{"id":18242,"date":"2026-05-08T08:44:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T07:44:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/?p=18242"},"modified":"2026-05-08T08:44:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T07:44:05","slug":"summer-term-2026-week-29-news-updates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/summer-term-2026-week-29-news-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Term 2026: Week 29 News &amp; Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-311eed692a203505fb08286ad6e663e5\" style=\"color:#022c53\">Welcome to Bridgnorth Endowed&#8217;s weekly parent newsletter. Here, you\u2019ll find all the latest school news, upcoming events, important notices, and key dates \u2013 everything you need in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/GET-READY.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16466\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4599d9239ba6735ac0a9ac170c44aa6a\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>GCSE Exam Arrangements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3699d97e283cfc19c0dd5229cd029047\" style=\"color:#022c53\">With the GCSE exam season now underway, we ask that Year 11s check the exam timetable carefully, arrive as early as possible and bring the correct equipment. Water and cereal bars will be available in the dining hall from 8am. Best of luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/TakePart.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17811\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ca1787ac884cfd88656ed7405e6dedd9\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>May Half Term at Halo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c7813a359350bc013c342055f513e6a3\" style=\"color:#022c53\">Halo Leisure invites families to explore its exciting May half-term activities. Their programme includes family-friendly swimming sessions, racket sports, and inclusive fun for all ages \u2013 a great way to keep kids active. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Halo-Kids-Holiday-Activities.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"blue\"><strong>Find out more here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/SEND-NEWS.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16021\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c14cb4e940d80ea4ebbea49294bc39f7\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>SEND Drop-in Sessions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a57ec7be25f8058d2ee0c15bcfe9ae67\" style=\"color:#022c53\">Do you support a child or young person with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Shropshire Council is hosting drop-in sessions where parents and carers can ask questions, gain practical advice and connect with specialists. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/SEND-Meet-and-Chat-Summer-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"blue\">See here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/SIGN-UP.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16631\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-8165f269228e4a13cf2cbc0e54552b54\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>Watoto Concert at St Mary&#8217;s Church<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a857f80bb6f9f2836d2b7e0fdf127e71\" style=\"color:#022c53\">We&#8217;ve been asked to share an event delivered by the Watoto Children\u2019s Choir at St Mary&#8217;s Church. Experience inspiring stories through vibrant music, energetic dance and heartfelt testimonies. A free community event for all ages. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/watoto-childrens-choir-in-better-days-2026-tickets-1979973820998\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"blue\">Reserve a place here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news-events\/events-calendar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PARENT-MORE-DATES.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16298\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-136bc276796d4560752c514a3d80b170\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>Dates for Your Diary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-edbe2711e7f3f643441b241c933921db\" style=\"color:#022c53\">Stay informed! Check our school calendar for important upcoming dates, special events and key deadlines. Plan ahead, keep your calendars up-to-date and find out everything that&#8217;s coming up at Bridgnorth Endowed School. <a class=\"blue\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news-events\/events-calendar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Visit the BES Calendar<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"102\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/PARENT-MORE-NEWS.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16299\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-16da99bbacd5c88f1464a2d301edcc02\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>Read All About It<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8b56026a5db683130ba3564f97da9b20\" style=\"color:#022c53\">Stay connected with school life! Read our blog for the very latest stories, student achievements, and exciting news. Find out what\u2019s happening and celebrate all the wonderful things that make our school community so special. <a class=\"blue\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Visit the BES Blog<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4314bcaee5a5f6a720c35fb337e03cdb\" style=\"color:#022c53\"><strong>If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact us at info@bes.318education.co.uk.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to Bridgnorth Endowed&#8217;s weekly parent newsletter. Here, you\u2019ll find all the latest school news, upcoming events, important notices, and key dates \u2013 everything you need in one place. GCSE Exam Arrangements With the GCSE exam season now underway, we ask that Year 11s check the exam timetable carefully, arrive as early as possible and &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/summer-term-2026-week-29-news-updates\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Summer Term 2026: Week 29 News &amp; Updates&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":18262,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[186],"tags":[2,187],"class_list":["post-18242","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-parent-newsletters","tag-bridgnorth-endowed-school","tag-newsletter"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18242","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18242"}],"version-history":[{"count":17,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18242\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18261,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18242\/revisions\/18261"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18262"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18242"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18242"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18242"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}