Governors involvement from the Curriculum committee

The Curriculum committee meets every half term and yesterday governors thoroughly enjoyed listening to a group of year 3 children sharing French songs and confidently sharing their extensive knowledge on the geography and culture of France.

Governors were also super impressed with how articulately another group of children from across the school, could talk about physical and human geography. They explained how they use their skills and equipment to carry out tasks. Governors were happy to hear them talk about trips they had been on and the use of such technical vocabulary. Children were proud to share their geography books with governors, which clearly show progression from year 1 to year 6. Governors look forward next time to talking to mathematicians across the school.

Health and Safety Governor Committee Update

Governors met on Friday 26th May as part of the Health and Safety committee. They spoke to children in year 3 and 4 regarding the behaviour systems used across our school. It was clear to Governors that the children like the systems we have in place and believe them to be fair. The children could clearly see the benefits of following the BeSMART code.

The governors also spoke with the site manager, Mr Thomas. They asked him about the checks he carries out linked to site safety/maintenance, water safety, road/ traffic management and electrical safety. Governors were satisfied that his understanding of policy and procedure is robust and that his training is of a high level.

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Reception had a fantastic day yesterday for Dino Day. We took part in lots of different ‘Dino activities’ including art, stories, dancing, singing, team games and much more. We even had a visit from Vinny the velociraptor in our Forest area. It was great fun!

Dino Day tomorrow!

REMINDER IT IS DINO DAY TOMORROW (25th May) COSTUMES WELCOME.

NO FOREST SCHOOL KIT IS NEEDED TOMORROW. WE WILL STILL VISIT THE FOREST BUT THE FORECAST IS DRY.

PLEASE ENSURE SUITABLE FOOTWEAR IS WORN.

Thank you

Reception Team

Reception Update

We would like to update with you with staffing in Reception after half term.  Mrs Stevens, teaching assistant based in Miss Hailey’s class, will be moving from the Reception team to support in another year group for the remainder of this academic year. We would like to thank Mrs Stevens for all her hard work supporting the Reception children in their first year at school.

Reception DINO-DAY!

On Thursday 25th May Reception will be having a Dinosaur Celebration Day to mark the end of our fun topic and the end of another half term.

Please come dressed up! Perhaps you might like to come as a Dinosaur or even a Caveman or Cavewoman! This can be as full on or as low key as you like—it is all just for fun!

Many Thanks

The Reception Team

Inspection of Newdale Primary School & Nursery by Ofsted

We have just told your child’s school that we will inspect it on 17 May 2023. The lead inspector will be Barry Yeardsley, HMI. We are writing to you because we would like to know what you think about the school. Please take a few minutes to read the leaflet that came with this letter. It explains why we inspect schools and what happens during an inspection.

Your views about the school are important to us

If you are a registered parent or carer of a pupil at the school (including pupils on sick leave or who are temporarily excluded), you can tell us your views about the school by completing Ofsted’s online survey, Ofsted Parent View, at: https://parentview.ofsted.gov.uk.

Please link on the links below to view more information

Ofsted Letter to Parents

School inspections – a guide for parents

Finance and Personnel Governors Committee update

9.5.23

The Finance and Personnel committee met last week. Like all committees this one meets every half term.

This committee meets to ensure that the school expenditure is carefully considered to ensure the best interests of the child.

Governors were delighted to spend time talking to a parent of a child in year 5, who in her responses reassured governors that the best interests of the children are at the heart of all financial decision making.

Governors were updated on the potential staffing structure for next year and felt confident that the continued high standards of education will be sustained.

Governors are always happy to hear from parents. We love to pass on positive news and as ever are always keen to sort out any issues that parents have. All you need do is email into the school and a Governor will get back to you!

Kind regards,

Finance & Personnel Governors.

Coronation Celebrations in Reception 🇬🇧

 

 

This week we have embraced the opportunity to learn about our King and the upcoming coronation, a moment in History.
We have read a variety of books about the King and the coronation.
We took part in our own democracy, thinking about the qualities a King or Queen might need and then holding a ballot to vote for our own class King and Queen, which were revealed this afternoon as part of the celebrations.
We got creative and each completed a portrait of the King, which will be turned into a masterpiece for a whole school monarchy timeline. We also made our very own golden crowns, complete with jewels for the party and to take home to wear. The week was completed with a class coronation party. We played games and had a jewel hunt. We also listened to the National Anthem.
We would love to see your own experiences of celebrating the coronation if you choose to do so over the weekend. We hope everyone has a lovely bank holiday weekend.

Reception Fun at the Forest

Reception have had lots of fun in the Forest today making ‘Nature Windows’.

We looked at signs of Summer and thought about the different things we might see outside now it is getting warmer.

We then explored the outdoors and worked with a partner to find different natural objects to make our own ‘Nature Windows’. We thought very carefully about the position of our objects to make a picture.

We had pictures of spiders, snowfall, rainbows, trees and the sun. I wonder if you can tell which one is which…?