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Raising Standards & Transforming Lives. Children First.

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Thank you to PCSO Malcolm for coming into school and working with our Y3 children for this half term's Diploma 'Road Safety Heroes'. The children worked hard to practice important life skills that they will use in the community when crossing roads. @syptweet

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❓Can you spot a fake video online? This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explains the dangers of deepfakes and shares practical tips to help young people stay safe.

Download your FREE copy here >> https://t.co/X20lXScDVV

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Pantosaurus is visiting our school tomorrow to share his important message with the children about keeping themselves safe! 🦖
If you'd like more information, there are a number of parent drop-in sessions taking place across our area this week. Please see below 👇👇👇

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Looking for something fun and free to do with your children this October half term? Barnsley Family Hubs have you covered! 🎃🍁🍂

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Barnsley's BIGGEST SEND information event is back:
Thursday 23rd October, 10 - 6pm.

Tea, Coffee, Lunch & Snacks provided

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

More than just a meme! 😂🧠This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide unpacks the risks behind meme culture, from misinformation to mockery ⚠️and how adults can help young people scroll safely 📲👀

Download your FREE copy here >> https://t.co/8oHeIfWrgx

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We are so proud to share this week’s excellent attendance. A special mention to Year 5 for achieving 100% attendance for the whole week! #AttendanceMatters

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

Support children through adversity 💛

This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide offers compassionate advice to help young people navigate traumatic and challenging events.

Download your FREE copy here: https://t.co/FJPNM4oDU9

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

1 in 4 young people in the UK are affected by youth violence – our #WakeUpWednesday guide with advice from the Ben Kinsella Trust offers expert advice to help parents and teachers keep children safe.

Download your FREE copy here 👉 https://t.co/YeCN831joO

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👻 Are you up to date on Snapchat risks? 📲💬Our updated #WakeUpWednesday guide explores the latest risks on Snapchat – including sextortion, AI chatbots and spending pressure from new paid features.

Download your FREE copy here 👉 https://t.co/wNQhRs8qSU

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide investigates the online spread of conspiracy theories, the safeguarding harms they pose, and how to help young people steer clear of harmful beliefs and misinformation.

Download your FREE copy here 👉 https://t.co/f8rF3tufU5

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We've had a great start to the new term! Thanks to our students, parents and carers for their efforts with attendance. Here's a reminder of why #attendancematters.

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

Back to school doesn’t have to be so stressful 💭😌

This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide shares 10 expert tips to help young people recognise and manage stress in healthy ways.🧠🫶

Download your FREE copy here >> https://t.co/Odt7LhXNe3

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Barnsley Council have announced a £2.7 million support package to help families with the cost of school uniforms and exams.

Find out more👇
https://t.co/TGuLQ3EzGr

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Today was our final attendance assembly and a new record has been set! 19 children achieved 100% for the full academic year, 99 for 100% for the term and 27 children received either their bronze or silver badge. Well done everyone. Here is a photo from our Attendance Party!👏

[Wake Up Wednesday @wake_up_weds]

Don’t dive into danger! 🌊👀Our #WakeUpWednesday guide shares 10 key water safety tips to help keep children safe in, on and around water this summer ☀️🛟#WaterSafety

Download your FREE copy here >> https://t.co/dE1w2mn2lX

#SummerSafety #SafeSwimming #WaterSafetyTips

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AI scams are getting smarter 🤖💸 From deepfake voices to fake videos, online fraud is evolving fast. Our #WakeUpWednesday guide reveals what parents and educators need to know 🔍

Download your FREE copy here >> https://t.co/YJGAchOROD

#OnlineSafety #AiSafety #OnlineScams

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Having a fabulous time, enjoying expressing ourselves using dance and dining the beautiful song ‘The Hope’. Can’t wait for the afternoon session and the final performance! #@RBOschools

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Year 4 are having a great day today, we are taking part in Create Day 2025! #@RBOschools

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It has been a great day visiting the Houses of Parliament in London 🇬🇧💂