Newsletter 21.04.23
Dear Parents/Carers,
We have had a great week back in school and nice weather (bar today!) to compliment it too. Well done to Mrs Bower's class for putting on a great show this morning for parents and pupils – I have heard a lot of wonderful feedback about it!
New Starters September
We are looking forward to welcoming siblings and new starters to our reception class in September. There are a small number spaces still available, therefore if you know of any friends or family who have not got their place or preferred choice for their child, please ask them to get in touch directly with us. J
NEU Industrial Action
As I am sure you will be aware, the National Education Union (NEU) is asking its members to take industrial action (strike days) on Thursday 27th April and Tuesday 2nd May, over pay, conditions and funding. On this occasion, our school will not be affected and remain open to all classes on the two days. To add context, teachers at our school subscribe in the main to two unions, the NEU and NASUWT, the second of which do not presently have confirmed dates for similar action.
Sportsday
We will be holding our traditional sportdays (weather permitting) at the end of this half term. All spectators welcome. The dates for this year are (exact timings will follow):
Wednesday 24th May – Reception Class in the morning. Y1 and Y2 in the afternoon.
Thursday 25th May – Y5 and 6 in the morning. Y3 and Y4 in the afternoon.
Kings Coronation Celebration
On Friday 5th May we will be holding a celebration day for the King’s Coronation. Children will be invited to wear red, white and blue, with various coronation themed activities being held throughout the day. Look out for further details from Mrs Miller.
Book Fair – Message from Mrs Bower:
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who supported the Book Fair.
As usual, you have done us proud - thank you. You have earned a fabulous £873 in rewards to spend on books for the children.
INSET Day
A reminder that school will be closed for INSET on Monday 5th June.
Reading Newsletter
As you know, we love reading at Marus Bridge and the latest reading newsletter from Mrs Holden (sent yesterday) really showcases the inspiring activities and reading experiences children get and how enthusiastic our children are too! We aim for 4 home reads per week with our children, to help them develop reading fluency, skills and confidence.
Upcoming Dates:
Next Week - Science Week – The theme is ‘Connections Through Nature’
Friday 28th April – Miss Foxwell’s Y1 Class Assembly @9.00am
Monday 1st May - Bank Holiday - School closed
Friday 5th May – King’s Coronation Celebration (details to follow from Mrs Miller)
Monday 8th May - Bank Holiday - School closed
Tuesday 9th – Friday 12th May – Y6 SATs
Wednesday 17th May - Numeracy Day (details to follow from Mrs Boffey)
Monday 22nd - Wednesday 24th May - Y6 PGL residential
Wednesday 24th May – Sportsday - Reception Class AM. Y1 and Y2 PM.
Thursday 25th May – Sportsday - Y5 and 6 AM. Y3 and Y4 PM.
Friday 26th May – School Closes for Half Term
Monday 5th June – School closed INSET day
Tuesday 6th June – School reopens for summer term 2
Have a great weekend,
Mr Aldridge
