Newsletter
Friday 13th December 2024
Headteacher - Mrs M Winter
Assistant Headteacher - Mrs S Humphreys
Associate Assistant Headteacher - Miss L Brook
School Office is open 8.30am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday, call 01977 722615
Extended Afterschool Club parents can call 07594650114 (4.00pm-5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 4.00pm-5.00pm on Friday)
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We couldn't have been more excited to share the wonder of our Key Stage 1 Nativity and Reception performances with you as part of our celebrations! The children wowed us with their performance of "Shine, Star, Shine," a delightful production that highlighted the journey of the Christmas star and its significance. We are so proud of the commitment and hard work our young stars have put into making the Christmas story come to life.
We would like to extend a huge thank you to all the teachers, teaching assistants, and staff members who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the success of these nativity performances. Their dedication, alongside the children’s enthusiasm, made this festive occasion truly magical.
A big thank you also to all the families and friends who attended and supported our little stars – your applause and smiles made the experience even more special for everyone involved!
Take care,
Mrs Winter
Headteacher
Christmas Raffle Winners!
Congratulations if you have won on our Christmas Raffle. Please bring the winning ticket(s) to the main office to collect your prize(s).
Attendance Update
Whole School Target = 97%
Rec - 99.3%
Year 1 - 97.3%
Year 2 - 99.2%
Year 3 - 98.6%
Year 4 - 99%
Year 5 - 98.6%
Year 6 - 97.3%
Whole School Attendance Autumn Term 2, Week 6 - 98.5%
Whole School Year to Date - 97.4%
Star of the Week
Reception - Eidenas and Annie
Year 1 - Owen and Elsie Rae
Year 2 - Grace and Tanga
Year 3 - Ayla and Evie
Year 4 - Dahlia and Oliver J
Year 5 - Frazer and James H
Year 6 - Samantha and Frankie
Kindness Award for Max and Archie
The Kindness certificates are awarded to children who have shown kindness and a caring attitude throughout the week. Children are chosen by the Student Council. Well done!
2025 ASSESSMENT DATES - If your child is in the following years please make sure they attend school during these important dates:
Year 1 - Monday 9th June to Friday 13th - Phonics Screening Check Week
Year 4 - Monday 2nd June to Friday 13th June - Multiplication Tables Check Week
Year 6 - Monday 12th May to Thursday 15th May - SATS Assessment Week
All events are communicated here as soon as they are confirmed
Please visit our website - Be The Best You Can Be - Carleton Park : Carleton Park (patrust.org.uk) for all the term dates.
Autumn Term 2 2024
DECEMBER
- 16th - Deadline for Elf Run Sponsorship money to be handed in
- 16th - Y5 and Y6 Carol Service to Parents - 2.30pm - Tickets on sale soon
- 16th - Christmas Dinner Day and Christmas Jumper Day - Wear your Christmas jumper/dress and celebrate with a Christmas dinner. Please see menu below.
- 18th - Christmas Parties in classrooms - Please see the message from the teacher on Dojo regarding food to bring. Children can bring party clothes to change into.
- 19th - A visit from Santa - payment available on MCAS in 'Store'
- 19th - Last Day of Term
- 20th - INSET DAY - School Closed
Christmas Dinner Menu - 16th December
Please note - there will be no jacket potatoes, pasta or sandwich options on this day
KS1 and KS2 Clubs
Clubs for KS1 and KS2 run from 3.10pm to 4.10pm
**please note that KS2 Dance Club will run on Monday 4th November and then again on Monday 18th November until Monday 9th December** All other clubs begin w/c 11th November
Children are collected from the Main Entrance. For outdoor activities please make sure your child brings a change of clothing to school on the day which are suitable for the activity booked.
School Dinner Menu w/c 16th December - Week 3
Events in the Surrounding Area
Santa at Pontefract Fire Station
Wakefield Council - Happy Healthy Holidays
Activities are FREE for children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals
Pontefract Methodist Church
Free activities or just to sit in a warm room and have a cup of tea or coffee