Latest Newsletters

• 29 Jan 2026
  STEELERS TICKETS

  Dear Parents/Carers,
  
  If you have ordered Steelers tickets, please note that these will be sent home with your child today.
  
  Seats have been preallocated, and unfortunately we are unable to make any changes to the allocated seating. If you wish to swap seats with another family, you are welcome to arrange this directly between yourselves; however, the school is unable to assist with seat changes.
  
  Please see the attached letter confirming the final arrangements for Sunday.
  
  Thank you for your understanding.
  
  Kind regards,
  The School Office

• 29 Jan 2026
  POTTY TRAINING GUIDE

  We are sharing some important information today regarding toilet training and its vital role in your child's early development and school readiness.
  
  Experts note that the ideal window for children to be fully potty trained is generally between 18 and 30 months, provided there are no underlying medical conditions. Achieving this milestone not only supports their long-term bowel and bladder health but also prepares them for a successful start in school. Currently, we are seeing a concerning statistic: one in four children are starting reception class still needing nappies. When staff have to manage individual toileting needs, it reduces teaching time for everyone in the classroom by an average of 1.4 hours daily.
  
  To help you navigate this journey with minimum stress, we have attached a POTTY TRAINING GUIDE full of helpful hints and tips.
  
  Please take time to read the guide. If you know other families who are approaching this milestone, we encourage you to share this information with them as well.
  
  Thank you for your partnership in supporting your child's development!

• 28 Jan 2026
  NEW UNIFORM POLICY

  Kings Oak Primary School requires all pupils to wear a simple, smart, and practical uniform. Clear rules apply to jewellery, hairstyles, footwear, and personal appearance, with items such as smart watches, make-up, extreme hairstyles, and unsafe shoes not permitted.
  
  The school is committed to equality, affordability, and supporting families through optional non-branded uniform and pre-loved items.
  
  We have just reviewed our Uniform Policy and this has been published on our website. A two page summary document is attached for easy reading.

• 22 Jan 2026
  OFSTED & CQC - ARRANGEMENTS FOR CHILDREN WITH SEND

  Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are visiting our area, as part of an inspection. They will be looking at arrangements for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). We would like to inform parents that Ofsted is currently inspecting provision across the Barnsley area; this inspection relates to the local authority and is not specific to our school.
  
  Please see attached letter which clearly sets out how people can share their views through an online survey. If required, a paper version of the survey can be collected from and returned by 12 noon on 26th January to any Barnsley Family Hub site (including the market kitchen site.)
  
  The online survey will close at 9am on 27 January 2026
  
  All views are important and will help inspectors understand children and young people's experience of the SEND arrangements in Barnsley.

• 19 Jan 2026
  SHEFFIELD STEELERS

  Please find attached the final arrangements if you have purchased tickets to attend the ice hockey match of Sunday 1st February. Thank you