Parents Area

Everything you need to know as a parent or carer at Baslow St Anne's.

Term dates

Our term dates follow Derbyshire County Council's recommended term dates, with occasional variations for INSET days. Please check the dates below carefully as they may differ slightly from other local schools.

Academic year 2025–26

TermStartEnd
Autumn 1Monday 8 September 2025Friday 24 October 2025
Autumn 2Monday 3 November 2025Friday 19 December 2025
Spring 1Tuesday 6 January 2026Friday 13 February 2026
Spring 2Tuesday 24 February 2026Friday 27 March 2026
Summer 1Monday 13 April 2026Friday 22 May 2026
Summer 2Monday 1 June 2026Wednesday 22 July 2026

INSET days 2025–26

  • Thursday 4 September 2025
  • Friday 5 September 2025
  • Monday 5 January 2026
  • Monday 23 February 2026
  • Thursday 23 July 2026

Academic year 2026–27

TermStartEnd
Autumn 1Monday 7 September 2026Thursday 22 October 2026
Autumn 2Monday 2 November 2026Friday 18 December 2026
Spring 1Tuesday 5 January 2027Friday 12 February 2027
Spring 2Monday 22 February 2027Thursday 25 March 2027
Summer 1Monday 12 April 2027Friday 28 May 2027
Summer 2Monday 7 June 2027Thursday 22 July 2027

INSET days 2026–27

  • Friday 4 September 2026
  • Friday 23 October 2026
  • Monday 4 January 2027
  • Friday 23 July 2027
  • Monday 26 July 2027

INSET days are staff training days when the school is closed to pupils. Term dates are provisional and subject to change — please check back regularly or sign up for our newsletter.

Newsletters

Our newsletters keep you up to date with school news, upcoming events, and important information. Newsletters are usually sent home [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. fortnightly on Fridays] and are also published here.

School calendar

Our school calendar lists all upcoming events, trips, and important dates. You can also subscribe to be notified of updates.

School uniform

We believe a school uniform helps children feel part of a community and removes the distraction of fashion. Our uniform is kept simple and affordable.

Standard uniform

  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Grey or navy trousers, skirt, or pinafore]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. White polo shirt]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. School sweatshirt or cardigan in school colours]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Black school shoes — no trainers]

PE kit

  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. White or navy T-shirt]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Navy or black shorts / joggers]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Trainers suitable for outdoor PE]
  • [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. Pumps for indoor PE]

Uniform is available from [PLACEHOLDER: supplier name and link]. Second-hand uniform is also available through the school — please enquire at the office.

Read the full uniform policy →

School meals

We offer a hot school lunch service provided by [PLACEHOLDER: catering company/LA catering service name]. Menus are available [PLACEHOLDER: where — e.g. on the school office noticeboard / via the school app].

Universal Free School Meals (UFSM)

All children in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 are entitled to a free school lunch. You do not need to apply — this is automatic.

Free School Meals (FSM)

Children in Years 3–6 may be eligible for Free School Meals if their household receives certain benefits. If you think your child may be eligible, please apply via Derbyshire County Council ↗ or contact the school office for help.

Packed lunches

Children are welcome to bring a packed lunch. We ask that packed lunches are healthy and do not contain [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. sweets, chocolate bars, fizzy drinks]. We are a [PLACEHOLDER: nut-aware / nut-free] school.

Current meal prices: [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. £2.65 per day]. Payments are made via [PLACEHOLDER: payment platform, e.g. ParentPay / Arbor].

Forms and useful documents

Parent forms

Useful links

Need to get in touch?

For any queries not covered here, our school office team are always happy to help. You can call, email, or pop in during office hours.

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