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Reception Message

1 year ago
Posted on 27th Nov 2024 by

School Website

Did you know that we have a ‘parents’ area’ on our school website which contains important information about our school? Please spend a few minutes exploring this section to learn more about safeguarding, E-safety, Early Help to name but a few.

Please remember to subscribe to our website to receive regular alerts: https://www.newdaleschool.org.uk/

 

1 year ago
Posted on 27th Nov 2024 by

Clubs – Thursday 28th November

The following clubs will not take place tomorrow due to the Christmas Fayre.

KS2 Football

Top Hat

Y1 Christmas Craft Club

Y2 Christmas Craft Club

Y4 Christmas Activities Club

Y1 & 2 Well being Club

 

Tree Tops Wraparound care will take place as normal.

1 year ago
Posted on 22nd Nov 2024 by

Flu vaccinations – Reception – Year 6

Please see attached letter regarding flu vaccinations that was sent out last week, this includes a link on the back page to use as well as the QR code.

Flu immunisation – letter – Dec 2024

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1 year ago
Posted on 22nd Nov 2024 by

Notice of Parent Governor election and request for nominations

I am writing to invite parents, guardians and carers of registered pupils to put their names forward for election to serve as parent governors of this school.  There is one vacancy. The term of office of the elected candidates will start on Thursday 13th March 2025 and will last for 4 years.

Please read the notes on the back of this letter and if, after doing so, you would like to put your name forward as a candidate please complete the Candidate Nomination Form (Form 2) and the Disqualification Declaration Form (Form 3) and return them to me by Friday 29th November.  It may be that you would wish to propose another parent to serve as a parent governor.  Please note that in this case the parent in question should complete the nomination form after you have discussed the possibility.

  • Candidates need to submit a personal statement in support of their nomination, not more than 500 words giving:
  • Evidence of skills and experience the governing body desires.
  • And / or their commitment to undertake training to acquire or develop skills to be an effective governor
  • If seeking re-election details of their contribution to the work of the GB during previous term of office.
  • How they plan to contribute to the future work of the GB

They may not indicate that they are endorsed or supported by any particular group.

Only parents who now have and will have children registered at the school on the nomination closing date of Friday 29th November and term of office start date Thursday 13th March 2025 are eligible to stand for election.

If it is necessary for there to be an election I will provide further details of the arrangements.

Please find below the forms as links below.

Information Notes

Candidate Nomination Form

Governor Declaration Form

Miss Cook, Headteacher

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1 year ago
Posted on 20th Nov 2024 by

Safeguarding, H&S governors involvement

The Health and Safety Governors met on the 18th November. They spoke to a range of children about online safety and what happens in school to ensure they are kept safe. The Governors were impressed with their knowledge and confident that the curriculum and assembly offer is robust.

Governors carried out a ‘spot check’ with a member of staff to see how well they understand the policy and procedure around safeguarding. They were reassured in the staff members confidence and understanding.

Governors analysed the record keeping linked to safeguarding and could see that every element of incident is well recorded with subsequent analysis and actions following.

 

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1 year ago
Posted on 20th Nov 2024 by

Reception’s Snow Day Learning

Wow, we are so lucky to have had some more snow fall overnight and we can’t wait to see what you get up to today! We know you will be wrapping up warm and making the most of the snow. Please share lots of pictures/videos on Evidence Me if you can as we would all love to see what you have been up to. These are lots of ideas for what you might want to do today.

Build a snowman: Can you count how many buttons your snowman has? How many buttons would your snowman have if you added one more? How many buttons would your snowman have if you had one less? Is your snowman smaller than you? Is your snowman taller than you?

The Three Billy Goats Gruff: We have been reading The Three Billy Goats Gruff this week and we know that the goats wanted to cross the bridge because they had no more grass to eat. Lots of other animals will find it tricky to find food today in the snow. Can you help to feed them? Maybe you could feed the birds?

Can you draw a picture of the troll? Is he big? Is he bad? Is he mad? Can you write these words next to your troll using your Fred Fingers?

Physical Development: Yesterday, we noticed that lots of you needed help with your gloves and zipping up your coats. Today is the perfect day to practise. If you get good at it, maybe you could set a timer and see how fast you can get yourself ready for the snow!

You might want to have a snowball throwing competition. You have been working hard on your underarm throwing and cup catching in PE. How far can you throw a snowball? Can you beat your last throw? Can you catch a snowball?

Can you make a snow angel?

If you are wanting to get active inside instead, these are some fun snow themed movement breaks.

The ‘ELF’ Christmas Workout #GETKIDSMOVING (10Mins)

Winter run! 🏃‍♂️❄️ Winter Chase ❄️ Winter Brain Break ❄️ Just dance ❄️ Winter Games for Kids

Snow Action Song for Kids | Winter Brain Break | Preschool Learning Song| Sing Play Create

One Less Than: This week we have been finding one less. Can you line up some of your toys at home? You might want to use teddies or cars, you can choose anything. Count how many toys you have put in the line, take one away and see how many you have left?

Letter formation: Use the videos to remind your of the rhymes and practise writing your letters. You could air write, write it on paper or even write it in the snow! You could use a stick so you don’t get chilly fingers! This is the link to the videos: ‘a’ letter formation

Phonics: Here are some Fred Games to play to practise your blending. https://schools.ruthmiskin.com/training/view/SnvL4bgt/5yVhiwhf

https://schools.ruthmiskin.com/training/view/ObH5nXVH/gO1mXAaq

https://schools.ruthmiskin.com/training/view/u4uUsphe/2RiKbvQf

https://schools.ruthmiskin.com/training/view/BI1rcbBR/1rUXfTcP

Story Time: After a chilly day playing in the snow, why don’t you snuggle up under a blanket a share a story with someone at home?

Here is a link to watch Stickman try and make it home in time for Christmas in the snow. Stick Man – BBC iPlayer

Have a wonderful day in the snow.

Thanks,

The Reception Team

1 year ago
Posted on 19th Nov 2024 by

Wider personal development: school trips and visits

We are passionate about the children experiencing education outside of the classroom which is why we put on so many exciting trips for all year groups throughout the year. Providing meaningful experiences can not only support children with their learning back in the classroom but it provides valuable opportunities for children to develop skills such as teamwork, resilience, to gain a better understanding of our world and most importantly, to have fun!

Please visit Parent Pay to see if your child has an up-and-coming trip. This term we have both cinema and pantomime trips organised as well as Christmas events at school! How exciting!

 Just a reminder that we have a school Facebook page where you can find regular updates such as photos from trips.

1 year ago
Posted on 18th Nov 2024 by

Our Team

We pride ourselves on being a supportive team. We ensure that members of staff are on duty at the start and end of the day should you need to speak to us.

Please see the attached document to see our team here at Newdale.

Meet the Team 2024

 You can also use these other channels of communication:

 Home communication books

Call or email the school office: 01952 387720  newdale.primary@taw.org.uk

Email our attendance team: attendance@newdaleschool.org.uk

Email our SENDco team: newdalesendco@taw.org.uk

Year Group emails are as follows:

Reception                                           newdale.yearrteam@taw.org.uk

Year 1                                                   newdale.year1team@taw.org.uk

Year 2                                                   newdale.year2team@taw.org.uk

Year 3                                                   newdale.year3team@taw.org.uk

Year 4                                                   newdale.year4team@taw.org.uk

Year 5                                                   newdale.year5team@taw.org.uk

Year 6                                                   newdale.year6team@taw.org.uk

1 year ago
Posted on 15th Nov 2024 by

Flu immunisations – Reception – Year 6

Flu immunisations will take place in school on Monday 9th December for Reception – Year 6.

Letters are going home today. Consent forms are now completed online, there is no longer a form to return to school.

Within the letter is a QR code to use to access the consent form, this is located on the top right hand side of the back page of your letter.

The link to compete your consent form will close at 9am on Wednesday 4th December. 

If you do not wish for your child to have the flu immunisation, the form must still be completed to inform us of this.

Another QR code can be accessed on the letter to give parents further information regarding the LAIV Nasal Influenza Immunisation.

 

1 year ago
Posted on 13th Nov 2024 by

Winter illness information for parents/carers

Please see below information from the Health Protection Hub we have been asked to forward to parents/carers.

Teaching good hygiene habits

Parents/carers are urged to encourage good hygiene habits in their families, such as handwashing and using a tissue to catch coughs and sneezes. Regularly washing hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds or using hand sanitiser when convenient, is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of germs.

 

Knowing when to keep your child at home and when to send them to school

Children are encouraged to stay in school or nursery with symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat or slight cough (if otherwise well and do not have a high temperature), but should stay at home if they feel too unwell to attend and/or if they have a fever.  They should stay home until the fever has passed and they are well enough to attend.  If they have diarrhoea and/or vomiting they should stay home for at least 48 hours after these symptoms clear up.  Let the school know if your child is diagnosed with other illnesses such as scarlet fever and they can advise you how for long your child should stay off school.

 

Stopping the spread of stomach bugs

Stomach bugs spread easily in schools and nurseries. If you or your child have diarrhoea and/or vomiting, washing hands with soap and warm water and using bleach-based products to clean surfaces will help stop infections from spreading. Don’t prepare food for others if you have such symptoms or for 48 hours after symptoms stop. If you are unwell, you should also avoid visiting people in hospitals and care homes to avoid passing on the infection to those more vulnerable. It’s important not to return to school, nursery or work until 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.

 

Getting vaccinated

Infections such as flu, which see a seasonal increase in winter, are easily protected against with vaccination. All primary school age children, those aged 2 years (who have turned 2 years old before the  1 September 2024) all 3 year olds and secondary school children from Year 7 to Year 11 are eligible for the flu vaccine.  This will protect the children themselves, the school community and elderly relatives.

 

It’s also important to ensure your children are up-to-date with their routine vaccinations, which protect against diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria and polio. If you are unsure of your child’s vaccination status, you can check their “red book” or contact their GP.  

 

NHS UK also provides easily accessible guidance for parents to help manage winter illness at home.