13th December 2024
We have enjoyed the shared stories of the star who just couldn't shine, the donkey not pleased about their long walk and the cross old lady, annoyed at everyone knocking at her door. With a traditional happy ending, these stories all concluded joyfully with the birth of a special baby, a baby to bring light to the darkness in the world.
Just as Jesus did, our children brought the light into our lives and all shone so brightly! Their singing and their acting also brought such happiness to us all. We have seen new talents uncovered, existing skills strengthened and our children's confidence flourishing.
A very big thank you to everyone involved in making our Christmas performances such a success - the admin team, teaching teams, parents and children and to everyone who came to watch their children shine. As always, the first joy of my Christmas!
Wishing you a peaceful weekend,
Anne Clewley
Head Teacher
Being a parent is exciting and rewarding but there are also times when children behave in ways that are a challenge for us. This 2-hour workshop looks at some reasons why children behave the way they do and offers insight and strategies to help guide their behaviour.
This workshop is for parents/carers of children of all ages. It will focus on:
• How and why boundaries support children’s development
• Parenting strategies that can be used to support boundaries such as rules, praise, routines.
• Identify different parenting styles
• Build an awareness of positive parenting and how to implement this in day to day life
• Looking after our selves as parents and carers
This workshop is a general overview and if further support and advice is identified, contacts and referral pathways will be available at the end of the workshop.
You will find more information about this workshop here.
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Christmas Deadlines
Parents Direct – Sunday 8th December for dispatching by Friday 20th
All orders placed after the above deadlines until Sunday 5th January will be printed on Monday 6th January for delivery up to 14 working days after.
Christmas Shutdown
Brigade will be closed from 4pm Friday 20th December until 8am Monday 6th January 2025. All communication and emails received during this time will be responded to in January.
Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year !
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:
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:
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Friday 13th Dec |
Reception |
Forest School Dates - Spring Term 1
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Year Group |
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Friday 10th Jan |
Year 6 |
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Friday 17th Jan |
Year 5 |
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Friday 24th Jan |
Year 4 |
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Friday 31st Jan |
Year 3 |
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Friday 7th Feb |
Year 2
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** Please note that our Christingle date has changed to 19th December (as per the email sent on 1st October via the eSchools app). As advanced warning, please note that our Easter service will be on Monday 7th April 2025 at 2.15pm in church.
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16/12 |
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Whole School Theatre Trip - in school by 8.15 please! |
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17/12 |
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Half-Term Cup Assembly |
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18/12 |
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Christmas Lunch |
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19/12 |
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**Christingle 2:15pm |
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20/12 |
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Last day of term. Morning only - school closes at midday. |
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20/12 (pm) |
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INSET Afternoon (children not in school from midday) |
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HALF-TERM 23rd December 2024 - 7th January 2025 |
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6/1/25 |
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INSET Day |
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7/1/25 |
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All children return to school on Tuesday 7th January 2025 |
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Spring Term (1) |
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Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies |
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17/1, 24/1, 31/1, 7/2 |
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Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks |
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13th January to 7th February |
