NEWS FROM AROUND THE SCHOOL

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It is definitely feeling Christmassy in school now!

Last Friday afternoon Hereford class performed a dance they had been learning during PE lessons to their parents. It was a very impressive dance to ‘I Just can’t wait to be king’ from the Lion King. It was impressive to see how well they remembered all their steps, as well as their performance skills. They have been very busy this term!

On Monday Dexter Class had a fantastic trip to the Museum in The Park in Stroud with a focus on 'Toys and games from the past'. This is the foundations of history under our Understanding of the World curriculum. We had a facilitated trip with workshops, played games and handled toys from the past as well as taking a tour around the museum. I would like to thank all our adult helpers once again for coming along and supporting myself and the children. We can't do these trips without you!

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On Monday afternoon Hereford and Dexter classes performed their Nativity ‘A Midwife Crisis’. They were amazing and all performed confidently. We are all extremely proud of them and how enthusiastic they have been. A huge thank you to Mrs Hamilton, Mrs Lury, Mrs Penn, Mrs Smith, Mrs Sugden and Miss Richardson for all their hard work creating such a fantastic show.

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On Tuesday, Ella and Eleanor were headteachers for the afternoon as their parents bid and won the experience during the promise auction. One of their jobs was to write part of this week’s newsletter:

We really liked being headteachers, we enjoyed showing Hereford class how to do their vision art and giving stickers to children for their good work. We gave Hereford class an extra playtime because everyone did really good work, we enjoyed supervising them in the hall. We liked hearing Emily’s wonderful writing. We enjoyed wearing our special lanyards and sitting at the headteacher’s desk in the ‘wheely’ wonderful chairs! We would like to be headteachers every day!

Miss Waggett and Miss Hagmann

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On Wednesday afternoon, Green House celebrated getting the most house points this term. They chose to explore some of the PE equipment we have in school and have a cup of hot chocolate. They had great fun celebrating their win together. I wonder who will win next term?

On Thursday, the choir sang Christmas songs to the residents of Horsfall House. It was wonderful to hear the residents singing along to some of the songs. The choir performed brilliantly and all the residents were impressed.

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This week we said goodbye to Miss Savery, we have all enjoyed working with her and we are sure we will see her again.

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On Monday evening it is our KS2 Christmas Carol Service, everyone is welcome to join us at 5:30pm in the church, it should be a lovely evening.

As we approach the last week of term, a reminder that we break up for the Christmas holidays on Friday 19th December at the earlier time of 1:30pm.

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Please join us tonight at the FoA Christmas Party (12th December). Join us from 5pm for festive crafts, games, the hamper raffle and food and drink. The choir will be leading some festive songs from 6pm; it should be a great evening.

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A Plea for volunteers to listen to the Y3/4 children read.  Please contact Mrs Crampton kcrampton@amb.dgat.org.uk if you would like to support the Friesian Class children with their reading.

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It is Christmas Lunch on Thursday 18th December, please remember to wear a Christmas Jumper!

 

There is change to the menu on Wednesday 17th December (Roast Lunch)-

• Jacket Potato topped with Cheese and/or Tuna

• Ham or Cheese Roll with Tortilla Chips and veggie crudités

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There will be no after school clubs next week with the exception of Atlas After School Provision on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday as usual.  After School Clubs will commence 12/01/2026.  Please access Arbor to register your child for clubs.

Have a lovely weekend
Mrs A Flight

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Government Guidelines                            95%
School Target                                              98%