Friday 23 July 2021
Thursday 22 July 2021
Amazing Awards
Star Writers
These children have used a range of powerful vocabulary and techniques to become a Star Writer. Well done to Riley(Northern Ireland) Ella and Victoria (Antigua), Camelia and Domas (Barbados), Roman E (Palau) Sai, David T and Mahir (Jamaica) and Leo (St Lucia).
Tracker Awards
Congratulations to Abina (Kenya) for completing her Silver Tracker Award.
Certificate of Presentation
Well done to Tommy (Northern Ireland) who presented his work beautifully.
Reading Awards
Congratulations to Moksha (Palau) for achieving a Silver Reading Award, to Kajus (Greece) for achieving a Gold Reading Award and to Ruby (Barbados) for achieving a Platinum award.
Mathletics Award
Congratulations to Michael N (Northern Island) and Sophia (Scotland) for achieving their Bronze award.
E for Excellence Winners
Congratulations to everyone who achieved an award this week, we are very proud of you!
Weekly Newsletter - 22/07/2021 - Important Information
Dear Parents and Carers,
Summer School Holiday Meal Scheme
The government has extended the COVID Local Support Grant. The School Holiday Meal Scheme will provide £90
(£15 per week) per child to cover the 6 week summer break to families who are eligible and apply. If you wish to check your eligibility, use the School Holiday Meal link. The applications close at 5:00 tomorrow.
Pupil Premium Funding
Pupil Premium is a government scheme designed to support children from lower income families in order to provide them with the best possible start to their education.
Children who are eligible can have free school lunches (worth over £400 per year) and may receive financial assistance from the school for uniform, trips, breakfast club and other school clubs which require a payment to join.
This is possible because the school receives additional funding for every eligible child whose parents successfully register. All information concerning Pupil Premium children is treated completely confidentially and does not affect any other benefits currently being claimed. To check your eligibility or to apply, please use the Pupil Premium link.
Y3 parents in September
Please remember, school lunches must be paid for via Squid. The government funding of free school lunches finishes when children leave Y2. However, Pupil Premium children will continue to receive free meals.
School Calendar for 2021-22
September school update
Following guidance from the Department of Education, we can share our plans for September. This is of course subject to change, but we sincerely hope we can offer a more typical school experience which we have all missed over the last 16 months.
Nursery
Mornings 8:30 to 11:30
Lunch 11:30 to 12:15
Afternoon 12:15 to 3:15
EYFS/KS1/ARP
Doors open 8:30
Children to be in class 8:40
Lunch 12:00 to 1:00
Finish 3:00
KS2
Doors open 8:30
Children to be in class 8:40
Lunch 12:30 to 1:30
Finish 3:10
● Facemasks for adults on the school premises is optional, but very much permitted if you wish.
● We will continue to operate the one way system in both playgrounds as it works well.
● School will remain open for lessons on Friday afternoons.
● Bubbles will not be in place. Children and staff will be able to mix (e.g. assembly, playground).
● ABACUS Breakfast Club will start (see the office for an application form).
● Clubs will restart (details to follow next term).
● Trips may go ahead (subject to a school Risk Assessment being agreed).
● Parent events will resume (e.g. Parents Evening).
Holiday Activity Programme
Playdays Preschool 8, Myplace, Harold Hill is part of the Holiday Activity and Food programme 2021 which is funded by the Department for Education and supports children from who are in receipt of Pupil Premium funding. They are offering funded spaces for 4 hrs for 5 days over the middle 4 weeks of the school holidays for children aged 4 to 7 years. If you are interested in securing a place or wish to know more, phone 07595603498 and ask to speak with Claire.
Summer Camp!
Attendance
This year’s overall attendance was 94.7% which is our highest in 3 years. Well done and thank you to everyone!
Key Information and dates
Wednesday 1st September School Closed to children - Staff INSET day.
Thursday 2nd September Back to school (8.30 doors open with children to be in class for 8.40).
Monday 6th September Phone calls home to new YR parents (until Wednesday 8th September).
Monday 6th September Phone calls home to Nursery parents (all week).
Thursday 9th September YR Stay & Play for the children and parents (in small groups).
Friday 10th September YR Stay & Play for the children and parents (in small groups).
Monday 13th September Nursery Stay & Play Sessions (all week).
Monday 13th September YR children new to Mead (8.30 - 11.30 every day this week).
Monday 13th September YR children who attended the Mead Nursery (12.30 - 3.00 every day this week).
Monday 20th September Nursery 30 hour children start.
Monday 20th September All YR children attend school full time.
Monday 27th September Nursery part-time children start.
Friday 22nd October Last day of school.
Monday 1st November School Closed to children - Staff INSET day.
Tuesday 2nd November Back to school.
Friday 17th December Last day of school.
Thank you for everything you have done this year and for your support in what has been another very challenging and disruptive year for you, our children and our staff. I hope you enjoy a lovely summer, remain well and we look forward to seeing you for our first day of the new term on Thursday 2nd September. To our Year 6 children, I wish you every success and luck at your new schools and hope you will be very happy.
Take care and stay safe.
Mr D Denchfield
Executive Headteacher, The Learning Federation
Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 at Mead Primary School - Yr5
Dear Parents and Carers in Year 5,
This morning, I was notified that more than one pupil in Year 5 has tested positive for COVID-19. This
letter is to inform you of the current situation and provide advice on how to support your child.
Year 5 children must self-isolate with immediate effect up to and including Saturday 31st July.
Allcontacts are strongly advised to get a PCR test as soon as possible.
If your child has a cough, runny nose or any other symptoms, you are strongly advised to get them tested.
Please inform the school immediately if your child tests positive.
What to do if your child develops symptoms of COVID 19
● If your child develops symptoms of COVID-19, they should remain at home for at least 10 days
from the date when their symptoms appear.
● All other household members who remain well must stay at home and not leave the house for 10
days.
● The 10-day period starts from the day when the first person in the house became ill.
● Household members should not go to work, school or public areas and exercise should be taken
within the home.
● Household members staying at home for 10 days will greatly reduce the overall amount of
infection the household could pass on to others in the community.
● If you are able, move any vulnerable individuals (such as the elderly and those with underlying
health conditions) out of your home, to stay with friends or family for the duration of the home
isolation period.
● Contact the school immediately if your child develops symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of:
● new continuous cough and/or
● high temperature
● a loss of, or change in, normal sense of taste or smell (anosmia)
For most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness. If your child or anyone in the household
does develop symptoms, you can seek advice online at Symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or by
phoning NHS 111.
How to stop COVID-19 spreading
There are things you can do to help reduce the risk of you and anyone you live with getting ill with
COVID-19:
● wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
● use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
● wash your hands as soon as you get home
● cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or
sneeze
● put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards
Further Information
Check if you or your child has coronavirus symptoms
Self-isolation and treating coronavirus symptoms
Testing centres in Havering
I am so sorry that we have needed to close the Year 5 bubble for their last day of the school year. I know
the children will be really disappointed that they were not able to spend their last day with their friends
and staff. As a staff, we are also very sad and in particular Miss Doherty and Miss Reid who are leaving our
school this year. I can only hope that when we return in September, the children are able to enjoy an
uninterrupted Year 6.
As ever, thank you for your continued support.
Yours sincerely,
Mr D Denchfield
Executive Headteacher, The Learning Federation
Wednesday 21 July 2021
Tuesday 20 July 2021
Year 3 - Forest School - Week 10
Year 3 got to have their final forest school session today. The shade of the trees was most welcome. It was time for the favourites from our time together so we played zombies, used the hammock and had lots of imaginative play. The fire was lit, marshmallows were toasted, s’mores made and hot chocolate and squash enjoyed. We headed back inside just as the rain started to fall.
Enjoy your summer break Year 3!
Music Exam Stars
A huge congratulation to children who took the ABRSM piano exams in June 2021. They worked tirelessly in the last few months to catah up on their skills and we are not surprised that they all passed with good results. We are very proud of your achievement and wish you a wonderful Summer.
Germany's Cultural Week
After looking at Kings and Queens, Germany had a German feast day! We tried lots of different meats and cheeses, as well as apple juice and chocolate milk (very popular with German children). We also decorated our pretzels with some delicious desserts!
'My favourite was the pretzels,' said Remi. Lexi also liked the different foods, because it was fun to taste something different.
Firstly, we made the lanterns, and Germany proved how kind they are, as others buzzed around the classroom helping each other make their tricky lanterns. After these lanterns, we took a fake candle, and learned one of the traditional songs in German! No burning lanterns here!
'I liked making the lanterns, because it was fun to make something all together.' Daisy said.
We had a lot of fun learning a new culture this week!
EXCITING NEW CLASSES OPENING SEPTEMBER 2021 AT MEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL
EXCITING NEW CLASSES OPENING SEPTEMBER 2021 AT MEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL
TUESDAYS-MUSICAL THEATRE AND STREET DANCE
As some of you may know Miss Charlotte from Dance Theatre Arts Academy
had the pleasure of meeting many of the Mead pupils this half term at the
Musical Theatre after school club. The
club was a huge success. I am really
pleased to announce that from September DTA Academy will be expanding their
school and opening a branch at Mead Primary School. The lessons on offer
will be Musical Theatre and Street Dance on a Tuesday evening as detailed
below:
Tuesdays - Hall 1
16.15 – 17.00 Mini Bopz (Street Dance
& Musical Theatre) for children aged 3-5 years
17.00 – 17.45 Junior Street Dance – School Years 1
& 2
17.45 – 18.30 Middle Street Dance – School Years 3 – 6
Tuesdays – Hall 2
16.15 – 17.00 Junior Musical Theatre – School Years 1 &
2
17.00 – 17.45 Middle Musical Theatre – School Years 3 - 6
For further information please contact Miss Charlotte on the details
below-
info@dancetheatreartsacademy.co.uk
www.dancetheatreartsacademy.co.uk
01708 922219
Monday 19 July 2021
Confirmed Case of COVID-19 at Mead Primary School - Australia class
Dear Parents and Carers in Australia,,
This afternoon, I was notified that a member of staff in Australia has tested positive for COVID-19. This letter is to inform you of the current situation and provide advice on how to support your child.
As we were only made aware of the positive test at 2-00 this afternoon, you should collect your child
as usual at the end of the school day. Australia Class must self-isolate with immediate effect up to and
including Monday 26th July. All contacts are strongly advised to get a PCR test as soon as possible.
as usual at the end of the school day. Australia Class must self-isolate with immediate effect up to and
including Monday 26th July. All contacts are strongly advised to get a PCR test as soon as possible.
We will use Google Classroom for some learning and fun activities for the final 3 days of the term. If
your child does not have access to a computer and you would like to use a school Chromebook, please
contact the school office.
If your child has a cough, runny nose or any other symptoms, you are strongly advised to get them tested.
Please inform the school immediately if your child tests positive.
What to do if your child develops symptoms of COVID 19
● If your child develops symptoms of COVID-19, they should remain at home for at least 10 days
from the date when their symptoms appear.
● All other household members who remain well must stay at home and not leave the house for 10
days.
● The 10-day period starts from the day when the first person in the house became ill.
● Household members should not go to work, school or public areas and exercise should be taken
within the home.
● Household members staying at home for 10 days will greatly reduce the overall amount of
infection the household could pass on to others in the community.
● If you are able, move any vulnerable individuals (such as the elderly and those with underlying
health conditions) out of your home, to stay with friends or family for the duration of the home
isolation period.
● Contact the school immediately if your child develops symptoms or tests positive for COVID-19.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of:
● new continuous cough and/or
● high temperature
● a loss of, or change in, normal sense of taste or smell (anosmia)
For most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness. If your child or anyone in the household
does develop symptoms, you can seek advice online at Symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or by
phoning NHS 111.
How to stop COVID-19 spreading
There are things you can do to help reduce the risk of you and anyone you live with getting ill with
COVID-19:
● wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
● use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
● wash your hands as soon as you get home
● cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or
sneeze
● put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards
I apologise for the inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your continued support.
Yours sincerely,
Mr D Denchfield
Executive Headteacher, The Learning Federation
Meet the Teacher
Monday 19th July 2021
Dear Parents and Carers,
This afternoon, the children were introduced to their new teacher and support staff in their new classroom for next
year. Year 5 did not spend time in their new classroom as the new Year 6 block is not quite ready. However, I did give them a tour of the new build which they were very excited to see. Their new classrooms will look fantastic once finished!
We will arrange for children in Egypt to meet Miss Morgaine and for the children in New Zealand to meet Miss Gibson tomorrow afternoon when they all return back to school following the bubble closure. In addition, we will make plans for the children in Jamaica to meet Miss Miklaucich once she returns to school (she was unwell today).
As you will see, there are a number of staff changes in September. At the end of this term, we will be saying goodbye to Mrs Shah, Mrs Wagner, Miss Bloom, Miss Reid, Miss Doherty, Miss Bush and Mrs Rand. We wish them every success in their new roles and would like to thank them for everything they have done for our school, especially over the last 18 months which has been a particularly challenging time.
In September, we are pleased to welcome Miss Adams, Miss Johnson, Miss Holmes, Mrs Gladman, Miss Ward and
Miss Marris to our teaching team. They met with their new class this afternoon and are very much looking forward to working with your children next year.
Miss Murray will be on maternity leave in September and we wish her well with her exciting family news.
Yours sincerely,
Mr D Denchfield
Executive Headteacher, The Learning Federation
In September, we are pleased to welcome Miss Adams, Miss Johnson, Miss Holmes, Mrs Gladman, Miss Ward and
Miss Marris to our teaching team. They met with their new class this afternoon and are very much looking forward to working with your children next year.
Miss Murray will be on maternity leave in September and we wish her well with her exciting family news.
Yours sincerely,
Mr D Denchfield
Executive Headteacher, The Learning Federation
Friday 16 July 2021
Cultural Week in New Zealand Class
For cultural week New Zealand Class have been learning all about their country.
We learnt about the Haka and performed a version of our own. Look at those scary faces!
Cultural week in Palau Class
This week the children in Palau have been learning all about their country. They discovered that you can swim with jellyfish in Jellyfish Lake - and they won't sting you! They also found out about other animals that live in the tropical climate. Here is some of their wonderful artwork depicting those animals:
Abacus Breakfast Clubs
Abacus
After School Clubs
Partners
Kayley Harrington & Sharon Williams
Tel: 07903 708764
Dear Parent/Carers,
Abacus runs Breakfast and After School Clubs in the local area. Abacus has been running since 2004 and all our settings are graded Outstanding by Ofsted. We are excited to be opening a Breakfast Club from the beginning of the Autumn term just for the children of Mead School.
Times
We will be open from 7.30am until the start of the school day, Monday to Friday term time only. The Breakfast Club will be held in the same hall from September and all children will need to be brought to the door of the Breakfast Club so we can sign your child in.
Activities
We will be providing a variety of tabletop games, tabletop air hockey, pool, and football. Craft activities will be on offer, and bubbles permitting we will have darts and a xbox.
Food options
At Abacus, your children will be offered cereals, toast, and a daily special. This may be beans or spaghetti on toast, bagels, croissants, or yoghurt with fruit and honey, all dietary requirements will be considered.
Pupil Premium Funding
Parents who are eligible for Pupil Premium funding can have their Breakfast Club paid for by the School. Please contact Kayley at Abacus on 07903708764 to discuss this in confidence. We will then liaise with the school to make the necessary arrangements.
Prices
The cost per session will be £3.50. We do not take cash; fees need to be paid online from your bank account to ours. You need to pay for your session prior to attending or pay at the beginning of the week for the days you require. If you pay for a session and then do not attend the next day this will stay on your account as a credit.
Account number 15176968 sort code 309344 you will need to put your child’s name and (MEA) in the reference.
Paperwork/enrolment
The existing Breakfast Club have forms onsite for you to fill in and the School office will have copies as well. If you fill them in and return them to the office, we will be in School on Tuesday 20th July to collect them. We will also have forms on our first morning that you can fill in before dropping off your child.
Care plans/medication
If your child has a care plan in School or has any medication such as asthma pump or epipen, we need to speak with you prior to your child starting, please call Kayley on 07903708764
Website
Information about Abacus and to print off Breakfast club paperwork, our website address is abacusafterschoolclubs.co.uk
We hope you have a lovely summer break and look forward to seeing you in September.
Sharon and Kayley
Abacus
After School Clubs
Partners
Kayley Harrington & Sharon Williams
Tel: 07903 708764
On your marks, get set ....... GO
The sun came out for year one's sports day this week. The children from Palau, Australia and New Zealand had a wonderful time competing against each other in lots of fun activities, such as the egg and spoon race, beanbag throwing competition, dressing the teacher race, the sack race and the relay running race. As you can see from the pictures below a brilliant time was had by all. And the winning class was..............Australia. Well done to them!
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