Newsletter 20th July 2018
Date: 20th Jul 2018 @ 11:47am
Newsletter
As we approach the end of the school year, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you again for your support. Throughout the year we have enjoyed working with your child(ren) and seeing them grow and develop in many ways. We look forward to continuing to do so for those who will remain with us in September, but wish those leaving all the very best for the future.
Leavers’ 2018
Last night our Y6 children were real stars performing a short play for their parent’s which was followed by a presentation and drinks / refreshments for all involved. This was a great evening for all concerned.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of the 2018 leaver’s together with any other child relocating schools all the very best for the future.
Maths / World of Work Evening
This was a great success, with the children from each year group displaying their maths attributes and working on mini enterprises and then sharing these for parents and members of the community. Through this process, the children developed their maths skills as well as learning about money, making products to sell and devising how and when to sell these. The profit raised by the children will be used to purchase additional equipment for play times. Well done to all concerned! I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the PTA for supporting the evening with their tombola, cake stall and selection of small stalls in the large hall.
Edge Hill University Visit
Our Y6 children visited Edge Hill University on 12th July as part of the raising aspirations programme. During their visit they were able to participate in actives in the state of the art technology facilities in addition to working on a mini enterprise idea. Furthermore some of the children enjoyed a lesson in Chinese whilst other members of the party made use of the sports facilities. A great day was had by all!
EYFS Reception: Reaseheath College
The Reception children had a great time visiting the zoo animals and participating in a workshop at Reaseheath. It was lovely to receive comments on how well behaved and attentive they were. Well done to all concerned!
PTA AGM
This will take place on Thursday 13th September at 3.30pm, all parents and friends of the school are welcome to attend. Please come and join in, to build on the success of the PTA in raising funds for the children of High Street and providing different opportunities for them. All visitors for the meeting should register their arrival at the Reception.
Wrap Around Care: Breakfast / After School Club
If you need to use the aforementioned clubs for child care please log in online via www.eduspot.co.uk using your mobile phone number, email, password and child’s name to book the club. Should you be new to the facility and wish to start using the clubs or have forgotten your password, please contact the school office and a member of the admin team will guide you through the process.
From September 2018 you will be able to pre-book the breakfast and afterschool club for the full term ahead. The club list is printed in the morning, any children not on the list will be asked to be collected by a parent. It is therefore vital that you book your child into the club with plenty of notice. Online bookings will not be accepted on the day. If you do need a club booking on the day please ring the office on 01606 288188, but this facility must only be used in emergencies.
Due to changes in financial regulations/criteria, we are no longer able to permit parents to owe more than £20 at any given point in time for services provided. Please make arrangements to keep any money owed to a minimum by topping up your child’s account. This can be done by logging into the school money system regularly. We also accept cheques made payable to High Street Primary school handed into the office where a receipt will be issued.
Uniform
As you may have noticed some shops have started to advertise ‘back to school’ children’s wear. This always amuses me as it becomes earlier each year! However with this in mind and as you prepare your child for the year ahead, please can you ensure that your child is following the school uniform policy.
Children should wear the following to school on their return in September:
Summer dresses (Light blue gingham check)
White shirt / blouse
Grey / black skirt / trousers / shorts
Blue school sweatshirt
Please note that ties are compulsory from Y3 –Y6 but optional in EYFS / KS1
Black school shoes (NOT TRAINERS)
School Meals
We have been informed by Edsential which is the Local Authority corporate group who supply school meals that there will be an increase in the cost of each meal to £2.30 per meal from September. Please also note that children moving from Y2 to Y3 are no longer eligible for Universal Free School Meals, as these are only applicable for EYFS / KS1 children.
Should you feel that you are eligible for free school meals due to your financial position you can contact Wyvern House on 0300 123 7039 to apply.
Finally may I take this opportunity to wish all concerned a restful and enjoyable summer.
Kind regards
Mark Joule
Head teacher