12 May 2006 - newsletter
Newsletter No. 32
Friday 12th May 2006
Dear Parents, Carers and Governors,
Fire Alarm Practice at Home Time
We need to do fire alarm practices at different times of the day, to ensure we can respond to different situations. Next week, we intend to do a practice around home-time. I have decided to tell you in advance, so you are aware of our procedures and can support us. It is important to the children and staff that practices happen quietly and calmly, so we can spot any problems quickly and deal with them well.
The procedure takes place every time:-
* children line up on the pitch, class by class
* the teacher calls the register to ensure every child is out safely
* the office staff check all adults, including anyone signed into the visitor book
So we would ask you to help us by
* letting the teacher check their pupils - please don't call them over to you or take them until the teacher says so
* if you are in school for any reason, please evacuate the building quietly and quickly with us
* join us on the pitch, so everyone is safely away from the building
* keep any little ones with you, so the teachers and children can concentrate on their registers
* do not re-enter the building until the all-clear is given
Please let us know if you have any comments after the practice - they serve as an excellent opportunity to improve practice and safety at school.
Thank you!
Apologises from the Judo Club
Dave Edmonds, who manages the judo club, apologised profusely for the lack of teacher on Monday. George was poorly and it took his replacement 3 hours to get here from Salisbury - he arrived at 9.10am!
George is happy to put an extra class on at the end to make up for the missed lesson.
Twyford Advertiser - School Council Photo
The school council looks very proud in the paper today!
Any Musicians out there??
During our arts week (12th-16th June) this year, we would love to have musicians in school to play for the children to hear. We would really appreciate any volunteers from our parent community! Any time that week would be good to visit one or more classes, but we'd really appreciate volunteers for our assembly on Wednesday or Thursday that week, too.
Please see Mrs Smith in yellow class or pop into the office if you would be able to help us that week.
2nd Hand Cot Required
If your baby has now grown out of their cot, and it needs a new home, please contact Margaret on 933 2136 who is seeking to purchase a second hand cot.
Car Boot Sale
At The Piggott School, Wargrave on 14th May 2006
8.00 am entrance for cars to set-up
9.00 am gates open
£8.00 per car for sellers, 50p per car for buyers
Refreshments will be available
Telephone Julie Long on 0118 901 6823 to pre-book a space
Polehampton Swimming Association
The pool is now open during the week after school from 4-6pm (except on Tuesdays) and Saturdays 10-12. noon. Adult swimming is from 7-8pm daily.
PSA still need volunteers to help supervise during the after school sessions. Please note that the pool will NOT open if they do not have 3 supervisors per session.
If you are able to help for an hour or two on a regular basis or from time to time, please complete the attached form and return it to Mrs Poole at the Junior School as soon as possible. Many thanks!
Twyford Boys' Brigade
Are seeking new recruits. BB meet every Monday, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., at the United Reformed Church, Twyford. Activities this term include Treasure Hunt, Visit to Lookout in Bracknell, Fun with Compass and Map, Outing to Legoland, Church Parade, Sausage Sizzle in Dinton Pastures and much more. For more information on further activities and on how to join please contact Maureen or Peter Tate on 0118 934 5093.
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Community Arts Project
Another successful session last night. Many thanks for the parents who attended yesterday; it was lovely to see some new faces. A big thank for Mrs Rogers and Ms Keelan for their continued support and hard work in making this a successful project. Please visit us after school on Thursdays to see how the project is progressing.
Thanks to the Junior School.
For moving the time of your Leaver's Show so our shared parents can attend both events - lots of tissues needed in those families!
Diary Dates
Dates in bold are the coming week!
There will be more dates added to this so please keep checking - thanks!!!
Date Event Time and Place
15th - 19th May Christian Aid Week Assemblies and class work
29th May-2nd June Half term - school closed
Wed 7th June Class Photos 9.00 a.m. - School Field/Hall
12th- 16th June Arts week Events in school all week
Sat 1st July Summer Fair 12-2pm - school
3rd - 7th July Health & Fitness Week Run the Sports Relief Mile with us!
Weds 12th July Open Evening 3.30 - 6.00pm
Mon 17th July Sports Day Afternoon on the field
Weds 19th July Church Service with the Juniors 9.30 - St Marys Church
Thurs 20th July Yr2 Leaver's Show 9.15
Weather Outlook for the weekend mixture of sunshine and rain.
Have a good weekend.
Miss Helen Ball
Headteacher
Friday 12th May 2006
Dear Parents, Carers and Governors,
Fire Alarm Practice at Home Time
We need to do fire alarm practices at different times of the day, to ensure we can respond to different situations. Next week, we intend to do a practice around home-time. I have decided to tell you in advance, so you are aware of our procedures and can support us. It is important to the children and staff that practices happen quietly and calmly, so we can spot any problems quickly and deal with them well.
The procedure takes place every time:-
* children line up on the pitch, class by class
* the teacher calls the register to ensure every child is out safely
* the office staff check all adults, including anyone signed into the visitor book
So we would ask you to help us by
* letting the teacher check their pupils - please don't call them over to you or take them until the teacher says so
* if you are in school for any reason, please evacuate the building quietly and quickly with us
* join us on the pitch, so everyone is safely away from the building
* keep any little ones with you, so the teachers and children can concentrate on their registers
* do not re-enter the building until the all-clear is given
Please let us know if you have any comments after the practice - they serve as an excellent opportunity to improve practice and safety at school.
Thank you!
Apologises from the Judo Club
Dave Edmonds, who manages the judo club, apologised profusely for the lack of teacher on Monday. George was poorly and it took his replacement 3 hours to get here from Salisbury - he arrived at 9.10am!
George is happy to put an extra class on at the end to make up for the missed lesson.
Twyford Advertiser - School Council Photo
The school council looks very proud in the paper today!
Any Musicians out there??
During our arts week (12th-16th June) this year, we would love to have musicians in school to play for the children to hear. We would really appreciate any volunteers from our parent community! Any time that week would be good to visit one or more classes, but we'd really appreciate volunteers for our assembly on Wednesday or Thursday that week, too.
Please see Mrs Smith in yellow class or pop into the office if you would be able to help us that week.
2nd Hand Cot Required
If your baby has now grown out of their cot, and it needs a new home, please contact Margaret on 933 2136 who is seeking to purchase a second hand cot.
Car Boot Sale
At The Piggott School, Wargrave on 14th May 2006
8.00 am entrance for cars to set-up
9.00 am gates open
£8.00 per car for sellers, 50p per car for buyers
Refreshments will be available
Telephone Julie Long on 0118 901 6823 to pre-book a space
Polehampton Swimming Association
The pool is now open during the week after school from 4-6pm (except on Tuesdays) and Saturdays 10-12. noon. Adult swimming is from 7-8pm daily.
PSA still need volunteers to help supervise during the after school sessions. Please note that the pool will NOT open if they do not have 3 supervisors per session.
If you are able to help for an hour or two on a regular basis or from time to time, please complete the attached form and return it to Mrs Poole at the Junior School as soon as possible. Many thanks!
Twyford Boys' Brigade
Are seeking new recruits. BB meet every Monday, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., at the United Reformed Church, Twyford. Activities this term include Treasure Hunt, Visit to Lookout in Bracknell, Fun with Compass and Map, Outing to Legoland, Church Parade, Sausage Sizzle in Dinton Pastures and much more. For more information on further activities and on how to join please contact Maureen or Peter Tate on 0118 934 5093.
2
Community Arts Project
Another successful session last night. Many thanks for the parents who attended yesterday; it was lovely to see some new faces. A big thank for Mrs Rogers and Ms Keelan for their continued support and hard work in making this a successful project. Please visit us after school on Thursdays to see how the project is progressing.
Thanks to the Junior School.
For moving the time of your Leaver's Show so our shared parents can attend both events - lots of tissues needed in those families!
Diary Dates
Dates in bold are the coming week!
There will be more dates added to this so please keep checking - thanks!!!
Date Event Time and Place
15th - 19th May Christian Aid Week Assemblies and class work
29th May-2nd June Half term - school closed
Wed 7th June Class Photos 9.00 a.m. - School Field/Hall
12th- 16th June Arts week Events in school all week
Sat 1st July Summer Fair 12-2pm - school
3rd - 7th July Health & Fitness Week Run the Sports Relief Mile with us!
Weds 12th July Open Evening 3.30 - 6.00pm
Mon 17th July Sports Day Afternoon on the field
Weds 19th July Church Service with the Juniors 9.30 - St Marys Church
Thurs 20th July Yr2 Leaver's Show 9.15
Weather Outlook for the weekend mixture of sunshine and rain.
Have a good weekend.
Miss Helen Ball
Headteacher