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School Council Fundraiser – Pyjama Day!

Dear parents and carers,Elvington Primary School Pyjama Day! Wednesday 21st October On behalf of our School Council Your child is welcome to come to school in their favourite fluffy pyjamas or just wear some comfy clothes for the day. We would like donations towards fixing the rope swing for all the children to play on. Thanks you

Our amazing School Council have organised a Pyjama Day on Wednesday 21st October to help raise funds towards repairing the rope swing in our playground!

We hope all the children enjoy coming to school in their pyjamas and that we can raise lots of money to support our School Council in bringing this project to life.

All cash donations can be sent into school with your child.

Thank you, as always, for your kind support!

Newsletter 16-10-2026

Please see below our latest school newsletter including important information and updates from our school community. Thank you, as always, for your continued support in making Elvington Church of England Primary School a place where our children can thrive, feel supported, and enjoy their learning.

City of York Council Admissions Consultation for 2028-2029

In line with the School Admissions Code 2021, City of York Council hold a coordinated admission consultation on behalf of schools within York and the School Admission Authorities. Where a school is part of a Multi Academy Trust, the Trust is the Admission Authority and not City of York Council.

The Admission Consultation for admissions in 2028 – 2029 is open. This Admission Consultation is being held by City of York Council and involves a number of Academy Trusts with schools within the city. The consultation will run between 12th October and 27th November 2026 (extended from 24th November).

Please see here for further information.

 

Newsletter 09-10-2026

Please see below our latest school newsletter including important information and updates from our school community. Thank you, as always, for your continued support in making Elvington Church of England Primary School a place where our children can thrive, feel supported, and enjoy their learning.

Staffing Update – October 2026

Please find below a letter from Mrs Saltmer and Mrs McCaffrey, our Chair of Governors, regarding staffing at our school. Our priority, as always, is the children and ensuring they have stability, continuity and reassurance, while ensuring they continue to receive the high-quality education and support we are proud to provide at Elvington.

Thank you for your continued support.

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Open Morning – Friday 9th October 2026

At Elvington Church of England Primary School, we warmly welcome visits from prospective families and encourage you to come and look around our exceptional school. We understand that choosing the right school is an important decision, and we recommend visiting schools to make an informed choice. To gain a better understanding of how our school works, we invite parents/carers to join us for our Open Morning on Friday 9th October 2026. To book a place, please email office@elvingtonprimary.org.uk or contact the school office on 01904 555280.

During the Open Morning, prospective parents will take a guided tour of the school and have the opportunity to ask any questions.

The event is suitable for parents/carers of children from birth to 11 years of age. If you would like an additional tour following your visit, this can be arranged via the school office.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.

Newsletter 02-10-2026

Please see below our latest school newsletter including important information and updates from our school community. Thank you, as always, for your continued support in making Elvington Church of England Primary School a place where our children can thrive, feel supported, and enjoy their learning.

🌟 EYFS Places Available at Elvington Church of England Primary School! 🌟

We are delighted to welcome applications for our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Our youngest learners thrive in a nurturing, engaging environment where curiosity, creativity and confidence grow every day. 🌿📚

✅ Outstanding Early Years Results

From outdoor exploration to shared stories, our children benefit from a rich, hands-on curriculum that builds strong foundations for lifelong learning.

📩 Get in touch to find out more or arrange a visit—we’d love to show you around!