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Friday 10th January 2025
Welcome back to school and Happy New Year!
In our whole school assembly this week, we looked at how the arrival of a new year is celebrated all around the world. We considered how different cultures or religions mark the changing of a year at different times depending on the calendar they use. We also noted that the day we were holding the assembly was also Christmas Day in the Christian Orthodox tradition. Finally, we also thought about that, regardless of when and how it is celebrated, in most cultures and traditions new year is a time to look forward and make resolutions for the following year.
The children have made a great start to the new year. I showed a number of prospective new parents around the school this week. They were very impressed at how calm and focused the children were in their lessons so soon after coming back to school.
This brilliant attitude from all of our children has made it even harder than usual for teachers to spot our Values Certificate winners this week. However after some difficult decisions certificates were awarded to Finley, Jesse, Will, Archie, Will, Idris, Olivia, Eliza, Evan, Ali and William. Well done everyone!
January Census Day
Thursday 16th January is School Census Day. The number of school meals we serve that day affects the funding we receive from the government next year. Therefore it would help the school, if as many children could have a school meal on Thursday (it will be Fish Fingers)! So even if your child normally has packed lunch, please sign them up for a school meal on Thursday - it will be a great help to us as it can make a big difference to the funding we get for the children. (Remember all children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are entitled to free lunches every day).
Attendance and Punctuality
Our school attendance is currently 94.98% at the end of the last term. This is below our school and national target. During assembly this week we talked to the children about a whole school resolution to work together to improve attendance and punctuality so that all children are in school and ready to learn, have fun and be with their friends.
We announced our termly attendance prizes for Term 2. Juniper class won best Attendance for Term 2 with 97.4% and Hazel class won the award for the class with the least number of late marks. Well done to Hazel and Juniper class. These classes win a £30 prize to spend on wet play games, new books or a class treat that the children and teacher decide on together.
Attendance below 90%
If your child's attendance record shows that their attendance since September has fallen below 90% you will be notified of this next week. Please do not be alarmed by this. Schools have a duty to report on attendance to parents and inform them when attendance falls below a certain threshold (90%.) There will be individual reasons why your child has not been in school and you may well have already discussed these with us. If you receive this notification and would like a discussion about how to support you and your child to raise their attendance please speak to Miss Mullen or Mrs Jackson on the gate about this or make an appointment with the school office. We are here to help you.
After School Clubs Page On Our Website
Please check our After School Clubs page on the website for all the information about our clubs starting week commencing 20th January 2025 and how to apply for a place. Here is the link to the page:
We Value Your Feedback: SEND Provision Questionnaire
We are conducting an audit of our SEND provision, communication, and information-sharing processes, and we would greatly appreciate your input. A questionnaire has been sent out to gather your thoughts and suggestions, which are essential in helping us improve and tailor our support for children with SEND.
The questionnaire is quick to complete, and your feedback will play a vital role in shaping our future practices. If you haven’t received the questionnaire or would like more information, please contact the school office. Link here: https://forms.gle/b9DFpEEYCjcKY3cb6
Thank you for your support in ensuring the best outcomes for all our pupils!
Bristol Great Run - 11th May 2025
Fancy a new year challenge? Join the school’s PTFA team and run either 10k or a half marathon to raise funds! We will do all the entry admin and pay your fee - all you have to do is raise sponsorship and run!
Join the PTFA WhatsApp group for more information: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KA15ZdUEXrJBKeMrlKiFT0
Children's thermals wanted
Year 2 need some children's thermals or skins for our nurture group visits to Watercress Farm this Winter/Spring. If you have any you don't need any more we'd be really grateful. Please send to the school office or Mrs Walker in Mulberry Class.
New Reception School Applications for September 2025
The closing date to make a new Reception school application for September 2025 is 15th January 2025. Parents and carers must make an application even if your child already has a sibling attending our school. For families living in Bristol, the preferred method of application is online at Apply for a new reception primary place (bristol.gov.uk).
Important Dates for Term 3
- Saturday 18th January 2025 Bedminster Lantern Parade
- Friday 31st January 2025 INSET DAY
- Tuesday 11th February 2025 SEND Information meeting at 9am & 3.30pm
- Tuesday 11th February 2025 PTFA Disco (Reception, Years 3 and 4)
- Thursday 13th February 2025 PTFA Disco (Years 1 and 2, Years 5 and 6)
- Thursday 13th February 2025 PTFA Quiz Night
- Friday 14th February 2025 PTFA cake and Uniform sale after school
- Friday 14th February 2025 Last day of term
- Monday 24th February 2025 INSET DAY
Remember that you can see all of the term dates and INSET days on the term dates page of this website. These and other important dates are also on the website calendar.
Bristol Parent Carers
Bristol Parent Carers offer a range of free support sessions designed to support parents and carers of children with SEND.
It's easy to book just visit https://bit.ly/Getbookednow to secure your place!
Shine Holiday Club
Shine are running Holiday Clubs this February Half Term in Southville!
Holiday Club days run from 9:00 – 15:30 with extended hours available if needed. Choose from a huge range of activities from Cookery Workshops, Creative Extravaganza, Mini Drama Days, Little Steppers Dance, Mini Mashup, Gymnastics and Play-in-a-Day!
Enjoy 20% off all activities at Southville! Use the code: Early Booker in your basket for 20% off.
Click here to book your activities with a discount. We can’t wait to see you at Shine!