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
Easter Egg Decorating Competition – Reminder! We're eggstremely excited to remind our wonderful Temple Meadow families that our Easter Egg Decorating Competition is nearly here! Children are invited to bring their decorated eggs into school on Wednesday 25th March 2026. Entries will be judged ahead of our assembly on Friday 27th March, where the winners will be announced. There will be: Two winners from KS1 Two winners from KS2 One winner from EYFS Each winner will receive a delicious chocolate egg! This year we're encouraging children to use recycled materials to get creative. Designs can be inspired by ageappropriate TV or film characters, animals, food themes, or anything their imaginations can dream up the possibilities are endless! We can't wait to see all the eggstraordinary creations. Have fun and good luck, everyone!
Red Nose Day at Temple Meadow! What an amazing day we've had celebrating Red Nose Day 2026 with our theme "Take Yourself Funny for Money!" Our children came to school dressed in the funniest, wackiest and most wonderfully creative outfits - from silly socks and mismatched clothes to hilarious hats and playful accessories! The school has been filled with laughter, colour and incredible community spirit all day long. A huge thank you to all our families for your support and generous donations towards Comic Relief. Your kindness helps make a real difference.
Reception Maths Stay and Play – What a Wonderful Session! Yesterday, our Reception families joined us for a fantastic Maths Stay and Play! Children and families had the chance to: Explore practical, handson maths activities Learn about Early Learning Goals in Maths See our NCETM approaches in action Discover simple ways to support maths learning at home It was brilliant to see families engaging with their children's learning and enjoying maths together. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success.
Huge Congratulations to Year 6! We are incredibly proud to share that Year 6 have achieved the highest number of completed Maths lessons on DreamBox Maths! Their hard work and dedication are really paying off, and it's making a huge impact on their confidence as they prepare for their SATs. A big thank you to our Year 6 families for supporting engagement at home, your encouragement makes all the difference. We're delighted to say that we will be reinvesting the prize money into Maths resources across the school, helping to support learning for all our children. Well done, Year 6 keep it up!
Eid Mubarak to All Who Are Celebrating! Wishing every family marking this special time a joyful and peaceful Eid. May your celebrations be filled with love, gratitude, and togetherness. Whether you're spending the day with loved ones, enjoying delicious food, or taking time to reflect, we hope it brings happiness and blessings to your home. Eid Mubarak!
Reminder for Tomorrow – Red Nose Day! We're really looking forward to celebrating Red Nose Day tomorrow (Friday 20th March 2026) with our whole school community! Children are invited to come to school wearing something funny to support this year's theme: "Take Yourself Funny for Money!" Some fun ideas include: Silly or mismatched socks Wacky hats, wigs or headbands Bright, bold or inside out clothing Any funny accessories or playful costumes We kindly ask for a £1 cash donation, which goes directly to Comic Relief. We're also aware this may fall during Eid celebrations for some families. Children are warmly welcome to attend in their traditional clothing if they wish. Thank you for your continued support we can't wait for a fun filled day!
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.
Temple Meadow Primary School
Wrights Lane
Cradley Heath
West Midlands
B64 6RH
01384 569 021