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World Diabetes Day - 14th November

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:16:47 GMT

World Diabetes Day offers an important opportunity to shine a light on diabetes and its far-reaching impact.

Hillside First School at Forest FM

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:07:57 GMT

Yesterday, Willow and Indianna (Year 4), Mr Graves and Mrs Tarrant visited Forest FM to talk to DJ Richard about life at Hillside First School.

Little Owls First Week

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:19:40 GMT

Our reception children have enjoyed their first week at Hillside.

Is your child starting school in September 2026?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:52:55 GMT

Hillside First School Open Mornings and Evening

Year 4 Leavers

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:01:14 GMT

We would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our wonderful Year 4 children as they move on to their new schools. We are so proud of everything you have achieved during your time with us, and we know you will continue to shine in this exciting new chapter. Good luck to you all.

Talent Show Finalists

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:44:53 GMT

This week we saw the exciting finale of Hillside's Got Talent.

Hillside's Got Talent

Thu, 15 May 2025 20:06:11 GMT

Exciting News!

Hillside First School VE Day 80th Anniversary World War 2 Memories

Fri, 9 May 2025 09:48:11 GMT

Welcome to Hillside First School’s commemorative VE Day 80th Anniversary Memory Book.

World Down Syndrome Day

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:51:29 GMT

World Down Syndrome Day – 21^st March

World Diabetes Day

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:58:37 GMT

World Diabetes Day – 14th November 2024.

Challenge Mr Graves

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:25:35 GMT

We’re excited to introduce a new feature: Challenge Mr. Graves

Open Day and Evening Events

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:46:46 GMT

Is your child starting school in September 2025?

Hillside's Nature Watch

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:00:12 GMT

Please take a moment to explore the captivating nature scenes captured on our Trail Camera this week, thanks to the generous contribution from the Rotary Club.

We wish you a Merry Christmas!

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 10:43:19 GMT

Hillside children and staff would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Special Visitors!

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 20:52:21 GMT

Exciting news from school today! Our special guests, Jingles and Prancer, the reindeer, paid us a visit.

Merry Christmas!

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 20:53:40 GMT

Merry Christmas from all the children and staff at Hillside First School!

Welcome Back

Mon, 4 Sep 2023 12:37:09 GMT

Firstly, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all our new Reception children starting this week and their families along with the other children and families joining us in other year groups. We are thrilled to have you join our school community, and look forward to an exciting year ahead. We believe that every child has the potential to achieve great things, and we are excited to embark on this journey together.

Last few spaces available in Reception for September 2023.

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 19:17:07 GMT

Contact the school office to book your tour on 01202 822737 or email office@hillsidefirstschool.org

School Parliament Visit

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:54:24 GMT

This week, our School Parliament members went to visit Verwood Town Council and meet the Mayor, Cllr Simon Gibson and the Town Clerk Carrie Lloyd.

Rugby Tournament

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 18:56:45 GMT

Some of our year 3 /4 children represented the school at a local Tag Rugby Festival today along with 10 other schools.

World Book Day

Fri, 3 Mar 2023 10:05:44 GMT

Hillside First School have thoroughly enjoyed celebrating World Book Day (WBD).

Is your child starting school in September 2023?

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 10:16:27 GMT

Merry Christmas from Hillside First School

Sun, 1 Jan 2023 12:18:21 GMT

Hillside on Forest FM

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 21:59:09 GMT

Hillside First School interviewed by Steve Saville on local radio station, Forest FM.

Masked Reader

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 12:19:36 GMT

Exciting news! As a school, we are trying to promote reading to the children as it can have such a benefit to their education and life. As a result, we have planned the following for you all…

Queen Elizabeth II - 1926-2022

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:33:22 GMT

All the staff at Hillside First School were very saddened to hear the tragic news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II aged 96 after her historic 70-year reign. She served this country exceptionally well with total dedication and commitment throughout her reign. As a school community we would like to pass our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and like the rest of the nation and beyond, join them in a time of mourning of this incredible lady.