Weekly Newsletter

• Fri 21st February - last day of term
• Mon 3rd March - return to school
• Mon 3rd March - Fri 28th March - Year 4 Swimming (Class Teachers will share further info)
• Mon 3rd March - INTO University Year 5 Workshop
• Tues 4th March - INTO University Year 5 Workshop
• Tues 4th March - Year 3 trip to Scotswood Garden
• Thurs 6th March - 6MB Centre for Life visit with INTO University
• 11th/12/13th March - Parents Evening (further info will follow after half term)

⭐Don't forget to check Class Dojo regularly for up-to-date news⭐

Whole School Attendance this week - 93.4%

We are aiming for at least 97% - let's work together to make this happen!!

Please remember that if your child is going to be absent from school you should call school before 8.30am to report this. If they are off for multiple days, you should call school each day that they are off. If your child is suffering from something such as a cough or cold we do recommend that you send them into school and see how they get on. It is amazing how many children perk up once they get into school and we can assure you that if it becomes evident that a child should not be in school we will make contact with yourself as parent/carer.

As a school, our attendance has greatly improved over the last year and this is all thanks to you and the effort you are making in getting your children into school every day.

Our word of the week is 'PROTECT'. As we grow older we learn to recognise danger. We know that we should not play near busy roads, that we should always tell our parents where we are going.

But there is no need to be afraid. Just be sensible and realise that these dangers do exist. When a responsible and trusted grown-up like a parent or teacher tells you not to do something, it is not because they want to spoil your fun, it is because they can see the dangers that exist. Rules are made to keep us safe.

There are times when we all worry about our safety – in the Bible we learn about the story of Jesus stilling the storm when the disciples were afraid they were going to drown. Remember, Jesus said, ‘I am with you always’ (Matthew 28.20).

This week we have we celebrated all the HANDWRITING STARS across school. Each teacher chose one child from their class that had impressed them!

Year 1:

1DB Konstantin always forms his letters correctly and has beautiful presentation.

1JB Honour always takes her time and has beautiful handwriting.

Year 2:

2SM Nancy always tries her best to improve her handwriting

2LR San always has neat handwriting and tries his best to improve his handwriting

Year 3:

3LM Denis has worked so hard this year to improve his handwriting, well done Denis!

3NJ Poppy takes her time with her handwriting and her work is always beautifully presented.

Year 4:

4LL Coby for trying so hard to improve his handwriting.

4AK Norvin for always having a great neat joined style of handwriting.

Year 5:

5GB Sky has improved tremendously in her handwriting

5JW Ellen has a beautiful joined handwriting style. Well done, Ellen.

Year 6:

6MB Josiah in 6MB is our handwriting star. He has worked so hard in improving his handwriting.

6ND Rafey has beautiful handwriting! His books are immaculately presented!

Next week we will be celebrating our Mental Maths STARS

Share these tips with your child to make sure they get to and from school without any problems.

Walk together

Younger children should always walk with an adult. Tell your parents that walking is great exercise and a nice way to spend time together. If your parents say that you can walk to school on your own, remember these tips:

• Walk with a friend when possible.

• Ask your parents to help you pick a safe route to school; one that avoids dangers.

• Stick to the route you picked with your parents. Don’t let friends talk you into shortcuts that are more dangerous.

• When you are near the street, don’t push, shove, or chase each other.

• Never hitchhike or take rides from people not arranged by your parents.

• Talk to your parents and teacher about any bullying that may happen during your walk.

Be seen

Remember, drivers may not be able to see you well. Always wear bright-coloured clothes and if it is dark or hard to see, carry flashlights or wear reflective gear.

Look for traffic

Watch out for cars and trucks at every driveway and intersection on your walk to school. Look for drivers in parked cars. They may be getting ready to move.

Cross the street safely

1. Stop at the curb or edge of the street.

2. Look left, right, left and behind you and in front of you for traffic.

3. Wait until no traffic is coming and begin crossing.

4. Keep looking for traffic until you have finished crossing.

5. Walk, don’t run across the street. Obey traffic signs, signals and adult school crossing guards