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September 2023

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  • Newsletter - September Week 4

    Published 29/09/23

    Dear Parents / Carers,

     

    Dougie Mac Coffee & Cake morning

    We are so pleased to be hosting a coffee and cake morning to raise funds for our much loved local hospice, The Dougie Mac. This will be taking place on Friday 6th October, 9 am to 10 am in our school hall. To make this a great fundraiser, we will be after your fabulous baked goods (or bought if you would rather not chance it!) Anything will be massively appreciated. Please come along if you can and enjoy a coffee and cake with us and let's raise lots of money for the Dougie Mac!  If you’re unable to come along, please send your child in with some money so that they can buy a cake.

     

    All cake donations to be sent on either Thursday or first thing on Friday morning . We look forward to seeing you there.😊

     

    Forest Schools

    Next week on Wednesday and Thursday, your child will need to have their wellies and waterproofs with them.  All of the children will be having some time in the woodland area regardless of the weather.  A Forest School Teacher will be coming in to teach the children a variety of skills.

     

    School Council

    On Tuesday, we had our first meeting of the year.  We spoke about their roles in the school and we spoke about having a special focus to support friends too. 

    The children decided that they will focus on the following:

    Wellbeing, safety and caring for staff.

    The children came up with many ideas of how they can support other children in the school, from being trained (at an age appropriate level) to actions they can do everyday or when needed.  

    We will share more with you as these roles develop.  But in the meantime, well done to Ayva, Isla, Francesca, Georgia, Skyla, Freddie, Sienna, Oscar, Libby, Roman, Teddy and Lani for being voted in for this year’s school council members.

     

    Team Points

    All of our children are put into a team from when they start school.  They can earn team points by a variety of different ways including following our STAR values (safe, trust & teamwork, achieve, resilience) and the Co-op Ways of Being (do what matters most, succeed together, be yourself always, show you care).  

    Each Friday, the team captains collect the team points and then we share these in celebration assembly.  The winning team, by the end of the term (not half term), get a team treat.

    On Monday, all of the children met in their teams to discuss how they can be the best and win this term’s team treat.  Lots of healthy competitive discussions and ideas were discussed, which was great. 

     

    Yr 6 orienteering

    Yesterday, some of Year 6 went to Co-op Academy Stoke to take part in an orienteering activity along with some Year 6 children from Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff and Co-op Academy Glebe. The children had a fabulous time and came back with lots of medals! Well done year 6.

     

    School Photographs

    School Photographs are Monday 9th October. If you would like your child's photograph taken with younger siblings who do not attend Friarswood please come along at 8.20am.  

     

    Menu for 5th October
    Midshires are having an Italian style themed menu next week on Thursday 5th October. The menu is attached below.

     

    I wish you all a lovely weekend.  

    Take care and stay safe.

    Mrs Wilmer

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  • Newsletter - September Week 3

    Published 22/09/23
    Dear Parents / Carers,   National Fitness Day Although the weather was horrible on Wednesday, we didn’t let it stop us all from being active throughout the day.  The children had a great time taking part in the activities.&nb
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  • Newsletter - September Week Two

    Published 15/09/23

    Dear Parents / Carers,

     

    Coats

    Please can I ask that you send your child in with a waterproof coat.  We try to get outside as much as possible as the children love a run around at playtimes.  After lots of hard work, they need it too.

     

    Attendance at school

    As you all know, attendance at school is vital to ensure your child learns as much as possible so that they are prepared for the next stage of their life, whether this is moving to another year group in our school or moving onto another school.

    Children who have regular time off school, fall behind with their learning very quickly which not only impacts on their academic learning but can negatively impact on their social skills and their behaviour as they recognise that their friends can do it and they struggle. 

    We want all children to achieve their best.  To do this, they need to be in school and ready to learn.

    If you have any concerns about your child’s attendance, please contact myself or Mrs Dean.

    If we have any concerns about your child’s attendance, we will make an appointment so that we can discuss ways forward.

     

    Swimming

    Swimming starts next week for Years 3 and 5.  We have got a lot of excited children and a few very nervous children too.  Please try not to worry.  We have many years experience of teaching swimming, supporting nervous children to make those first steps.  It won’t be long before they’re swimming independently and having lots of fun.

     

    National Fitness Day

    On Wednesday, 20th September, all children need to come to school in their PE kits so that we can all take part in fitness activities throughout the day.

     

    Small & Tall Holiday Club

    Unfortunately, due to low numbers of children during the holidays, we will be closing the Small & Tall club during all school holidays.  We’re aware that some of you rely on this club but due to financial implications we are unable to continue.  We’re very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. 

     

    Have a lovely weekend everyone

    Take care and stay safe

    Mrs Wilmer

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  • Newsletter - September Week One

    Published 08/09/23

    Dear Parents & Carers,

    Welcome back everyone!  I’ve managed to chat to many of you this week.  It’s been lovely catching up with you.

    The children have been a delight this week.  I’ve been around the classes many times this week and the children have been focused on their learning activities and showing off their hard work to the staff.  They’ve had so much fun playing on the fields with their friends.

    On Wednesday, all of the children watched the NSPCC assemblies about ‘Speak out Stay safe’.  Throughout the weeks and months, all of our children are taught about staying safe both in school and out of school.  They learn about listening to each other and about the importance of telling a trusted adult if they’re unhappy about anything.  This isn’t just about people they may meet face to face but what they may see online and whilst they’re out and about.

    Our designated safeguarding lead (DSL) is Mrs Hartley who is based in the Year 2 classroom.  I am the deputy designated safeguarding lead (DDSL).  If you need to speak to us at anytime about an issue, please email us or call the school.  You can also use the ‘report a concern’ button on the website.

    bev.hartley@coopacademies.co.uk

    lindsey.wilmer@coopacademies.co.uk

    01782 470401

     

    If there is an urgent safeguarding matter please contact the following:

    Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board: 0300 111 8007

    Police: 999 if a child is in immediate risk

     

    PTA

    We will soon be organising a PTA meeting for any parent interested in helping to support fundraising ideas and activities for the school.  This is for new parents as well as parents already at the school.  The more the merrier!  

    Mrs Hartley will be in touch soon via Dojo.

     

    Mrs Ratcliffe

    Mrs Ratcliffe has decided to leave her post as a teaching assistant to move onto a different career path.  Mrs Ratcliffe will be missed by so many.  We wish her well for the future.

     

    INSET dates (staff training so school and Small & Tall will be closed)

    6.11.23

    22.12.23

    3.6.24

    22.7.24
     

    I hope you all have a lovely weekend.  I know we have some shattered children in school today, so you may have a peaceful weekend!

    Take care and stay safe

    Mrs Wilmer

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