Friday, 28 February 2025

University of Broadford Graduation Dates 2025

  



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 -

Monday 24th March - 2pm Start

Dynamic Drummers

Chess

Creative Cards


Tuesday 25th March - 2pm Start

I'm a Pupil Get Me Out Of Here

Crocheting

BSL

Journalism


Wednesday 26th March - 2pm Start

Green Space

Masterpiece Makers

Lyrical Masters

Sock Cats


Thursday 27th March - 2pm Start

Caligraphy

Sketching Stars

Get Fit Fridays


Friday 28th March - 2pm Start

Boundless Bookworks

Fashionistas

Around the World


If parents/carers could please 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 in to school for our wonderful graduations.

Weekly Newsletter - Friday 28th February, 2024

Headteacher: Mrs L Nicholls 
Dear Parents and Carers,

Part 1 Broadford News
Welcome back, I hope that you all had a wonderful half term break. 

I have no doubt that this half term will pass by as quickly as the last as it is a short one. There are lots of exciting events to look forward to. World Book Day, pupils will be graduating from the University of Broadford and of course we will be hosting our annual Easter parade before we break up for the Easter holidays and our very first cultural day! 


Amazing Attendance and Perfect Punctuality Week - Monday 3rd March - Friday 7th March
After the success of our first amazing attendance and perfect punctuality week I am thrilled to announce that we will be doing it all again this half term! 

As we kick off the new school year, we’re excited to introduce our ‘Amazing Attendance and Perfect Punctuality Week', on Monday 3rd March. 

This special initiative is designed to encourage everyone to embrace the importance of being on time, remembering our 'Pupil Job 1', while having a bit of fun along the way.

Pupil Job 1 - Come to school every day on time

Parent responsibility - Ensure that your child arrives for school on time, every day and ready to learn.

Weekly Attendance  Target 96%
Here’s how it works:
📅Daily Prize Draw

Each day of the week, if you arrive at school on time, your name will be entered into a prize draw for a chance to win a delightful bag of treats! The more days you arrive on time, the more chances you have to win! It’s a simple and fun way to motivate everyone to prioritise punctuality.


🍽️Early Bird Breakfast Treat on Friday:  

As an extra incentive, we’ll be hosting a ‘special early bird breakfast treat’ this Friday for all children who arrive by 8:45 AM. Collect your treat from outside the main office before you head off to your classroom.  It’s our way of saying thank you for your commitment to being on time and starting the day off right!


🎉Whole Class Treat: 

We want to elevate the excitement even further! Any class that achieves amazing attendance and/or perfect punctuality for the entire week will receive a special whole-class treat. So, encourage one another and show your commitment to being present and punctual!


Let’s make a fantastic start to the school year by showing our commitment to attendance and punctuality. Remember, arriving on time not only helps you settle in for a successful day of learning, it also sets a great example for your peers.

We are excited to see all of you bright and early, ready to learn and participate. Let’s set a positive tone for the rest of the year and build the habits that will lead us to success!

Best of luck to all, and let the attendance challenge begin!


World Book Day - Thursday 6th March
The theme for this year is 'Read Your Way!' At Broadford Primary School, we love reading and thoroughly look forward to World Book Day every year. We have been busy making preparations for a day of book-themed fun! Here are just a few things we are looking forward to:
Character Costume Or Snuggly Pyjamas
To coincide with this year's 'Read Your Way' theme, we are inviting children to come into school on World Book Day in either their Favourite Character Costume or their Snuggly Pyjamas. 

Please remember, as this time of year is particularly cold and wet, it is really important that the children are dressed appropriately and have suitable footwear (such as long sleeves, trousers and outdoor shoes) to be able to enjoy any outdoor activities on the day.
We know that shop-bought costumes can be a little expensive, so why not try making something to wear instead... a character mask maybe? Here's a few ideas! 


Young Interpreters 

Congratulations to the following pupils who were successful in the applications to become young interpreters. Their role includes welcoming new pupils to school and helping to translate if required. They will receive full training which starts next week. Well done and good luck to you all. 

Najat, Vanessa, Karim, Karimah, Scarlet, Cruz, Ruba, Rio, Moyo, Joshua and Emma.
Miss Brimmer is looking forward to working alongside you all to welcome our new pupils and families to Broadford. 


Easter Raffle 

Tickets for our easter raffle will start to be sold on Monday 10th March. Tickets are priced at £1 per strip and there are a variety of eggs in all different sizes and a selection of Easter baskets up for grabs! 


Mothers’ Day Sale
Once again this year we will be selling Mothers’ day gifts. These are priced at £3 per gift. There are a variety of gifts available, key rings, socks and pretty coasters. Gifts will start to be sold on Monday 10th March. Further details will be sent soon with details regarding how to choose and purchase gifts in time for  Mothers’ day next weekend. 


Part 2 Broadford Information

Spring 2 Term Dates 

Monday 3rd - Friday 7th March

Amazing Attendance and Perfect Punctuality Week

Tuesday 4th March 

Year 5/6 sitting volleyball competition

Reception parents stay & learn @ 2.30 pm 

Wednesday 5th March 

Reception - height, weight, vision and hearing check

Thursday 6th March 

Reception - height, weight, vision and hearing check
World Book Day
Nursery parents stay & learn 9am - 2.30 pm 

Monday 10th - Friday 14th March 

Science week 

Monday 10th March 

Nursery parent meetings

Tuesday 12th March 

Year 2 sportshall athletics 

Thursday 13th March 

Year 4 spinebreakers library trip 

Tuesday 18th March 

Year 5/6 quiz team semi finals    

Wednesday 19th March 

Year 1 sportshall athletics 

Monday 24th March 

Year 5/6 badminton
University of Bradford Graduation @ 2 pm 

Tuesday 25th March 

University of Bradford Graduation @ 2 pm 

Wednesday 26th March 

Year 1/2 football festival 

University of Bradford Graduation @ 2 pm 

Thursday 27th March

Year 3 spinebreakers waterstones visit 

University of Bradford Graduation @ 2 pm 

Friday 28th March 

Parent forum 1-2 pm 

University of Bradford Graduation @ 2 pm 

Wednesday 2nd April 

Easter Parade £1 entry

Thursday 3rd April 

Fluoride Varnish Programme Rec-Year 1
Year 5/6 basketball competition
iRock concert 

Friday 4th April 

Whole school event: Eid Al Fitr  / culture day


INSET Dates for 2024-2025

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4 

Day 5

2nd September

3rd September 

4th November

21st July 

22nd July 

Havering school term dates 2024-2025

Spring term: 

Monday 6 January to Friday 4 April 2025 

Summer term:
Tuesday 22 April to Tuesday 22 July 2025


Havering Catering Services

Week beginning 3rd March is week 3 on the Havering catering services menu. 


Part 3 Pupil and Parent Responsibilities
At Broadford Primary pupils, parents and carers are expected to meet three key responsibilities

Pupil Job 1 - Come to school every day on time
Parent responsibility - Ensure that your child arrives for school on time, every day and ready to learn.

Weekly Attendance  Target 96%

KS1: 95% KS2: 97% Overall:  96%
Congratulations to Elm and  Walnut who top the attendance table this week. 


Job 2 - Do your best in every lesson
Parent responsibility - Support your child’s learning at home.

E for Excellence Winners

These wonderful children have demonstrated excellence this week.

Nursery

Marley and Ayan 

Ash

Jessica

Alder

James

Cedar

Danni-Ella

Apple

Stefania 

Cherry

Aisosa 

Aspen 

Harry

Elm 

Haileigh

Apricot

Neveah 

Maple 

Adam

Beech

Zachary

Willow 

George

Walnut 

Archie

Almond

Ollie

Mulberry 

Khushbakht

Lime 

Gabi

Pine

Noura

Oak 

Dunsin

Rowan

Zach

Birch

Sophia



Larch

Joni



Redwood 

Miraz


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. 

Olivia, Annie, Charlie, Megan, Kajus, Ayaan, Faith, Roman

Reflectiveness 

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

Ashar, Subhan,Elyakim, Ambica, Ryan, Nehemiah, Himanshi, Siana, George, Aayush, Poppy, Freddie

Resilience

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

Irfan, Louie-Ray, James, Elliot G, Victoria, Harvey, Flynn,Lama, Rosie

Resourcefulness   

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

Emily. Kindah, Jaxon, Flynn, Dani, Eason, Ryan, Naomi, Adyaan, Tayla

 

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. Emmalee, Zimel


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. Happiness, Sophia. Renae, Aida, Duke, Jacob, Anu, Ruby, Carina,Pragya, Kenzie, Anaelle, Ethan, Mason M, James, Raoff, Ashlean, Aniah - Mai, Ibukun


I Made My Teacher Happy

These pupils have all made sure their teachers have a smile on their face this week Rory, Lawrence, Emma, Lexi, Cruz, Hope, Ara, Eliza, Billie, Safwaan, Vedasri, Lukas, Rithik


105 Books to Read Before You Leave Broadford

These pupils have read five books and earned their Bronze certificate.

Kindah, Tala

These pupils have read all 15 books, earning their Gold certificate and completing their trackers. 

Aaira, Arabella, Frankie, Zara


Tracker Awards



Prestige 

Bronze certificate

Santian


Silver Pencil 

Adyaan

Kenzie

Silver certificate 

Loui


Gold certificate 

Ronnie


Platinum prize 

Tyler


Platinum certificate

Ollie, Jasmine


Diamond prize

Manuella 


Diamond certificate 

Adam H


Star certificate 

Nyasa



Job 3 - Be kind and polite to everyone you meet

Parent responsibility - Model politeness and kindness to everyone you meet.

Housepoints

Pupils are awarded housepoint for using kind words and actions and demonstrating good manners. These go towards their house teams weekly total but they are in competition with their  teachers (Dudley - orange house). If pupils do not demonstrate these behaviours then the teachers' house teams are awarded the house points instead. 

Farringdon 

Red house  

Chatteris

Blue house

Dulverton

Yellow house 

Cricklade

Green house

Dudley

Orange house

420

411

421

525

549

Weekly Winner - Dudley (Orange) House 


I hope you all have an excellent weekend.

Yours sincerely,

Mrs L Nicholls 

Headteacher