Dear Families,

 

Careers Related Learning (CRL)
We have had our Regional Director from the Trust in school this week.  As well as focusing on our teaching of English and the work in the children’s books, she has also looked at the CRL journals.

The CRL journals show your children’s aspirations, questions they have asked about various jobs and the range of careers which they have learnt about .  They are so lovely to read as they all show each and every child really is aiming high.

 

As part of our CRL curriculum, we would like to ask any ex-pupils if they would like to come into school to talk to the children (a class of their choice) about their education/career.  

It only needs to be 5/10 minutes (or longer if you choose).  The children love listening and learning about different careers.  They will no doubt want to ask about what you did at school, where you went when you left Friarswood and how you got the career you have chosen.

 

We would be really grateful if you could pass this to anyone you know who used to come to Friarswood.

 

What’s App class groups / Social Media
In response to the national news story about parent’s prosecution over comments made online and in Whatsapp groups:

We are aware that there are different Whatsapp groups across the classes designed to keep everyone informed and up to date with school events.  I am, however, aware that there is a minority of parents who can use this as a means of negative communication.  I would urge you to bring any concerns straight to school so that you have a clear understanding of what is taking place.  This will undoubtedly help to stop any unnecessary worries, which is the last thing we want.

 

Chocolate Bingo
Thank you to everyone who has donated chocolate ready for the bingo next Wednesday.  We hope you can all make it.

 

Office - next week
Mrs Kumar will be out of the office on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. There may be delays answering the phone and the gate, which we apologise for in advance.

 

Easter Celebrations
Don’t forget that next Friday we will be having our Easter celebrations, which you are welcome to join us for.  There will be an Easter bonnet parade by Early Years and KS1 (bonnets to be made at home) and the KS2 decorated egg competition (eggs to be decorated at home).  And of course - there will be some singing too.

 

Have a lovely weekend.  Enjoy the sunshine.

Take care and stay safe.

Mrs Wilmer

Upcoming events

 

Chocolate Bingo	09.04.25 6pm	Please join us for our much-loved PTA event, Chocolate Bingo! The fun begins at 6 pm.
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
End of Term	11.04.25	We hope you all enjoy the Easter break.
Return to school	28.04.25	We are back to school on Monday 28th April 2025.
Bank holiday Monday	05.05.25	School closed

Dear Families,

It’s been lovely to see so many of you in school this week to discuss your child’s progress with the teachers.  If you didn’t get a chance to make an appointment, your teacher will be making contact with you to arrange a suitable time.

 

Sporting events
We’ve had two sporting events this week.

Football.  Our football team was amazing and won the Newcastle School’s League. 

Cross Country - A group of children took part in the Newcastle Cross-country , each child achieving their own super results.

We are so proud of these sporting children.  They have shown resilience and a real enthusiasm to achieve their very best.

Well done to all of you. 

 

Year 3 swimming
Next Friday (28th) is the last swimming session of this term.  It’s the first year ever that we have had every child swimming without any swimming aids from the deep end to the shallow end.  They have been amazing.  We can’t wait to see what they achieve next term.

The dates for next term will be a little sporadic due to taking the older children swimming ready for the Newcastle swimming gala.  We will let you know the dates as soon as we have them.

 

Years 5 & 6 swimmers
Next term, we will be looking for some children to take part in the Newcastle swimming gala.  The children need to be strong, fast swimmers.   We will ask the children who would like to take part, and then we’ll practice the races and pick the fastest swimmers for the girls and the boys' teams.

If your child hasn’t swam for a while, they may want a little practice over the Easter holidays before we do our practice sessions.

I will send out more information about this, when I receive it.  

 

Nursery
The numbers for nursery in September are looking very promising, with only a couple of places left.  If there are any siblings that should be joining our Nursery in the next academic year, please can you let me know so that we can ensure there is a place for them.

 

Have a lovely weekend.

Take care and stay safe.

Mrs Wilmer

 

Upcoming events

PTA Mothers' Day Pop-up shop	24.3.25 - 28.3.25	£2.50 per gift
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
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