Year 2

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2 years ago
Posted on 17th Nov 2023 by

Year 2 – changes to timetable

Good afternoon, 

Just some updates to Year 2 this half term.

Monday 20th November, we have a Guy Fawkes day – children do not need anything extra but will hopefully come back with lots to tell you about our history day.

We have our cinema trip Wednesday morning therefore PE has swapped to Thursday afternoon. Children will therefore need PE kits Thursday and Friday next week and normal school uniform Monday-Wednesday.

In year 2, we alternate outdoor learning every half term. We completed outdoor learning before half term, therefore, we do not have another outdoor learning session until after the Christmas holiday. We will have outdoor learning again in January but until then please do not send any kits in.

NATIVITY
We are SO excited to start rehearsing our Nativity!

Children have all been given a part. We have tried to give most children a speaking part and have sent scripts home for them to rehearse. Can you insure these remain in reading diary packs as we may need them to practise in school?  

We will send details out about costumes at a later date but will help children with any part of the costume that is difficult to source.

If you wish to discuss your child’s role, please email via the year 2 address (newdale.year2team@taw.org.uk). 

We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

See you Monday,

Year 2 team.

 

 

 

2 years ago
Posted on 17th Nov 2023 by

Year 1-6 Parent’s Evening – School SENDCO

Parents evenings for Years 1-6 will be taking place during the week commencing 4th December. Parents will be notified when the booking system is open to make an appointment.

If you would like Mrs Poole, our SENDCO to attend your appointment, please contact her by the end of next week (November 24th) so that she can allocate her time to attend.

You can do so by sending her an email on newdalesendco@taw.org.uk

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2 years ago
Posted on 13th Nov 2023 by

Join our school governing body

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact on our school community?

Newdale is looking for dedicated individuals to join our School Governing Body.

About us

Newdale is committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for our children. We aim to deliver the highest quality education while fostering a sense of belonging and community.

Role of a School Governor

As a School Governor, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our school. Governors work together to carry out their core functions:

  1. Ensuring there is clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction
  2. Holding executive leaders to account for the educational performance of the organisation and its pupils and the performance management of staff
  3. Overseeing the financial performance of the organisation and making sure its money is well spent

The National Governance Association also recognises the following as the fourth core function of governance:

  1. Ensuring the voices of stakeholders are heard

What we’re looking for

We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of skills and experiences. Whether you’re a parent, local resident or have expertise in education, health or other fields, your perspective is valuable.

Why join us?

  • Make a difference to the lives of our children
  • Contribute to the development and success of our school
  • Gain insight into an educational setting
  • Collaborate with a passionate and dedicated team

Please click on the link below to view the full role description of a School Governor.

Governor role description

If you are interested in becoming a School Governor at Newdale Primary School, please get in touch with us via the school email address Newdale.primary@taw.org.uk

Your involvement can help us continue to provide an exceptional learning environment for our children.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.

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2 years ago
Posted on 11th Nov 2023 by

Nature Walk 13.11.2023

Good morning,

Year 2 are going on a Nature Walk this Monday 13th November. We apologise for the late notice; we are having some difficulties with posts not loading.

The weather is looking clear in the afternoon, when we are planning for the walk, but children will need warm, waterproof coats. We will be sticking to footpaths, however, children can bring wellies or comfortable footwear to get changed into after lunch if you prefer.

Enjoy your weekend!

Many thanks,
Year 2 team.

 

 

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3 years ago
Posted on 27th Oct 2023 by

National School Meals Week 6th – 9th November 2023

Newdale are celebrating National School Meals Week on 6th – 10th November

Children will have the opportunity to sample vegan and vegetarian options along with their school lunch.

A recycling trolley for uneaten fruit, salad and vegetables will be in the school hall and children will have the opportunity to help staff to put food waste into these compost containers.

Children who eat all their lunch or try new food will be offered stickers.

There will be a small change to our menu as follows:

On Tuesday 7th November, there will be an American lunch theme: burgers / hotdogs with onions, gherkins and coleslaw followed by muffins, cookies or ice cream.

On Wednesday 8th November there will be the usual roast dinner, but also on offer will be a plant based cottage pie.

 

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3 years ago
Posted on 26th Oct 2023 by

Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting

On Wednesday, Governors reviewed the staffing structure and the whole school staffing strategy moving forward. Governors carried out a ‘deep dive’ of the induction process by speaking to a new member of staff and were reassured that the process is robust.

Governors were delighted with the Year 3 children’s attitude towards school and the excitement shown about the move to Key Stage 2.

Governors agreed the recent appraisal recommendations and spent time analysing the school finances and future strategic financial planning.

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3 years ago
Posted on 23rd Oct 2023 by

Information on 2 year old funding for working parents – April 2024

 

April 2024
  • 15hrs childcare for working parents of 2-year-olds

 

 

 

 

 Parents will be able to apply for their code from the 2 January 2024 ready to start claiming in April 2024.

This funding will start the term after their 2nd birthday.

Working families will claim via Childcare Choices in the same way working families apply for 30 hours.

Eligibility criteria for these 2 year olds is the same as 30 hours funding.

Disadvantages 2 year old families will still be able to claim funding via the current process

 
September 2024
  • New or expanded wraparound provision commences nationally
  • 15hrs childcare for working parents of 9 months to primary school age
 We will inform you when parents will be able to apply for their code from 9 month old children.
September 2025
  • 30hrs childcare for working parents of 9 months to primary school age
 This will automatically roll out
  • The same rules apply to 9 month and 2-year-old funding for working families.  Funding eligibility will start the term after their appropriate age threshold.  All eligibility criteria will remain the same as 30 hours for 3- and 4-year-olds of working parents.
  • Please remember a child cannot access funding until their correct age, a code must be fully valid the first time it is used and cannot be in grace period, applying for a code too early and not updating will prevent access to funding.
  • Parents who apply for their codes too early need to ensure they keep their codes fully valid.

 

THE TERM A CHILD WILL BECOME ELIGIBLE FOR A FUNDED PLACE
A CHILD BORN IN THE PERIOD  WILL BECOME ELIGIBLE FOR A FUNDED PLACE
1 April – 31 August Start of Autumn term
1 September – 31 December Start of Spring term
1 January – 31 March Start of Summer term

 

CODE APPLICATION INFORMATION
TERM STARTING FUNDING NEW APPLICATION EXISTING APPLICATION FINAL ACCEPTANCE DATE
Summer term No later than 28 February Must be renewed by the applicants validity end date 31 March
Autumn term No later than 31 July Must be renewed by the applicants validity end date 31 August
Spring term No later than 30 November Must be renewed by the applicants validity end date 31 December

Codes received from Childcare Choices after the final acceptance date or mid-term cannot be used until the following term.

Information can be found here parents may also wish to look at Tax Free Childcare which can supplement additional childcare costs so for example: £80 of childcare purchased they will get an additional £20 which tops it up to £100.  All childcare providers must be registered to receive this, this includes Schools, Academies and Out of School Clubs registered with Ofsted.