Half Term Cup Winners!
Reception ~ Millie
Year 1 ~ Logan
Year 2 ~ Mabel
Year 3 ~ Layla-Belle
Year 4 ~ Darcey
Year 5 ~ Bella
Year 6 ~ Madison
Congratulations to all of our Half Term Cup Winners - very well done!
House Point Cup Winners!
Congratulations to Tudor Reds !
Residential Round-Up!
Last week, we took 26 Year 6 children on their residential. In addition to raw excitement, the trip always starts with a few nerves for teachers just as much as children! Once we are on the road and busy with our activities - how quickly the nerves are forgotten!
The first pitstop at the Owl Centre always brings joy - holding and petting baby and young owls, feeding animals and enjoying a picnic in a barn has been the highlight of the trip for some.
At Abernant itself, we spent lots of time in and on the water - canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and ... unplanned lake swimming! - as well as climbing, abseiling, fencing and archery to name but a few of the activities. Although I do believe the vending machine was a star attraction for many and the midnight feasts a real treat!
Watching the children unfurl with some of the additional freedom the trip brings, was a delight. It really was an absolute pleasure to take the children to Abernant. Watching everyone try new sports and activities, succeed and surpass their own expectations, exhibit sheer joy for so many different reasons and to get to know their characters (and humour) a little more, has been wonderful.
Those children who decided to stay in school have also been trying new things and demonstrating their growing independence. The children chose a country that they would like to know more about. They researched many areas of interest including cost of living, famous landmarks and national artwork and compiled their own presentations. In addition, they were super star helpers around the school, supporting our younger children with their learning.
As all our Year 6 children entered their final week of their seven years at primary school, I know they are completely ready for their next step in education.
Healthy Schools Week - Kindness
For our last week of the year, we have been celebrating kindness. As a school, we have focused on being kind to our bodies, minds and others. With lots of workshops and activities, we have gained tools to regulate our emotions, keep our bodies fit and healthy and be kind to others, including our local swans.
Here are some of the workshops we have been involved in:
- Sports Day
- Healthy Eating Workshop
- Being kind to our Granny when she comes to stay
- How to look after our local swans with Cyril
- Being safe online
- Regulation Toolkit Day which involves yoga, puzzles, mindful colouring and craft, lego, circuits, sounds and smells
Year 5 performing an excerpt from Julius Caesar at the RSC
Royal Shakespeare Company Playmakers Workshop
Last week, Year 5 were lucky enough to perform on the world-class Royal Shakespeare Theatre stage as part of the Royal Shakespeare Company's Playmaking Season. The show, The Wood of Words, was a specially commissioned play addressing issues concerning young people at the moment which cleverly incorporated the 'greatest hits' of Shakespeare's First Folio. We had the honour of closing the show and performing an excerpt from Julius Caesar. The children managed their nerves brilliantly and supported each other to put on a faultless performance and we are so proud of their hard work and commitment to the project. You were all absolute stars, Year 5, and we hope this incredible experience will stay with you for a long time to come.
Sports Day and Family Picnic
On Tuesday, we thoroughly enjoyed a wonderful Sports Day and family picnic. The weather was kind and the energy levels were high - just what we wanted to see.
We can officially announce that the 2023/34 Sports Day winners were (drum roll, please...........)
Charlecote Greens !!!
Well done Charlecote Greens and a big THANK YOU to everyone that took part, helped organise or who came along to support and cheer. It was a brilliant day!
French Club is Back!
Bonjour tout le monde!
French Club bookings for Autumn Term are now open to Reception and Years 1-3! Each session is £7 and will run every Thursday from 14th September to 21st December.
Please click
here to book.
Merci beaucoup!
**NEW** Tennis Coaching Services from September
We are excited to announce that, from September, Stratford Sports Club will be offering their tennis coaching services at Alveston CofE Primary School!
The course of sessions will be offered to Year 1 and Year 2 and will commence on Tuesday 12th September, running up until the half term. Sessions will begin straight after school at 15:15-16:15. An upfront cost of £49 for the 7 weeks would reserve your child a space for the course.
You can either scan the QR code here to book your child onto the after school tennis club or you can contact the Stratford Tennis office by using the details below if you have any questions:
Web: stratfordsportsclub.co.uk
Tel: 01789 296629
Social media: stratfordsport
Online Safety During the Holidays
With the summer holidays just around the corner, children are looking forward to having more free time. For many, this will be spent online. Skips Educational, an online safety advisor, know that parents worry about what their children are doing online and often need ongoing support.
Please follow this link to a timely information document all about keeping children safe online over the summer holidays.
Change Makers Healthy Lifestyles Workshop – Fussy eating support
As parents often talk to us of the difficulties they face when their child is a fussy eater, we arranged for Mia Mould from Change Makers to deliver a workshop this week to support parents with children who display fussy eating behaviours. The workshop covered the Eatwell Guide, top tips and practical advice on reducing fussy eating behaviours.
Change Makers Healthy Lifestyles Workshop - Autumn Term Club
In the autumn term, Mia will also be running weekly workshops to support children and families to promote healthy eating and lifestyles. We know our families promote these topics at home, however often children respond more positively (or believe it more!) when they are shared by a third party.
All children are welcome to attend this Change Maker club but they must attend with an adult parent or carer. The workshops will commence on 28th September and run from 3:15pm - 4:20pm. More information will follow and, in addition, Mia will lead a whole school assembly in September. The proposed dates are below, showing the topics to be covered. Please let our admin team know if you would like to attend these by emailing parents3002@welearn365.com with the subject 'Change Maker Workshops'. Alternatively, you can fill in this form and return to the office.
Week 1: Thursday 28th September – Eatwell Guide
Week 2: Thursday 5th October – Portion Sizes
Week 3: Thursday 12th October – Physical Activity
Week 4 : Thursday 19th October – Sugars & Convenience Foods
Week 5: Thursday 26th October - Food Labelling & My Healthy Day
Community Interest *** SUMMER HOLIDAY SPECIAL ***
With the summer holidays stretched out before us, below are lots of activities, clubs and "one-offs" that should help to make this summer extra fun....!
Ready, Set, Read! ~ Join in the fun at Stratford Library...collect stickers, earn rewards and bag a certificate to be proud of. Let's get the children reading and help to prevent that summer reading 'dip'. You can find out more
here.
Enjoy an adventurous summer of family events from
Heritage and Culture Warwickshire. Dig for fossils at Cross Hand Quarry, meet the Lowe Ranger and her baby dinosaurs, go Bug Hunting in the County Record Office gardens, take on a Knights Quest, meet Mini Beasts LIVE and
much MUCH more....
SportsFest 2023 is on! ~ This
free, six-day event is back in Broadgate, Coventry City Centre, from Tuesday 25 July – Sunday 30 July. Sports Fest will feature a wide range of sports and wellbeing activities that are suitable for all ages and abilities. There's so much more to find out
here.
Scootability ~
Warwickshire County Council and Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership are offering FREE Level 1 Scootability training throughout Warwickshire during the Summer holidays. To find out how your child can join in the fun, click here.
The Circus is Coming to Town! ~ The James Richards Circus is coming to town at the end of August and Alveston Primary children (and families!) can enjoy a special limited discount of 25% off tickets. The discount will only be available to the first 100 tickets using the code
Alveston...so get booking to take advantage of this great discount! Follow this
link for more information.
Children's Self Defence class ~ If you're looking for a great way for the children to keep structure over the holidays, whilst building a skill set that will further develop confidence and social skills, then this Children's self defence class might be what you're looking for! More information can be found
here.
Stratford Junior Park Run - come join the fun! ~ Stratford-upon-Avon Junior Parkrun is a fun, free, weekly, timed 2k running event. Organisers are keen to expand its reach and to welcome children of all abilities to come along with their families to their fun event on Sunday mornings. Learn more
here.
"Skills and More" Activity Camps ~ take a look
here for details about some exciting activity camps taking place during the May half-term holidays. Primary school-aged children are welcomed to the Central Ajax Stadium in Warwick for football, drama, cookery and more! (Childcare vouchers are now accepted).
Warwickshire Youth Choir ~ WYC have lots planned for the next year and are offering not only weekly membership but also weekend membership too! The Autumn term will focus on learning and performing the musical Matilda, as well as lots of other activities and concerts organised. Come on, let's
sing!
Stratford & District Children & Family Centre ~ a new timetable of classes and activities is available for you to view
here. The centre is also running a drop-in service for men and women experiencing domestic violence to meet with an outreach worker. Further information can be found
here.
Don't forget...
The
latest edition of the
Connect for Health school nursing service magazine can be found under the "Our Community" section of our website.
Parents Helpline and Webchat ~ YoungMinds are the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. This charity also offers three different services to parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s mental health, up to the age of 25. You can find out more about the Parents Helpline, Webchat and Email service
here.
Last but not least, you can also find a list of
Stratford Food Bank's latest "
MOST WANTED" items under "Our Community"- Please do take a look.
General Reminders
Music lessons in school
If you are interested in music lessons, please click here. Warwickshire Music have opened their waiting lists for: Piano, Violin, Oboe, Flute, Clarinet, Tenoroon/bassoon, Cello, Viola and Guitar (age restrictions apply to some instruments. Contact Warwickshire Music directly for more information or to sign up: https://www.warwickshiremusichub.org/
Coronavirus within school
If your child tests positive for coronavirus, or has one or more of: temperature, continuous cough, loss of sense of smell or taste, please keep them off school for a minimum of three days or until they are better after three days. Please report all absences to the school office as below.
Sickness and Absence
Please let the school office know each day your child is absent from school by calling 01789 293412 and leaving a message. You may also email parents3002@welearn365.com. You do not need to contact us daily if your child is sick. Absences for sickness 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) nor for COVID absences.
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: parents3002@welearn365.com.
Fitt4Kids before and after school clubs
If you are interested in more information or signing up to Fitt4Kids before and after school clubs, please contact Simon directly: fitt4kids@gmail.com - 07731639980 - http://fitt4kids.org.uk/
Naming Items in school
Please ensure any items brought into school are named so they can be returned to your child if misplaced. This includes uniform, water bottles, snack and lunch boxes, etc.
Are you eligible for Free School Meals?
Do you know if you are eligible for Free School Meals and other support? To find out more, please click here to be redirected to our website.
Parents Helpline and Webchat ~ YoungMinds are the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health. This charity also offers three different services to parents and carers who are concerned about their child’s mental health, up to the age of 25. You can find out more about the Parents Helpline, Webchat and Email service here.
Important Dates to Remember
Key dates for the autumn term and the new academic year are COMING SOON! They will also be added to the website calendar. You can find information relating to term dates here and teacher led club dates here:
24-25/7/23 INSET DAYS (Children not in school)
4/9/23 2023/24 Academic Year starts
Any Friends of Alveston dates will also included in the website calendar shortly.
