Dear Parents and Carers,
We have had a fantastic first week back in school. It has been lovely to see the childrens’ smiling faces - they have worked really hard, as we all get back into the swing of school life.
Her Majesty The Queen
Buckingham Palace has announced the sad death of Her Majesty The Queen. The Chaplaincy Team led today’s assembly, as we remembered the life of our longest reigning monarch. Our prayers, thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family during this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Headteacher’s Awards
Year 1 - Alexander for excellent reading . You read fluently and made good use of expression - well done.
Year 2 - Jenson for supporting and helping a new child to settle into class. You have been kind, friendly and keen to help Dmytro become part of our new class team.
Vicka - for reading to Dmytro, both in English and then translating - amazing team player!
Year 3 - Olivia for her enthusiasm and excellent participation in class this week. Well done on your fantastic start in Year 3, Olivia!
Lily-Rose - for her thoughtful and beautifully decorated prayer for Queen Elizabeth II.
Year 4 - Baylee for being organised, listening to instructions and having a fantastic first week in Year 4 - well done!
Year 5 - Ronnie for her independent use of vocabulary to create an atmosphere with her writing.
Year 6 - Declan for his brilliant start to Year 6 where he has shown lots of independence with his work and maturity around school.
Freya for her beautiful, reflective and reverent poem for Queen Elizabeth II.
Attendance
We have had a FANTASTIC first week back and attendance has been brilliant, especially in Year 1, who have achieved 100% attendance!!
Years 3,4 & 5 also achieved 98% attendance which is a great start! We hope to see more great figures like this as the year goes on.
After School Clubs
School clubs are starting next week.
Wednesday: Years 3-6 - Basketball
Wednesday: Year 5 - Art (every fortnight - see below for further details)
Thursday: Years 1 & 2 - Multi Sports (focussing on balls skills, including Netball & Basketball)
Friday: Year 6 - Archery
Friday: Years 4, 5 & 6 - Chess
To support the rising cost of living, this term, after school clubs are being offered as a free provision. Clubs run until 4pm. Please book as soon as possible, to guarantee your child’s place. Children must book and commit to clubs for an entire term. As clubs are traditionally very popular, more than two unexplained absences may result in your child losing their place. If you would like your child to attend Chill, after their club, there is a reduced charge of £2. Your child can then attend Chill until 4:30pm. To book clubs, please download the School Gateway App. Contact the school, if you have any questions.
PE Time Table for Term 1
Reception: Tuesday & Wednesday
Year 1: Thursday
Year 2: Tuesday
Year 3: Thursday & Friday
Year 4: Monday, in addition to swimming is on Wednesday
Year 5: Tuesday & Wednesday
Year 6: Monday & Friday
PE Kit:
Plain white round neck t-shirt, with no logos
plain black sport shorts or plain black jogging bottoms or plain black leggings
Trainers or daps.
We are continuing to ask children to come to school in their PE kit, on their allocated day.
School Uniform
The children are looking super smart, as the new school year begins. A reminder of school uniform is:
Red school jumper, cardigan or fleece
Plain black/dark grey school trousers, shirt or shorts
Plain white or red polo shirt or white button up school shirt/blouse
Plain black school shoes or plain black trainers (with no coloured logos)
No jewellery, apart from stud earring, as hoops can be caught during PE and/or playtime
Please be reminded, however, that whilst we have certain expectations surrounding our uniform, parents are by no means obliged to purchase jumpers/cardigans etc showing the school logo.
We understand that with the cost of living rising rapidly, uniforms can be a worry to some parents, so unbranded school jumpers are more than acceptable as long as they are in the school colours.
If you have any ongoing concerns surrounding the cost of uniform for your child/children, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will endeavour to support you with this.
Sports Day
Sports day will be held at Filwood Fields on Friday 16th September. All children in Years 1 - 6 must come in PE kit on Friday and have a water bottle in school. Parents and carers, you are welcome to come and watch your child in the running races and jumping and throwing challenges. Please remain outside of the white barrier when watching.
Y1, Y2 and Y3 sports day will be 9:15 - 10:15
Y4, Y5, and Y6 sports day will be 11:15 - 12:15
The event is weather permitting - if it looks like it will rain, we will cancel it.
Secondary School Admissions - September 2023
If you have a child in Year 6, you will be able to apply for their Secondary School place from Monday 12th September. You can do this by visiting https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/schools-learning-and-early-years/school-admissions/secondary-admissions/secondary-apply
The deadline for applications is 31st October - If you do not apply by this time, your child may not be accepted at their first choice school.
If you need support with completing an application, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Drop off/Pick Up Areas
Please be reminded that as your child enters a new year group, the arrangements for where they need to be dropped off in the morning and collected at the end of the day may have changed.
Arrangements for this school year will be as follows:
Reception, Year 1, Year 2 & Year 6 - To be dropped off and collected at the front of the school building
Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5 - To be dropped off and collected through the back entrance of the school accessed via the lane
If for any reason your child needs to be collected, or dropped off at an alternative entrance to those above, please contact the school office to discuss arrangements.
Free School Meals
As your child enters a new year group, please be aware that there may be some changes surrounding their Free School Meal entitlement.
Children from Reception - Year 2 are automatically entitled to Universal Free School Meals
If your child is moving from Year 2 -to Year 3, please be aware that they are no longer entitled to Universal Free School Meals and you may need to start paying for school meals. If you are unsure if your child is entitled to Free School Meals, please speak with Miss Morse in the school office who will be able to confirm this for you.
If you think your child may be eligible for Free School Meals, please visit https://parent.bristol.gov.uk/web/portal/pages/parents/travel-and-free-school-meals to apply.
Barton Camp 2022 - Year 3 and Year 4
As you know, Barton Camp will be taking place in a few short weeks. Please be reminded that payment for camp needs to be made by Friday 9th September. We are also still awaiting a number of permission slips - if you have not yet returned yours, please do so as soon as possible. Further information will be sent home with children next week.
Medication
If your child requires medication that needs to be taken during the school day, please remember to send this into school with your child on Monday. Please ensure all medication is in it’s original container and clearly labelled with your child’s name.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 16th September - Sports Day
Thursday 22nd September - Year 3/4 Barton Camp
Monday 17th October - INSET Day (school closed)
Friday 21st October - End of Term 1
Monday 31st October - Start of Term 2
Friday 16th December - End of Term 2
Tuesday 3rd January - Start of Term 3
Friday 10th February - End of Term 3
Monday 20th February - Start of Term 4
Friday 31st March - End of Term 4
Monday 17th April - Start of Term 5
Friday 26th May - End of Term 5
Monday 5th June - Start of Term 6
Friday 21st July - End of School Year
Have a relaxing weekend.
Tim Purser
Deputy Headteacher
