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Messages emailed to all parents on the day the news is published.

3 years ago
Posted on 03rd Mar 2023 by

Parent’s Evening Week

3.3.23

Dear Parent/Carers,

Many of you have already booked in your parents evening appointments.

These meetings are key, as they ensure that as parents, you are up to date on where your child is at with their learning and what you can do at home to support further progress. You are welcome to spend time before and after your consultation to look through your child’s books.

Please note however that all our classes are full or over full and therefore teachers have to be quite strict on timings. Each appointment is 10 minutes long (which is in line with all other schools). If you feel you really do need more time after this 10-minute slot you would need to arrange another meeting at a different time.

If possible, please leave pushchairs and siblings who do not attend Newdale at home. As you know, we have narrow corridors and very limited space. Please also only attend appointments for your own children. We have a duty around data protection, and it can put teachers into an awkward situation if someone is present who is not a direct family member.

 

Many thanks for your support,

Miss Cook

 

3 years ago
Posted on 02nd Mar 2023 by

Comic Relief – updated message

Red Nose Day: Friday 17th March 2023

On Red Nose Day, children will be expected to wear their school uniform but they are allowed to wear a splash of red! This could be a red nose, red socks, red ribbons in hair, a red top etc. We will not be collecting monetary donations; however, if you would like to donate to the charity, please visit https://www.comicrelief.com/rednoseday or alternatively, you can purchase a red nose from a local supermarket. During this day, children will take part in a Red Nose Day activity and find out more about the work of the charity.

3 years ago
Posted on 01st Mar 2023 by

Book Swap Shop for World Book Day

Reminder – Due to the success of our last Book Swap Day, we will once more run a second-hand book swap shop. Children who bring in a book that they no longer want can swap it on the day (books in good condition only please).  

3 years ago
Posted on 01st Mar 2023 by

Family Lunch – thank you!

1.3.23 Family Lunch

 Dear Parents/Carers,

Thank you so much for attending our Spring term family lunch. We had 316 visitors today!

The children absolutely love showing off their school to you.

A huge thank you to the admin team and of course the kitchen team for the efforts put in organising the tickets and the delicious food.

The staggered start did relieve the queue this time around and we have plans for Summer event which should make things even easier.

We look forward to seeing many of you next week at parents evening.

Regards,

Miss Cook

3 years ago
Posted on 01st Mar 2023 by

Parents’ Evening – next week

Parents’ Evening WC 06.03.23

Dear Parents/Carers,

As you know it is parents’ evening next week. If you have not already booked your appointment, please do so via our online booking system: https://newdale.schoolcloud.co.uk/. The online booking system will close at 12pm on Friday 3rd March 2023.

The map below shows the entry and exit points for parents’ evening next week. Please note that if your appointment is after 5:30pm on Monday 6th March or Tuesday 7th March, that you will need to enter and exit the school via the school office.

We will be asking parents to fill in a paper parent survey either whilst in school or to take it away and return it the following day.

Your views are really important to us. We spend quality time analysing parent surveys and write actions for future improvements. Everyone in our school works incredibly hard to ensure the best possible outcomes for your children.

We look forward to seeing you over parents’ evening week.

Regards,

Miss Cook

Headteacher

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3 years ago
Posted on 01st Mar 2023 by

E-Safety – VTech Smart Watches

We have noticed since returning to school that a number of children are wearing VTech watches during school hours.

The watch itself has a camera on it which means it can record at any given time. The welfare of our children is paramount and therefore, due to the safeguarding risk, these watches will be banned in school. If a child comes into school wearing a VTech watch, it will be taken off them and returned at the end of the day.

VTech KidiZoom Smart Watch DX2 Blue | Smyths Toys UK

 

If you need more support or guidance with online safety, please contact a staff member or send us an email. Email: newdale.primary@taw.org.uk

 

3 years ago
Posted on 27th Feb 2023 by

Parents’ Evening

Dear Parents/Carers,

Parents’ Evening Week from Reception to Year 6– WC Monday 6th March 2023

 We are pleased to inform you that we will be holding our parents’ evening week during the week beginning Monday 6th March 2023. We believe that parent communication is vital in supporting children with all their needs. During your appointment, you will find out more about how your child is getting on in school and about their attainment and progress. We also use this time to share celebrations as well as ways to further support your child.

 Appointments are to be made using our online booking system. This system allows you to choose your own appointment time with your child’s class teacher. Once you have made your appointment online, you will receive an email confirming your booking.

Appointments can be made from Monday 27th February 2023. The online booking system can be accessed via this link:

SchoolCloud – Newdale Primary School and Nursery

and will close on Friday 3rd March 2023 at midday. Please ensure that you login using the correct contact details, which we have on our school system. If you do not have access to the internet, please speak to your child’s class teacher or call our school office. For more information on how to make an appointment, please visit our website or Facebook page where we have uploaded a parents’ guide for you. If you do happen to have any issues, please speak to your child’s class teacher.

Yours sincerely

Miss Cook

 

Parents Evening Guide

3 years ago
Posted on 27th Feb 2023 by

World Book Day – Thursday 2nd March

Dear Parents and Carers, 

 This year’s World Book Day will take place on Thursday 2nd March with the theme “You are a reader!” 

 Due to the success of our last Book Swap Day, we will once more run a second-hand book swap shop. Children who bring in a book that they no longer want can swap it on the day (books in good condition only please).  

 As usual, we are all looking forward to seeing your child dressed up in costume as one of their favourite book characters. Teachers cannot wait to get involved too! 

 The World Book Day website has lots of ideas on how to do this with as much or as little effort as you would like. There are some excellent ideas to get you started: Dressing Up – World Book Day

However, children are equally welcome to come to school in their pyjamas all ready for a bedtime story if they prefer – just remind them to bring their favourite book too! 

 Your child will receive a £1 book token to spend on a FREE book, or to save £1 on another full price book of their choice. Full details are available at www.worldbookday.com where you can see the fabulous books that are on offer this year.  

 World Book Day is a super event to celebrate reading, but reading to and with your child is important every single day to ensure your child can learn to their fullest potential. We would love to see photos of you reading with your child – please stick them into your child’s reading diary if you can! 

Happy reading, 

 Mrs Thomas 

Literacy Coordinator