Wednesday base camp

On Wednesday 17th January, the children will be going out to base camp during the afternoon so please can they bring in some wellies and warm clothes.

Thank you,

Year 3 team

Changes to PE days after Christmas

Dear Parents/Carers,

 

Please be aware that PE will take place on Tuesday (indoors) and Friday (outdoors) after the Christmas break.

 

Best wishes,

 

The Year 3 Team

Finance and Personnel Committee Update

Finance & Personnel Governors met today and were impressed with the knowledge and enthusiasm that the School Parliament children have within their role. Governors encouraged them to expand on future plans by looking at the possibility of an ex cabinet member visiting school to talk to the children.

The school SENDCO outlined the expenditure connected to EHCP’s and the future plans for the new year. Governors also discussed policy, procedure and spending plans for across the school.

Safeguarding, H&S Governors feedback

The governors who are members of the Safeguarding, H&S committee met last Thursday. The safeguarding champions visited and discussed their role in the school and their exciting plans for this year. Other agenda items included the management of asthma on our school site. Governors went to observe the currently closed Quiet area of the playground and look forward to seeing the repairs being carried as rapidly as possible.

Parents’ Evening – Y1-6 entry points

The map below shows the entry and exit points for parents’ evening for the week beginning Monday 4th December 2023. Please note that if your appointment is after 5:30pm on Monday or Tuesday, that you will need to enter and exit the school via the school office.

 

 

Thursday 30th November Outdoor Science Session

Dear Parents/Carers,

Tomorrow (30.11.23) we will have a session with the Shropshire Wildlife Trust which will take place outside on school grounds. We will be creating a willow tunnel, preparing our allotments for the winter and enjoying a forest school session. Please ensure that your child comes to school tomorrow with a warm coat, jumper and spare outdoor boots/shoes or old trainers.

Thank you,

The Year 3 Team

Governors feedback linked to the Curriculum meeting

Governors were impressed with the phonics teaching offer when they visited and participated in, a variety of the Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics sessions in reception during the Curriculum meeting yesterday. Governors felt reassured by the positive learning atmosphere, excited by the children’s engagement and impressed with the quality of teaching.

During the rest of the meeting, Governors received updates on the strategies related to Pupil Premium and PE funding for the school. They were impressed by the upcoming proposals and events planned for the rest of the year.

Additionally, the governors had the opportunity to discuss the induction process with the new year 1 teacher and were confident in the process.

Christmas Jumper Days

Children are able to wear their Christmas jumpers in school on the following days:

Christmas dinner day (Weds 13th December)

Last day of term (Thursday 21st December)

Children can also wear their Christmas jumpers on the day of their event for parents and also party days, teachers will confirm Christmas party days for their class closer to the time.

Thank you

Newdale Team

Year 3 & 4 Christmas Concert

Year 3 and 4 Christmas Carol Concert 

Year 3 and 4 would like to invite you to their Christmas Carol Concert on Monday 11th December. During their concert, the Year 3 and 4 pupils would like to share some of the Christmas themed songs they have been learning, as well as show some of their favourite moments and pieces of work from the Autumn term. They may even invite you to join in with one of the songs – so please bring your singing voices! As a special treat, we will provide some hot chocolate for everyone, please bring some mugs for each adult attending and your child/ren.

  • There will be two performances; 9am & 2:30pm.
  • Maximum of 2 tickets per family can be purchased. £2 per ticket. All tickets must be purchased through ParentPay.

We are unable to provide a creche for this event so young siblings are invited, however please be mindful that you may need to sit at the back of the hall if bringing youngsters so that you can make a quick exit if you need to.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Year 3 & 4 Team.