Head teacher’s update
It was lovely to welcome our children back, on Tuesday. Despite the wet weather, we have had a great week! This half term, our core value focus is perseverance and we have been thinking about what we can achieve before the end of the school year. It is great to hear so many children speaking with such determination about their targets and ambitions.
Well done to our gymnastics team who competed in the gymnastics competition. Our football team showed great resilience when they played a friendly against Belle Vue, in the pouring rain. Thank you to all of the children who have participated in this week’s competitive activities.
You should have received letters via email regarding the Parent Governor Election. We currently have two vacancies; nominations must be received by 12 noon, Monday 16th June.
Collective Worship
This week, we have been thinking about the Feast of Pentecost and how the disciples followed Jesus’ instructions to go to Jerusalem and await the Holy Spirit. We talked about how the Holy Spirit provided the disciples with a very special kind of energy and motivation.
This led us to thinking about where our energy and motivation comes from. Our Core Value focus this half term is perseverance. We have taken time this week to think about where we can get our special energy and motivation to achieve our very best, before the end of the school year.
Holidays in Term Time
If you are intending to take your child on holiday in term time, an ‘Application for Leave of Absence in Term Time’ must be completed in advance in all instances and returned to school.
This form can be requested from the school office or downloaded from the school website. It can be found in the Parents Area under the ‘Holiday in Term Time’ page and also the ‘Attendance’ page where you will find further information.
If you are on holiday and your child usually attends OSCAR club, please remember to cancel any bookings at least 72 hours in advance so as not to incur a charge.
Music Lessons with Dudley Performing Arts
We are working with Dudley Performing Arts (DPA) to provide music lessons in school and now is the time to start! The team at DPA have decades of experience and are the biggest provider of music education in our area. Students can start learning for as little as £9.00 a session. If you would like your child to start learning an instrument simply click on the link below to find out more and how to enrol.
Lessons can take place in school making it easy to fit in around your busy family lives, or at our music centre, Cable Plaza after school.
https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/dudley-performing-arts/information-for-parents-and-young-people/music-lessons-in-schools/
DPA learn to play poster (1)
Immunisation Catch-up
Please see the information below we have been asked to share with our families:
Immunisation Catch-Up Clinic Information June & July 2025
30 Hours Childcare
The Department for Education has asked us to share with you the Childcare Choices website which gives information on how to apply for 30 hours of childcare.
Please follow the link below;
https://mailchi.mp/education.gov.uk/apply-now-for-30-hours-childcare-to-start-your-place-in-september?e=7df599fd1b
Father’s Day Sale
3N Rainforest Art
3N have enjoyed exploring the work of Ruth Daniel’s in art. They have explored the use of tone and line and have created some wonderful final pieces. Here are some examples of our work painted using water colour.
Year 1 and 2 Sun Safety Workshop
Year 1 and 2 have taken part in a Staying Safe on holiday with Dog, Duck and Cat in regards to Sun Safety. 1/2B talked about how they should try their best to help keep everyone safe, for question 5. Not just ourselves and those we care about, as there may be younger children playing nearby and someone will care about them! So just because they don’t know them, doesn’t mean they shouldn’t keep them safe too.
Key Messages that the children took away from the session…
- They need to respect the sun because if they don’t, they might regret it
- Anyone can get burnt by the sun, no matter what skin colour they are
- Playing in water is great fun, but we need to take care as it can be dangerous as well
- Even very shallow water can be dangerous, especially to little children
- Having skills needed to deal with difficult situations can help to keep us safe
- They should try their best to help keep themselves, and those they care about, safe
Take One Picture
This week saw the launch of the National Gallery’s Take One Picture project. Throughout the school the children have been introduced to the selected painting ‘A Regatta On The Grand Canal’ by Canaletto. Over the next few weeks children will create cross curricular works linked to the painting. We are very excited to see where this project takes us. There is a possibility that some of our children’s work could be displayed in The National Gallery in London. Watch this space for updates. In the meantime take a look at how Reception started their project.
The Great Beanstalk Race
Following our Jack and the Beanstalk themed week, we transplanted our class beanstalks. They have both grown so much! We are having a beanstalk race, who do you think will win? If you would like to send in photos of your child’s beanstalk from home, please email them to the info box at school and we can add them to our website gallery.
