Learning & Achieving
Together
Welcome
It is a privilege to be Headteacher at Temple Meadow and I am delighted to welcome you to our school website.
Whether you are one of our current families, a prospective family or simply exploring, I hope you find all the information you need about our vibrant school community.
At Temple Meadow, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive; our children are so rewarding to work with. They are full of fun, enjoyment and have a thirst for knowledge Our school is a place of curiosity, creativity, and learning, where we strive to inspire each child to reach their full potential, both academically and personally.
Our talented and caring team work tirelessly to create a warm, inclusive atmosphere that fosters a love for learning. We believe that education is a partnership between school and home, and we value the strong relationships we build with our families. Together, we ensure that every child not only achieves excellence, but also grows into a kind, confident, and responsible individual.
We are proud of our school's achievements and the strong sense of community that defines us. I encourage you to explore our website to learn more about the exciting opportunities available to our families from our rich curriculum to our diverse extracurricular activities.
Thank you for visiting our website. I look forward to welcoming you to Temple Meadow in person and working together to provide the best possible education for your child.
A more detailed welcome message can be found on our Welcome page.
Best regards
Mrs Van Straaten
Latest Family Connects
Facebook News
- 20 November 2024
A huge thank you for your incredible efforts and support in raising money for Children in Need. We are thrilled to share that, as a school, we raised an amazing total of £309.48! This is a fantastic achievement and we are so proud to have made such a substantial contribution to this important cause. Your generosity and enthusiasm truly reflect the wonderful community spirit we have here at Temple Meadow. Thank you once again for making a difference!
- 20 November 2024
With salt going down yesterday, the site team are again working hard this morning to clear the site so that school will be open today. Wright's Lane and Clifton Street pedestrian entrances only will be open. Thank you and have a safe journey.
- 19 November 2024
As you will have seen from our earlier communication, Temple Meadow will be fully open tomorrow. A huge thank you goes to our site team, who have worked tirelessly to ensure it is safe for us all to return. Thank you to all our families for showing your support and appreciating the early decision made this morning, enabling as much time as possible to make any necessary arrangements. Once again, we apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to welcoming many of you to our Family Engagement Evening tomorrow between 3:30pm and 6:30pm.
- 19 November 2024
Last Chance to Book! Don't miss out on our Family Engagement Evening tomorrow! Today is the final opportunity to secure your spot. Log in to School Cloud to book your appointment now. We can't wait to see you there!
- 19 November 2024
SCHOOL CLOSURE Due to heavy snowfall, Temple Meadow will be closed today (Tuesday 19th November 2024). The safety of our children, staff, and community is our top priority. Children will have work added to their class pages for them to complete shortly (https://www.templemeadow.com/page/?title=Class+Pages&pid=74) We will provide updates on any changes or additional information via our Facebook page and our school website.
- 18 November 2024
Thank you to Natalie, one of our Year 6 parents, who kindly created this stunning artwork of our school logo. It now takes pride of place in our school greeting area. We truly appreciate the time, effort, and patience you dedicated to creating this beautiful piece. Thank you!
Upcoming Events
- 21 Nov
Year 1 visit to Holy Trinity Church
12:50pm – 2:30pm - 21 Nov
KS1 Football Club
3:20pm – 3:55pm - 22 Nov
STAR Assembly
9:00am – 9:30am - 22 Nov
Year 5 Visit to ThinkTank
9:20am – 2:15pm - 25 Nov
Book Fair in School
All Day - 25 Nov
6 Rowling Swimming
10:00am – 10:30am - 25 Nov
Reception-Year 6 Flu Catch-Up Immunisations
1:00pm – 3:00pm - 25 Nov
Forest School (Reception Murphy)
1:15pm – 3:15pm - 25 Nov
Year 1 Phonics Club
3:20pm – 3:55pm - 25 Nov
SATs Booster Club (Year 6)
3:20pm – 3:55pm - 26 Nov
KS2 Choir Club
3:20pm – 3:55pm - 26 Nov
Eco Club
3:20pm – 3:55pm
Quick links
Apply for your Reception 2025 place Now!
The Reception 2025 application window opened on Monday 16th September 2024.
Thank you to those families who attended our Open Event on Tuesday 15th October. We have one more date for prospective families to come and see learning in action at Temple Meadow:
Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 9:30am
Complete the booking form below to confirm your attendance!
Contact Us
Temple Meadow Primary School
Wrights Lane
Cradley Heath
West Midlands
B64 6RH
01384 569 021