Equipment

**A Reminder to Parents and Carers**

The Safeguarding Squad has observed that during the waiting periods at the start and end of the day, children—whether they are students or siblings—are using the pirate ship, trim trail, gym equipment, and other resources in the Reception playground.

Please remember that there are no staff members supervising these areas during these times. We kindly ask that children DO NOT use any of the equipment or resources and wait on the playground with their parents or carers, or with friends if walking in by themselves, until the doors open at 8:45 for a prompt start to the school day.

Children arriving to school on Bicycles or scooters are also reminded to dismount and walk with their bike or scooter once coming through the gates and entering school ground. While we still wish to encourage our students to keep fit and come to school on their bikes and scooters, It is unsafe to have children riding through the playground during these busy times of the day.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Apley Wood Primary Academy Staff Team.