28 17 May 2019

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The weather held and our annual May Procession was, once Signature Font: Trebuchet 10pt Italic again, a beautiful celebration. Thank you to all of the families who were able to join us for this special occasion.

As you are aware, our Section 48 denominational inspection is taking place today. We are grateful to everyone who returned their questionnaires as inspectors will take parents’ views into consideration when writing their report.

Core Values Good news- we have a new PTA chair for September. I am Congratulations to the children who received the pleased to inform you that Mrs Tanya Charlie-Kadambari will award for displaying the core values of Tolerance & Respect. Children received their certificates for take the reins from Mrs Brigid Judson next year. showing respect to their classmates, teachers and respecting our school – well done! Finally, a very big ‘well done’ to our Year 6 children who tackled their SATs tests this week with maturity and dedication.

We couldn’t possibly have squashed another thing into what has been a hectic week- have a good weekend!

Mrs Vassallo and Staff

This week in school, we have been thinking about Thank you from the Chair of Governors what Gratitude means to us. We have a sense of Mr Hayes has asked me to convey his personal appreciation of everything we have and are able to thanks for your support for today’s inspection. do. We must endeavour to show gratitude to others who help us at school and within our community.

Mr Daly

Next week at St Mary’s Monday 20 6EW to Ightham Mote May 8am-8.50am: Yoga- all year groups

St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and 3.15pm- 4.30pm: Netball- Y3-6 promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 3.15pm- 4.30pm: Football- Y2-6 Designated Safeguarding Leads at St Mary’s are 3.15pm- 4.15pm: Taekwondo- all year Mrs Vassallo, Mrs Durand, Mrs Beirne and Mr groups McCabe. They can be contacted at Tuesday 21 Briefing for Y6 residential visit at 7pm [email protected]. May 7.50am- 8.50am: Gymnastics- all year groups This week at St Mary’s 3.15pm- 4.15pm: Taekwondo- all year Visit our Twitter account: @StMarysBeck to see: groups

 May Procession Wednesday Year 2 to Aylesford Priory  Football festival 22 May 3.15pm- 4.15pm: Year 2 & 3 athletics  Year 4 visit to Crofton  Athletics club 3.15pm- 5.15pm: Irish dancing- all  Mini Vinnies visit St Edmund’s year groups  U9 Royals 3.15pm- 4.20pm: Hockey- Y5&6

Medical and dental appointments in school time 3.15pm – 4.45pm Y5 & Y6 Sewing Please try to arrange non-urgent medical and Club dental appointments for outside school hours. You Thursday 6HH to Ightham Mote will need to show the office staff confirmation of 23 May the appointment for your child’s absence to be 3.15pm- 4.45pm: Spotlights- KS1 authorised. Friday 24 May devotions at 8.25am May Year 6 Mass Attendance Holidays in term time will not be authorised and Close for half term at 3.15pm unauthorised absences may be referred to the Education Welfare Officer for a penalty notice. 8am-8.45am: Hockey- Y3&4 Attendance below 90% is persistent absenteeism. Our school target is 97.7%. 3.15-4.15 Multi-Sports KS1

Please call the school office by 8am if your child will be 3.15-4.15 Karate Y1-Y6 absent from school and each day until they are well 4.30pm- 5.30pm: Ballet- KS1 enough to return. If they are absent for 5+ days, the absence needs to be medically supported by a doctor’s certificate. Football news The West Wickham u9 Royals football team, Attendance so far this half term: (comprised of fifteen Y4 and one Y3 St. Mary's pupils), won their cup final at the weekend at the HSBC Sports Ground in . A 2-0 win against RAB 96.2 RMS 96.0 Ex Blues with both goals coming from Luke Dovey. 1LM 99.5 1SW 95.9 Simon Hayday 2ER 97.6 2BY 98.4 3CD 97.4 3JL 97.6 4KS 96.2 4KW 97.4 5SR 97.7 5JW 95.9 6HH 98.8 6EW 97.5

Best attendance so far this half term: 1LM

ALL POLICIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE SCHOOL ON St John Bosco Camp REQUEST. Bookings are now open and filling up for the St John Bosco Children's Camp. St Mary's children have continued to attend this camp and all are Please note that the school circulates information welcome this year. on clubs and events from external providers from time to time. These are for information purposes The centre provides an opportunity for children to and no recommendation is given or implied. have an exciting, action-packed camping holiday in a countryside setting away from technology and busy modern life. No sweets please Please remember that for several reasons, The expected contribution for the whole week children are not permitted to bring sweets in for which includes transport, all activities and 3 meals birthdays, even if they are to be distributed on a day is just £160. the playground after school.

Age limit Club Langley Netball Boys' week 8-13 Club Langley Junior Netball is looking for girls for Girls' week 9-12 their U12s team, currently in school years 5 & 6 to Mixed week 8-11 join their growing youth section. Open to all abilities, come along and bring a friend. Dates Boys' week 1 - 27th July-3rd August (Mr Please get in touch for a free taster session... via Wentworth will be Camp Leader for this week) [email protected]. U12s Wednesday session times 5.45 - 7pm Boys' week 2 - 3rd-10th August Club Langley Netball currently has 3 junior teams Girls' week - 10th-17th August and 4 senior teams, playing competitive matches in the North West League and Rising Stars Mixed week - 17th-24th August (Limited Spaces) League on Saturdays at High.

For more information please visit: https://www.svp.org.uk/microsite/st-john-bosco- childrens-camp

Or speak to Mr Wentworth who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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