Gazette 05/12/2025

Year to date 94.7%

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:

This week, the class with the highest attendance was 1P with 98.6%.  Well done!  The attendance reward will be coming your way.

Wraparound Care

Even when the school phone lines are closed, you can still reach us!  Just call the main school number and press 1 during wraparound care hours, and you’ll be put straight through to the wraparound care team in the demountable.

News from EYFS

This week in Reception, the children have been enjoying the story The Jolly Christmas Postman as part of our festive learning.  They’ve had lots of fun writing their own letters to Santa, which they’ll be posting on our walk to the local post box!  Along the way, they also learned about the journey a letter takes once it’s sent and what needs to be included on an envelope.

In addition, the children have been busy getting creative, making their own Christmas decorations with plenty of glitter!  These decorations will be proudly displayed on both our classroom tree and the school Christmas tree.

Influential Figure – La Voix

La Voix is a talented performer and drag artist known for singing, performing, and creating colourful, fun shows.  She became famous on television talent competitions and now shares her love of music and performance with audiences of all ages.  La Voix’s work encourages creativity, self-expression, and confidence, making her a positive role model for children.

Music Moment

Our music moment this week was Lady Gaga – Born This Way.

Fortnightly Focus on Norms: Linked to the British Value of Respect

Theme: Respect and Making An Impact for Disadvantaged Pupils

Overview: This fortnight, our focus will centre around the British value of respect, a cornerstone of how we interact with others and work together as a community.  We will link respect to our ongoing commitment to making a tangible impact on the learning experiences of our disadvantaged pupils.  This will involve actively anticipating potential barriers, finding solutions to overcome them, and always striving to provide exceptional quality in everything we do.

Key Goals:

Anticipate Problems: Proactively identify challenges faced by disadvantaged pupils, whether in terms of access to resources, emotional wellbeing, or learning gaps.

Find Solutions: Collaboratively come up with effective strategies and interventions that allow us to meet the needs of these pupils, ensuring they feel respected and supported.

Provide Exceptional Quality: Deliver high-quality teaching, tailored support, and a nurturing environment where every pupil is treated with dignity, kindness, and fairness.

How can you support your child during this focus?

Encourage Respectful Behaviour: Discuss what respect means at home and how it can be shown in various situations, whether it’s respecting peers, teachers, or school rules.

Be Proactive in Communication: If your child is facing challenges, reach out to teachers early so we can work together to address any issues before they become bigger obstacles.

Support Learning at Home: Encourage good habits such as time management, organisation, and a positive attitude towards school.  These habits are key to overcoming challenges and ensuring a smooth learning experience.

Reinforce Positive Solutions: Celebrate the small successes when your child finds solutions to difficulties in their work or personal challenges.  This will help them build resilience and confidence.