It is hard to believe that we have only been back at school for 2 weeks. It has been very busy indeed:

• The ducklings were hatched successfully in Year 4 and have now gone to their new home with Mrs Joseph one of our teaching assistants.
• The contractors are working every night after the children have gone home and the new heating system is being gradually installed.  It will be wonderful to have a modern efficient heating system in school when the winter comes and the confidence that we will not lose any learning days due to heating failure or leaks.
• Year 6 pupils will be taking their SATs tests next week. We wish them all the best of luck and hope that they can demonstrate the excellent progress they have made through their hard work and determination.
• Our Ofsted inspection is imminent and we are looking forward to showing all of the improvements the school has made since the last inspection in February 2017.  You will of course be invited to share your views when the inspection takes place.
• Summer term is going to be busy, look out for letters and messages  that will keep you informed of events and activities.

The children are finding out about The Easter Story through an interactive, multi sensory trail. They are collecting items that represent parts of the story. Ask them about it when they bring their bag home.

It was lovely to welcome so many Yr1 and Yr 4 parents into school today for a school lunch with their child. The roast turkey and vegetables were well received and the Chocolate Concrete with custard was a hit with parents, reminding them of their own school dinners! One parent commented ' Most enjoyable meal, good quality food and great service. Head girl and deputy head girl were well mannered and polite. This has been a great activity.'

Another said ' It was nice to see him pick food he wouldn't normally eat at home'.

 

We look forward to seeing lots of mums and nannies at the Mothers' Day coffee morning on Friday. (Dads and grandads welcome too of course!)

A reminder that Wednesday 13th March is Parent Consultation Day. School is closed to children except for their appointment with the teacher and parent. If you have not already booked an appointment please come into school or phone the office to make one. Appointments are available from 10am until 5pm. At the meeting you will be provided with your child's Annual Record of Achievement.

Next Friday, 15th March is Comic Relief Day. Children and staff are invited to wear red clothing and/or red nose items to school. We are asking for donations of 50p to support this worthwhile charity.