Welcome to this week's newsletter. It was fantastic to see you at our parents' evenings this week, and to share the work and progress your children have achieved. Our teachers found they were talking about determination and growth mindset a lot, because everyone has been trying really hard. We also celebrated the determination shown by two pupils in our assembly this week. Leo and Noah showcased their Grade 1 piano pieces, and had the whole assembly enraptured.

Have you ever High Fived the Lord Mayor?

Year 4 walked to the Bristol Council House this week, for an audience with the Lord Mayor. They were joined by pupils from Hotwells Primary School and Cathedral Primary School too, for a debate on technology in schools (and whether we can save energy by limiting its use). The Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Bristol Paul Goggin (and the sword bearer) presided over the debate, after which we learned a little more about the council chamber and his role. It was a fantastic trip - Year 4 can be very proud of their hard work in preparing for the debate. We were particularly impressed by the speeches made by Hafsa and Toby!

Sport Relief Reminder

On Wednesday 27th March (next week), we will be raising money for Comic Relief by having our own Sport Relief day. We are looking forward to a fun physical day, in which children will each take part in an obstacle course. Children may come to school dressed in something sporty, or as their favourite sports person. To raise money, children can bring a donation in cash (we suggest £1) or you can donate on the school gateway.

Butterfly Conservation

The Green Team were great ambassadors for the school and the environment this week. They met with Angus from the Butterfly Conservation charity who have some lottery funding to help us support pollinators.  They did a survey of butterfly habitats in the school grounds and looked at what was missing and how we could improve planting for caterpillars and butterflies. The Green Team had lots of curious questions and creative ideas and showed great determination to help butterflies and moths!

Moose

Moose Afterschool Club are currently recruiting new volunteer Directors to help run the charity which provides essential after school childcare. Please see the details on this advert:

Other Information

• Party Peeps are hosting an Easter Party at Redcatch Community Centre on 4th April. Last week, we offered the chance to win free family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) and the winner was Rachel Harnett. The event is still open to all - see the poster below for more details.

• Bristol Family Blog have published their Easter Holidays Guide for Bristol families. You can find it at: https://bristolfamilyblog.com/bristol-easter-holidays

• This Easter, Munchkins Childcare are offering funded play sessions for children in receipt of income based free school meals under the Holidays, Activities and Food (HAF) scheme. The four hour play session includes a cookery activity where we will be exploring Indian cuisine, arts and crafts, child-led play both indoors and out, learning about healthy eating/exploring foods and the children will also have a free hot meal. This is available for children in receipt of Free School Meals (Pupil Premium).

Remember that next week in school is just four days long, because of the Good Friday Bank Holiday. Our newsletter will come out a day early on Thursday evening. Have a lovely weekend!