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
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
