Dear Parents and Carers,
Hope you had a great week!
We’re kicking things off with a huge thanks to the Friends of Kilmorie, Ashleigh, and the Early Years team for the wonderful Early Years Garden Party. It was a wonderful afternoon and lots of fun – and of course raising money to improve the provision for our youngest children. Thank you to all the volunteers – without you we could not run the event.
I was in the petting area for most of the afternoon and I spoke to the man who brought up the animals from his place near Longleat. He commented that our school was wonderful and had well behaved children and polite parents! He had a great afternoon and said that he didn’t have to speak to any child to be careful with the animals – unheard of!
And of course, a massive well done to all our Year 6 students who completed their SATS this week! They have shown perseverance, resilience, and determination, and we couldn’t be prouder of them.
We have had a plethora of trips this week. Year 4 have visited Deptford Creek and Reception Classes have visited Surrey Docks Farm.
On Friday, Sarah C’s class gave an informative and energetic performance on a journey back to Ancient Egypt. The children were fantastic, and we certainly learnt a lot.
Vision and Hearing Screening for children in Reception
A letter has been sent out, via email, to all Reception parents about the Vision and Hearing Screening on the 11th June – please check your email for more information.
Clothing
In the Newsletter a few weeks ago, I spoke about safety in the sun. Can we ensure that children do not wear `spaghetti` straps or wear crop tops – exposing midriffs. Additionally, can footwear be appropriate for use in school – trainers for PE sessions for example. Footwear such as beach flip flops are not suitable.
Attendance Codes
There have been some queries from parents regarding absence codes below are 5 of the main codes given daily for further information on codes please see the attendance policy.
L – Late between 9-9-30 but before the register is closed
U – Unauthorised absence for arriving after the register shuts at 9.30
C – Authorised absence for an exceptional circumstance – no blanket approach, school discretion
I – Authorised absence as the child is unable to attend due to illness
M – Authorised for a medical appointment (evidence may be asked for especially if attendance is low)
You can also review and print your child’s attendance certificate on the Arbor portal and app.
8.30-8.45
A quick reminder that pupils (and parents) arriving at school after 8.30 will not be allowed onto the school site (unless they have an appointment) until 8.45 when the gates open. Children cannot go to Breakfast Club after 8.30.
Walk to School Week
Next week is walk to school week.
According to campaigners Living Streets: 'A generation ago, 70% of us walked to school - now it's less than half.'
