We Hope That You Have Had a Great Easter Break and Are Looking Forward to the Summer Term

FRIDAY NEWSLETTER ______Friday 25th April 2014

WELCOME BACK! We hope that you have had a great Easter break and are looking forward to the Summer Term. Shortly you will be finding out about your child’s new topic and any visits that have been arranged to give them truly memorable learning experiences.

It is also an important time of year with end of year assessments, particularly for our Year 2 and Year 6 children. KS2 SATs are only 9 school days away so punctuality and full attendance is vital!

And finally… we have had some very smart children in full school uniform this week, including black school shoes. This is an expectation for all pupils and we thank you in advance for your continued support.

SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2014 CLOSES PM OPENS AM

MAY DAY FRI 2ND MAY 2014 TUES 6TH MAY 2014 MAY HALF TERM FRI 23RD MAY 2014 MON 2ND JUNE 2014 SUMMER HOLIDAY *FRI 18TH JULY 2014 *MON 1ST SEPT 2014

* PLEASE NOTE THESE DATES MARKED WITH ASTERISK ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE PLEASE KEEP FOR INFORMATION

Please note* Thursday 22nd May school will be closed due to Municipal and European Elections.

BENSHAM & SALTWELL COMMUNITY SHOW We are fortunate to be hosting this year’s Community Show, which is an evening of performances by local people in the heart of Bensham and Saltwell. Children from our Choir and Dance troupe will be performing their skills. The show starts at 6 pm and the event is free but tickets are limited as space is restricted.

JUNIOR SONGS OF PRAISE SINGALONG On Saturday 31st May at 3.30 pm Junior Songs of Praise Singalong will be at South Shore Road, Gateshead Quays. Come along for a fun-filled afternoon of singing and special guests! Join us as part of CBBC LIVE Newcastle Gateshead. For free tickets and further details contact [email protected]

FAMILY LEARNING The next programme of Family Learning starts next Thursday (1st May). If you are interested in attending please complete the attached reply slip and return to school as soon as possible.

OUT AND ABOUT Year 3/4M will be visiting the Library on Tuesday 29th April at 10.45. Please ensure your child has suitable clothing for this visit. SWIMMING Year 4/5W will be swimming on Tuesdays (a.m.). Year 3/4M will continue swimming on Thursdays as usual. Please ensure your child remembers their swimming kit for these days.

SUMMER FAIR Although it seems very far off we are planning a Summer Fair on Friday 27th June and would like to invite anyone to donate prizes/goods for the following stalls: Tombola prizes, soft toys books and raffle prizes. Any donations will be greatly appreciated.

CLASS ATTENDANCE REC CH - 88.8% REC H - 91.0% 1A - 95.3% 1B - 93.7% 2JF - 94.9% 2SF - 94.2% 3P - 95.1% 3/4M - 94.1% 4/5W - 95.2% 5H - 96.5% 6B - 95.8% The best attendance for last week goes to Miss Heaney’s class who achieved 96.5% - well done.

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We are continually trying to improve our communication links for parents, therefore should you have any queries please contact school via telephone (0191 477 4186) or via [email protected]

Any concerns regarding pupils should be directed initially to the class teacher and then the Leadership Team. Kelvin Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.