Welcome to the Sun Safe Schools Newsfeed. Below you will find news and updates about our progress in helping UK schools keep their pupils safe in the sun

Tuesday 26 May 2015

Campion Junior School is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to Campion Junior School for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“The scheme has been an excellent way to reinforce the measures that we already had in place as we live in a Mediterranean country and the sun is very strong. The story and the lesson plans really helped us to get all the children on board so that they now remember their hats and sun cream without us having to remind them all the time. ”

(Judith Whitehead - Campion Junior School)

Campion Junior School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Campion Junior School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Campion Junior School

“All classes did a follow-up lesson and we have a display in our school hall. The photo shows Year 4.”

(Judith Whitehead - Campion Junior School)

Sunday 24 May 2015

Alfreton Park Community Special School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Alfreton Park Community Special School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Alfreton Park Community Special School

“Our school has a number of large trees for shade but in addition we have a number of structures provided for shade. Our outdoor learning areas also have structures provided or have tables with parasols.”

(Gail Jessop - Alfreton Park Community Special School)

Friday 22 May 2015

Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School

“Sun Safe Day

Children came dressed in their summer clothes, but remembered their sun safe items to keep themselves safe in the sun.

Timings:

9:00 – 9:25 Whole School Assembly
9:30 – 10:35 Session 1
10:35 – 10:45 Break Time
10:50 – 11:55 Session 2
12:00 – 1:00 Dinner Time
1:05 – 2:20 Session 3
2:20 – 2:35 Afternoon Break
2:40 – 3:15 Whole School Assembly




Activities

Morning Assembly:

Introduce ‘Sun Safe’ Day and the award we are working towards
Shared read ‘George, the Sun Safe Superstar’ with the children and discuss.
Introduce ‘Slip, Slop’, Slap message, which will be reinforced throughout the day
‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ Sun Safe Song

Clothing, Our Body and Protecting it from the Sun:

Clothing and the seasons
Design a Sun Safe Superstar
How animals are protected from the sun research
About the skin
Which parts of the body need the most protection from the sun?

UV and Weather:”

(Jo Halsey - Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School )

Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School

“We had two assemblies.
Morning assembly:
Introduced ‘Sun Safe’ Day and the award we are working towards.
Shared read ‘George, the Sun Safe Superstar’ with the children and discussed key messages.
Introduced ‘Slip, Slop’, Slap message, which would be reinforced throughout the day
Sang ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ Sun Safe Song

Afternoon Assembly:
Shared some of the best sun safe superstars, shade designs, weather broadcasts and poems.
Watched 'George the Sun Safe Superstar' video.
Sang ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ song
Discussed key messages of the day


(Jo Halsey - Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School )

Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School

“We have a gazebo for outdoor play activities for the infant children, which are also used for sports day activities on the field.

We have 'Pete's 'arbour which provides shade at break times and lunch times and have buildings and trees, which provide shade in various locations around the playground.

We have picnic benches with parasols for additional shade. ”

(Jo Halsey - Netherseal St Peter's C E (C) Primary School )

Coppice Primary School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Coppice Primary School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Coppice Primary School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“The children have been sent the letter and there is a slow amount being returned, the children have been made aware of the fact that they must wear sun hats.”

“Adults have also been reminded of the fact that they need to protect themselves.”

(Emma Stallion - Coppice Primary School)

Church Broughton Primary School is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to Church Broughton Primary School for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“Our experience with the scheme has been very positive. The steps were easy to follow and the children have enjoyed the process. We feel that in taking part in the scheme, we have raised awareness of the dangers of exposing skin to the sun, but in a way that has been accessible and fun for the children.”

(Kim Millar - Church Broughton Primary School)

Church Broughton Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Church Broughton Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Church Broughton Primary School

“The children thoroughly enjoyed listening to the Sun Safe Superstar story in assembly and they had fun working through the range of sheets. The teachers supplemented these activities with ideas of their own, making for a successful Sun Safe Day. The children and staff dressed up in beach/summer wear for the day and lunch was eaten outside. The money raised will be used to buy sun safe resources.”

(Kim Millar - Church Broughton Primary School)

Thursday 21 May 2015

Breadsall CE Primary School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Breadsall CE Primary School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Breadsall CE Primary School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“Breadsall Primary School has spare hats, both Legionaire style and baseball caps in school along with Ambre Solaire F50 Kids sun lotion. All pupils are emcouraged to wear their hats and ensure they have suncream on during the spring and summer terms. Older pupils put on their own sunscream and younger ones are helped as necessary.”

“All Staf are aware of our policy and have read the Sunsafe literature to encourage the children to wear their hats and suncream and will also wear hats and suncream as necessary.”

(Caroline Crick - Breadsall CE Primary School)

Wednesday 20 May 2015

Allenton Community Primary School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Allenton Community Primary School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Allenton Community Primary School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“see attached letter sent to all parents”

“We have held a whole school assembly and run a staff session on the sun safe materials making staff aware of their role. ”

(Jennie White - Allenton Community Primary School )

Allenton Community Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Allenton Community Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Allenton Community Primary School

“we have a central seated area with a wooden structure that provides shade. There are also trees in this area for added coverage. ”

(Jennie White - Allenton Community Primary School )

Ravensdale Junior School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Ravensdale Junior School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Ravensdale Junior School

“The sunsafe assembly took place on 14.5.15. The whole school attended and the plan was closely followed.”

(Phil Watts - Ravensdale Junior School)

Tuesday 19 May 2015

Flying Start Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Flying Start for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Flying Start

“I have attached two pictures of different shaded areas in our garden. One being a story corner crate, and the other being a cosy house. We also have a giant sail for shade which attaches to the wall.”

(Samantha Paine - Flying Start)

Alfreton Park Community Special School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Alfreton Park Community Special School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Alfreton Park Community Special School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“All parents have been requested to provide sunscreen and where it has not be provided parents give permission for staff to apply sunscreen provided by the school. Hats are mostly provided by parents but each class has access to spare hats for pupils without.”

“Staff have agreed to act as role models by applying sunscreen, wearing hats and seeking shade when appropriate.”

(Gail Jessop - Alfreton Park Community Special School)

Sunday 17 May 2015

WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“Our children are delighted that we are now a sunsafe school!”

(SUZANNAH HEMMINGS - WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY)

Friday 15 May 2015

Cranfield Church Of England Academy is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to Cranfield Church Of England Academy for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“We have been delighted to make use of the resources provided in order to quickly and easily create a highly effective whole-school learning experience. The pupils have shown instant, pro-active behaviour in being sun safe, and are walking proudly into the school each morning smiling at members of the SLT adorning their sunglasses and sun hats! Staff thoroughly enjoyed the day and further plans to hold a "sun safe mufti day" will allow us to do a small amount of fundraising to buy additional shaded areas for our school field. Many thanks for the resources and we look forward to holding Sun Safe Days each academic year. ”

(Ashleigh Flynn - Cranfield Church Of England Academy)

Cranfield Church Of England Academy Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Cranfield Church Of England Academy for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Cranfield Church Of England Academy

“Pupils thoroughly enjoyed completing the worksheets offered, in addition to participating in further additional activities offered within the Summer Activity Booklet as well as creative ideas offered by the Cranfield Staff e.g. Early Years enjoyed using musical instruments and actions alongside the "SLIP, SLOP, SLAP" song. Using display materials created also by the school, staff have been able to display work in classrooms in addition to having "5 S" posters (now 6s at Cranfield!) on display! ”

(Ashleigh Flynn - Cranfield Church Of England Academy)

Cranfield Church Of England Academy Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Cranfield Church Of England Academy for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Cranfield Church Of England Academy

“The entire Academy enjoyed a very special Sun Safety Day, beginning with a whole school assembly which used and adapted the introductory assembly plan offered. All of the children found out about Mr P's trusty 'Sun Safety' bag which he takes everywhere with him during sunny times of the year! The children learnt that, just like George the Sunsafe Superstar, to SLIP (a t-shirt on), SLOP (some sun lotion on), SLAP (a sun hat on), wear some SUNGLASSES to protect their eyes and find some SHADE! Children joined in with the assembly and wore props to support the message. The feature of a large inflatable sun was very engaging for the younger pupils. The assembly and day's learning was shared with parents through our Academy website:
http://www.cranfieldchurchofenglandacademy.co.uk/News/Sun-Safety/”

(Ashleigh Flynn - Cranfield Church Of England Academy)

Cranfield Church Of England Academy Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Cranfield Church Of England Academy for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Cranfield Church Of England Academy

“We have a very large grounds in which several natural and purchased shade facilities are available e.g. parasols, large 'sails' (purchased by our PTA at a cost of £6000) and trees. Pupils have explored the playground and field and put "I spy shade" signs up to support their friends in locating shade. ”

(Ashleigh Flynn - Cranfield Church Of England Academy)

Cranfield Church Of England Academy Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Cranfield Church Of England Academy for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Cranfield Church Of England Academy have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“Following our whole school sun safe assembly, all pupils have agreed to bringing into school a suitable sun hat. Instant impact was demonstrated on the playground the next day. Children have continued to be rewarded for this. As of Monday 18th May 2015, all pupils will be expected to have a sun hat in school. Legionnaires caps are available to purchase and these have been promoted through our Twitter Feed: @ClivetheCrane. ”

“All staff attended our Sun Safety Assembly and were briefed as to the necessity to act as sun safe role models. Staff have been rewarding children on the playground for demonstating their capabilities as sun safe superstars. Staff have reacted positively to the initiative, including suggesting a '6th S' - SLURP! ”

(Ashleigh Flynn - Cranfield Church Of England Academy)

Ravenscliffe High School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Ravenscliffe High School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Ravenscliffe High School

“There are several shaded areas throughout the school grounds both in the main part of the playground and in the schools sensory gardens. ”

(Angie Gulliford - Ravenscliffe High School)

Thursday 14 May 2015

Waingroves Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Waingroves Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Waingroves Primary School

“We are lucky enough to have trees around our school playground and field which the children are able to shelter under. We also have shelters on both the KS1 and KS2 playgrounds. In addition to this we have tables outside with large sun umbrellas which are put up on sunny days. ”

(Angela Futers - Waingroves Primary School)

Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School

“In our special assembly we looked at good and bad clothing for summer days, talked about sunburn, sunglasses, shade etc etc.
I introduced them to the idea of sun cream at school. They know about the link to Colin Bloomfield/ Derby County. Additional hats have been ordered and we enjoyed the rhyming story very much!”

(Hazel Jaques - Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School)

Heathside Day Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Heathside Day Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Heathside Day Nursery

“The nursery garden has 2 large fixed canopies used as shaded areas and large trees where children can sit out of the sun.”

(Leigh Howard - Heathside Day Nursery)

Evelyn Street Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Evelyn Street Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Evelyn Street Nursery

“In our outdoor area we have a play house where children can sit either inside or on the veranda. We also have large umbrellas which can be moved around depending on the time of day. ”

(Glenda Tonge - Evelyn Street Nursery)

The Voyager Academy Nursery Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to The Voyager Academy Nursery for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.The Voyager Academy Nursery have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“Nursery practitioners read George the sun safe super star daily too the children in all the three rooms. There are copies of the story in the book area where the children are able to access the story independently.
The babyroom, toddler room and preschool children enjoy singing and dancing to the song. The preschool children very much enjoy the story.”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)


“There are copies of George the sun safe super star in each room and copies in the book areas where the are able to access the story independently. A poster size copy of the song is also displayed in the rooms.
The nursery is also going to add the story in to our lending library where the children can share the story with their parents. We also sing the song as we apply our suncreams before we go out to play.”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)

The Voyager Academy Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to The Voyager Academy Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by The Voyager Academy Nursery

“We have recently had a cover areas erected in the garden, this is to provide shade during the summer months and provide a sheltered area for the children to play during the bad weather. The children also build dens, this also provides extra shaded play areas and a great place to have snack time. The nursery children also have access to a larger grassed area which is called the meadow where natural shade is provided by the trees. ”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)

The Voyager Academy Nursery Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to The Voyager Academy Nursery for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. The Voyager Academy Nursery has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“As new children start to attend the setting their parents will be informed about Sun safety through the parent information hand book. Every year parents will also be given the sun safety fact sheet along with the letter of participation. A copy of the Children's story will be kept in the book area. ”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)


“The nursery has a number of spare hats available for the children who require them. All children have their own personal sun cream which they keep at nursery through the summer months. Staff will role model sun safety awareness at all times. ”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)

The Voyager Academy Nursery is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to The Voyager Academy Nursery for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“This was a great opportunity to highlight how we protected the children we care for. Participating in the sun safe status has been easy as its what we always do, ensuring that the children wear sun cream and a hat, provide a shaded area, ensuring that water is constantly available for drinking.The children love listening to the story and singing the song. Parents have now become more aware of sun safety and ensure that their children are also protected during the summer months at home. ”

(Deborah Cobb - The Voyager Academy Nursery)

Wednesday 13 May 2015

WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY

“The children have enjoyed learning about George the Sunsafe superstar and have filled in lots of activity sheets. We have started our display board, which we'll be adding work and photos to.”

(SUZANNAH HEMMINGS - WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY)

WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY

“The Sunsafe Assembly was held on 14th April. The children were heard singing the Slip, Slop, Slap song in the playground afterwards!”

(SUZANNAH HEMMINGS - WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY)

WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY

“We have many areas of shade around school. Some natural - under trees etc... some purpose built - gazebo and shelter.”

(SUZANNAH HEMMINGS - WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY)

WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“The letters and booklets have gone out to all children. We have purchased extra sunhats to ensure that those children that do not have a hat can continue to be safe outside.”

“We have had a full staff briefing on the need to act as role models for sun safety in front of the children.”

(SUZANNAH HEMMINGS - WYNDHAM PRIMARY ACADEMY)

Swallowfield Lower School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Swallowfield Lower School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Swallowfield Lower School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“The staff at Swallowfield Lower School will ensure the provision of sun hats and sunscreen will be actioned appropriately; making sure items are readily available and kept on school premises.”

“All staff are aware of the application of the Sun Safe Status and understand what is expected of them as role models for pupils. Staff have agreed to model the correct sun safety around the school when appropriate.”

(Gemma Howe - Swallowfield Lower School)

Tuesday 12 May 2015

Swallowfield Lower School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Swallowfield Lower School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Swallowfield Lower School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“The staff at Swallowfield Lower School will ensure the provision of sun hats and sunscreen will be actioned appropriately; making sure items are readily available and kept on school premises.”

“All staff are aware of the application of the Sun Safe Status and understand what is expected of them as role models for pupils. Staff have agreed to model the correct sun safety around the school when appropriate.”

(Gemma Howe - Swallowfield Lower School)

Sunday 10 May 2015

The Peterborough School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to The Peterborough School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by The Peterborough School

“The lesson plans and activity sheets were put onto the School's shared area so they could be accessed by all Preparatory School staff. As part of their PSHE lessons each year group has completed 3 activity sheets.”

(Lesley McClarnon - The Peterborough School)

Friday 8 May 2015

Shardlow Day Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Shardlow Day Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Shardlow Day Nursery

“All staff encourage children time out of the sun by playing or story time under our play area”

(Audrey Essex - Shardlow Day Nursery)

Thursday 7 May 2015

Shardlow Day Nursery Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Shardlow Day Nursery for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Shardlow Day Nursery has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“As a nursery we are committed to protect all children from the damaging effects of UV during the hours we care for them”

(Audrey Essex - Shardlow Day Nursery)


“All our staff are aware of the importance to act as appropriate role models and encourage parents to do the same”

(Audrey Essex - Shardlow Day Nursery)

Grange Primary School is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to Grange Primary School for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“The children, parents and teachers have really taken this on board as many of them have had relatives who have had skin cancer. We have enjoyed being a part of it and it has certainly got more children aware of keeping safe in the sun!”

(Rachel Boswell - Grange Primary School)

Grange Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Grange Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Grange Primary School

“The children have been taking activities home as homework and also undertaking them in class. We have lots of examples that are available to be looked it! We have provided a photo of a Year 1 class where the children were helping to lead it!”

(Rachel Boswell - Grange Primary School)

Sally's Childminding Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Sally's Childminding for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Sally's Childminding has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“All letters returned to the setting will be kept on record in personal files. All new children to the setting will be given the newsletter”

(Lucy Mycroft - Sally's Childminding)


“All staff at the setting will act as appropriate role models to the children putting on sun cream and wearing sun hats. Spare sun cream and hats are kept on the premises at all times. ”

(Lucy Mycroft - Sally's Childminding)

Sally's Childminding Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Sally's Childminding for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Sally's Childminding

“The children are provided with shade by the use of awnings and sun canopies in the garden ”

(Lucy Mycroft - Sally's Childminding)

Tuesday 5 May 2015

Grange Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Grange Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Grange Primary School

“We have a canopy for the children (on each playground), a gazebo and arch areas outside the upper and middle unit playgrounds.”

(Rachel Boswell - Grange Primary School)

Grange Primary School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Grange Primary School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Grange Primary School

“Due to not being able to photograph some children during the assembly, I was unable to do this. However, I have copied the downloaded plan which was taught.”

(Rachel Boswell - Grange Primary School)

Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School for pledging to explore options regarding providing shaded areas for children during breaks outside.

“We will investigate costs and fundraising opportunities that may assist you in purchasing one for your school.”

(Jane Foulkes - Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School)

Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.


you will ensure that the provision of the sun hats and sunscreen, including spares, will be actioned appropriately


and kept on school premises as per the guidelines already outlined.

“all staff have been made aware of, understand and agree to act as appropriate role models with regard to sun safety.”

(Jane Foulkes - Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School)

Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“All of the children have really got on board with applying suncream and wearing their sunhats. Here are the Nursery class proudly showing off theirs!”

(Jane Foulkes - Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School)

Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School

“Reception and Nursery classes listened to George's story and watched the animated version. They wore their hats and shared their own stories.”

(Jane Foulkes - Walter Evans CE Primary And Nursery School)

Campion Junior School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Campion Junior School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Campion Junior School

“We have a pergola on 3 sides of the playground and also in the early years playground. We have also planted Mulberry trees for shade in the early Years playground”

(Judith Whitehead - Campion Junior School)

Campion Junior School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Campion Junior School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Campion Junior School

“We held this assembly on Friday 13th March”

(Judith Whitehead - Campion Junior School)

Campion Junior School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Campion Junior School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Campion Junior School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“We pledge to provide children with sunhats and check that they wear these when out in the sun. We also pledge to ensure that children apply sunscreen before going in the sun.”

“All staff have been made aware of, understand and agree to act as appropriate role models with regard to sun safety.”

(Judith Whitehead - Campion Junior School)

Friday 1 May 2015

Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School

“Hilltop School has many areas of natural shade all round the school. we also have a large purpose built parasol in the courtyard area.”

(Hazel Jaques - Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School)

Weeth Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Weeth Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Weeth Primary School

“The whole school have read the story, answered questions relating to the 5's of sun safety then completed the linked activity sheets. The children enjoyed these activities.”

(Chellew Mcshane - Weeth Primary School)

Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“Hats are ordered, booklets and letters (attached) will go out next week. We will action everything as agreed, sun cream, hats, shade, water to drink etc. This is a brilliant idea and one that Colin must have been very proud to lead. Well done!”

“All staff have been circulated with the information and details are displayed in the staffroom. Staff are already setting a good example”

(Hazel Jaques - Ashbourne Hilltop Infant And Nursery School)