Newsletter -13th January 2017
Newsletter
Forster Park
13th January 2017 Diary Dates:
www. oakbridgefederation.co.uk
Friday 20th January: Parakeet class assembly. Friday 27th January: Jay class assembly .
CELEBRATION TEA Yesterday we held our termly ‘celebration tea’. Thank you to all the parents who came to celebrate the children’s hard work and success. Friday 3rd February :
All at Forster Park send a huge WHOOOSH… to the children who were chosen to be our, ‘Stars of the Term’ for Autumn 2016.
NSPCC Number Day– Wear a number for £1. Mon-Fri 6th-10th February:
We will be uploading the photos of the event to our website soon, so please take a look and visit, www.forsterpark.co.uk.
Computing Parent Learning Week. Tuesday 7th February: Internet safety day for pupils. Thursday 9th February:
Own Clothes Day: Thursday 19th January This Thursday 19th January will be an Own Clothes Day. Fish and chips will be on the menu too (please order and pay at the school office).
Internet safety workshop for parents. Friday 10th February: LAST DAY OF HALF TERM. Monday 20TH February: ALL PUPILS RETURN TO SCHOOL (8.50am).
Be a teacher Please see the advert in the newsletter about school -based teacher training. Further details online and through Eliot Bank Primary School and UCAS. Please see Mr Gale for further information.
After School Club ASC spaces are available now!! The club starts at 3.30pm and finishes at 5.45pm. The daily rate is £7.50, this includes a snack. Please come to the office to apply.
Bad weather Under most circumstances, a decision to close or delay school due to bad weather will be posted on the school website (www.forsterpark.co.uk) and a text message we will be sent to all Parents/Carers. Please make sure all mobile numbers are up to date . See the office if a mobile number needs updating.
Considerate Parking Please park considerately and think of others when you park. Avoid the yellow school markings and keep pavements clear around the school as much as possible. It is right to show due respect to our local residents by parking responsibly. Thank you.
Friday-Wednesday 24th Feb1st March: Book fair starts.
Thursday 2nd March: World Book Day. Friday 3rd March: Flamingo class assembly. Friday 10th March: Dove class assembly .
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We are on Twitter (@Forsterparksch). Follow us for the lastest updates, news and events.
Friday 17th March: Magpie assembly . Friday 24th March: Comic Relief-£1 Thursday 30th March: Parents Afternoon/Evening
Young Governors visit The Houses of Parliament
On Friday 6th January 2017, the young governors went on a trip to the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, it was so much fun. We got to go in the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Also, we met our local MP Heidi Alexander. I felt so excited. Then, we learned all about the debates that the politicians have to decide on the new laws that the Queen announces at the opening of Parliament. Vikki Year 4 Chaffinch
The State Opening of Parliament marks the formal start of the parliamentary year and the Queen's Speech sets out the government’s agenda for the coming session, outlining proposed policies and legislation. It is the only regular occasion when the three constituent parts of Parliament – the Sovereign, the House of Lords and the House of Commons – meet. When is State Opening? State Opening happens on the first day of a new parliamentary session or shortly after a general election. The State Opening of Parliament for the 2016-17 session took place on 18 May 2016. What happens during State Opening? State Opening is the main ceremonial event of the parliamentary calendar, attracting large crowds and a significant television and online audience. It begins with the Queen's procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster, escorted by the Household Cavalry. The Queen arrives at Sovereign's Entrance and proceeds to the Robing Room. Wearing the Imperial State Crown and the Robe of State, she leads the Royal Procession through the Royal Gallery, packed with 600 guests, to the chamber of the House of Lords. The House of Lords’ official known as 'Black Rod' is sent to summon the Commons. The doors to the Commons chamber are shut in his face: a practice dating back to the Civil War, symbolising the Commons' independence from the monarchy. Black Rod strikes the door three times before it is opened. Members of the House of Commons then follow Black Rod and the Commons Speaker to the Lords chamber, standing at the opposite end to the Throne, known as the Bar of the House, to listen to the speech. I was really amazed by all the gold used for the Queen’s throne. The young governors had a blast at the Houses of Parliament. If you have any problems you can come to me as your representative from year five. Yours sincerely Damoy! Researcher: Damoy Forsythe, Year 5, Magpie Class; (Source: Wikipedia).
As we know, the young governors went to the Houses of Parliament (in Westminster). We had a tour guide called Edward. We touched real gold and went into the two houses: the House of Commons and House of Lords. We also met the MP - Heidi Alexander - it was fantastic; we all enjoyed it very much. Fun Facts:
The Queen may not enter the House of Commons. The Prime Minister Theresa May actually writes the speech that the Queen makes at the opening of parliament.
We saw the statue of Margret Thatcher and Winston Church.
Star of the Week Class Nursery
Kimron Salma
Penguins (Rec)
Rose Joseph
Puffins (Rec)
Jay Maya
Parrots (Rec)
Tiara Anthony
Hummingbirds (Yr1)
Nathaniel Alayna
Cuckoo (Yr1)
Morgan Maryama
Doves (Yr1)
Oskar Dion
Owls (Yr2)
Paighton Eseosa
Swan (Yr2)
At Forster Park we celebrate children’s good behaviour and achievement. Each week we celebrate this in our weekly newsletter. Here is this week’s list. Well done to all! Keep up the great work!
Karamo Elliesha
Flamingos (Yr2)
Jayden
Golden Rules
Mia W Kingfishers (Yr3)
Maison Haley
Parakeets (Yr3)
Kabir Zyumbyula
Peacock (Yr3)
Maria
Woodpeckers (Yr4)
Khiara Ellie
Jay (Yr4)
Andreanna Abdul Jayanna
Chaffinch (Yr4)
Gloria
Raven (Yr5)
Vanessa Shanice Carrie-Ann
Magpie (Yr5)
Jhontae Anisa
Hawk (Yr6)
Renuja Harvey
Eagle(Yr6)
Ayoub Elisabeth
Show respect Take responsibility Always make the right choice
Class
No. of Lates
Penguins (Rec)
1
Puffins (Rec)
0
Parrots (Rec)
0
Hummingbirds (Yr1)
2
Cuckoo (Yr1)
1
Doves (Yr1)
6
Owls (Yr2)
1
Swan (Yr2)
0
Flamingos (Yr2)
0
Parakeets (Yr3)
2
Peacock (Yr3)
1
Kingfishers (Yr3)
1
Woodpeckers (Yr4)
0
Jay (Yr4)
7
Chaffinch (Yr4)
1
Raven (Yr5)
2
Magpie (Yr5)
2
Hawk (Yr6)
1
Eagle (Yr6) Whole School
32
Attendance Week Ending 13th January 2017
1st 2nd
Woodpeckers (Yr 4) 99.4% Peacock (Yr 3 )98.2 %
Good attendance and punctuality is very important; our children must arrive on time ready to start the school day and the important job of learning.
4
Uniform list Red jumper or cardigan with school logo Plain white collared shirt Plain grey or black trousers or skirt Red gingham summer dress Plain white, grey or black socks/tights Plain black shoes or boots (no logos) Plain black, white, grey or red hijab PE Kits Plain white t-shirt Plain black or navy shorts Plain black, navy or grey tracksuit (outdoor kit) Plain black trainers or plimsolls
Autumn Term 2016
Spring Term 2017
Summer Term 2017
Wed 7th Sept – Friday 21st Oct
Wed 4th Jan—Friday 10th Feb
Tuesday 18th April—Fri 26th May
Half term – Mon 24th - Fri 28th Oct
Half Term: Mon 13th Feb—Fri 17th Feb
Half term: Mon 29th May—Fri 2nd June
Tues 1st Nov – Wed 21st Dec
Monday 20th Feb—Friday 31st March
Mon 5th June—Thurs 20th July
Inset Days 5th & 6th Sept & 31st October 2016
Inset Days Tuesday 3rd January 2017
Inset Days Friday 21st July 2017
Forster Park
13th January 2017 Diary Dates:
www. oakbridgefederation.co.uk
Friday 20th January: Parakeet class assembly. Friday 27th January: Jay class assembly .
CELEBRATION TEA Yesterday we held our termly ‘celebration tea’. Thank you to all the parents who came to celebrate the children’s hard work and success. Friday 3rd February :
All at Forster Park send a huge WHOOOSH… to the children who were chosen to be our, ‘Stars of the Term’ for Autumn 2016.
NSPCC Number Day– Wear a number for £1. Mon-Fri 6th-10th February:
We will be uploading the photos of the event to our website soon, so please take a look and visit, www.forsterpark.co.uk.
Computing Parent Learning Week. Tuesday 7th February: Internet safety day for pupils. Thursday 9th February:
Own Clothes Day: Thursday 19th January This Thursday 19th January will be an Own Clothes Day. Fish and chips will be on the menu too (please order and pay at the school office).
Internet safety workshop for parents. Friday 10th February: LAST DAY OF HALF TERM. Monday 20TH February: ALL PUPILS RETURN TO SCHOOL (8.50am).
Be a teacher Please see the advert in the newsletter about school -based teacher training. Further details online and through Eliot Bank Primary School and UCAS. Please see Mr Gale for further information.
After School Club ASC spaces are available now!! The club starts at 3.30pm and finishes at 5.45pm. The daily rate is £7.50, this includes a snack. Please come to the office to apply.
Bad weather Under most circumstances, a decision to close or delay school due to bad weather will be posted on the school website (www.forsterpark.co.uk) and a text message we will be sent to all Parents/Carers. Please make sure all mobile numbers are up to date . See the office if a mobile number needs updating.
Considerate Parking Please park considerately and think of others when you park. Avoid the yellow school markings and keep pavements clear around the school as much as possible. It is right to show due respect to our local residents by parking responsibly. Thank you.
Friday-Wednesday 24th Feb1st March: Book fair starts.
Thursday 2nd March: World Book Day. Friday 3rd March: Flamingo class assembly. Friday 10th March: Dove class assembly .
We are on Twitter (@Forsterparksch). Follow us for the lastest updates, news and events.
Friday 17th March: Magpie assembly . Friday 24th March: Comic Relief-£1 Thursday 30th March: Parents Afternoon/Evening
Young Governors visit The Houses of Parliament
On Friday 6th January 2017, the young governors went on a trip to the Houses of Parliament in Westminster, it was so much fun. We got to go in the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Also, we met our local MP Heidi Alexander. I felt so excited. Then, we learned all about the debates that the politicians have to decide on the new laws that the Queen announces at the opening of Parliament. Vikki Year 4 Chaffinch
The State Opening of Parliament marks the formal start of the parliamentary year and the Queen's Speech sets out the government’s agenda for the coming session, outlining proposed policies and legislation. It is the only regular occasion when the three constituent parts of Parliament – the Sovereign, the House of Lords and the House of Commons – meet. When is State Opening? State Opening happens on the first day of a new parliamentary session or shortly after a general election. The State Opening of Parliament for the 2016-17 session took place on 18 May 2016. What happens during State Opening? State Opening is the main ceremonial event of the parliamentary calendar, attracting large crowds and a significant television and online audience. It begins with the Queen's procession from Buckingham Palace to Westminster, escorted by the Household Cavalry. The Queen arrives at Sovereign's Entrance and proceeds to the Robing Room. Wearing the Imperial State Crown and the Robe of State, she leads the Royal Procession through the Royal Gallery, packed with 600 guests, to the chamber of the House of Lords. The House of Lords’ official known as 'Black Rod' is sent to summon the Commons. The doors to the Commons chamber are shut in his face: a practice dating back to the Civil War, symbolising the Commons' independence from the monarchy. Black Rod strikes the door three times before it is opened. Members of the House of Commons then follow Black Rod and the Commons Speaker to the Lords chamber, standing at the opposite end to the Throne, known as the Bar of the House, to listen to the speech. I was really amazed by all the gold used for the Queen’s throne. The young governors had a blast at the Houses of Parliament. If you have any problems you can come to me as your representative from year five. Yours sincerely Damoy! Researcher: Damoy Forsythe, Year 5, Magpie Class; (Source: Wikipedia).
As we know, the young governors went to the Houses of Parliament (in Westminster). We had a tour guide called Edward. We touched real gold and went into the two houses: the House of Commons and House of Lords. We also met the MP - Heidi Alexander - it was fantastic; we all enjoyed it very much. Fun Facts:
The Queen may not enter the House of Commons. The Prime Minister Theresa May actually writes the speech that the Queen makes at the opening of parliament.
We saw the statue of Margret Thatcher and Winston Church.
Star of the Week Class Nursery
Kimron Salma
Penguins (Rec)
Rose Joseph
Puffins (Rec)
Jay Maya
Parrots (Rec)
Tiara Anthony
Hummingbirds (Yr1)
Nathaniel Alayna
Cuckoo (Yr1)
Morgan Maryama
Doves (Yr1)
Oskar Dion
Owls (Yr2)
Paighton Eseosa
Swan (Yr2)
At Forster Park we celebrate children’s good behaviour and achievement. Each week we celebrate this in our weekly newsletter. Here is this week’s list. Well done to all! Keep up the great work!
Karamo Elliesha
Flamingos (Yr2)
Jayden
Golden Rules
Mia W Kingfishers (Yr3)
Maison Haley
Parakeets (Yr3)
Kabir Zyumbyula
Peacock (Yr3)
Maria
Woodpeckers (Yr4)
Khiara Ellie
Jay (Yr4)
Andreanna Abdul Jayanna
Chaffinch (Yr4)
Gloria
Raven (Yr5)
Vanessa Shanice Carrie-Ann
Magpie (Yr5)
Jhontae Anisa
Hawk (Yr6)
Renuja Harvey
Eagle(Yr6)
Ayoub Elisabeth
Show respect Take responsibility Always make the right choice
Class
No. of Lates
Penguins (Rec)
1
Puffins (Rec)
0
Parrots (Rec)
0
Hummingbirds (Yr1)
2
Cuckoo (Yr1)
1
Doves (Yr1)
6
Owls (Yr2)
1
Swan (Yr2)
0
Flamingos (Yr2)
0
Parakeets (Yr3)
2
Peacock (Yr3)
1
Kingfishers (Yr3)
1
Woodpeckers (Yr4)
0
Jay (Yr4)
7
Chaffinch (Yr4)
1
Raven (Yr5)
2
Magpie (Yr5)
2
Hawk (Yr6)
1
Eagle (Yr6) Whole School
32
Attendance Week Ending 13th January 2017
1st 2nd
Woodpeckers (Yr 4) 99.4% Peacock (Yr 3 )98.2 %
Good attendance and punctuality is very important; our children must arrive on time ready to start the school day and the important job of learning.
4
Uniform list Red jumper or cardigan with school logo Plain white collared shirt Plain grey or black trousers or skirt Red gingham summer dress Plain white, grey or black socks/tights Plain black shoes or boots (no logos) Plain black, white, grey or red hijab PE Kits Plain white t-shirt Plain black or navy shorts Plain black, navy or grey tracksuit (outdoor kit) Plain black trainers or plimsolls
Autumn Term 2016
Spring Term 2017
Summer Term 2017
Wed 7th Sept – Friday 21st Oct
Wed 4th Jan—Friday 10th Feb
Tuesday 18th April—Fri 26th May
Half term – Mon 24th - Fri 28th Oct
Half Term: Mon 13th Feb—Fri 17th Feb
Half term: Mon 29th May—Fri 2nd June
Tues 1st Nov – Wed 21st Dec
Monday 20th Feb—Friday 31st March
Mon 5th June—Thurs 20th July
Inset Days 5th & 6th Sept & 31st October 2016
Inset Days Tuesday 3rd January 2017
Inset Days Friday 21st July 2017
