Stannington First School Thursday Times
30 June 2016
Stannington First School Thursday Times Diary dates : 6 July—Assembly in Church (Year 4 children) 14 July—Additional Dad’s lunch 15 July—Reports issued 18 July—A chance to have a look at your child’s book and have an ice-cream 1.30pm
Children’s achievements this week Orienteering
Bronze medal—Sam and Jack Silver medal—Ben and Max Bronze medal—Ruby and Charlotte County Bronze Medal Champions—Sam and Jack
Strike by NUT I have had no indication from any member of staff that they will be striking on 5th July. I will let you know as soon as I am made aware of any intended disruption to the school.
19 July—Year 4 take-over day 20 July—Leavers assembly 2pm 20 July—Last day of term 6 Sept—Back to school
Transfer Day What a lovely calm, happy school we have! Our new reception children have all settled in and are busy doing their jobs. The children who have moved up a year are all happily getting on with their work I am looking forward to hearing all about the Year 4’s experiences at Chantry when they come back to school tomorrow.
Summer Fair Thank you to everyone who supported the summer fair in any way! It was a great success (as usual) and I think everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The PTA committee deserve a very big thank you for their energy and enthusiasm which combined, ensure the success of the events. A grand total of £1500 was made. The main raffle prize was won by Lindsay Oliver. A very big thank you to everyone who helped on the day, including the staff and ex-pupils Kitty Kilmurray , Chloe Holmes, Conall Fearon and Matthew Glennie. Forest School timetable: Mondays—Year 3 & 4 Tuesdays—Recep & Yr 1 Thursdays—Nursery & Rowan, Year 2
Thank you to the parents for donating lots of prizes. Thank you to Bex Latimer for making and donating the scones and not forgetting the BBQ dads Philip Holmes, Stephen Milligan, Andy Summers, Simon Byrne and David Gregory!
Assembly in church Revd Catherine will be conducting a special leavers assembly in church at 1.00 pm on Wednesday 6th July. Parents of the year 4 children are welcome join us, but don’t worry if you are unavailable to attend– the leavers assembly in school is at 2.00 pm on Wednesday 20th July (for year 4 parents only)
Please remember to regularly check your emails and your child’s book-bag for any correspondence from school.
23 June 2016
Stannington First School Page 2 Lost and Found An amount of money was found in the Year 3 & 4 cloakroom area. Please contact the office if you believe you are the owner. Silver necklace found in school.
Clothing Please name all of your child's clothes and shoes. At the end of this term we will be giving all lost property to a charity shop so please make sure that you’ve checked the ‘lost property box’. We have a large stock of good quality second hand uniform—if you would like to purchase any items, for a small donation, please contact the school office.
Cash found in The Glebe Boys shoes—black, size 1
Extra lunch for dads Due to the popularity of the Fathers Day lunches and the fact that not all dads were able to get a place; Jane invites the dads to lunch on Thursday July 14th. Places will be popular– please let Angela know by Wednesday the 6th if you would like to come.
Outstanding bills As we are approaching the end of the school year, it is vitally important that all outstanding bills are paid in full by Friday 15th July. If you are experiencing problems in paying, please see Mrs Harker or myself as soon as possible.
Oaks visit to Brinkburn Priory The children and staff had a wonderful time at Brinkburn Priory last week. Miss Enzor was pleased with all the children for their exemplary behaviour!
Father’s Day lunch - Thursday 14th July 2016 £3 per person Name : Dietary requirements : Would like to stay for lunch and I enclose £3
Please remember to regularly check your emails and your child’s book-bag for any correspondence from school.
9 June 2016
Stannington First School Page 3 Our Day At Washington Wetland– By Annabelle Hogg. Dear Diary, Yesterday the school went to Washington Wetland Centre. It took two huge buses for all of us to get there. We split into groups and I was with Mrs Mason. On our journey we went under the pitch black Tyne Tunnel. Did you know that the Tyne Tunnel is under water? Well now you do! When we got there we went to see the ducks. When I saw the ducks I was speechless because they were in and out of my feet. We had a look at the pond. I saw a duck go under water then pop back up somewhere else. We went to the park. In the park was a shiny thing, the park was great. Then we went to insect garden. We saw the six leg hotel. It was a bug hotel and was really good. This glass thing was cool and each layer had bugs in it but we didn't see any bugs. The whole school was around the otters because they were about to get fed, we asked lots of questions, the school then went to the flamingo feed. We asked a couple of questions. Then we went for lunch and it was really, really tasty, thank you Jane.
Sainsburys active kids The closing date for the Sainsbury’s active kids vouchers is 8th July. Please send in all your vouchers as soon as possible so that our order can be placed.
Milk for the Autumn Term It is nearly the end of the academic year and time to order milk for your child for September. Order forms have been sent via email. Please ensure you pass on your requirements by Friday 15th July.
Name Age and Date of Birth Day attending (please tick)
Parent/Guardian Name Email address Mobile number Emergency mobile number Medical conditions
22 Aug
23 Aug
24 Aug
25 Aug
26 Aug
30 Aug
31 Aug
1 Sept
2 Sept
Stannington First School Thursday Times Diary dates : 6 July—Assembly in Church (Year 4 children) 14 July—Additional Dad’s lunch 15 July—Reports issued 18 July—A chance to have a look at your child’s book and have an ice-cream 1.30pm
Children’s achievements this week Orienteering
Bronze medal—Sam and Jack Silver medal—Ben and Max Bronze medal—Ruby and Charlotte County Bronze Medal Champions—Sam and Jack
Strike by NUT I have had no indication from any member of staff that they will be striking on 5th July. I will let you know as soon as I am made aware of any intended disruption to the school.
19 July—Year 4 take-over day 20 July—Leavers assembly 2pm 20 July—Last day of term 6 Sept—Back to school
Transfer Day What a lovely calm, happy school we have! Our new reception children have all settled in and are busy doing their jobs. The children who have moved up a year are all happily getting on with their work I am looking forward to hearing all about the Year 4’s experiences at Chantry when they come back to school tomorrow.
Summer Fair Thank you to everyone who supported the summer fair in any way! It was a great success (as usual) and I think everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The PTA committee deserve a very big thank you for their energy and enthusiasm which combined, ensure the success of the events. A grand total of £1500 was made. The main raffle prize was won by Lindsay Oliver. A very big thank you to everyone who helped on the day, including the staff and ex-pupils Kitty Kilmurray , Chloe Holmes, Conall Fearon and Matthew Glennie. Forest School timetable: Mondays—Year 3 & 4 Tuesdays—Recep & Yr 1 Thursdays—Nursery & Rowan, Year 2
Thank you to the parents for donating lots of prizes. Thank you to Bex Latimer for making and donating the scones and not forgetting the BBQ dads Philip Holmes, Stephen Milligan, Andy Summers, Simon Byrne and David Gregory!
Assembly in church Revd Catherine will be conducting a special leavers assembly in church at 1.00 pm on Wednesday 6th July. Parents of the year 4 children are welcome join us, but don’t worry if you are unavailable to attend– the leavers assembly in school is at 2.00 pm on Wednesday 20th July (for year 4 parents only)
Please remember to regularly check your emails and your child’s book-bag for any correspondence from school.
23 June 2016
Stannington First School Page 2 Lost and Found An amount of money was found in the Year 3 & 4 cloakroom area. Please contact the office if you believe you are the owner. Silver necklace found in school.
Clothing Please name all of your child's clothes and shoes. At the end of this term we will be giving all lost property to a charity shop so please make sure that you’ve checked the ‘lost property box’. We have a large stock of good quality second hand uniform—if you would like to purchase any items, for a small donation, please contact the school office.
Cash found in The Glebe Boys shoes—black, size 1
Extra lunch for dads Due to the popularity of the Fathers Day lunches and the fact that not all dads were able to get a place; Jane invites the dads to lunch on Thursday July 14th. Places will be popular– please let Angela know by Wednesday the 6th if you would like to come.
Outstanding bills As we are approaching the end of the school year, it is vitally important that all outstanding bills are paid in full by Friday 15th July. If you are experiencing problems in paying, please see Mrs Harker or myself as soon as possible.
Oaks visit to Brinkburn Priory The children and staff had a wonderful time at Brinkburn Priory last week. Miss Enzor was pleased with all the children for their exemplary behaviour!
Father’s Day lunch - Thursday 14th July 2016 £3 per person Name : Dietary requirements : Would like to stay for lunch and I enclose £3
Please remember to regularly check your emails and your child’s book-bag for any correspondence from school.
9 June 2016
Stannington First School Page 3 Our Day At Washington Wetland– By Annabelle Hogg. Dear Diary, Yesterday the school went to Washington Wetland Centre. It took two huge buses for all of us to get there. We split into groups and I was with Mrs Mason. On our journey we went under the pitch black Tyne Tunnel. Did you know that the Tyne Tunnel is under water? Well now you do! When we got there we went to see the ducks. When I saw the ducks I was speechless because they were in and out of my feet. We had a look at the pond. I saw a duck go under water then pop back up somewhere else. We went to the park. In the park was a shiny thing, the park was great. Then we went to insect garden. We saw the six leg hotel. It was a bug hotel and was really good. This glass thing was cool and each layer had bugs in it but we didn't see any bugs. The whole school was around the otters because they were about to get fed, we asked lots of questions, the school then went to the flamingo feed. We asked a couple of questions. Then we went for lunch and it was really, really tasty, thank you Jane.
Sainsburys active kids The closing date for the Sainsbury’s active kids vouchers is 8th July. Please send in all your vouchers as soon as possible so that our order can be placed.
Milk for the Autumn Term It is nearly the end of the academic year and time to order milk for your child for September. Order forms have been sent via email. Please ensure you pass on your requirements by Friday 15th July.
Name Age and Date of Birth Day attending (please tick)
Parent/Guardian Name Email address Mobile number Emergency mobile number Medical conditions
22 Aug
23 Aug
24 Aug
25 Aug
26 Aug
30 Aug
31 Aug
1 Sept
2 Sept
