Monday, 20 March 2023

Weekly Newsletter - Friday 17th March, 2023


Headteacher: Mrs L Nicholls 
Dear Parents and Carers,

University of Broadford
We are sadly coming to the end of our Broadford University courses and what a great 10 weeks we have had. I have seen so many happy, smiling children, bursting to tell me all about the wonderful things they have been learning at their University of Broadford sessions. The children have all shown great resilience and reciprocity while working through their courses and we couldn't be prouder of how much they have all achieved.
We would now like to invite you in to celebrate your child’s achievements. The dates and start times for each course are as follows. This year the University of Broadford project included pupils from years 3-6.
Monday 27th March - 2pm Start
Creative Cards, Chess, Sock Cats

Tuesday 28th March - 2pm Start
I'm a Pupil Get Me Out Of Here, Dance, Get Fit Fridays, Show Stoppers

Wednesday 29th March - 2pm Start
Around The World In a Term, Fashionistas, Chromebook Crew, Lyrical Masters

Thursday 30th March - 2pm Start
Creative Writing, Cracking Clay, Comfy Cushions, Video Productions
We ask that  parents/carers wait at the lower gate on Faringdon Avenue, by the waiting area , a member of staff will be there to escort you in at the start time.
We look forward to welcoming you into school for our wonderful graduations.

After School Clubs 

Summer  term after school clubs will start after the Easter break. 

If you would like to apply for an after school club for your child please follow the link below. 

Summer Term After School Club Applications 


Applications for the Easter School Holiday Meal Scheme to open Wednesday 8 March

Applications for the Easter School Holiday Meal Scheme will officially open from Wednesday 8 March 9am and will close on Wednesday 15 March at 5pm. The scheme allows eligible families to apply for £30 per child to purchase food to replace the meals their child would have received during the school day. Helping us ensure no child goes hungry during the school holiday.
Details about the scheme and application form when live will be available on the Council’s website.
Your family may be eligible for the Easter School Holiday Meal Scheme.
If your circumstances have changed or you have another child start school in the current academic year that you haven’t yet made an application for, please do be sure to check the new claims criteria on the Havering council website to see if you are eligible.

HAF Easter Program
We are thrilled to be able to offer the Sports Cool Holiday Club again this Easter. Please see the attached flyer for details.
To be eligible for these funded sessions, children MUST be in receipt of BENEFIT RELATED Free School Meals (BRFSM). You can check your eligibility or apply for benefit related free school meals via this page Free School Meals Criteria and Application Link
As always, places are limited and this is always a very popular activity for the children. So be quick to ensure you do not miss out

Easter
It is only a few weeks till we finish for the Easter break. I know that it feels like we have only returned from the Christmas break! However, to mark the occasion all pupils will be taking part in an easter egg hunt during the week beginning 27th March and we will be hosting Broadford’s Easter parade on Friday 31st March. We are inviting all pupils to take part in designing, making and wearing with pride an Easter bonnet/hat. It is £1 to enter the competition and this will contribute towards our fundraising total this year. 
The bonnet/ hat could be made from card, paper, or use a baseball cap/sunhat/wooly hat as a base. Then allow your child to decide what they would like on their hat, it could be flowers, signs of new life such as Lambs, chicks and chocolate eggs. It can be anything linked to Easter.
We can’t wait to see all of the creations in school on Friday 31st March. Happy crafting!


Fundraising
As you are aware we are holding a summer fete on Saturday 8th July. However, we need your help! We are looking for volunteers to help run stalls. If you can spare 30 mins or an hour we would very much appreciate your time.
Many thanks.

Volunteers Sign Up 


Mother’s Day Sale
The response to our Mother’s day sale has been overwhelmingly positive. Thank you all for your support. Weare looking forward to sharing the final fundraising total with you all.  


Stay & Learn Sessions

We invite all parents & carers to join us for this half term parents stay & learn session.
Tuesday 21st March - Reception @ 9.00am 


Dates for Spring 2

Monday 20th March 

Birch class science trip 

Year 5 Parents meeting re Mersea Residential trip. 

Tuesday 21st March 

Reception stay & learn @ 9.00am

Year 6 SATs meeting 3.30 pm

Thursday 23rd March 

Year 5 cinema trip 

Monday 27th March 

University of Broadford Graduations for;
Creative Cards, Chess, Sock Cats

Tuesday 28th March

University of Broadford Graduations for;
I'm a Pupil Get Me Out Of Here, Dance, Get Fit Fridays, Show Stoppers

Wednesday 29th March

University of Broadford Graduations for;
Around The World In a Term, Fashionistas, Chromebook Crew, Lyrical Masters

Thursday 30th March 

University of Broadford Graduations for;
Creative Writing, Cracking Clay, Comfy Cushions, Video Productions

Friday 31st March 

Easter Parade - Decorate and wear your Easter Bonnet to school. Prizes to be won! £1 entry fee. 


INSET Dates for 2022-23

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

1st September 

2nd September 

31st October 

20th February 

5th June 

Havering school term dates 2022-2023


Weekly Attendance  Target 96%

KS1: 91% KS2: 93%      Overall: 92%
Congratulations to Cedar and Apricot who top the attendance table this week. 


Havering Catering Services

Week beginning is week 20th March 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. 
I am very pleased to inform you that the school kitchen now offers a halal chicken option. Whenever there is a chicken dish on the lunch menu there will always be a halal option available for those pupils who follow a halal diet. 


E for Excellence Winners

These wonderful children have demonstrated excellence this week.

Nursery

Eden and Rushika

Cedar

Rosie

Alder

Tillie- Rose 

Cherry

George

Apple

Alariah 

Elm 

Umar

Aspen 

Freya

Ash

Princess Aniyah

Apricot

Rohith

Birch

Asad

Beech

Wais 

Larch

Rosie

Walnut 

Mateo

Maple

Steven 

Mulberry 

Teddy

Redwood

Deivydas

Pine

Toni

Willow

Faizah D

Rowan

Saim

Almond

Shajia



Lime

Richie



Oak

Isla


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. 

AJ,Ellie, Fiki, Jessica, Adrian A, Nicole, Laura, Lexie, Jefflyn

Reflectiveness 

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

Leo, Adu, Rio, Mikail, Aryaan

Resilience

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

Lucas, Khalifa, Ali, Taylor

Resourcefulness   

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

Nikola, Maya-Aisha, Erikas, Isabella, Maalik, Hussain

 

Certificate of Presentation

The following children have been recognised for the beautifully presented work in their books. They clearly take pride in all that they do and are doing their best in every lesson. 

Aimen, Billy


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.  

Spencer, Melody, James, Daria, Neveah, Vanessa, Amari, Lexi, Poppy, Jessica, Ambica, Safiyyah, Kyriq, Nasrat, Maia, Ayva


I Made My Teacher Happy

These pupils have all made sure their teachers have a smile on their face this week 

Anish, Cherry, Araoluwa, Eliza, Charlie, Renaeyah, Lemar


Tracker Awards



Prestige 

Bronze certificate

Chirag, Fatima, Amaelle, Harvey, Victoria


Silver Pencil 

Aiza, Melody 


Silver certificate 

Stefania, Ava

Kevin

Gold bookmark

Eric, Meerab, 


Gold certificate 

Nisa, Nasrat


Platinum prize 

Veer, Nyasa, Lily-Mae


Platinum certificate

Elkah


Diamond prize

Blake


Diamond certificate 

Daniel, Nevaeh


Star prize

Kezia, Liroshan


Star certificate 

Shivanshi 



I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.

Yours sincerely,

 

Mrs L Nicholls 

Headteacher


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