14th February 2025
Taking into consideration the positive impact that the arts have on a child’s mental health, Black Box found that children who attend their classes not only find their voice through singing, but they build in confidence, expand their public speaking ability, hone their social skills, and respond positively to constructive feedback.
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Half Term Fun with Warwickshire Libraries
Enjoy free dinosaur-themed activities and learn about superfoods this half-term at Warwickshire Libraries!
Warwickshire County Council’s libraries service is encouraging children and families to get involved in plenty of fun activities at their local library this February half-term.
The activities range from having a ‘roarsome’ time making dinosaur-themed crafts, to joining in with interactive "Taste and Create" sessions to become a food superhero. Regular children’s activities will also be continuing throughout the week including Lego Club, Rhyme Time and the Books Bears scheme.
For those aged 4-11 years, many libraries across the county are offering free sessions for children to have plenty of fun creating dinosaur-themed crafts, which they can take home afterwards to enjoy. All of the materials for the craft sessions will be provided. The drop-in sessions are happening at multiple library locations and at different times so that as many children as possible can attend. Find the nearest session on the Warwickshire Libraries February Half-Term Eventbrite webpage.
In addition to crafts, Rugby Library will also be hosting a stop motion animation session for 6-12 year olds on Thursday 20 February. Children will be able to choose a stop motion backdrop and fill it with plenty of dinosaur- themed movement and activity! Places will be available to book from Friday 14 February on the Stop-Motion Dinosaurs at Rugby Library webpage.
Has your child ever dreamed of having superpowers? Then they may also enjoy Warwickshire Libraries interactive Taste and Create workshops to become a Food Superhero!
Taking place at libraries across the county and Market Hall Museum, children aged 4-11 years can dive into the world of superfoods, where they can play games, get crafty, and handle and taste different food items to discover how superfoods can help them be their best selves. Each one-hour long workshop is packed with fun and interactive activities to conquer food-themed challenges, and all children that attend the workshops will receive their very own goodie bag.
To book a place, visit the Taste and Create Eventbrite webpage. Please note all participants will be sent a form to complete after booking to notify staff of any food allergies or dietary requirements.
Warwickshire Libraries will also be hosting a number of fun events and activities for pre-school and school aged children, including Rhyme Time, Story Stomp, and Lego Club. To find out which activities are happening at your local library this half-term and how to book, visit www.warwickshire.gov.uk/childrensactivities.
For younger children there is also the opportunity to get involved in the free Warwickshire Book Bears scheme. Children under five collect a stamp every time they visit the library, and after six stamps they earn a certificate. If they collect all ten certificates, then they will receive a Library Book Bear soft toy as a reward. To find out more you can ask about the Books Bears scheme at your local library.
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:
Spring Term 2
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Fri 28th Feb |
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Reception |
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Fri 7th Mar |
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Year 6 |
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Fri 14th Mar |
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Year 5 |
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Fri 21st Mar |
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Year 4 |
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Fri 28th Mar |
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Year 3 |
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Fri 4th Apr |
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Year 2 |
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Fri 11th Apr |
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Year 1 |
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HALF-TERM 17th-21st February 2025 |
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Spring Term (2) |
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Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies |
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28/2, 7/3, 14/3, 21/3, 28/3 |
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Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks |
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10th March to 4th April |
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25/2 |
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Year 6 Class Assembly |
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27/2 |
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Young Voices 2025 |
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3/3 |
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Learning Together Time (2:30pm) |
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4/3 |
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Year 2 Class Assembly |
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4/3 |
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Year 6 trip to Parliament |
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5/3 |
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FOA Bag-2-School |
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6/3 |
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World Book Day |
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11/3 |
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Year 3 Class Assembly |
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18/3 |
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Year 4 Class Assembly |
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25/3 |
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Year 5 Class Assembly |
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1/4 |
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Year 1 Class Assembly |
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3/4 |
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FOA Easter Bingo |
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7/4 |
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Half-Term Cup assembly |
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7/4 |
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Easter Service at St James’ church |
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8/4 |
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Reception Class Assembly |
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10/4 |
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FOA Easter Bake Off/Sale |
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HALF-TERM 14th-25th April 2025 |
