Dear Parents/Carers,

Next Term’s Curriculum

Here are the key topics children will be learning about next term. Please encourage your child to learn about these at home:

New ‘Tech Team’ Club for Year 6

Ever think a mousetrap could power a car? Well, that’s exactly what our new ‘Tech Team’ will be building here in school.  The team will start by building the base, then add the mousetraps power and then see it race off into the distance!

The team will experiment with the gears and other unique build components to allow the best build racer to go farther, faster or pull heavy weights.   They will be applying the science of kinetic and potential energy, simple machines and friction as they design, construct and even reengineer the ultimate mousetrap vehicle!

This club will be for Year 6 and will start on Thursday 9th January from 3.15pm - 4.00pm.  If you child would like to join this club please let the school office know.

Christmas Events

The children's christmas plays will be on the following dates:-

• Juniors Christmas Service - Monday 16th December @ 2.00pm
• Infants Christmas Play - Tuesday 17th December @ 2.00pm

Head Lice

Please check your child’s hair for head lice over the weekend. Everyone must check and treat if we are to be free of head lice. Even if your child shows no signs of head lice ie scratching their hair, please still check. Thank you.

Attendance

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 3 - 99%
• Year 5 - 97%

This means that Year 3  will have a non uniform day on the 20th December.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception and Year 3. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

16th December - Junior Christmas Service @ 2pm
17th December - Infants Christmas Play @ 2pm
18th December - Christmas Lunch
6th January - INSET Day
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
5th March - World Book Day
13th March - Red Nose Day
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
6th July - INSET Day
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Public consultation on proposed housing developments in Knowle West

The council's new build development programme has provided over 100 new homes so far in the city. The next phase will see a number of proposals being brought forward for South Bristol, including sites in Knowle West.

These will provide new council homes as well as other types of housing, including shared ownership, private sale and community-led projects. The intention is to build a mix of housing which helps meet local demand.

Our first consultation events will provide an overview of the projects and give you a chance to feedback on three specific sites:

• The old cinema, Filwood Broadway
• Leinster Avenue (next to Knowle DGE Academy)
• Kingswear Road

Two public drop-in sessions will be held on Thursday 5 December 2019 and representatives from the council and the consultant teams will be available to answer your questions.

• Dance studio, Filwood Community Centre from 2-4pm
• Main studio, Knowle West Media Centre from 5-7pm

Consultation materials will also be displayed at The Park, Knowle West Media Centre, Filwood Community Centre, re:store & local libraries and at www.bristol.gov.uk/housing/new-council-homes from 5 December.

New ‘Tech Team’ Club for Year 6

Ever think a mousetrap could power a car? Well, that’s exactly what our new ‘Tech Team’ will be building here in school.  The team will start by building the base, then add the mousetraps power and then see it race off into the distance!

The team will experiment with the gears and other unique build components to allow the best build racer to go farther, faster or pull heavy weights.   They will be applying the science of kinetic and potential energy, simple machines and friction as they design, construct and even reengineer the ultimate mousetrap vehicle!

This club will be for Year 6 and will start on Thursday 9th January from 3.15pm - 4.00pm.  If you child would like to join this club please let the school office know.

Christmas Events

The children's christmas plays will be on the following dates:-

• Juniors Christmas Service - Monday 16th December @ 2.00pm
• Infants Christmas Play - Tuesday 17th December @ 2.00pm

Chill Time ‘Klub’

The last Chill Time ‘Klub’ for this year will be on WEDNESDAY 18th DECEMBER.

To celebrate the last Chill Time ‘Klub’ it will be christmas themed.  Please book and pay in advance if you would like your child to join the christmas chill time ‘klub’, we need to know the number of children who will be attending for staffing - there will be limited spaces.

Christmas Jumper Day

Christmas Jumper Day is an annual charity event, it is held on December 13th, with 100% of proceeds going to the charity 'Save the Children'.   A suggested donation of £1 per family will be welcomed.

School Uniform

A reminder that children should not be wearing leggings or tracksuit bottoms.  Earrings can be worn as long as they are just simple stud earrings.

Attendance

Attendance this week 97%
Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Reception - 98%
• Year 3 - 99%
• Year 4 - 99%

This means that Year 3 and 4 will have a non uniform day on the 6th December.

Headteacher’s Awards

Monday’s Headteacher’s awards will go to:  Amber P (Y1), Josiah (Y2), Bernice (Y3), Rubyleigh (Y5) and Lewis and Gabie (Y6)

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception and Year 3. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

9th December - Flu Jabs
13th December - Christmas Jumper Day
16th December - Junior Christmas Service @ 2pm
17th December - Infants Christmas Play @ 2pm
18th December - Christmas Lunch
6th January - INSET Day
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
5th March - World Book Day
13th March - Red Nose Day
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
6th July - INSET Day
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Christmas Events

The children's Christmas events will be on the following dates:-

• Juniors Christmas Service - Monday 16th December @ 2.00pm
• Infants Christmas Play - Tuesday 17th December @ 2.00pm

Chill Time ‘Klub’

The last Chill Time ‘Klub’ for this year will be on WEDNESDAY 18th DECEMBER.

To celebrate the last Chill Time ‘Klub’ it will be christmas themed.  Please book and pay in advance if you would like your child to join the christmas chill time ‘klub’, we need to know the number of children who will be attending for staffing - there will be limited spaces.

Christmas Jumper Day

Christmas Jumper Day will be celebrated on Friday 13th December.

School Uniform

A reminder that children should not be wearing leggings or tracksuit bottoms.  Earrings can be worn as long as they are just simple stud earrings.

Attendance

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 5 - 100%
• Year 6 - 98%

This means that Year 5 will have a non uniform day on the 29th November.

Headteacher’s Awards

Monday’s Headteacher’s awards will go to:  Rocco (YR), Fritzhie (Y1), Freddie (Y2), Leah (Y3), Millie (Y4), Emmanuel and Hollie-Jade (Y5) and Megan (Y6)

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

• 9th December - Flu Jabs
• 13th December - Christmas Jumper Day
• 16th December - Junior Christmas Service @ 2pm
• 17th December - Infants Christmas Play @ 2pm
• 18th December - Christmas Lunch
• 6th January - INSET Day
• 23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
• 30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre 
• 17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
• 5th March - World Book Day
• 13th March - Red Nose Day
• 6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
• 25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
• 6th July - INSET Day
• 20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Attendance this week

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 4 - 97%
• Year 5 - 100%

This means that Year 5 will have a non uniform day on the 22nd November.

Headteacher’s Awards

Monday’s Headteacher’s awards are focussing on empathy and will go to: Lyla (YR), Toby & Lynsay (Y1), Isobel (Y2), Tianna (Y3), Adi & Miley (Y4), Ellis (Y5), & Jonathan, Terry & Angleos (Y6)

Anti-Bullying Week

This week, all children have been learning about how to identify bullying and what to do when it happens.

I thought this would be a good opportunity to remind you all that the school's behaviour policy defines bullying as –

Persistent and deliberate undermining of a person’s self-esteem and feelings of well-being in whatever form this takes.

Should an incident occur, which is perceived to be bullying, we encourage all children to tell their teacher. The incident will then be swiftly investigated, recorded and appropriate action will be taken. If a child comes home feeling the situation has not been resolved, parents need to inform the class teacher immediately. If after talking to the class teacher, the situation has not improved, please make an appointment to discuss the matter with a member of the Senior Leadership Team. They will investigate fully, record all relevant information and take appropriate action. If parents still feel the issue has not been resolved satisfactorily, finally the School Governors should then be contacted.

At School, we will not tolerate bullying of any kind.

As you will all know, there are times when children have problems with relationships and although possibly upsetting, this is usually not bullying.

Dealing with a Problem

If parents have any problems regarding their child, they are always advised to see the class teacher. For an adult to talk to another parent or somebody else’s child about a concern they have, can often make matters worse.

Inset Days

The following Inset Days have been arranged:-

• Monday - 6th January 2020
• Monday - 6th July 2020
• Monday - 20th July 2020

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

9th December - Flu Jabs
13th December - Christmas Jumper Day
18th December - Christmas Lunch
6th January - INSET Day
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
5th March - World Book Day
13th March - Red Nose Day
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
6th July - INSET Day
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Odd Socks Day

We are celebrating odd sock day on Tuesday 12th November as part of Anti-Bullying Week.  Children should wear odd socks as an opportunity to encourage people to express themselves and celebrate their individuality and what makes us all unique!

Children’s School Health and Safety Team

At School of Christ the King, we value all our children’s opinions, and this is why we are setting up a new Health and Safety Team to improve health and safety awareness and help make our school a safer and happier place. We believe that children enjoy being given responsibilities, and we also believe that children need to appreciate the importance of making their own decisions.

The team will meet on a regularly with health and safety expert Ray Connolly, who is also a school governor (Ray is a member of IOSH, the health and safety body in England).

The club will start as an after-school club on a Thursday from 3.15-4pm for Years 5 and 6.  This club will start after the school half term.  If you child is interested please speak to the school office.

Attendance

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 4 - 99%

This means that Year 4 will have a non uniform day on the 8th November.

Leave of Absence During Term Time

We must remind all parents that the Headteacher CANNOT authorise any leave of absence during term time unless for exceptional circumstances.  Any requests must be made in writing on a form available from the school office and must be made at least ten days before the leave is due to commence.  Any leave taken that has not been considered exceptional will be recorded as unauthorised.  There will be two unauthorised absences recorded for each day - morning and afternoon.  If there are eight or more unauthorised absences recorded within a ten week period, the school can issue a penalty notice.  This will be £60 per child for each parent, meaning a possible penalty charge of £120 per child.

We appreciate that holidays taken during term time can be much cheaper than those taken during the school holidays but we have a legal responsibility to ensure that every child is attending school and receiving their education.

Inset Days

The following Inset Days have been arranged:-

• Monday - 6th January 2020
• Monday - 6th July 2020
• Monday - 20th July 2020

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
13th November - Chaplaincy Commissioning - Clifton Cathedral School
11th - 15th November - Anti-bullying week
12th November - Odd Socks Day
9th December - Flu Jabs
6th January - INSET Day
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
6th July - INSET Day
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Filwood Library Drop-in - Saturday 26th October 10am-2pm

This event is a chance to:

• find out the ideas that have been suggested for Filwood library
• offer your own suggestions
• meet the Friends of the library

Also, the local councillor has been successful in getting funding for new play equipment for Filwood Library. We’d like to know what sort of thing you and your family would like to see there eg. educational/role-play toys. If you’ve got any ideas/would like to have your say at a library event, please contact: frances.coates@kwalliance.co.uk

Improve your times tables with Timestables Rockstars (TTRS)!

To support your child in improving their timetables we encourage that all children practice over the holiday using Timestables Rockstars - www.play.ttrockstars.com

Who will be the most improved in each Year Group?

Not only will there be an award for the Rock Hero with the most points but also the most improved.
Don't forget that your children can also use the DoodleMaths programme to improve all areas of their Maths learning.

The children have passwords for both programmes.

Bristol Family Cycling Centre Half Term Activities!

This half term our timetable has ‘Learn to Ride’ sessions for new cyclists, ‘Open’ sessions for confident cyclists and if you identify as disabled then our ‘Disability’ sessions might be for you! We are also running Bikeability courses and BMX sessions. The centre is situated in Hengrove (BS14 0XA) next to Action Indoor Sports.

• T. 01275 832 800
• E. cyclingcentre@bristol.gov.uk
• FB. @familycyclingcentre

Winston’s Wish

Winston’s Wish is collaborating with Grief Encounters Southwest to host an art exhibition with the theme #Lost4Words for Children’s Grief Awareness Week (15th – 22nd November).

Often children and adults are lost for words when it comes to talking about grief.

Children’s School Health and Safety Team

At School of Christ the King, we value all our children’s opinions, and this is why we are setting up a new Health and Safety Team to improve health and safety awareness and help make our school a safer and happier place. We believe that children enjoy being given responsibilities, and we also believe that children need to appreciate the importance of making their own decisions.

The team will meet on a regularly with health and safety expert Ray Connolly, who is also a school governor (Ray is a member of IOSH, the health and safety body in England).

The club will start as an after-school club on a Thursday from 3.15-4pm for Years 5 and 6.  This club will start after the school half term.  If you child is interested please speak to the school office.

Attendance

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 4 - 99%

This means that Year 4 will have a non uniform day on the 8th November.

First Holy Communion

There will be a very important meeting for the parents who are interested in their child joining the First Holy Communion programme for 2019-2020 in the parish of Christ the King.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday 23rd October at 5:30pm in the ‘Romero Room’ which is behind Christ the King church and can be accessed from the lane beside the school or through the church.

The first meeting for the children will be on 4th November  at 3:45pm - 4:45pm in the school, followed by a 10:00am mass on Sunday 10th November in the church.

Inset Days

The following Inset Days have been arranged:-

• Monday - 6th January 2020
• Monday - 6th July 2020
• Monday - 20th July 2020

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Secondary School Applications:

Year 6 pupils need to apply for Secondary school by the 31st October.

Please see: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/schools-learning-early-years/secondary-admissions 
For more information please contact Mrs Selway or Mrs Jordan for support with the application process.

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
13th November - Chaplaincy Commissioning - Clifton Cathedral School
11th - 15th November - Anti-bullying week
12th November - Odd Socks Day
9th December - Flu Jabs
6th January - INSET Day
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
6th July - INSET Day
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Attendance

Attendance this week -
Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 4 - 98%

First Holy Communion

There will be a very important meeting for the parents who are interested in their child joining the First Holy Communion programme for 2019-2020 in the parish of Christ the King.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday 23rd October at 5:30pm in the ‘Romero room’ which is behind the Christ the King church and can be accessed from the lane beside the school or through the church.

The first meeting for the children will be on 4th November  at 4:00pm - 5.00pm in the school, followed by a 10:00am mass on Sunday 10th November in the church.

Consultation on Admission Policy 2021/22

The governing body are consulting on new proposed admission arrangements for the 2021-22 school year. You are invited to provide any comments you may wish for consideration on the proposed arrangements by 9 December 2019. Final arrangements will be determined by 28 February 2020.

Comments should be sent to Miss Roberts at christ.the.king.p@bristol-schools.uk

You can read the proposed admission arrangements on the school website www.ctk.education

School Clubs

The school clubs will begin after the half term.  Letters have been sent home with your child.
The clubs will finish on Friday 6th December and will start again on Monday 13th January 2020.

Please also remember that we have Chill Time ‘Klub’ running every day from 3:15-4:30pm at a charge of £3.50

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.
Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Young Carers

We are looking into how we can further support any pupils who may be classed as 'Young Carers'. This means children who are regularly involved in caring for others - for example supporting a parent with mobility issues. Please contact Mrs Selway or Mrs Jordan via the school office if you think your child may be classed as a young carer.

Secondary School Applications:

Year 6 pupils need to apply for Secondary school by the 31st October.

Please see: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/schools-learning-early-years/secondary-admissions 
For more information please contact Mrs Selway or Mrs Jordan for support with the application process.

Pupil Places Available
The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 21st October are: Megan (YR), Angelica (Y1), Reggie (Y2), Pamadou (Y3), Emily Z (Y4), Isabel (Y5), Evie-Rose and Angelos (Y6).

Key dates

• 25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
• 28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
• 13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
• 11th - 15th November - Anti-bullying week
• 12th November - Odd Socks Day
• 9th December - Flu Jabs
• 23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
• 30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre 
• 17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
• 6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
• 25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
• 20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,



Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Big Breakfast

Big Breakfast Week is being celebrated across the city from 14th October to 18th October.  On Monday 14th October we will have a chef joining our team to prepare breakfast.  Therefore, on Monday 14th October, breakfast club will open at 7.45am.  Everyone is welcome, please just come along with your £1.00.

Lost Property

There are a lot of items in the lost property box.  This will be displayed in the school hall at Parents’ Evening.

Parents’ Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents’ Evening appointments have been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October.

Attendance

Excellent attendance this week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Reception - 97%
• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 4 - 97%

School Clubs

The school clubs will begin after the half term.  Detailed below are the clubs that are available for your child to attend, if they wish.

 
The clubs will finish on Friday 6th December and will start again on Monday 13th January 2020.

Unless stated, all after school clubs run from 3:15-4pm.
Lunchtime clubs run from 12:30-1pm.

Please also remember that we have Chill Time ‘Klub’ running every day from 3:15-4:30pm at a charge of £3.50

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Ongoing safety update

A reminder that the following information can be found via the school website (www.ctk.education):
The CTK Safeguarding Team.

• NSPCC - Speak out. Stay Safe.
• Childline
• Domestic abuse advice
• Internet safety
• First Response contact details 

Young Carers

We are looking into how we can further support any pupils who may be classed as 'Young Carers'. This means children who are regularly involved in caring for others - for example supporting a parent with mobility issues. Please contact Mrs Selway or Mrs Jordan via the school office if you think your child may be classed as a young carer.

Secondary School Applications

Year 6 pupils need to apply for Secondary school by the 31st October.
Please see: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/schools-learning-early-years/secondary-admissions 

For more information and please contact Mrs Selway or Mrs Jordan for support with the application process.

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 14th October are: William (YR), Victor (Y1), Freya (Y2), Awele and Cheyenne (Y3), William  (Y4), Jazleen and Ellis (Y5) Mikolaj and Jonathan (Y6).

Key dates

15th October - Year 2 to Westonbirt
15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
9th December - Flu Jabs
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,


Matt Condon
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Parents Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents Evening has been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October. To make an appointment please telephone the school office on 01179664844.  This is a very important opportunity for parents and carers to find out how their children are doing in school. Appointments will be allocated if no arrangements are made. 

Attendance

Excellent attendance this week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 2 - 99%
• Year 3 - 99%
• Year 4 - 97%
• Year 5 - 98%

This means that Year 2 and Year 3 has non-uniform on Friday 11th October 

Change of Season!

Now that we are in October, the weather is gradually getting colder.  Please can we remind you that it is important that children wear a coat to school - please ensure that the coat has your child’s name in it.

At this time of year, children will often have sore throats, coughs etc.  Please remember that school can administer calpol to your child. 

Big Breakfast

Big Breakfast week is being celebrated across the city from 14th October to 18th October.  On Monday 14th October we will have a chef joining our team to prepare breakfast.  Therefore, on Monday 14th October breakfast club will open at 7.45am.  Everyone is welcome, please just come along with your £1.00.

School Clubs

The school clubs will begin after the half term.  Detailed below are the clubs that are available for your child to attend, if they wish.  

Letters will be sent home next week so that children can sign up for the club they wish to attend.

The clubs will finish on Friday 6th December and will start again on Monday 13th January 2020.

Please also remember that we have Chill Time ‘Klub’ running everyday from 3:15-4:30pm at a charge of £3.50

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Ongoing safety updates

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 7th October are: Bella (YR), Toby (Y1), Ronnie (Y2), Jaiden (Y3), Chris and Cody W (Y4), Imogen (Y5) and Noella and Ella (Y6).

Secondary School Applications for a New Year 7 place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2008 and 31 August 2009  you'll need to  apply for a new year 7 places for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Thursday 31 October 2019.

Online - apply online from Thursday 12 September for a new year 7 place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk 

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

• 10th October- Year 6 to London 
• 15th October - Year 2 to Westonbirt
• 15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
• 25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
• 28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
• 13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
• 9th December - Flu Jabs
• 23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
• 30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre 
• 17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
• 6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
• 25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
• 20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,

Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Attendance

Excellent attendance this week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 1 - 97%
• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 3 - 100%
• Year 4 - 98%
• Year 5 - 97%
• Year 6 - 98%

This means that Year 3 has non-uniform on Friday 4th October

Census Day - Thursday 3rd October

On Thursday 3rd October the Government will be running a Census day where we have to report on the number of children within the school.  As part of this Census the government like to know the number of children who ate a hot school meal as it contributes towards our funding budget.

THIS MEANS - THE MORE CHILDREN WHO HAVE SCHOOL DINNERS = MORE MORE MONEY FOR THE SCHOOL

We have therefore changed the hot menu choice for that day to the following, with the hope that you child will consume a hot lunch:-

• Fish fingers, baked beans, peas and chips with jelly and ice cream for dessert.

We will also be holding a lucky plate competition where your child might win a prize if they have a school meal on this day.

Tobacco Factory drama at Filwood Community Centre

The Tobacco Factory has started running drama classes at the Filwood Community Centre in Knowle West – every Tuesday from 6pm to 7.30pm.

Parent Helpers for School Trips

We would like to create a small team of parents who are available to help out with school trips. We would offer some simple training and a full DBS clearance to ensure safety. Parent volunteers would not necessarily be on trips with their own child’s class but would have a great opportunity to support the school and our children. Please contact the school office if you are interested.

Leave of Absence During Term Time

We must remind all parents that the Headteacher CANNOT authorise any leave of absence during term time unless for exceptional circumstances.  Any requests must be made in writing on a form available from the school office and must be made at least ten days before the leave is due to commence.  Any leave taken that has not been considered exceptional will be recorded as unauthorised.  There will be two unauthorised absences recorded for each day - morning and afternoon.  If there are eight or more unauthorised absences recorded within a ten week period, the school can issue a penalty notice.  This will be £60 per child for each parent, meaning a possible penalty charge of £120 per child.

We appreciate that holidays taken during term time can be much cheaper than those taken during the school holidays but we have a legal responsibility to ensure that every child is attending school and receiving their education.

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Ongoing safety updates

Over the next few weeks we will be publishing regular safety update.  Each newsletter will include links to guidance on a range of issues which parents can read at home.  Obviously, if any issues are raised or you have any questions please have a chat with Jo Selway or Matt Condon on the school gates.

This week -

First Response - If you have concern about the wellbeing of a child or young person

First Response - 01179036444

www.bristol.gov.uk/firstresponse

Anyone can ring First Response if they are concerned about a child or young person or if they think they need support.

First Response can help in different ways including:

• Providing information, advice and guidance about services to help families
• Making a referral to the Early Help team who can provide support to children, young people and families
• Making a referral a social work team.

Together we’ll make sure the help we provide is the right help.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 30th September are: Ollie (Y1), Azora (Y2), Merit (Y3), Gabriel (Y4), Mimi (Y5)and Gracie S (Y6).

After-School Clubs

Multisports for Year 3 & 4 and Years 5 & 6 has started.  Years 3 & 4 is every Thursday and Years 5 & 6 every Friday.  Your child needs to pay at £1.00 to the school office each week if they wish to attend.
There are more after school clubs starting and soon and information will be published in next week’s newsletter.

Parents Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents Evening has been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October. If you would like to make an appointment please telephone the school office on 01179664844.

Secondary School Applications for a New Year 7 place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2008 and 31 August 2009  you'll need to  apply for a new year 7 place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Thursday 31 October 2019.

Online - apply online from Thursday 12 September for a new year 7 place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available
The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

1st October - CHILL TIME KLUB - cancelled
2nd October - Year 2 visit from the Fire Brigade
4th October - Year 6 to Create Centre
10th October- Year 6 to London
15th October - Year 2 to Westonbirt
15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon, Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Friday Morning Coffee Time

Mrs Selway is now hosting informal drop-in sessions each Friday morning. This time will enable parents/carers to meet up and perhaps seek support and advice. Mrs Selway can offer advice and also provide links to other organisations who offer support. If you have a worry of any kind, or just would like to have a chat with other parents and carers  - pop in!

Lent Fundraising

The school donated £500 from the Lent money to the homelessnes charity Shelter.   We have received the following comment from Shelter and wanted to share this with you and to say thank you for your generosity.

“Just want to say a massive thank you to School of Christ the King, who has helped to raise £500 for Shelter. Amazing!”

Parent Helpers for School Trips

We would like to create a small team of parents who are available to help out with school trips. We would offer some simple training and a full DBS clearance to ensure safety. Parent volunteers would not necessarily be on trips with their own child’s class but would have a great opportunity to support the school and our children. Please contact the school office if you are interested.

Leave of Absence During Term Time

We must remind all parents that the Headteacher CANNOT authorise any leave of absence during term time unless for exceptional circumstances. 

Any requests must be made in writing on a form available from the school office and must be made at least ten days before the leave is due to commence.  Any leave taken that has not been considered exceptional will be recorded as unauthorised.  There will be two unauthorised absences recorded for each day - morning and afternoon.  If there are eight or more unauthorised absences recorded within a ten week period, the school can issue a penalty notice.  This will be £60 per child for each parent, meaning a possible penalty charge of £120 per child.

We appreciate that holidays taken during term time can be much cheaper than those taken during the school holidays but we have a legal responsibility to ensure that every child is attending school and receiving their education.

Ongoing safety updates

Over the next few weeks we will be publishing regular safety update.  Each newsletter will include links to guidance on a range of issues which parents can read at home.  Obviously, if any issues are raised or you have any questions please have a chat with Jo Selway or Matt Condon on the school gates.

Dealing with Problems

If parents have any problems regarding their child, they are always advised to see the class teacher. Alternatively you can always speak to Mrs Selway or myself on the front gate, or speak to the team in the office who will find the right person to help.

Recently we have had problems being shared on Facebook that have not been shared with the school. If we are told what you are worried about, we will always do our best to address your concerns.

Attendance

This week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 3 - 99%
• Year 4 - 98%

This means that Year 3 has non-uniform on Friday 27th September.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 23rd September are: Amber L and David (Y1), Leighton and Kaye (Y2), Aaliyah (Y3), Chloe (Y4), Layla, Olly and Anya (Y5) Kezia and Chiebuka (Y6).

After-School Clubs

Multisports for Year 3 & 4 and Years 5 & 6 has started.  Years 3 & 4 is every Thursday and Years 5 & 6 every Friday.  Your child needs to pay at £1.00 to the school office each week if they wish to attend.
There are more after school clubs starting and soon and information will be published in the newsletter.

Census Day - Thursday 3rd October

On Thursday 3rd October the Government will be running a Census day where we have to report on the number of children within the school.  As part of this Census the government like to know the number of children who ate a hot school meal as it contributes towards our funding budget.

THIS MEANS - THE MORE CHILDREN WHO HAVE SCHOOL DINNERS = MORE MORE MONEY FOR THE SCHOOL

We have therefore changed the hot menu choice for that day to the following, with the hope that you child will consume a hot lunch:-

Fish fingers, baked beans, peas and chips with jelly and ice cream for dessert.

We will also be holding a lucky plate competition where your child might win a prize if they have a school meal on this day.

Parents Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents Evening has been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October. If you would like to make an appointment please telephone the school office on 01179664844.

Secondary School Applications for a New Year 7 place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2008 and 31 August 2009  you'll need to  apply for a new year 7 place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Thursday 31 October 2019.

Online - apply online from Thursday 12 September for a new year 7 place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Primary School Applications for a New Reception Place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

27th September - Year 5 to visit ‘We the Curious’
1st October - CHILL TIME KLUB - cancelled
2nd October - Year 2 visit from the Fire Brigade
4th October - Year 6 to Create Centre
15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
13th November - Year 3 & 5 visit to the Cinema
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday
       

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon, Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Nut Allergies

If your child has a nut allergy, please contact the school office so that we can take appropriate precautions.

Attendance

This week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:

• Year 4 - 99%
• Year 6 - 99%

This means Year 4 and Year 6 will have a special non uniform day on Friday 20th September.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 16th September are: Leo and Liliana (Y1), Emily (Y2), Benji and Angelina (Y3), Kaya and Gabriel(Y4), Hollie s and Jayden (Y5) Megan and Bosadee(Y6).

After-School Clubs

Multisports for Year 3 & 4 and Years 5 & 6 has started.  Years 3 & 4 is every Thursday and Years 5 & 6 every Friday.  Your child needs to pay at £1.00 to the school office each week if they wish to attend.
There are more after school clubs starting and soon and information will be published in the newsletter.

Census Day - Thursday 3rd October

On Thursday 3rd October the Government will be running a Census day where we have to report on the number of children within the school.  As part of this Census the government like to know the number of children who ate a hot school meal as it contributes towards our funding budget.

THIS MEANS - THE MORE CHILDREN WHO HAVE SCHOOL DINNERS = MORE MORE MONEY FOR THE SCHOOL

We have therefore changed the hot menu choice for that day to the following, with the hope that you child will consume a hot lunch:-

Fish fingers, baked beans, peas and chips with jelly and ice cream for dessert.  We will also be holding a lucky plate competition where your child might win a prize if they have a school meal on this day.

Parent Governor Vacancy

As I am sure you are aware, all schools have a Governing Body who support the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team in their endeavours to make this school an outstanding establishment where all children thrive.

We now have a vacancy on our Governing Body for a Parent Governor.  All parents are eligible to apply for this voluntary role and we would ask you to contact the school office if you would like your name to be put forward.

Meetings are termly and  run from 3:30 to 5:30pm.   An interest in the school and finding out more about the way that the school is managed is the first consideration and if you have any specific skills with budgets or experience with staffing issues you would be particularly welcome.

If you would like further information please speak to Miss Roberts in the office who will either be able to help you or will put you in touch with the Clerk to the Governors to answer any specific questions. Alternatively just come and have a chat with me about the role at the school gates.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Filwood Cinema / Bingo Hall - Demolition

You may be aware of the plans to undertake asbestos removal and demolition of the local cinema building due to its ongoing dilapidation and deterioration.   Demolition work is due to start w/c 2nd September and asbestos removal should be completed by Christmas 2019.  The work will be completed safely and will not affect children or parents when attending school.

Parents Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents Evening has been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October.   Please telephone the school office to make an appointment.  If you would like to make an appointment please telephone the school office on 01179664844.

Secondary School - Applications for a New Year 7 place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2008 and 31 August 2009  you'll need to  apply for a new year 7 places for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Thursday 31 October 2019.

Online - Apply online from Thursday12 September for a new year 7 place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Primary School - Applications for a new reception place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - Apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

27th September - Year 5 to visit We the Curious
2nd October - Year 2 visit from the Fire Brigade
4th October - Year 6 to Create Centre
15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
25th October - School Photographer (new Company)
28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
13th November - Year 3 & 6 to visit the Cinema
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday
       

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Thank you all for a wonderful start to the new school year!

We hope you all had a really good summer break and it was great to see all the children today looking smart in their school uniforms and with most children arriving at school by 8.50am, ready for learning.

Attendance

Term 6 100% Attendance - 

As you are aware, each term we have a 100% attendance presentation when each class will have a special draw where children can win a new storybook. We enter all children with 100% attendance and who have no more than 2 late arrivals to school. The next attendance assembly will be on Wednesday 11th September.

Children who had 100% attendance in Term 6 will also be able to wear non-uniform on this day.

This week -

Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97% this week:
Year 2 - 99%
Year 4 - 97%

This means Year 2 will have a special non uniform day on Friday 13th September.

Head teacher awards

The Headteacher awards for Monday 9th September are:  Justin (Y1), Frankie (Y2), Benji HH (Y3), Archie (Y4), Patrick (Y5) and Kash and Lewis (Y6).

After-School Clubs

There are a range of after school clubs starting and information will be published in the newsletter.
Multisports for Year 3 & 4 and Years 5 & 6 started this week.  Years 3 & 4 is every Thursday and Years 5 & 6 every Friday.  Your child needs to pay at £1.00 to the school office each week if they wish to attend.

Parent Governor Vacancy

As I am sure you are aware, all schools have a Governing Body who support the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team in their endeavours to make this school an outstanding establishment where all children thrive.

We now have a vacancy on our Governing Body for a Parent Governor.  All parents are eligible to apply for this voluntary role and we would ask you to contact the school office if you would like your name to be put forward.

Meetings are termly and  run from 3:30 to 5:30pm.   An interest in the school and finding out more about the way that the school is managed is the first consideration and if you have any specific skills with budgets or experience with staffing issues you would be particularly welcome.

If you would like further information please speak to Miss Roberts in the office who will either be able to help you or will put you in touch with the Clerk to the Governors to answer any specific questions. Alternatively just come and have a chat with me about the role at the school gates.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Filwood Cinema / Bingo Hall - Demolition

You may be aware of the plans to undertake asbestos removal and demolition of the local cinema building due to its onoging dilapidation and deterioration.   Demolition work is due to start w/c 2nd September and asbestos removal should be completed by Christmas 2019.  The work will be completed safely and will not affect children or parents when attending school.

Parents Evening 15th & 16th October 2019

Parents Evening has been arranged for Tuesday and Wednesday 15th and 16th October.   Please telephone the school office to make an appointment.  If you would like to make an appointment please telephone the school office on 01179664844.

Secondary School - Applications for a New Year 7 place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2008 and 31 August 2009  you'll need to  apply for a new year 7 places for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Thursday 31 October 2019.

Online - Apply online from Thursday12 September for a new year 7 place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Primary School - Applications for a new reception place for September 2020

If your child was born between 1 September 2015 and 31 August 2016 you'll need to  apply for a new reception school place for September 2020. You can apply from Thursday 12 September.  You'll need to apply by Wednesday 15 January 2020.

Online - Apply online from 12 September for a reception place for Sept 2020 at www.bristol.gov.uk

Our Safeguarding Team

If you have any concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please speak to a member of our Safeguarding Team:




Pupil Places Available

The school is almost full but we do have some space available in Reception, Year 3 and 6. If you know somebody who might need a school place, please ask them to contact the school office.

Key dates

12th and 13th September   - Year 3 and Year 4 to Barton Camp
2nd October - Year 2 visit from the Fire Brigade
4th October - Year 6 to Create Centre
15th and 16th October - Parents Evening
28th October - 1st November - School Holiday
23rd December - 3rd January - School Holiday
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre
17th February - 21st February - School Holiday
6th April - 17th April - School Holiday
25th May - 29th May - School Holiday
20th July - 31st August - School Holiday
       

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon, Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Welcome to the last newsletter of this school year. The children have had another great year of learning and friendship. Can I again thank you all for your support.

Celebrating Great 100% Attendance

As you are aware, School of Christ the King is giving a high priority to improving attendance and punctuality. A number of initiatives have been implemented in the school, to raise both pupil and parent awareness of this issue and the benefits of good attendance.

Well done to the following children who got 100% attendance and were presented with a special prize today:-

Alfie, Maiella, Amelia, Grace, Aaliyah, Justin Tristian, Taylor, Chris, Jayden, Dylan, Finley, Ella, Gabby, Mikolaj, Chloe and Bradley.

Recent figures show very positive news about improvements in attendance over time. Over the last 4 years attendance has improved each year from 94.3% to 95.7%. This may not seem like a big difference, but the improvement of 1.4% means:

• Our overall attendance is now in line with national figures for primary schools.
• Attendance is now above Bristol overall attendance.
• Overall  children are in school an incredible 545 extra days extra across the year compared to 4 years ago.
• This is the same as an average of 2 ½ days of school per child compared to 4 year ago.

School Shoes

Thank you for the children looking so smart in their school uniforms this year.

As you know, children at School of Christ the King are required to wear PLAIN BLACK SHOES. Although we prefer shoes, as an alternative we do accept PLAIN BLACK TRAINERS. However recently, a number of children have been coming to school wearing black trainers with brand markings (e.g stripes or ticks). These types of footwear are not permitted in school.

We do however appreciate that parents would rather buy new school shoes ready for school in September and we are happy to bend the rules until then; as long as children return wearing PLAIN BLACK SHOES in September!

Reading during the summer

Research shows that children who read for 10 minutes a day during the summer holidays make better progress in school than those who don't read. Here are some websites to give ideas and free resources to keep your children reading through the summer, and make the start back in September easier for them:

• https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/
• www.readongeton.org.uk
• http://www.literacytrust.org.uk/free-resources
• https://www.clpe.org.uk/clpe/library/booklists
• https://www.scholastic.co.uk/piecorbett/resource

INSET (Staff Training Day) in September

The school will be closed on the first day of the new academic year (Monday 2nd September). This mean that the new school year will begin on Tuesday 3rd September.

Key dates

Monday 23rd July   - INSET Day (school closed)
Tuesday 24th July   - INSET Day (school closed)
6th August    - Summer Chill TIme ‘Klub’
13th August    - Summer Chill Time ‘Klub’
Monday 3rd September   - INSET Day (school closed) 
Tuesday 4th September   - Start of new school year
4th and 5th October   - Year 3 and Year 4 to Barton Camp
30th January - 1st February  - Year 5 Dean Field Studies Centre         

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon,
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

School Reports

Reports will be sent out to parents today. I have read all of the reports and each one  celebrates the achievement of each child. The teachers have done a tremendous job of describing each child’s success.

If you would like to discuss your child’s progress with their class teacher please telephone the school office to make an appointment after school on Wednesday 17th July.

Reading during the summer

Research shows that children who read for 10 minutes a day during the summer holidays make better progress in school than those who don't read. Here are some websites to give ideas and free resources to keep your children reading through the summer, and make a start back in September easier for them:

• https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/
• www.readongeton.org.uk
• http://www.literacytrust.org.uk/free-resources
• https://www.clpe.org.uk/clpe/library/booklists
• https://www.scholastic.co.uk/piecorbett/resources

INSET (Staff Training Day) in September

The first day of the new academic year (Monday 2nd September 2019) will be an INSET (school closed). This means that Tuesday 3rd September will be the start of the academic year for children.
Christ the King’s production of ‘ Captain Hook’s Revenge’

You are welcome to attend a choice of two performances - Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th July at 3:30pm.

Tickets are available from the office from Monday at a price of £1 per ticket, this money will be spent on new books for each class

School Sun Hats

Children can wear their own sun hats for the last week of term.  From September all children will be given a new red hat.  These hats will be individually named.

School Uniform
School uniform is already being sold in the shops.  We continue to use S & H Workwear, 98 St Johns Lane, Bedminster.

All children should be wearing the following school uniform:

• PLAIN BLACK SHOES
• grey / black trousers or skirts – no tracksuit bottoms, or leggings
• red sweatshirt or cardigan or fleece
• white / red polo shirts
• PE Kit (which is plain white t-shirt / plain black shorts and PE daps or trainers)

We all look forward to seeing the children looking their best when they return in September.

Attendance

Great attendance this week. Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97%:

• Year 1 - 99%
• Year 4 - 100%

This means that Year 1 and Year 4 will have a non uniform day on Friday 19th July.

Headteacher awards

The Head teacher awards for Monday 15th July at 9:00am are:  Amber (YR) , Kaye (Y1), Harley B (Y2), Frankie (Y3), Mimi (Y4), Harvey, Lewis and Courtnie (Y5), Colin, Frazer and Daisy (Y6).

Dates for Diaries

15th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
16th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
17th July - Year 6 Leavers Mass - 9.30am
Friday 19th July - End of school year for children
22nd & 23rd July - Inset Days (school closed)
24th July 2019 - 30th August - School Holiday
w/c 29th July - Summer Chill Time Klub
w/c 5th August - Summer Chill Time Klub
Monday 2nd September 2019 - INSET (school closed)
Tuesday 3rd September - Start of academic year for children
Thursday and Friday 12th & 13th September - Barton Camp
Friday 25th October - School Photographs
Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November - School Holiday
Monday 23rd December- Friday 3rd January - School Holiday
Wednesday, Thursday & Fri 29th - 31st Jan - Year 5 Camp to Deanfield
Monday 17th February - Friday 21st February - School Holiday
Monday 6th April - Friday 17th April - School Holiday
Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May - School Holiday
June 2020 - Year 6 Camp
Tuesday 21st July - Monday 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Christ the King’s production of ‘ Captain Hook’s Revenge’

You are welscome to attend a choide of two performaces - Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th July at 3:30pm.

Tickets are available from the office from Monday at a price of £1 per ticket, this money will be spent on new books for each class

Attendance

Great attendance this week. Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97%:
Year 4 - 100%

This means that Year 4 will have a non uniform day on Friday 12th July.

Headteacher awards

The Head teacher awards for Monday 8th July at 9:00am are:  Ivan and Jenson (YR) , Kalvin  (Y1), Angelos and Tianna (Y2), Gabriel and Ian (Y3), Hollie-Jade and Casey-Leigh (Y4), Kash and Angelos (Y5), Ruby (Y6).

Dates for Diaries

9th July - Outdoor Experience Day - Year 5 - Malverns
15th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
16th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
17th July - Year 6 Leavers Mass - 9.30am
Friday 19th July - End of school year for children
22nd & 23rd July - Inset Days (school closed)
24th July 2019 - 30th August - School Holiday
w/c 29th July - Summer Chill Time Klub
w/c 5th August - Summer Chill Time Klub
Monday 2nd September 2019 - INSET (school closed)
Tuesday 3rd September - Start of academic year for children
Thursday and Friday 12th & 13th September - Barton Camp
Friday 25th October - School Photographs
Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November - School Holiday
Monday 23rd December- Friday 3rd January - School Holiday
Wednesday, Thursday & Fri 29th - 31st Jan - Year 5 Camp to Deanfield
Monday 17th February - Friday 21st February - School Holiday
Monday 6th April - Friday 17th April - School Holiday
Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May - School Holiday
June 2020 - Year 6 Camp
Tuesday 21st July - Monday 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon
Headteacher

Dear Parents/Carers,

Book-Tastic Book Fair

Congratulations to everyone for such brilliant support at our book fair. As a result of books purchased we have managed to raise a magnificent £785.11 which will be shared between the classes and spent directly on books for your children to enjoy.

A huge thank you goes to you all for showing such commitment and interest in our children’s  learning.

Staff changes from September

As announced earlier, Mr Searle has decided to take retirement at the end of the school year.

Miss Gaunt, our Reading Recovery Teacher, will sadly be leaving us in September. We wish her luck in her new Reading Recovery role in Berkshire.

Mr Tuck, Teaching Assistant in Learning Hub 2 and Key Stage 2, is moving on to begin training as a Speech and Language Therapist.

Mrs Triggs we will be working 3 days a week from September. This means she will be sharing her teaching duties with Mrs Leaker. Mr Purser will be stepping up as acting Deputy Headteacher on the days Mrs Triggs is not in school.

Mrs Meacham (Jane), Cleaner, will be leaving on the 12th July and Miss Sheppard will be joining the cleaning team.

Here is the class teacher structure from September:

• Miss Letherby - Reception
• Mrs Rowland - Year 1
• Mrs Triggs and Mrs Leaker  - Year 2
• Miss Kingscote - Year 3
• Mr Prichard - Year 4
• Mrs Rotherham - Year 5
• Mr Purser - Year 6
• Mrs Meacham - Hub1
• Mrs Buckland - Hub2
• Mrs Peppin - Teacher in various classes

Sports Day - Wednesday 3rd July 1pm The Park, Daventry Road

The children will wear their PE kit (black/blue shorts and white t-shirt) and trainers or daps to school. All children will need a water bottle.
All the children will be walking with the staff to the Park to start at about 1pm. Once the races are finished parents/carers can collect their children and take them home from The Park. Children can only be collected by adults that usually collect them from school. 

If parents/carers are unable to attend sport’s day these children will walk back to school with staff and be ready  at 3.15pm.

If the weather is either very hot or it is raining there maybe changes to the arrangements and these will be sent by text during the morning.

Christ the King’s production of ‘ Captain Hook’s Revenge’

We are expecting a large audience and have decided that it will be performed on two occasions – Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th July at 3:30pm.

Tickets are available from the office from Monday at a price of £1 per ticket, this money will be spent on new books for each class

A reminder of cancelled clubs due to staff training

Dates of School Clubs (including Chill Time Klub) that are cancelled for Staff training:

All dates are Wednesday:-

• 10th July

Attendance

Great attendance this week. Well done to the following classes who had attendance at over 97%:

• Year 2 - 98%
• Year 5 - 98%

Headteacher awards

The Head teacher awards for Monday 1st July at 9:00am are: Victor and Liliana (YR) , Leighton and Zak (Y1), Maisie and Freddie (Y2), Charlotte and Justin (Y3), Anastasia and Freddie (Y4), Katya and Jonathan (Y5), Kallie-Anna and Tyler M (Y6).

Dates for Diaries

2nd July - Year 6 - Transition - St Bernadette Secondary School
2nd July - Outdoor Experience Day - Year 4 to Kenfig Beach
3rd July - Sports Day - 1pm
3rd July - Year 5 Sports Day at St Brendans
4th July - Year 6 - Transition - Ashton Park School
5th July - Year 6 - Transition - St Mary Redcliffe & Temple School
5th July - Year 6 Mini Market
9th July - Outdoor Experience Day - Year 5 - Malverns
15th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
16th July - Year 4 and 6 Performance @ 3.30pm
17th July - Year 6 Leavers Mass - 9.30am
Friday 19th July - End of school year for children
22nd & 23rd July - Inset Days (school closed)
24th July 2019 - 30th August - School Holiday
w/c 29th July - Summer Chill Time Klub
w/c 5th August - Summer Chill Time Klub
Monday 2nd September 2019 - INSET (school closed)
Tuesday 3rd September - Start of academic year for children
Thursday and Friday 12th & 13th September - Barton Camp
Friday 25th October - School Photographs
Monday 28th October - Friday 1st November - School Holiday
Monday 23rd December- Friday 3rd January - School Holiday
Wednesday, Thursday & Fri 29th - 31st Jan - Year 5 Camp to Deanfield
Monday 17th February - Friday 21st February - School Holiday
Monday 6th April - Friday 17th April - School Holiday
Monday 25th May - Friday 29th May - School Holiday
June 2020 - Year 6 Camp
Tuesday 21st July - Monday 31st August - School Holiday

Yours sincerely,

Matt Condon
Headteacher