Weekly Newsletter - Friday 27th May

Headteacher: Mrs L Nicholls 

Dear Parents and Carers,

It has been a wonderful week in school and lovely to see all of the pupils enjoying their Jubilee celebrations. It has also been a pleasure to be able to invite parents into school to learn more about our Opal program, we look forward to seeing more of you next half term for the Opal stay and learn sessions.
The next half term will be an exciting one with University of Broadford Graduations, sports days and of course Go Bonkers!

Half Term

Firstly I’d like to wish you all a good half term break-lets hope the sun returns and the rain stays away so we can make the most of it during the week. Whatever celebrations you have planned for the Jubilee, I hope that you enjoy this special time and make precious memories with families and friends. We look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday 7th June. Doors open for the breakfast   club at 7.45 am and 8.30 am for all other pupils. 

Dairy Dates 

Summer Term Dates

Friday 27th May	Last day of half term
Monday 6th June	INSET day school closed
Tuesday 7th June	Pupils return to school
Thursday 9th June	Class photograph day
Friday 10th June	NSPCC childhood day - wear green to school and bring one item of non-perishable food to donate to the foodbank.
Wednesday 15th -17th June	Year 5 Mersea Residential
Monday 20th June	Fluoride varnish program for reception and year 1 pupils
Week beginning 27th June	University of Broadford Graduation week
Monday 4th July	KS1 - Years 1&2 sports afternoon
Tuesday 5th July	Years 3&4 sports afternoon
Wednesday 6th July	Years 5&6 sports afternoon
Friday 8th July	EYFS sports afternoon
Thursday 14th July	Go Bonkers!
Friday 15th July	Year 5&6 bike club
Thursday 21st July	Last day of the summer term

Havering Catering Services

Week beginning Monday 6th June  is week 1 on the Havering catering services menu. All meals are served with unlimited salad and vegetables and cost £2.37. 

Please be reminded that your child’s sQuid account should be topped up at all taimes. We cannot provide dinners for pupils whose account exceeds a debt of £10. If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Mrs West in the school office who will be able to provide you with support and  assistance. 
You can find the Havering catering services menu here. 

Weekly Attendance  

KS1: 91%        KS2: 94% Overall:  92%

Congratulations to Rowan and Larch  who top the attendance table this week.  

E for Excellence Winners

These wonderful children have demonstrated excellence this week.

Nursery	Ashlean	Cedar	Eleni
Alder	Ikveera	Cherry	Bella
Apple	Vikhyat	Elm	Emma
Aspen	Tiger Lily	Ash	Fran
Apricot	Pippa and Patrick	Birch	Lucas
Beech	Oliver	Larch	Nevaeh
Walnut	Aniah- Mai	Maple	Chelsea
Mulberry	Stefania	Redwood	Keira
Pine	Eason	Willow	Harry
Rowan	Ahmed	Almond	Divine
		Lime	Roberto
		Oak	Molly

 

Star Writers

These children have been awarded a star writer certificate and golden pencil in recognition of their excellent writing, use of powerful vocabulary and sophisticated writing  techniques.  

Tesha, Adyaan, Simon, Jazzneet, Lewis, Emmalee, Harry, Mia, George L, Nancy, Monsur, Israel, Charlie, Aliza, Joshua, Alexandra, Maggie, Abdulhad, Charlie, Kyriq 

Learning Power Awards

These are the key skills that our children will need to learn effectively in class and to be successful later in life. 

Reciprocity

These children have shown interdependence, collaborated effectively, listened to others, displayed empathy and have imitated effective  ideas and methods from others. 

Tavia, Chirag, Jennifer, Nathaniel, Lola

Reflectiveness 

These pupils have planned carefully, revised ideas, identified key features and can talk about their learning. 

Alana, Faramade, Ella, Callum, Mateo, Emily, Abdul-Aziz

Resilience

These children have demonstrated perseverance, managed distractions, noticed patterns and been absorbed in their tasks. 

Areya, Tyler, Birch Class, Ikveera, Zofia

Resourcefulness   

These pupils have been curious about learning, made links between ideas, shown imagination, reasoned methodically and capitalised on resources. 

Qhaleed , Victoria, Kayden, Megan

I Made My Teacher Happy Award

Iyinope, Selina, Charlie, Renaeyah, Billy, Parisa, Mahdi, Miraz, Lucia, Larissa, Maya-Rose, Nela, Ash Class, have all made sure that their teachers are smiling all week. 

Reading Awards

In recognition of the pupils’ ability to devour books, immerse themselves in stories and read relentlessly at home. 

Gold - Francesca 

Tracker Awards

These children have been working hard and achieving academic success and therefore have earned themselves the following rewards.  

		Prestige
Bronze certificate	Anya, Harry, Rio	Fola
Silver pencil	Oscar, Elsie, Paige
Silver certificate	Sofia, Veer
Gold certificate	Ali, Deivydas,
Platinum certificate	Charlie, Maxi, Joy, Gabriel
Diamond certificate	Shivangi
Star prize	Praharsh
Star certificate	Megan, Ehan

I hope you all have a wonderful half term break, enjoy the Jubilee celebrations and  we look forward to welcoming you back on 7th June. .

Yours sincerely,

 

Mrs L Nicholls 

Headteacher

Pretty Pot Painting in Broadford University!

Children who are currently completing the Cracking Clay course at Broadford University have worked very hard this week to paint their pinch pots. They made sure to think about their design carefully and were able to mix their colours to create the perfect palette. 

Here is a sneak preview of some of their work:

"I wanted mine to be a mushroom design, so I planned it carefully and then painted it red and white." Ryan, Year 3.

"I used my finger to add some final touches to my colourful pot!" Mason, Year 4.

We were so impressed with the attention to detail that they demonstrated and we cannot wait to show you the final results when they graduate!

Keep up the amazing work, Cracking Clay Club!

Luke's amazing exam results!

Well done to our budding dancer and gymnast Luke, who has recently completed exams in freestyle, acro and tap and modern dance.

'In my grade 1 exam I got awarded highly commended, which is the highest mark that you can get. I danced in a theatre in front of 400 people.'

The exams test the child's competency in a range of dance and acro skills. Luke has clearly been working hard in his weekly lessons. He is looking forward to performing in his next show! 

Weekly Newsletter - Friday 20th May, 2022

Headteacher: Mrs L Nicholls 

Dear Parents and Carers,

Please keep close in your thoughts and prayers one of our Broadford families at their most difficult time. Whenever we lose one of our own it leaves a huge hole in the heart of our Broadford family.

If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there forever.

AA Milne, Winnie the Pooh

Well done to all of the pupils in year 2 who completed their end of year 2 assessments this week. Well done to all of our year 2 pupils. They have all worked very hard this week and should be very proud of themselves. I know that the teachers are immensely proud of the pupils and their amazing resilient attitude throughout the week. This year Broadford has been chosen for a local authority moderation visit in regards to our KS1 assessment. The moderators will look at the teacher's judgements and evidence and validate our assessments of the pupils' learning.

This week we have had a visit from our Opal co-ordinator who has been working with Mrs Stanley and Mrs Ward and training our staff to ensure that play times are much more effective and fun for all of our pupils. The pupils are very much enjoying the extra resources and opportunities that they have during these times and this was very clearly demonstrated to Cath from Opal.

However, I must remind all parents and carers to please keep pupils off all of the outdoor equipment at the end of the day as we do not want any accidents to happen without proper and correct supervision out there. Please can I ask that all families leave the site as quickly as possible as we do have after school clubs who use the outdoor area and these clubs cannot begin until the gates have been locked. Thank you all for your co-operation in this matter.

I must also ask that parents/carers do not bring dogs onto the school premises when collecting children from school. We do have pupils who have allergies or who have anxiety around animals and we do not want to cause them any worries when leaving the school. Thank you in advance for your co-operation in this matter.

Jubilee Celebrations
During the week beginning 23rd May, pupils will be taking part in lots of exciting activities to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee! Each year group will focus on a decade of the Queen's reign and explore some areas of life in that given decade.
There will be a red, white and blue dress up day on Thursday 26th May along with a special Jubilee menu. On Friday 27th May, all pupils are invited to a Party in the Playground. There will be music, food and games. Fingers crossed the rain holds off!
Please read this blog post to find out which decade your child’s year group will be learning about.
Jubilee Reading
We are running two jubilee reading challenges for the pupils. These will be started in classes next week and the pupils can complete them over the half term break.
KS1 pupils are challenged to read three books and record on their trackers.
KS2 pupils are challenged to collect milestones on their trackers for every 15 minutes of reading
We would love as many pupils as possible to complete their trackers by 7th June. Pupils will receive a certificate for participating and entered into a prize draw to win a royal-themed book. There will also be a special treat for the class with the most completed trackers!
Read! Read! Read!

Opal Stay and Play Sessions
We are looking forward to inviting all parents and carers into school over the summer term to find out more about the Opal play program that we have been implementing during break times and lunchtimes. Please read this blog post to find out when it is your child’s year group session.

Sports’ Day
We would like to invite all parents and carers to our sports afternoons, starting at 1.30pm, which are to be held later this summer term.
EYFS (Nursery & Reception) - Friday 8th July
KS1 (Years1&2) - Monday 4th July
Years 3&4 - Tuesday 5th July
Years 5&6 - Wednesday 6th July

Dairy Dates
Summer Term Dates

Thursday 26th May	Wear red,white and blue to school!  Special Jubilee lunch menu.
Friday 27th May	Last day of half term
Monday 6th June	INSET day school closed
Tuesday 7th June	Pupils return to school
Thursday 9th June	Class photograph day
Friday 10th June	NSPCC childhood day - wear green to school and bring one item of non-perishable food to donate to the foodbank.
Wednesday 15th -17th June	Year 5 Mersea Residential
Monday 20th June	Fluoride varnish program for reception and year 1 pupils
Week beginning 27th June	University of Broadford Graduation week
Monday 4th July	KS1 - Years 1&2 sports afternoon
Tuesday 5th July	Years 3&4 sports afternoon
Wednesday 6th July	Years 5&6 sports afternoon
Friday 8th July	EYFS sports afternoon
Thursday 14th July	Go Bonkers!
Friday 15th July	Year 5&6 bike club
Thursday 21st July	Last day of the summer term

Havering Catering Services
Week beginning Monday 23rd May is week 3 on the Havering catering services menu. All meals are served with unlimited salad and vegetables and cost £2.37.
Please be reminded that your child’s sQuid account should be topped up at all times. We cannot provide dinners for pupils whose account exceeds a debt of £10. If you are experiencing difficulties please contact Mrs West in the school office who will be able to provide you with support and assistance.
You can find the Havering catering services menu here.

Jubilee Celebration Lunch - Thursday 26th May
Havering catering services will be serving a special jubilee celebratory lunch on Thursday 26th May, 2022.

Weekly Attendance

KS1: 92% KS2: 96% Overall: 94%

Congratulations to Rowan and Redwood who top the attendance table this week.

E for Excellence Winners
These wonderful children have demonstrated excellence this week.

Nursery	Idris, Harlie and Kian	Cedar	Rafael
Alder	Miya- Rose	Cherry	Amber
Apple	Lucas	Elm	Elm class
Aspen	Rohith	Ash	Edward
Apricot	Melody	Birch	Anish
Beech	Zariyah	Larch	Brooke
Walnut	Carter	Maple	Iniya
Mulberry	All of Mulberry	Redwood	Kyriq
Pine	All of Pine	Willow	Nana
Rowan	All of Rowan	Almond	Harry
		Lime	Ellie
		Oak	Mitchell

Star Writers
These children have been awarded a star writer certificate and golden pencil in recognition of their excellent writing, use of powerful vocabulary and sophisticated writing techniques.
Yeve, Naiara, Ayana, Dominic, Chirag, Success, JJ,Anya, Tyler, Lily, Abdul- Hafiiz, Grace, Nela, Freddie, Daniel, Princess, Blake, Olivia

Learning Power Awards
These are the key skills that our children will need to learn effectively in class and to be successful later in life.
Reciprocity
These children have shown interdependence, collaborated effectively, listened to others, displayed empathy and have imitated effective ideas and methods from others.
Laura , Ava, Eden, Fatima, Noah, Jasmine, Freddie S, Sienna, Mihai, Angie, Eason, Summer
Reflectiveness
These pupils have planned carefully, revised ideas, identified key features and can talk about their learning.
Harry, Frankie, Zuriel, Isla, Millen, Frankie
Resilience
These children have demonstrated perseverance, managed distractions, noticed patterns and been absorbed in their tasks.
Joshua, Jacob, Osman, Emily, Joy, Faizah O, Harry, Harvey, Peace
Resourcefulness
These pupils have been curious about learning, made links between ideas, shown imagination, reasoned methodically and capitalised on resources.
Rosie, George K, Adam M,

Reading Awards
In recognition of the pupils’ ability to devour books, immerse themselves in stories and read relentlessly at home.
Jace, Zara,

I Made My Teacher Happy Award
Oliver, Sultan, Mahdi, Emily, Maya-Rose, Victoria, Tyler have all made sure that their teachers are smiling this week.

Tracker Awards
These children have been working hard and achieving academic success and therefore have earned themselves the following rewards.

		Prestige	Double prestige
Bronze certificate	Kevin, Logan, Aliza	Layla	Kevin
Silver pencil	Nina	Frankie
Silver certificate	Denis, Angie
Gold bookmark	Billie, Jimmy, Edward
Gold certificate	Annabelle, Raffy, Francesca, Adu
Platinum certificate	Daniel, Lorena, Emily
Diamond prize	Aksanan, Mason, Maggie, Saarah, Isla, Aimen, Vivana
Star prize	Finley
Star certificate	Tele

I hope you all have a lovely weekend.
Yours sincerely,

Mrs L Nicholls
Headteacher