Urgent Book Recall – Please Read.

Please see below for a message that has been circulated by Telford & Wrekin Council:

Parent/Carer Information

Important Safeguarding Notice: Children’s “Spy Dog / Spy Pup / Spy Cat” Books

We want to make you aware of a recent issue affecting some popular children’s books by Andrew Cope, including the Spy DogsSpy Cats, and Spy Pups series.

Some editions of these books include a printed web address at the back. This link used to go to the author’s website, but the domain is no longer under his control. It has since been taken over by another party and now leads to inappropriate adult content.

The publisher, Puffin, has paused sales and distribution of the books and is working with schools, libraries, and retailers to remove copies from circulation. They have stressed that the website has no connection to the author or publisher.

What this means for you:

  • If your child has any Spy DogSpy Cat or Spy Pups books at home, please check the back for website links and make sure they do not try to visit the site.
  • It is safe for children to continue reading the stories themselves — the concern is only with the outdated link.
  • We recommend talking with your child about the importance of not following web addresses in books without checking with an adult first.
  • Should you have any questions or require any further support please do not hesitate to contact us at educationsafeguarding@telford.gov.ukWe will continue to share updates from the publisher as more information becomes available.

The Big Draw Festival for Art Club tomorrow!

I would just like to remind all children from years 3 and 4 who attend art club and art ambassadors about our Big Draw Tea Party after school tomorrow. All children will need to come to the hall for 3:15pm and any guests attending please could you make your way to reception and meet us in the hall. We are looking forward to drawing together.

Kindest regards Mrs Jukes and Ms Branton

Missing school shoes

There has been a request from a parent concerning some missing shoes.

They are a Clarks black lace up, size 5F or G.

If they have been taken home by mistake can they please be returned to the school office.

Thank you.

NHS Nasal Flu Vaccines: 21st October

Please find attached a letter from the NHS regarding forthcoming flu vaccines being administered at NJS on the 21st OCtober.

Your child will only receive the vaccine if you complete the online consent form linked in the letter below by 9am on the 14th October:

Newport CofE Flu 2025 2026 School letter

 

Drop off and collection…

We have received complaints from the residents of St Nicholas’ Park about parents parking there for school drop off and collection.  On occasions residents driveways and junctions have been blocked.

Please can I ask that we are all courteous to our neighbours and make safe and appropriate arrangements for school drop off and collection.

Where possible we ask families walk, scoot or cycle to school.  Where it is necessary to drive we ask you use a local car park (e.g. Shuker, Waitrose, Specsavers) and walk from there.

Thank you for your support.

Mrs M