Coldwaltham, St. James' C.E. Primary School
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COLDWALTHAM, ST. JAMES’ C.E. PRIMARY SCHOOL with Chuckleberries Pre School Tel: 01798 872196 Fax: 01798 875532 Email: [email protected] www.st-james-coldwaltham.w-sussex.sch.uk Headteacher: Mr Jon Gilbert Learn, Discover, Achieve Friday Flyer – 3rd May 2019 Staff Changes We welcome Lizzie Martin to the staff team. Mrs Martin has joined us from Mayfield School in East Sussex to take up her role as senior teacher and teacher of Yew Class. In my absence, Mrs Martin is responsible for the leadership of the school and any concerns or issues should be relayed to her. Mrs Martin is also the Deputy Safeguard Lead. Mrs Kirby, the school’s Business Manager has agreed to continue in her role as Deputy Safeguard Lead; in my absence, please report any safeguarding issues that you may have to either of these two members of staff. Football Tournaments The Year 5 and 6 football teams have both been in action at the recent Petworth Area Schools’ 6-a-side tournaments at Watersfield. The boys team finished 5th of the 6 competing schools and the girls team finished 3rd of the six competing schools. Both teams played very well and were fine ambassadors for the school. New Intake 2019 We are waiting for confirmation from parents who have been offered a place at St James’ to start in Reception Year in 2019; numbers are encouraging and we are expecting the intake to be double figures again this year. Church Lane Coldwaltham Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LW Parent Governor Position St James’ School will shortly be entering into federation with Amberley School. As part of this process, the governing bodies of both schools will be disbanded and replaced with one single governing body overseeing both schools. Each school needs to have a parent governor and nominations are currently being sought for this role. Mrs Kirby, the clerk to the St James’ governors will shortly be distributing further information about the process, but, in the meantime, should any parent wish to find out more about the role, please do come and ask me. Money for Malawi Thank you to parents for supporting our cake sale at the end of last term to help raise money for our pen friends in Malawi following Cyclone Idia earlier in the year. So far the school has raised £141 and there are still Smartie tubes arriving at the school office. A special mention must go to Thomas in Year 5 who raised £70 by walking along the South Downs Way. The money will be sent directly to the families of the children who lost their homes in the cyclone and will make a tremendous difference to their lives. SATS Tests Children in Year 2 and Year 6 will be taking a series of Standard Assessment Tests in the next two weeks; we wish all our pupils well and know that they will all do their very best. InSet Day A reminder to parents; Friday 24th May and Monday 2nd September are staff training days so the school will be closed for children. The first day of the Autumn Term will be Tuesday 3rd September. Elm Class – “Treasures of the Tomb” Elm Class are learning about the Egyptians this term. They have been researching “Death Masks” and started work on their own. Bikeability Congratulations to the Year 6 children who completed their Stage 2 Bikeability Training before Easter. All the children taking part rode their bicycles sensibly on the roads near to Amberley School and we are delighted that they all earned a certificate. Ellie did especially well and passed the requirement of the Stage 3 course. Scooters on the Playground Whilst we like to encourage children to be active and ride their scooters to and from school, it has become a concern that a child could be hurt by a scooter on the playground. In light of this, please do not allow your children to scoot on the playground before or after school. Thank you. School Uniform – Reminder We have noticed an increase in the number of children wearing incorrect footwear to school. Please note that trainers can be worn for PE or for lunchtimes on the field but children also require school shoes. School Uniform can now be obtained from The Brothers Anyhow Ltd. Uniform can be ordered online at www.thebrothersanyhow.co.uk. Telephone 01932 368400. The School reference is SJP021. Please be reminded of the following requirements for uniform: Girls Winter Grey skirt/pinafore or trousers, white polo shirt and maroon sweatshirt or cardigan both with school logo on, white socks or black/grey tights and suitable dark school shoes. Sling backs, open toes, heels, boots and trainers are not permitted. Summer as above or red gingham dresses. Boys Winter Grey trousers/shorts, white polo shirt and maroon sweatshirt both with the school logo on, grey socks and suitable black school shoes. Trainers and boots are not permitted. Summer same as for winter. Children should wear a warm coat in the winter and bring a waterproof coat during the summer. PE/Games Boys and girls should wear white T shirt (with school logo), black shorts and plimsolls. Tracksuits may be worn in winter. PE kits are usually brought into school at the beginning of each half term and left at school unless we feel that they need an interim wash! Parents are asked to ensure that all clothing is clearly marked with your child’s name. Yours sincerely Mr J Gilbert Head Teacher Important Dates for your diary: Mon to 13/05/2019 to Year 6 SATS Week Thurs 16/05/2019 Fri 24/05/2019 InSET Day Mon to Fri 27/05/2019 to Half term 31/5/2019 Mon 03/06/2019 Year 6 Swimming begins Tue 04/06/2019 Class and whole school photos Thurs 06/06/2019 Year 1 Forest Schools begins Thurs 20/06/2019 Sports Day 1.00pm to 3.00pm Mon 01/07/2019 Gardening Club to Hampton Court Tue 02/07/2019 Leavers’ Service at Chichester Cathedral 10.30am Wed 03/07/2019 Year 6 Transition Day to Midhurst Rother College. Whole school Transition Day Thurs 04/07/2019 Joint Sports Activity Day at Amberley School Tue 23/07/2019 Leaver’s Service at St Giles’ Church 9.00am Term ends Mon 02/09/2019 InSET Day Tue 03/09/2019 Autumn Term Starts .