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4th April 2025

I’d like to take some time this week to thank the amazing people who volunteer their time to make Alveston the incredible community it is - in school and out. 
 
Last week, our Friends organised an ArtBase Mother’s Day painting evening which was so calming and a lovely opportunity for families to paint, chat and spend time together midweek. Last night, our Friends again pulled out all the stops to put on an Easter Bingo evening complete with egg prizes, a bar and a 50/50 draw. Both of these events raised so much money towards the 'extras' that make school more enjoyable for the children. We are so grateful to our Friends for volunteering so much of their time. 
 
Today was the last bicycle bus with the amazing Simon Storey taking the 'commanding officer role'. What an impact Simon has already had on our school community. Over the last six weeks, we have seen so many families get on board the bus with a whopping ​30 riders today!!! A huge thank you to Simon, who has volunteered his time each week to help us start this, to Gracie, who has been heading this up for Team Alveston and to our families who are now taking over this job. We are so grateful for your time.  
 
Finally, a big thank you to our Governors who work tirelessly in the background to help keep the wheels turning behind the scenes. Meeting regularly and coming into school every half term to meet with staff, visit lessons and to talk with pupils - they too volunteer their time to ensure that Alveston is the thriving school that it is. 
 
So if you know someone who volunteers their time as one of our Friends, on our Bicycle Bus or one of our Governors - please thank them. Without them, our school wouldn't be what it is. 
 
Have a really lovely weekend. 
 
Jess Newitt
Stars of the Week!
 
Reception ~ find out next week!
Year 1 ~ Rupert
Year 2 ~ find out next week!
Year 3 ~ Ted
Year 4 ~ Mabel
Year 5 ~ Elliot
Year 6 ~ Daniel
 
Congratulations to all of our Stars of the Week!
 
Team Cup Winners
 
Congratulations to this week's Team Point winners, Avon Blues! I And a big "WELL DONE" to anyone who earned a team point this week.
Intrepid Explorers
 
Year 4 enjoyed a geography-packed afternoon, where they first learned about the eight compass points. They then created detailed maps of the school grounds and planned an expedition around the school using their compass skills. Their classmates followed these routes and provided feedback. This activity helped us understand the kinds of challenges real explorers might face if they don't plan their routes carefully.
Respect Your Elders
 
Year 3 went to Forest School recently and used tools to cut elder branches to make elder beads. Some children went on to make elder bead necklaces. The children learnt how to safely use secateurs, loppers and palm-drills, remembering to protect their 'non-tool hand'. Others concocted terribly gruesome potions which linked to their Shakespeare work around Julius Caesar. Lots of the children were noticing the small changes in nature as we welcome in the Spring season.  
Heart to Heart
 
As part of our science topic about the circulatory system, Year 6 dissected pig's hearts this week. They worked in groups to make an incision and observe the heart closely from the inside. They observed the left and right ventricles and atriums - which make up the four chambers - as well as the tendons, papillary muscles, valves and superior vena cava.
 
* WARNING * You might want to scroll past the below picture quickly if you are a little squeamish!
 
French Club (for Reception, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3) starts back on Thursday 1st May. If you haven't already, please click here for more information and how to book.
 
Merci beaucoup!
Help Children with Autism Thrive
 

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Bayleaf Cookery Club - Summer Term
 
DON'T FORGET: Bayleaf Cookery School will be back running an after-school cookery club at Alveston on Thursdays in the Summer term and they’re enrolling NOW!
 
The Cookery Club is open to children from Year 1 to Year 6. Classes start on Thursday 1st May 2025, with the final session on Thursday 10th July 2025. You won't want to miss out on falafel burgers, banana bread or Eton mousse (as well as lots of other delicious recipes)!
 
Please see this flyer for instructions on how to book a place.
Community Interest 
 
We post all community events and projects on our website under 'Our Community'. For more information about activities open to you, your family and your local community, please do check the pages regularly:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
Last but not least, you can also find a list of Stratford Food Bank's "MOST WANTED" items right here. Please do take a look and help to support those in need in our local community.
General Reminders
 
Parking at Drop-Off and Pick-Up
We are so lucky at Alveston that the Football Club allow all our parents who drive to school to use their car park for drop-off and pick-up. This makes it safer for all our children. Please continue to use the Football Club car park. Please do not park on Knights Lane, Oak Road or any double-yellow lines for pick-up or drop-offs. Please also ensure that you do not stop or park within the zig-zag "Keep Clear" markings. This area is marked to keep the flow of traffic moving and to ensure the safety of all pedestrians.
 
Sickness and Absence
Please let the school office know each day your child is absent from school by calling 01789 293412, option 1, and leaving a message.  You may also email parents3002@welearn365.com. You do not need to contact us daily if your child is sick/vomits. Absences for sickness/vomiting will be recorded 48 hours from the end of the day your child was last sick (i.e. if sick on Sunday, come back on Wednesday; if Tuesday come back on Friday). 
 

Medicines in School
We cannot accept medicines in school without a prescription label and a medical form completed by a parent or carer.  Please ask the school office for more information and/or a form via:

parents3002@welearn365.com

 

Forest School Dates

Below are Forest School dates for your diary. The children will need to wear PE kit to school with tracksuit bottoms or leggings and have a long sleeve top such as a hoodie. Wellies and a rain coat / school coat will also be required:

Remaining Forest School Dates

 

Date

 

Year Group

Fri 11th Apr

 

Year 1

Fri 2nd May

 

Reception

Fri 9th May

 

Year 5

Fri 16th May

 

Year 6

Fri 23rd May

 

Year 4

Fri 6th Jun

 

Year 3

Fri 13th Jun

 

Year 2

Fri 20th Jun

 

Year 1

Fri 27th Jun

 

Reception

Fri 4th Jul

 

Year 6

Fri 11th Jul

 

Year 5

Fri 18th Jul

 

Year 4
Important Dates to Remember
 
Key dates for the Spring Term are HERE!  You can find information relating to term dates here and teacher-led clubs here:
 

Spring Term (2)

 

 

 

 

Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks

 

 

10th March to 4th April

 

 

 

7/4

 

Half-Term Cup Assembly

7/4

 

Easter Service at St James’ church

8/4

 

Reception Class Assembly

10/4

 

FOA Easter Bake Off/Sale

 

 

 

 

 

HALF-TERM 14th-25th April 2025

 

 

 

Summer Term (1)

 

Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies

 

 

2/5, 9/5, 16/5, *19/5 (Half Term Cup)

 

 

Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks

 

 

28th April to 23rd May

 

 

 

6/5

 

Reception Class Trip to Oversley Hill Farm

23/5

 

FOA Sweets Collection

 

 

 

 

 

HALF-TERM 26th-30th May 2025

 

 

 

Summer Term (2)

 

Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies

 

 

6/6, 13/6, 20/6, 4/7, 11/7, *14/7 (Half Term Cup)

 

 

Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks

 

 

9th June to 4th July

 

 

 

4/6

 

Reception 2025 – New Parents Meeting

16-18/6

 

Year 6 Residential Trip

20/6

 

FOA Summer Fayre

2/7

 

Transition Day/Secondary School Inductions

7/7

 

Year 6 End of Year Play

14/7

 

Prospective Parents (2026) Open Evening

15/7

 

Sports Day & Picnic

16/7

 

Reserve Sports Day & Picnic

18/7

 

Year 6 Leavers’ Assembly

18/7

 

Last Day in School for Children

21/7

 

INSET DAY (no children in school)

22/7

 

OFFICIAL LAST DAY OF TERM - Summer Holidays officially begin!
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