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2006 / 07 Number 15 . March 23rd 2007
Dear Parents,
It will soon
be the end of term so here are a few items of news and events to see us through
to the end of term. Don’t forget that the clocks go forward this weekend so
next week we will have darker mornings but lighter evenings.
Open Morning.
It
was good to see so many of you in school for open morning last Friday and
especially the number of dads who were able to make it. We hope you enjoyed the
opportunity to share your child’s work and look at the displays in school. A big thank you to our team of support staff for organising the
crèche in the hall. This once again seemed to be very successful and
busy.
Comic Relief : Red Nose Day : Friday March 16th
Were we mad ? Well, I did wonder whether Comic Relief and Open
Morning on the same day was a good idea but it seemed to be fine and a
brilliant amount of money was raised. The total combining donations on the day,
the sale of red noses and a competition in the staff room raised an amazing
total of £245.32. I am sure that
those of you who watched the coverage on television last Friday night will know
that the money will support a number of very worthwhile causes in the
Open Morning for Prospective Parents :
Thursday 29th March 9.30 to 11.30am
Its
not too late to let anyone you know you know with a child due to start in
September 2008 that they are most welcome to come along to our open morning.
Our new prospectus will be available and we will be showcasing a variety of
activities that take place at Oldfield Park Infants’ School.
Don’t forget to come along and support our runners, Chris
and George. Our banner is made and we need plenty of children to hold it up as
the runners pass by. If you would like to come and show your support outside Kingsmead Motors the runners expect to be there at about
12noon, so if we meet there at 11.45 that should be fine. I am sure we will
spot other parents and friends of the school including Sarah Barnes, mum of
Gabriel in Purple Class. We also wish
any other parents and friends running success in the event and hope that the
weather will be kind.
Parent Governor
We are pleased to
welcome Hayley Andrews as our new parent governor. I
am sure that Hayley is known to many of you already.
She is the mum of Robbie in Red Class and her older son Owen is in Year 3 at
the junior school. The official notice declaring her duly elected is on the
notice board.
School Website
The website has been
updated with lots of new photos in particular several of ‘The Mystery’ theme
week and my recent visit to the
Playground Working Party : Sunday
April 29th
We are planning a
working party morning from 10am to 1pm to help prepare the school grounds for
the summer term. Tasks will include placing bark on the paths in the wildlife
area and on the organic garden. The loan of wheelbarrows to move bark across
the playground would be appreciated and a supply of shovels would be good too.
Children are welcome with their parents, I am sure they can help too.
Shelters and Shade
As summer approaches
we are planning to improve the school grounds by providing three shelters, one
in each of the reception outdoor areas and another in the quiet area of the
main playground. The reception shelters will enable the children to play more
safely in sunny weather and extend the use of the areas in less favourable
weather too. The quiet area shelter has a dual purpose, protection from the sun
and the rain for both the children during school hours and for parents waiting
at the beginning and end of the day.
SATs Meeting for Year 2 Parents
Please
come along on Monday April 23rd at 6.30pm to find out more about
the Year 2 assessments which will be taking place up to the end of May. We will
explain what the assessment tests and tasks involve, how we prepare your child
in school, what you can do as parents and give you the chance to see past
years’ activities.
Time Bank Healthy
Living Week
Year 1 had a great time when Time Bank visited on Monday for
a Healthy Cooking Challenge session. The children made fruit kebabs, smoothies and sandwiches.
This is all part of the run up to Time Bank’s Healthy Living
Week which takes place in the Ester holidays. Every family has been sent home a
programme with this newsletter. Please take time to have a look at what is
happening and consider joining in. I know that those families who took part
last year had a great time.
Holidays In Term Time
As head teacher I am
allowed to authorise up to 10 days holiday per year although I am discouraged
from doing so except in the most exceptional circumstances. I have discussed
this with the governors and we do realise that the decisions of many families
to take holidays in term time are guided by price and working patterns. We also
feel that there can be benefits to children in having a family holiday,
although overall attendance does have to be taken into account including
periods of illness.
Holidays will not be authorised for Year 2 children during May when
statutory assessments take place and should be avoided in April when we are
preparing for these.
Two Tunnels Project
This project is being implemented by the ‘Two Tunnels Group’
B&NES and Sustrans. Its aim is to create a shared
path for cyclists and pedestrians linking
Parent Partnership
Service
The Parent Partnership Service is pleased to announce
the launch of its School Based Independent Parent Supporter Service based at
Do you have concerns about your child’s education ?
Does your child have Special Educational Needs ?
From Tuesday March 27th 2007 the service
is available to parents of children with Special Educational Needs in the Bath
West area to offer impartial information, advice and guidance to parents/carers
of children aged 0-19. IPS will be available on Tuesdays 10am to 12noon term
time only.
To make an appointment telephone the Parental
Partnership Service on 01225 394476 (Tuesday to Thursday 9.00am to 3pm term
time only.)
For further information, and details of how to become
a volunteer Independent Parental Supporter, please contact the Parent
Partnership Service Helpline 01225 394294 or email: parent_partnership@bathnes.gov.uk
A variety of performances are taking place at different
venues. Those which are most appropriate for the infant age group are as follows :
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Date |
Performance |
Venue |
Age |
Times |
Tickets |
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Sat. 7th April |
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice |
the egg |
3+ |
11am and 2pm |
£6 / £4 |
|
Sun 8th April |
Pinnochio |
the egg |
5+ |
2pm and 4.30pm |
£7 / £5 |
|
Sat.14th April |
Tiddalick |
the egg |
3 to 7 |
11am |
£6 / £4 |
Magic Carpet
Adventures
If you have a pre school child and are interested in them
experiencing Drama, Music , Movement , Songs and
Stories this may be of interest. Classes are taking place in
Yours sincerely
Jo Claridge
Headteacher
PTA Update
Just a quick note to inform
parents that that I will be standing down from my post as joint chair of the
PTA at the end of the Spring Term. I will continue to fully support PTA events
but unfortunately need
to focus more of my time on work commitments.
The good news is that Jo Brimble will continue in her role as PTA Chair.
However a new Co-Chair is really needed. I am confident that someone will be in
a position to step in and help Jo.
I know you will all agree
that our children attend a fantastic school and the PTA plays a vital role in
enhancing our children’s learning experience.
Many
thanks to all the parents who have supported me in my role over the past 18
months.
PTA SECRETARY
I am very pleased to
announce that Maria Coles, mum of Josephine in Red Class is to be our new
Secretary. She is replacing Rick Le Coyte who promises me that he will still be
in a position to design fab posters when needed.
Thanks for all your help
over the past 18 months Rick and welcome to Maria.
VALENTINE’S CAKE
I know it was a while ago
now but we raised £91.00 a great sum and as always there were some fantastic
Valentine’s works of art.
EASTER
This year we will be holding
an "Easter Chick" hunt on the last day of term Wednesday 4th
April. We shall be hiding 160 little yellow chicks in the playground for the
children to find. When found the
children will receive a small chocolate treat as a prize.
We shall not require a
donation from you or the children to take part.
TEA TOWELS
Still on the way!!!!!! Quite a job this one so please bear with us. I promise your child will not leave the school
without their Tea Towels!!!!
Lisa Cotterell