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February 2025

  • Newsletter - March Week Two

    Published 28/02/25

    Dear Families,

     

    Mother’s Day Lunch
    If you haven’t already signed up for this special lunch, please complete the form on Dojo.  You can pay for the lunch on Parentpay.  Payments and bookings close today.

     

    Safeguarding / IT
    Some information which you may find useful.

     

    For Parents - Wearable Tech

     More and more children are being given technology that can be worn, e.g. smartwatches and whilst there can be benefits the risks aren’t always apparent. This article from Internet Matters explores wearable technology for children and gives advice on:

    • The different types of wearable tech, e.g. smart watches, glasses, VR headsets and fitness trackers.

    • Whether wearable technology is safe and what some of the concerns are, e.g. privacy and data collection, impact on body image.

    • How wearable tech can support wellbeing.

    • And more.

    You can find the article HERE.
     

    For Parents - Under 5's

     

    As more and more younger children get access to their own or borrowed tablets it's important to make sure these devices are set up correctly and children are using age-appropriate apps/games. Internet Matters have a great set of resources for parents of these younger children which you can find HERE.

    Red Nose Day
    Don’t forget that Friday 21st March is Red Nose Day.  Children are being asked to wear something red for the day.  Parentpay has the donation set up.  Thank you in advance for supporting this amazing charity.

     

    Parent Evenings
    If you haven’t managed to book a slot to speak to your teacher on Wednesday 19th or Thursday 20th March, please message them to arrange a suitable time.


    Have a lovely weekend everyone.

    Take care and stay safe.

    Mrs Wilmer

     

    Upcoming Dates

    Piano assembly  18.3.25 2 pm for the parents and families of those having lessons at school.

    Parents’ evenings

    19.3.25

    20.3.25

       3:30 - 6:30pm

       3:30 - 6:30pm

    Red Nose Day 21.03.25 Children can come to school wearing something red for a small donation to raise money for Red Nose Day.

    Mothers' Day Lunch

     26.3.25

    We look forward to welcoming our mum's to enjoy lunch with us. Last day to book in and pay is 14.3.25 
    PTA Mothers' Day Pop-up shop 24.3.25 - 28.3.25 £2.50 per gift 
    Last Swim of the term for Year 3  28.03.25  
    PTA Recycle 4 School 31.3.25

    Old clothing, bags, jewellery etc...
    To be dropped off at school to be recycled for school funds on this date.

    Year 1 School Trip to Peake Wildlife park 03.04.25  
    Easter Celebration 11.04.25 Parents are welcome to come and join us for songs, an Easter bonnet parade and decorated eggs competition. Starts at 1.30 pm
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  • Newletter - March Week One

    Published 07/02/25

    Dear Families,

     

    What another lovely week we’ve had.  It certainly makes everyone feel much better with a bit of sunshine.

     

    CEO visit
    Yesterday, we had a visit from our CEO, Dr Chris Tomlinson.  He had a tour around the school and met with some staff as well as having a chat with some of our children.  It was lovely to show off Friarswood and the wonderful things we do.  He certainly appreciated all of the hard work and dedication that goes into making our school so great.

     

    World Book Day
    To celebrate World Book Day, we did something a little different this year and asked the children to choose a word that they could dress up like. We have had some amazing words today! The creativity and ideas were just amazing. There are a few pictures in the photo gallery on our website to see. Thank you for all your efforts to help make this day so enjoyable for everyone. 

     

    Online Safety
    Here is a link to information about making online viewing safer for children.  I hope you find it useful.

     

    Orchestra Trip
    Next Tuesday, some of our Year 3 and 4 children are going to Hanley to watch the Halle Orchestra.  We hope this will inspire the children, especially those children who already play instruments.

     

    Asthma Academy
    I have received this notice off the NHS.  Here is the referral link.

     

     

     

    October half-term 2025
    As you know, we have a two week half-term in October.  I have sent out a survey for anyone who may need childcare for the week beginning 20th October.  If there is enough interest, Bee Active will run a sport and activity club for the week.  Bee Active have been involved with Friarswood for over ten years and have a great team of staff who work for them.  If you do choose Bee Active for your childcare, I’m sure the children will have lots of fun.

    Here is the link for the form.

     

    Bags to School
    The PTA have arranged a ‘Bags to School’ day on 31st March.  If you are having a sort out of unwanted clothes etc, please pop them into one of the bags that your child will bring home and return to school on either Friday 28th or Monday 31st (morning).  The collection will be at some point on Monday 31st March, so please do not bring them in after school on the Monday.

    Bags to School pays the PTA for the items by weight, so the more bags we have, the more money raised.  Happy sorting everyone!

     

    Have a lovely weekend everyone.

    Take care and stay safe.

    Mrs Wilmer

    Upcoming dates

    Year 3/4 Music Trip 11.3.25 Morning trip - Details to bear sent out. 
    Piano assembly  18.3.25 2 pm for the parents and families of those having lessons at school.

    Parents’ evenings

    19.3.25

    20.3.25

       3:30 - 6:30pm

       3:30 - 6:30pm

    Red Nose Day 21.03.25 Children can come to school wearing something red for a small donation for Red Nose Day.

    Mothers' Day Lunch

     26.3.25

    Here is the booking form link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dHl1aHAIs-gD_K2eO1VsCue_Hmo9lx69py77UKsCheA/edit
    PTA Mothers' Day Pop-up shop 24.3.25 - 28.3.25 £2.50 per gift 
    Last Swim of the term for Year 3  28.03.25  
    PTA Recycle 4 School 31.3.25

    Old clothing, bags, jewellery etc...
    To be dropped off at school to be recycled for school funds on this date.

    Year 1 School Trip to Peake Wildlife park 03.04.25  
    Easter Celebration 11.04.25 Parents are welcome to come and join us for songs, an Easter bonnet parade and decorated eggs competition. Starts at 1.30 pm
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  • Newsletter - February Week Four

    Published 07/02/25

    Dear Parents and Carers

    Welcome back to our second Spring term. It has been so lovely to see both the children and the much needed sunshine this week. The teachers have started planning lots of exciting things between now and Easter - keep an eye on ClassDojo and your emails for the most up-to-date messages to help you keep on top of what’s going on!

     

    World Book Day
    We will be celebrating World Book Day next Friday 7th March and this year’s theme is dress as a word. We will be using the vocabulary bank we create as classes during the day. I am manifesting a perfect Friday by dressing as ‘calm’!

     

    Parent / Teacher Meetings
    Our next set of parent / teacher meetings have been scheduled for 19th and 20th March. Watch out for a booking form coming out next week.

     

    Mothers’ Day Lunch
    We will be celebrating those special ladies in our lives who care for us later in March (26th)  with a Mothers’ Day Lunch. The booking form will be going live soon, so keep an eye open for it.

     

    Mothers' Day Gift
    The PTA will be hosting a pop-up shop where children will be able to choose a gift to buy for their mum. This is a fantastic opportunity for the children to enjoy the independence of shopping “alone” and develop those important life skills of decision making, budgeting and spending money - the shop will be open between 24th and 28th March and the PTA will post more details closer to the date.

     

    Attendance
    Our attendance this week has been 97.3%, a fabulous team effort to fight off those nasty bugs that have been doing the rounds! Thank you for your support with this.

     

    Wishing you all a fabulous weekend and Ramadan Mubarak to any of our families observing the month of Ramadan from this evening!

    Mrs Hartley

     

    Upcoming dates 

    World Book Day

    7.3.25

    Please come to school dressed as a 'word'
    Year 3/4 Music Trip 11.3.25 Morning trip - Details to bear sent out. 
    Piano assembly  18.3.25 2 pm for the parents and families of those having lessons at school.

    Parents’ evenings

    19.3.25

    20.3.25

       3:30 - 6:30pm

       3:30 - 6:30pm

    Mothers' Day Lunch

     26.3.25

    Booking form to be sent soon.
    PTA Mothers' Day Pop-up shop 24.3.25 - 28.3.25 £2.50 per gift 
    PTA Recycle 4 School 31.3.25

    Old clothing, bags, jewellery etc...
    To be dropped off at school to be recycled for school funds on this date.

    Read More

February 2025