a ‘Most Festive Family Member’ prize at each performance – so dress to impress and bring your Christmas sparkle!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you and spread festive cheer across Sunny Bank. Thank you for your continued support and the Sunny Bank team wish you all a joyful and magical Christmas season!
Warm festive wishes.
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🎄 Mega Christmas Hamper Giveaway! 🎁
Mon 17 Nov 2025Worth over £60 – packed with festive treats, drinks, table essentials, family fun, and cosy surprises!
Every child who attends school every day from 18 Nov to 19 Dec will be entered into the draw.
Let’s finish the term strong – don’t miss out!
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Fri 14 Nov 2025 -
Competition Winners to Help Illuminate Sittingbourne Christmas Lights This Saturday
Tue 11 Nov 2025This Saturday, the magic begins as Sittingbourne High Street lights up for Christmas!
Join us in celebrating Capi and Frankie, our "What Christmas Means to Me" competition winners, as they assist Santa himself as he turns on the lights in town!
Let's bring the festive cheer together - Sunny Bank families, we hope to see you there!
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Applications for Reception School places 2026
Mon 10 Nov 2025Dear Families
Just a reminder that application for transfer to primary school for reception year 2026 opened Friday 7 November 2025 and will close on Thursday 15 January 2026.
If your child is currently in Nursery and will be starting Reception next Year, you will need to apply for their school place, as enrolment into school is not automatic.
Please see attached link on what to do and how to apply for your child's school place. If you know of any other families who will have a reception aged child next year - please spread the word.
https://www.kent.gov.uk/education-and-children/schools/school-places/primary-school-places
