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Community Links
At Edward the Elder Primary School we encourage links with our local community.
We believe that community links are essential in the growth, development and wellbeing of all our pupils. Links with our local community help us to build relationships with groups and individuals who will provide positive role models for our children.
OFSTED 2025
The school is highly visible in the local community, regularly involving parents and carers in pupils’ learning.


Precious Lives – Keeping Safe
Year 5 & 6 had an important session called Precious Lives linking to our keeping safe in the community unit. After listening to the talk they enjoyed role playing different scenarios. We discussed: How the police help keep people safe and why people can be arrested. The dangers of carrying weapons and the consequences of making unsafe choices. Staying safe on social media and avoiding arguments. Managing disagreements and conflict calmly. What makes a healthy relationship and


Manny's Mile comes to Edward the Elder!
We were delighted to welcome Manny to Edward the Elder as part of Manny’s Mile, a fantastic fundraising event raising money for Dementia UK. Over two days, Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September, Manny is running one mile at 50 primary schools to raise awareness and support this important charity. Our children gave Manny a wonderful welcome, cheering him on and joining in with his mile. What a fantastic way to show our support! A huge thank you to all our families for your g


Reception Graduation
We are so proud of our Reception children, who graduated today and are ready for Year 1! They have grown in confidence, curiosity, and independence throughout the year, and it has been a joy to watch them learn and flourish. We know they will continue to shine as they begin their exciting Year 1 adventure. Congratulations to all of our wonderful graduates—we can't wait to see all that you achieve!


Reception to Year 1 Transition
Please see the information below about children moving from Reception to Year 1.


WASPS Athletics
Our final Wolverhampton competition of the year arrived with a bang. Perfect weather for the occasion and the perfect children to take part! With a variety of events ranging from long-distance races and sprints to the long jump, every event was filled. Our children made it through to five finals: Ryley in the 400 metres, Shakeree in the long jump and 150 metres, Jess in the obstacle race, and Tomiwa in the 80 metres. I'm so proud to be able to say that Edward the Elder came a


Key Stage 1 Sports Day
A huge well done to all our children for taking part in Sports Day with such enthusiasm, determination and fantastic team spirit. You made us all proud! Year 1 Year 2


Wednesfield in Bloom
To help Wednesfield in Bloom celebrate 10 'blooming' years, our children decorated wooden flowers which will be displayed outside Wednesfield library.


Father's Day Celebrations!
Early Years have had a wonderful day celebrating Father's Day! Thank you to everyone who joined us to make the day so special. We hope you all had a fantastic time!"


Year 6’s DT Workshop at Wednesfield Academy
Year 6 had a fantastic morning at Wednesfield Academy, taking part in an exciting DT session. First, Year 6 settled into the DT classroom – which was an experience in itself! The room was filled with new equipment and machinery. The lesson started with a health and safety talk, which included partner discussions. Next, began by designing and making paper rockets, thinking carefully about a message to send into space before constructing their designs. The rockets were then lau
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