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
- 22 May 2026
Celebrating Our Discover Values Award Winners! This morning, we were delighted to celebrate our Discover Values award winners! Each child has truly embodied our school value of Discover, demonstrating kindness, resilience, curiosity and a positive attitude to learning throughout the week. We are so proud of the way they represent our school family every single day. A huge well done to all of our winners - you are brilliant role models and an inspiration to others!
- 22 May 2026
Happy Half Term, Everyone! We hope all our children and families have a wonderful May half-term break! Take this time to relax, have fun and enjoy making special memories together. With the warmer weather expected, please remember to stay safe in the heat keep hydrated, wear sun protection and take care in the sun. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday 1st June 2026.
- 22 May 2026
Even More Book Packs Available! Following on from our previous post... we've added even more book packs ready to find new homes! Comment with the pack number you would like (e.g. Pack 10, Pack 11...) and we'll allocate them on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you for helping us give these books their next chapter
- 21 May 2026
More Book Packs Up for Grabs! Take a look at these fantastic book packs ready to find new homes! We've shared lots of photos so you can browse the different packs available. Comment below with the pack you would like (e.g. Pack 1, Pack 2, Pack 3...) and we'll allocate them on a first-come, first-served basis. These books have been part of our school and we would love them to continue to be enjoyed by our families at home - perfect for story time, building reading confidence and sharing a love of books together. Be quick... once a pack has gone, it's gone! We'll be adding more over the coming days, so keep an eye out Thank you for helping us give these lovely books a new chapter!
- 21 May 2026
School Uniform Giveaway – Supporting Our Families We're pleased to share this fantastic opportunity from Cradley Heath Community Link to help families get ready for schoolcompletely FREE! Location: Cradley Heath Community Link 126 High Street, Cradley Heath, B64 5HJ Date: Friday 29 May Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm Families are invited to drop in, browse what's available, and take what is needed - no cost at all!
- 20 May 2026
Bottle Tombola Non-Uniform Day This Friday, children are invited to come to school in their own clothes in exchange for a suitable bottle donation for our Summer Festival tombola. Important: Any donations of alcohol must be brought directly to the School Office by an adult. Thank you for your support - we're looking forward to a fantastic Summer Festival!
Upcoming Events
- 22 May
Bring a Bottle Day
All Day - 22 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 22 May
Values assembly
9:00am – 9:30am - 25 May
Half term
All Day - 01 Jun
Reception Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm - 03 Jun
3 Strong Swimming
10:00am – 10:30am - 03 Jun
Year 5&6 Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm - 05 Jun
STAR Assembly
9:00am – 9:30am - 08 Jun
Reception Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm - 10 Jun
Nursery Open Event
9:30am – 10:30am - 10 Jun
3 Strong Swimming
10:00am – 10:30am - 10 Jun
Year 5&6 Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm
Quick links
Nursery Places Available Now!
Book in for our Nursery Open Event Today!
Come and discover why Temple Meadow is the perfect place for your child by joining us at our Nursery Open Event.
✅ Experienced and nurturing staff
✅ Engaging, play-based curriculum
✅ Safe and welcoming setting
📅 Wednesday 10th June 2026 at 9:30am
We are also offer Rising 3's places! This means your child can start in the term before their 3rd birthday.
Click the link to book in for our Open Event.
Contact Us
Temple Meadow Primary School
Wrights Lane
Cradley Heath
West Midlands
B64 6RH
01384 569 021