Learning & Achieving
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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
- 15 May 2026
A Big Thank You to Dudley Zoo! We would like to say a huge thank you to Dudley Zoo for their generosity in donating two child tickets to support our upcoming Summer Festival raffle. Your kind contribution will help us raise valuable funds for the school and make our event even more exciting for our children and families. We really appreciate your support and are grateful for your continued connection with our school community.
- 14 May 2026
Thumbs up if you're proud of smashing SATs week!
- 14 May 2026
We Are So Proud of Our Year 6 Children! This week, our incredible Year 6 children have shown such determination, resilience and maturity as they completed their SATs tests – and we couldn't be prouder of each and every one of them. They have approached the week with positive attitudes, supported one another brilliantly and truly demonstrated all the values we encourage here at Temple Meadow. Their hard work over the years has really shone through and they should feel so proud of what they have achieved. As we now move into the final few months of Year 6, there is lots to look forward to. The focus shifts to celebrating their time with us, creating lasting memories and preparing them for their exciting next steps to secondary school. Well done, Year 6 – you are all amazing!
- 13 May 2026
We need your help! As we get closer to our Summer Festival, we're busy planning some exciting activities – including a raffle – and we're hoping our wonderful community can help us out. If you, your business, or someone you know would be able to donate a raffle prize, we would be incredibly grateful. In return, we're more than happy to advertise and publicly thank them on our Facebook page as a small token of our appreciation. If you're able to help, please get in touch with us – every donation, big or small, really does make a difference Thank you for supporting our school community!
- 11 May 2026
A special start to SATs week! This morning, we were delighted to welcome Murphy from HugglePets into school to spend some time with our Year 6 children ahead of their SATs. Murphy provided some calm, cuddles and comfort, helping our children feel relaxed and ready for the days ahead. What a lovely way to begin an important week! We are so proud of our Year 6 children – you have worked incredibly hard and we know you will do your very best.
- 10 May 2026
Good Luck Year 6! Wishing all of our wonderful Year 6 children the very best of luck as they begin their SATs tomorrow! You have all worked incredibly hard and we are so proud of everything you have achieved already. We believe in every single one of you! You've got this, Year 6!
Upcoming Events
- 15 May
STAR Assembly
9:00am – 9:30am - 18 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 18 May
Reception Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm - 19 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 20 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 20 May
3 Fine Swimming
10:00am – 10:30am - 20 May
Year 5&6 Multisports After School Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm - 21 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 21 May
Reception Murphy Forest School Stay and Play
9:00am – 10:00am - 22 May
Bring a Bottle Day
All Day - 22 May
Bikeability (6M)
9:00am – 3:00pm - 22 May
Values assembly
9:00am – 9:30am
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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