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Newsletter 20th July 2006

Advance Warning
End of Term 1
Week: 23rd October - 31st October

SATs Week: Mon 14th May - Fri 18th May 2007
PRESENT YEAR 5 PARENTS:
PLEASE DO NOT BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY FOR THIS WEEK Back to top
2006 SATs Results
Congratulations must go out to all our Year 6 pupils, who achieved so well in their SATs. The results were up on last year - perhaps we should ask Ofsted to pay us another visit! As we already know, each cohort of children differs in ability and therefore results will vary. However, the focus has been on improving the children's writing skills and we did see an increase at both Level 4+ and Level 5. This was very pleasing and is a result of both school development and the children's commitment to their learning. Writing skills will continue to be a target in the coming year as we consider there is still room for further development. Well done, Year 6. Back to top
Year 6 Ball
The 'Friends' came up with this idea and carried it through from conception to completion. The children looked absolutely stunning in their evening attire. The boys looked so handsome and we had many oohs and ahhs as the girls paraded in their refinery. The dancing commenced with two waltzs, one rumba, one cha-cha cha and one samba. The disco dancing then followed on from this. Was it a successful evening? Every one is in aggreement on this one - it was an outstanding success. Year 5, you have something very special to look forward to next year. All Year 6 children will tomorrow be presented with a CD containing photographs of the children taken at the ball. Back to top
Thank You from the 'Friends'
The Friends wish to send their thanks to all our parents who have freely given their help throughout the year. It is not always possible to thank the helpers at the end of an event but their assistance is always greatly appreciated. Without the helpers, events just could not happen. Thank you. Back to top
Vacancies for Parent Governors
When we return to school in September, we will be advertising three vacancies for parent governors. We need you! If you wish to speak to any of our present governors about the role, please feel free to contact us. Back to top
Consultation Evenings / Reports
Thank you to those parents who came along to see their children's work last week. Thank you for returning the feedback sheets so promptly. In response to the many queries about the attendance sheet, the figures were calculated up to the 30th June. Any 'N's after this date, were because the absence had not been processed through the computer. By the end of term, this N will have disappeared from your child's record. The feedback sheets will be analysed before next term starts and we will report our findings back to you. Back to top
Bag2School
The 'Friends' received a cheque for £144 for collecting a total weight of 720 kg of used clothing. Well done to you all for your contributions. They are hoping to repeat this event again in the Autumn term so, if you still have unwanted clothing, start bagging! Back to top
100% attendance
We are not yet able to tell you which pupils will be receiving certificates for 100% attendance! We are aiming to be ready by tomorrow's assembly! Back to top
Last school day of the Year: 'Bad Hair Day' Friday 21st July
For our new parents 'Bad Hair Day' has now become a regular feature of the last school day of the year. This day is to be both non-uniform and bad hair. Please be generous and support 'Clic'. Last year we had some wonderful, wacky, colourful hairstyles that made for very good photo opportunities. NO SCHOOL UNIFORMS TOMORROW! Back to top
Lost Property
If you think your child may have lost clothing during the term, please have a look through the mounds of lost property which will be displayed in the Quiet Area from 8.30 a.m. onwards. We do store lost clothing until the end of the first month after a holiday but then discard it, recycle it or take it to a charity shop. Back to top
Summer Project: Diary writing
All children should have brought home their letter about this writing project and the exercise book accompanying it. Please tell us if you have not received this information. Back to top
P.E. Kit
Please ensure that from September your child has his or her P.E. kit in school every Monday morning. This way, we will avoid children repeatedly missing their P.E. sessions. Back to top
Donate-a-Book
Thank you to all the Year 6 children and leavers in other year groups who have sent in a 'Donate-a-Book'. Books can be donated right up to the last day of term. We really do appreciate these donations. Many thanks. Back to top
Reps newsletter
This will be out tomorrow - make sure you receive a copy! Back to top
Bell Boat Racing
On Saturday 15th July, Miss Mackie and Mrs Jenkins spent a very pleasant few hours on the River Avon at Tewkesbury with 8 children and a handful of parents. The sun was glorious, the company wonderful and everyone had a brilliant time.

We came 2nd in each of the two races (two boats in each race!!) but it's the taking part that counts. Back to top
Year 6 Leavers' Assembly: Friday 21st July
This will take place on Friday 21st July at 11.00 a.m. All parents are welcome to attend. Back to top
Saying Goodbye
Since the last newsletter, we have had news that two more staff will be leaving us. You have already received notice that Mrs McGregor, part of our cleaning team, is leaving us. We now have to say goodbye to Mrs Dolling, who has covered Mrs Lane's long-term illness. We are delighted that Mrs Lane is now fully recovered but are sorry that our funds do not run to keeping Mrs Dolling as well. She has been such a support to the children in Year 4 and to the Year 5 child, who receives individual support at lunchtimes. Mrs Dolling has a warm, caring nature and this, plus her people skills will be greatly missed. We wish Mrs Dolling well. Tomorrow will be a very sad day as we say goodbye to Mr Woolston, Mrs Barton, Mrs Anson, Mrs McGregor and Mrs Dolling. Back to top
And Lastly
All that remains now is to wish you all a very happy summer holiday. Please support the children with their writing project and we look forward to seeing you all on: Tuesday 5th September. Back to top
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