I want to begin the newsletter by thanking you, the children and the staff for the welcome you have given me. Somerset Bridge is a truly wonderful school and I feel very lucky and proud to be the headteacher. Walking throughout the school, into classes and outside at playtime, I have been impressed with the attitude and enthusiasm of the children and the relationships that they have with each other and the staff at the school. Every year group has made a very settled start to the school year, but I do want to mention our Year Six children and the role models they have been and also our Reception children who have started brilliantly. Thank you everyone. I am really excited about the years ahead.
Wishing you and your families a very enjoyable half-term.
We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded our Green Flag Winner 2026 Award.
Autumn Term Sports Events
Boys & Girls Futsal.
A big well done to our boys and girls futsal teams who played in tournaments at Haygrove and BCA. Both teams showed fantastic teamwork and effort and played brilliantly. The boys finished in 4th place in their group and the girls finished in 3rd place out of 6 schools.
Boys team: Captain Marley, Codey, Archie, Harvey, Corey, Max, Filip.
Big Congratulations to our girls' football team who went to Bridgwater College and finished in 1st place out of 11 schools to become the Sedgemoor schools girls football champions. They played amazingly and won 5 games, scoring a total of 12 goals with some impressive football. The final was a 1-1 draw and went to a penalty shoot-out that we managed to win. It was a fantastic achievement, which means they have qualified for the Somerset County Finals in January. Well done girls and good luck at the Finals.
A huge well done to all the children who went to represent our school in the Sedgemoor schools Cross Country races at Brymore Academy. We are really proud of the effort of all the runners. Thank you to parents for your support and for taking the children to this event. Results will be posted in the next Newsletter.
Christmas Performances Dates
Here are the dates when we will be holding our Christmas Performances.
A letter will be sent home nearer the time for you to confirm your attendance.
Reception Classes - Christmas Gatherings on Monday 7th December at 2pm and Tuesday 8th December at 9.30am
Year 1 Classes - Christmas Performance on Wednesday 9th December at 9.30am and 3.30pm
Year 2 Classes - Christmas Carols on Friday 11th December at 9.30am
Important Reminders
Monday 2nd November is an Inset Day.
School Lunches - Please remember to book your child's school lunches before midnight on Monday 2nd November.
Local Events
Although we are not in a position to recommend or endorse events outside of school. We are pleased to share what is happening in the local library. Also please check the Events page on our Website.
Other Information
If your child missed their Flu Nasal spray vaccination in school, here is a list of clinics that you can attend.
All clinics below are for the FLU Nasal spray vaccination and are walk ins
(No appointment is needed). If your child requires the FLU inactivated injection
Please contact 0300 323 0032 to arrange an appointment.
DAY
DATE
TIME OPEN
ADDRESS
Monday
26 Oct 2026
09:30-14:30
West Mendip Hospital, Old Wells Road, Glastonbury BA6 8JD
Tuesday
27 Oct 2026
09:30-14:30
Westlands Entertainment Venue, Westbourne Cl, Yeovil
BA20 2DD
Wednesday
28 Oct 2026
09:30-14:30
Community Families Hub East Reach House, East Reach, Taunton
