Dear Glebe Families
As we approach the end of the penultimate week of term, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful things happening here at Glebe. It’s been another bustling and productive week, filled with learning, teamwork and exciting opportunities for our children.
This evening, our boys’ football team will be competing against Down Hall in what promises to be a thrilling match. The boys have shown fantastic determination and team spirit in their preparations and we wish them the very best of luck. Go team Glebe!
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of meeting with fellow headteachers from Rayleigh, Hullbridge and Hockley. It’s always inspiring to connect with other local schools and share ideas on how we can continue to offer the best possible education for our children. We discussed some exciting new collaborations, including joint writing moderation, subject leader meet-ups and shared professional development sessions. These partnerships will provide valuable opportunities for both staff and children, helping us all to grow and improve.
Looking ahead, we are excited to welcome Reverend Glen on Monday, who will be leading our special Harvest Festival assembly with the children. It’s a lovely time for the children to reflect on the importance of community, gratitude and giving back; values that are close to our hearts here at Glebe.
As always, thank you for your continued support and for being such an integral part of our school community. The half term break is fast approaching, but for now, let’s enjoy these final days of term.
Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable weekend!
Warm regards
Mr Clarke
Headteacher
Certificates
A huge well done this week to:
1D: Poppy A & Cameron B |
1M: Henry B & Everleigh B |
2N: Isobel K & Ethan H |
2VB: Max J & Lottie C |
3P: Jack W & Elliott H |
3R: Darcy B & Evie-Jo C |
4A: Ellie A & Grayson P |
5A: Oliver P & Finley T-B |
5/4L: Edie P & Sofia H |
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6HC: Teddy M & Reuben M-S |
6P: Luke R & Poppy D |
Attendance: Our school target is 97%
Year to date 94.9%
We expect pupils to be in school everyday.
We will not authorise term time absence except in exceptional circumstances and where appropriate, Essex County Council will issue fines.
Classes:
RR: 95.8% | 3R: 91.0% |
RS: 91.5% | 4A: 98.7% |
1D: 92.5% | 5A: 95.7% |
1M: 97.4% | 5/4L: 95.5% |
2N: 95.3% | 6HC: 97.1% |
2VB: 96.3% | 6P: 97.6% |
3P: 97.2% |
This week, the class with the highest attendance was 4A with 98.7%. Well done! The attendance reward will be coming your way.
Fortnightly Focus: Demonstrating Respect
For the next two weeks, we will focus on the important value of respect. Respect means showing kindness and consideration for others, even when they are different from us or when we don’t always agree with them.
Here are some ways you can show respect:
Respect is also one of the key British Values. In our diverse country, respect helps us live and work together peacefully, whether it’s at school, home, or in the wider community. It helps create a positive environment where everyone feels valued and included. Let’s make sure we show respect in all that we do!
Music Moment of the Week
This week we celebrated Recycling Week in assemblies. Our music moment was provided by the Recycled Material Junk Music Band whose instruments are made up entirely of junk materials. Have a listen here:
Influential Figure of the Week
Our influential figure this week was Sir David Attenborough, who has spent his long and illustrious career documenting the Earth’s wildlife and campaigning for climate change. His documentaries are enjoyed by millions across the world, giving him a unique platform to encourage better lifestyle choices and eco-friendly living.
Young Minds
Thank you to everyone for your donations on Thursday 10 October, we raised £174.20. Well done!
22 October – Year 1 medieval dance for PE (afternoon).
25 October – Year 3 Stone Age workshop.
31 October – Year 6 statutory national closing date for secondary school applications for September 2025.
5 November – Parents’ Evening from 1.30pm to 4.00pm.
6 November – Parents’ Evening from 4.30pm to 7.00pm.
7 November – Year 6 Remembrance and Poppy event at the Holy Trinity Church at 10.00am.
8 November – FOGP discos.
11 November – School photographs.
14 November – Class 2N parent lunch.
15 November – Class 2VB parent lunch.
18 November – Year 2 Guy Fawkes and Gunpowder Plot workshop.
19 November – Year 1 and Year 4/5 Wonderdome experience.
21 November – Open Evening from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. School will close at 1.30pm.
22 November – Inset day (non-pupil day).
28 November – Glebe choir at the Rayleigh lights switch on from 4.00pm to 6.00pm.
10 December – Year 3 Colchester Zoo trip.
11 December – FOGP elf emporium and grotto.
17 December – FOGP Aladdin pantomime.
18 December – Christmas dinner and jumper day.
7 & 8 January – Reception road safety training (afternoon).
7 & 8 January – Reception height, weight and vision screening (morning).
8 January – Year 6 height and weight.
15 January – Class 3P parent lunch.
17 January – Class 3R parent lunch.
22 January – SSP KS2 dance festival.
4 February – Young Voices (Choir O2).
25 February – Parents’ Evening from 1.30pm to 4.00pm.
26 February – Parents’ Evening from 4.30pm to 7.00pm.
19 March – Year 2 trip to Hyde Park.
24 March – Class photographs.
31 March – Year 3 Hyde Hall workshop.
2 May – Class 4A parent lunch.
8 May – Class 5A parent lunch.
9 May – Class 5/4L parent lunch.
w/c 12 May – Year 6 SATs week.
w/c 19 May – Year 6 bikeability (Mon-Thu).
23 May – Sports afternoon.
w/c 2 June – Year 6 bikeability (Mon-Thu).
22-25 June – Year 6 residential trip to Mersea.
11 July – FOGP Summer fete.
Caterlink Food Choices
Please let the school office know what your child is having to eat if they will be late to school. The kitchen deadline for school dinners is 9.45am. Jacket potatoes and grab bags will be available after this time, subject to availability.
Grab Bags
Please note that cheese grab bags are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Ham grab bags are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Week commencing 21 October will be Week One. The new menu will be published next week.
Families in Focus provides confidential, independent, practical and emotional support to families in Essex with a child or young person with any Special Educational Need or Disability (SEND).
Building Resilience Together, a 6-week course begins on Tuesday 5 November 2024 at The Beech Community Hub, 8 Austen Road, Basildon, SS14 3RZ.