KS1 Playground
From Monday 31st January the KS1 playground will be open fully. The children will have designated doors to come into and leave from each day. Staff will be available to direct children to their designated doors. Year 2 will release the children at the end of the day from the Green gate by the new Y6 block.
Parking
Once again we ask that you are considerate of our neighbours when parking your cars. Residents have reported being blocked in by parents this week which adds additional and unwanted pressures to all. This week there was also a near miss on Amersham Road due to a car turning in the road. Please be mindful when turning and do so in a space that cannot cause harm to pedestrians or other road users.
School Holiday Meal Scheme
Through the Government’s Household Support Fund, the Council have allocated funding to continue the School Holiday Meal Scheme for February half-term. The funding will allow eligible families to receive £15 per child to cover the one week school break. The scheme provides funds to ensure that eligible families can purchase food over the holiday period to replace the meals a child would have received during a school day. The application window will open for a short period from Monday 31st January at 9am, closing on Friday 4th February at 5pm. Families who have previously received payment via the scheme do not need to reapply and will automatically receive the funds into their nominated bank.
Families can make a new claim if;
· they did not apply during any previous application periods, or
· they were not previously eligible, however their circumstances have changed and now are eligible, or
· they would like to claim for additional children who they have claimed for previously, but were not eligible at the time, or
· they would like to claim for additional children who they’ve not applied for in the past.
Details about the scheme will be updated on the Council’s website from Wednesday 26 January, with the application form going live from Monday 31 January at 9 am.
The 2 Johns’ E-Safety Parent and Carer Workshop
We would love for you to join us on Wednesday 23rd February at 9am for an E-Safety workshop which will be run by The 2 Johns’ . The 2 Johns are both qualified Police Trainers, CEOP Ambassador trainers and have a wealth of practical knowledge and experience to support, guide and inform parents, carers, staff and pupils through a digital age and learning to stay safe online. We look forward to seeing you there!
Information for Year 5 parents- Year 6 residential 2023
We are gathering opinions and preferences of parents and carers of current Year 5 classes regarding the Year 6 residential that will take place in Summer 2023. It is important that we have this information as soon as possible so that we are able to secure and book the preferred residential for the children to enjoy. Please complete the form by clicking the link- Year 6 residential 2023
Swimming
We kindly request that parents and carers do not attend swimming lessons that are arranged in school. Staff are asked to follow the procedures, guidelines and risk assessment set by school to ensure the safety of all pupils.
Key Information and dates
School Ping
Squid login
Havering Catering Lunch Menu
Friday 11th February Last day of school.
Monday 21st February School Closed to children - Staff INSET Day
Tuesday 22nd February Children return to school (8-40 start as normal)
Wednesday 23rd February The 2 Johns’ E-safety workshop for Parents and carers KS2 Hall at 9am
Thursday 10th March Reading and Phonics Parent Partnership Morning in the KS2 hall at 9am
Monday 28th March Parents Evening (more information to follow)
Tuesday 28th March Parents Evening (more information to follow)
Yours sincerely,
Ms A Holmes
Head of School
