Loddiswell Primary School Newsletter Friday 24th June 2016 www.loddiswellprimaryschool.co.uk
Dear Parents and Carers,
The poor weather has been ruining all of our well made plans! Sports Day had to be cancelled yet again and we have a new date of Monday 11th July at 1.30pm. We hope you can join us to cheer on the children then.
Forest School with Mrs Moore Don’t forget Year 5 are going next Wednesday afternoon as Year 6 are on their residential trip. Foundation Stage are NOT going on Wednesday morning.
Drama Club Mrs Gordon will be away so Improv/Drama Club is cancelled on Monday 27th June.
Devon School Games Mrs Baker will be taking a group of golfers to the Games in Exeter next Wednesday. It will be a brilliant day, starting with an opening ceremony just like the Olympics! Everyone competes in their sport along with children from schools all over Devon before a presentation of medals in the afternoon. Parents who have attended in previous years have remarked what a wonderful day it is. If anyone would like to come with us they are more than welcome and of course offers of transport are always gratefully received as we are struggling with numbers.
Grenville house Year 6 Residential On Monday 27th June Year 6 will be heading off to Grenville House. All meals are provided except lunch on the first day. Each child will need to bring a packed lunch and drink. The children should be dropped off at school at the normal time on Monday 27th June and collected on Friday 1st July at normal pick up time. If your child needs to take an Asthma inhaler or any other prescribed medication we will need a Green Medicine Form completed and signed to accompany the prescribed medication. The completed Green Medicine Form along with medication need to be handed to Mrs Teague on the morning of departure. If you need a Green Medicine Form please ask for one from the Office before the day of departure. Under no circumstances can any valuables, mobile phones, Ipods or electronic games be taken on residentials. The children will be taking part in lots of different activities including high ropes, abseiling, indoor climbing, problem solving, raft building and orienteering. We know the
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Devon Youth Games 2016 Patrick from the Loddiswell Tennis Club has arranged a trial for year 3 & 4 children on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30pm at the newly refurbished village courts. He would like to make a selection to take part in the Devon Youth Games which takes place on Sunday 3rd July in Okehampton. This is an out of school activity so parents would be responsible for travelling there and back. The whole of Class 3 will be playing tennis on Tuesday however the children have been given a slip for you to complete so we know who would be able to make the trip before the trials take place.
Bantham Beach Day Thank you to everyone who has returned their permission forms promptly for our beach day on Friday 8th July. There are still quite a few missing so please send them into the office on Monday. The Surf Academy need to know how many children will be having a surf lesson well in advance so they can plan their resources, so unless we have received a completed Indemnity Form AND payment your child will not be able to go in the water on the day. Many thanks.
Nits These unwelcome creatures have been making an appearance yet again. Can we please remind parents that girls with long hair must have it tied up or plaited before they get to school. Regular inspection of your child’s hair is recommended and combing through with tea tree oil or conditioner with a fine tooth comb is the best way to treat.
School Kitchen News There are some slight changes to the Menu coming up:
Thursday 14th July will be a BBQ instead of a Roast Monday 18th July will be Sausage and Mash Tuesday 19th July will be Pizza Day
Yours sincerely
Sue Jezard, Executive Head teacher Sara-Jane Baker, Head of School
Page 2 of 5 Celebration Assembly Going for Goals – We are celebrating students who have all achieved their Goals this week. Well done to:
Class 1 – Millie B Class 2 – Ted Class 3 – Fletcher Class 4 – Amelia
The Heart & Soul cup for outstanding achievement in after school clubs goes to Samuel C for Choir
The Week Ahead – Week 1 School Meal Menu
Monday 27th June NO DRAMA CLUB TODAY Year 6 depart to Grenville House residential Tuesday 28th June NO MUSIC LESSONS WITH MRS CHAPMAN TODAY Lunchtime Choir Recorder Club Wednesday 29th June AM NO Forest School for Foundation PM Year 5 Forest School – come in school uniform and bring Forest School waterproof/warm clothes to change into at lunchtime Devon School Games in Exeter Thursday 30th June PM Ukulele lessons Friday 1st July 8.45am Wake and Shake. Class 1 Forest School Rounders Club. Pick up at 4.15pm Drum lessons Year 6 return from Grenville House residential
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Community Sunday Club Sunday Club in the Congregational Hall is on this weekend. 9.30am till 11.30am. There will be Games, crafts, breakfast, DVD’s and fun with friends. Everyone welcome (age 5 +) for more details contact Matty Dawe. 559310 or 07597789538.
Kingsbridge Dangerous Dads will start on 25th June 2016 1 – 4pm with an Estuary Wander – muddy boots walk with expert Nigel Mortimer of the South Devon AONB. Meet at TQ7 2AH Marsh Field, West Charleton. Cost – donations on the day please.
More information on Dangerous Dads is available here: http://dangerousdads.org.uk/
Pre-school AGM All are welcome on Monday 27th June, 7.30pm at the Pavilion.
Modbury School’s Out Summer Holiday Club Open every Monday to Friday from Mon 25th July till Friday 2nd September 2016 for all children from 3-11 years. Large outdoor play spaces, lots of indoor fun and games, trips and outings:
Thurs 28th July: Pennywell Farm - £5 extra charge per child Tues 2nd Aug: Bus trip to Kingsbridge, picnic and Play Park Tues 9th Aug: Bus trip to Plymouth and visit to the museum - £5 extra charge per child Fri 19th Aug: Bus trip to Kingsbridge and cinema - £5 extra charge per child Thurs 25th Aug: River Dart Country Park - £5 extra charge per child Wed 31st Aug: REC ground, picnic, basketball and kite flying
£20 full day 8am-5pm £10 half day 8am-1pm or 12pm-5pm
Late pick up till 5.30pm available by request at an additional charge of £2.50 per child
Book now to avoid disappointment Call Kate or Kim on 01548 831477 or email [email protected]
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Dates for your diary (new additions in bold) Monday 27th June – Year 6 Residential to Grenville House Friday 1st July Wednesday 29th June Year 8am – Devon School Games in Exeter 3/4/5/6 4.30pm Friday 1st July Class 1 All Day Forest School @ Andrews Wood Monday 4th July Year 6 8.40am Induction Day @ KCC Monday 4th July Year 6 5 – 7pm Parents Information Evening @ KCC Monday 4th – Year 5 Residential to Heatree Wednesday 6th July Friday 8th July All All Day Bantham Beach Day Monday 11th July All 1.30pm Sports Day Wednesday 13th July FS 2 – 5.45pm Foundation Stage Parents Evening Friday 15th July All 2pm Music Celebration Assembly Tuesday 19th July All 2pm Leavers Assembly Tuesday 19th July Last Day of Summer Term Monday 5th First Day of Autumn Term September
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