13th October 2010
Newsletter No: 31
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Inclement Weather As the weather is getting colder, please ensure your child brings a weatherproof coat and appropriate footwear, as we would like the children to go out at playtimes as much as possible.
Year 6 Residential Trip. I was disappointed that some parents have still not returned their reply slip. It is very important that we know how many children wish to participate so that we can confirm if this trip will go ahead as there is a minimum number of children needed for us to make a booking.
Book Fair Today is the last day of our Book Fair so come along to the Small Hall after school to have a look at the books on sale. Every book you buy helps to buy books for the school.
Open School It was lovely to see such a good turnout at our Open School on Monday. Thank you for your positive feedback.
Year 5 Trip Year 5 had a fantastic time on their trip to Hyde Hall on Monday. The children learnt lots about the life cycles of plants and are now ready to start planning their own vegetable garden in school. I was very pleased to hear how well behaved they were.
Beijing Trip Next week, Helen Radmore, Mark Evans and Samina Rai will be visiting Beijing to meet our partner school. They will meet staff and children, observe and teach lessons and discuss how the link can benefit both schools. Please note that 2G and 4G will be covered by Sophia Gypsiotis and Baha Uddin from within the staff team when Mark and Samina are away. A website has been set up so that we can all follow Helen, Mark and Samina’s progress and we can also post comments for them! The website address is cranbrookprimary.blogspot.com
Cultural Dress Day The children are invited to dress in their cultural costume of heritage on 20th October. We are looking forward to seeing the colourful costumes.
International Evening Tickets Please come along to our International Evening on the 21st October from 3:45 – 6pm. This is a celebration of Black History Month and promises to be a great evening. Please return the slip and monies in an envelope as soon as possible as only 200 tickets are available and will be issued on a first come first served basis. Do remember to note on the slip if you are able to donate food or drink. We rely on your generous donations at these events.
Non-Uniform Day This has been cancelled, as the children will be in non-uniform on Wednesday.
Year 6 Secondary Transfer Forms Please return your application forms to Lynton House by 22nd October other wise your child is at risk of not being allocated a place.
Half Term The Half Term break is Monday 25th to Friday 29th October.
Inset Day Monday 1st November School closed. We will be closed for staff training. Please note: there will also be no Breakfast or After School Club on this day.
PTA Hallowe’en Event A letter was sent home yesterday with details of the exciting events planned by the PTA on 4th November. Please return your reply slip and money in an envelope as soon as possible as we are expecting a big response. Mr Marvel has sold out in the past! This will also be a non-uniform day for all children and staff. Please note: there will be no Clubs on this day.
Attendance I am thrilled to report that last week’s overall attendance percentage was 96.2% which is above the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage was Year 3 Green with 99.3%. Well done everybody! Let’s keep this up!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
R Blue 96.6% R Green 93.3% R Red 93.5% R Yellow 92.2%
Yr 1 Blue 96.7% Yr 1 Green 96.0% Yr 1 Red 97.1% Yr 1 Yellow 98.4%
Yr 2 Blue 97.3% Yr 2 Green 99.2% Yr 2 Red 96.7% Yr 2 Yellow 98.6%
Yr 3 Blue 94.9% Yr 3 Green 99.3% Yr 3 Red 92.4% Yr 3 Yellow 96.3%
Yr 4 Green 96.6% Yr 4 Red 96.4%
Yr 5 Blue 99.0% Yr 5 Yellow 96.6%
Yr 6 Red 92.7%
RY, 3R and 6R – I would love to see an improvement in your percentage next week.
Donations of fabrics, material, saris We would be pleased to receive any donations of fabrics, material or saris for use in class and for making costumes. Please give these to your child’s teacher.
Waitrose Vouchers We are collecting Waitrose vouchers which we can exchange for garden tools. Please send any vouchers into class with your child.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Parents Meeting 30th September, 3:15pm
Harvest Assembly 1st October
Book Fair 4th - 13th October
Open School 11th October, 3:30-4:15pm
SRE meeting for Yr 5 parents 14th October
Beijing Visit w/c 16th October
Cultural Dress Day 20th October
International Evening 21st October, 4-6pm
Non uniform day 22nd October
Half Term break 25th- 29th October
Staff Training day (school closed) 1st November
School re-opens 2nd November
PTA Hallowe’en Entertainment 4th November
PTA Pantomime 16th December
Parents Evenings w/c 15th November
Last day of term 20th December
Christmas Break 21st December to 3rd January
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Monday 18 October 2010
Tuesday 12 October 2010
6th October 2010
Newsletter No: 30
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Year 6 Residential Trip Thank you to those parents who attended the meeting last week. A letter was sent home on Friday with details and we need to receive reply slips no later than this Friday, so that we can confirm that this trip will go ahead.
Harvest Assembly Thank you so much for your donations of tins and packets of food. These will be distributed to the Redbridge Night Shelter and the local Elderly.
Late Children If your children are late for school, please do not just drop them off at the gates as they will be locked out or in the playground as the doors will be closed. Children must be escorted to the School Office and signed in so that we know they are in school and can enter them on the register.
School Office Please note that from now on the School Office will be closed between 10-11.00 am and 1.30-2.30pm to ensure that all office staff have the required breaks. Please also help by sending in any money in labelled envelopes with your child rather than queuing up each day to pay it into the office.
Book Fair Please come along to our Book Fair which is taking place each day until Wednesday 13th October after school in the Small Hall. The children have had a preview of the books which are available to buy. Do come along – the children are very excited about our Book Fair! Every book you buy helps to buy books for the school. Thank you for all your support so far.
Open School Reminder: all parents and carers are invited to walk through the school and look at your child’s class books on 11th October between 3:30 and 4:15pm. Please note, as previously this is not a formal meeting with the class teacher but rather an opportunity for the children to show their books to their parents. Formal meetings to discuss your child’s progress with the class teacher will take place during the week beginning 15th November.
International Evening Tickets You are invited to join us in celebrating diversity at our International Evening on the 21st October from 3:45 – 6pm. Please return the slip and monies in an envelope as soon as possible as only 200 tickets are available and will be issued on a first come first served basis.
Year 6 Secondary Transfer Forms Please return your applications to Lynton House by 22nd October other wise your child is at risk of not being allocated a place.
PTA Entertainment The PTA has arranged an afterschool Halloween Disco with Mr Marvel for KS2 and Year 2 and Mr Marvel to entertain Nursery to Year 1 classes, during the day on 4th November. There will be Clubs that day.
Attendance Last week’s overall attendance percentage was 95% which is the national average. The class with the highest percentage was Year 4 Red with 99.3%. Well done everybody! Let’s keep this up!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
R Blue 95.9% R Green 91.4% R Red 92.5% R Yellow 91.9%
Yr 1 Blue 94.0% Yr 1 Green 96.7% Yr1 Red 98.6% Yr 1 Yellow 96.8%
Yr 2 Blue 97.0% Yr 2 Green 87.7% Yr 2 Red 97.3% Yr 2 Yellow 93.5%
Yr 3 Blue 93.3% Yr 3 Green 97.3% Yr 3 Red 90.3% Yr 3 Yellow 98.5%
Yr 4 Green 95.5% Yr 4 Red 99.3%
Yr 5 Blue 97.5% Yr 5 Yellow 92.8%
Yr 6 Red 97.3%
2G and 3R – I would love to see an improvement in your percentage next week.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school from 3.15-3.45pm.
Parking The local Police and PCSO team will be patrolling around the school regularly. They will be issuing parking tickets and penalty notices to drivers parked illegally – this includes blocking driveways.
Clubs Update Many of our Clubs started as planned this week with the exception of Cricket and Dance (Thursday) which starts next week, ICT which starts after Half Term and Karate which is being arranged directly by the Karate teacher. We have tried to allocate each child to a club and will prioritise places next term to those children, who were not able to get a place this term. Please remember to enclose your money with the Permission Slip. We are hoping to be able to offer further clubs later in the year and would like to thank you for your support as well as the members of staff who are giving their time to organise and run the clubs for your children.
Waitrose Vouchers We are collecting Waitrose vouchers which we can exchange for garden tools. Please send any vouchers into class with your child.
RHS Campaign for School Gardening We are currently registering with this scheme which will provide help and ideas to get our children gardening. As we complete each of the 5 benchmark stages we will receive a certificate and prize. We can’t wait to get started!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Parents Meeting 30th September, 3:15pm
Harvest Assembly 1st October
Book Fair 4th - 13th October
Open School 11th October, 3:30-4:15pm
SRE meeting for Yr 5 parents 14th October
Beijing Visit w/c 16th October
International Evening 21st October, 4-6pm
Non uniform day 22nd October
Half Term break 25th- 29th October
Staff Training day (school closed) 1st November
School re-opens 2nd November
PTA Entertainment 4th November
PTA Pantomime 16th December
Parents Evenings w/c 15th November
Last day of term 20th December
Christmas Break 21st December to 3rd January
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Newsletter No: 30
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Year 6 Residential Trip Thank you to those parents who attended the meeting last week. A letter was sent home on Friday with details and we need to receive reply slips no later than this Friday, so that we can confirm that this trip will go ahead.
Harvest Assembly Thank you so much for your donations of tins and packets of food. These will be distributed to the Redbridge Night Shelter and the local Elderly.
Late Children If your children are late for school, please do not just drop them off at the gates as they will be locked out or in the playground as the doors will be closed. Children must be escorted to the School Office and signed in so that we know they are in school and can enter them on the register.
School Office Please note that from now on the School Office will be closed between 10-11.00 am and 1.30-2.30pm to ensure that all office staff have the required breaks. Please also help by sending in any money in labelled envelopes with your child rather than queuing up each day to pay it into the office.
Book Fair Please come along to our Book Fair which is taking place each day until Wednesday 13th October after school in the Small Hall. The children have had a preview of the books which are available to buy. Do come along – the children are very excited about our Book Fair! Every book you buy helps to buy books for the school. Thank you for all your support so far.
Open School Reminder: all parents and carers are invited to walk through the school and look at your child’s class books on 11th October between 3:30 and 4:15pm. Please note, as previously this is not a formal meeting with the class teacher but rather an opportunity for the children to show their books to their parents. Formal meetings to discuss your child’s progress with the class teacher will take place during the week beginning 15th November.
International Evening Tickets You are invited to join us in celebrating diversity at our International Evening on the 21st October from 3:45 – 6pm. Please return the slip and monies in an envelope as soon as possible as only 200 tickets are available and will be issued on a first come first served basis.
Year 6 Secondary Transfer Forms Please return your applications to Lynton House by 22nd October other wise your child is at risk of not being allocated a place.
PTA Entertainment The PTA has arranged an afterschool Halloween Disco with Mr Marvel for KS2 and Year 2 and Mr Marvel to entertain Nursery to Year 1 classes, during the day on 4th November. There will be Clubs that day.
Attendance Last week’s overall attendance percentage was 95% which is the national average. The class with the highest percentage was Year 4 Red with 99.3%. Well done everybody! Let’s keep this up!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
R Blue 95.9% R Green 91.4% R Red 92.5% R Yellow 91.9%
Yr 1 Blue 94.0% Yr 1 Green 96.7% Yr1 Red 98.6% Yr 1 Yellow 96.8%
Yr 2 Blue 97.0% Yr 2 Green 87.7% Yr 2 Red 97.3% Yr 2 Yellow 93.5%
Yr 3 Blue 93.3% Yr 3 Green 97.3% Yr 3 Red 90.3% Yr 3 Yellow 98.5%
Yr 4 Green 95.5% Yr 4 Red 99.3%
Yr 5 Blue 97.5% Yr 5 Yellow 92.8%
Yr 6 Red 97.3%
2G and 3R – I would love to see an improvement in your percentage next week.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school from 3.15-3.45pm.
Parking The local Police and PCSO team will be patrolling around the school regularly. They will be issuing parking tickets and penalty notices to drivers parked illegally – this includes blocking driveways.
Clubs Update Many of our Clubs started as planned this week with the exception of Cricket and Dance (Thursday) which starts next week, ICT which starts after Half Term and Karate which is being arranged directly by the Karate teacher. We have tried to allocate each child to a club and will prioritise places next term to those children, who were not able to get a place this term. Please remember to enclose your money with the Permission Slip. We are hoping to be able to offer further clubs later in the year and would like to thank you for your support as well as the members of staff who are giving their time to organise and run the clubs for your children.
Waitrose Vouchers We are collecting Waitrose vouchers which we can exchange for garden tools. Please send any vouchers into class with your child.
RHS Campaign for School Gardening We are currently registering with this scheme which will provide help and ideas to get our children gardening. As we complete each of the 5 benchmark stages we will receive a certificate and prize. We can’t wait to get started!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Parents Meeting 30th September, 3:15pm
Harvest Assembly 1st October
Book Fair 4th - 13th October
Open School 11th October, 3:30-4:15pm
SRE meeting for Yr 5 parents 14th October
Beijing Visit w/c 16th October
International Evening 21st October, 4-6pm
Non uniform day 22nd October
Half Term break 25th- 29th October
Staff Training day (school closed) 1st November
School re-opens 2nd November
PTA Entertainment 4th November
PTA Pantomime 16th December
Parents Evenings w/c 15th November
Last day of term 20th December
Christmas Break 21st December to 3rd January
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Monday 4 October 2010
29th September 2010
Newsletter No: 29
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Year 6 Parents Meeting (Residential Trip) This will take place on the 30th September at 3.15pm. Please do make every effort to attend.
Harvest Assembly Our Harvest Assembly will take place on Friday 1st October. Donations of tinned or packets of food will be greatly appreciated and can be brought in all week. Our donations will be distributed between the Redbridge Night Shelter and the local Elderly.
School Office Please note that from now on the School Office will be closed between 10-11.00 am and 1.30-2.30pm to ensure that all office staff has the required breaks. Please also help by sending in any money in labelled envelopes with your child rather than queue up each day to pay it into the office.
Open School Once again, I would like to invite all parents and carers to walk through the school and look at your child’s class books on 11th October between 3:30 and 4:15pm. Please note, as previously this is not a formal meeting with the class teacher but rather an opportunity for the children to show their books to their parents. Formal meetings to discuss your child’s progress with the class teacher will take place during the week beginning 15th November.
Beijing I am thrilled to announce an exciting link that the school has recently established with a partner school in Beijing. This link is aimed at developing teachers professionally and we hope that in the long term there will be pupil to pupil conferencing etc. To start the link, 3 teachers from Cranbrook Helen Radmore, Mark Evans and Samina Rai will be visiting our partner school during the week 16th October. They will meet staff and children, observe and teach lessons and discuss how the link can benefit both schools. Please note that 2G and 4G will be covered y other staff from within the school when Mark and Samina are in Beijing. Updates will be provided on this exciting project in future newsletters.
International Evening As part of our focus on “Black History Month”, we will be celebrating diversity at our International Evening on the 21st October from 3:45 – 6pm. 200 tickets will be available on a first come first served basis and a letter will go out this week with more details. This will be followed by a non-uniform day on 22nd October when the children and staff will be invited to wear their “costume of heritage” or blue, white and red clothes.
Attendance Last week’s overall attendance percentage was 95.2% which is just above the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage was Year 3 Green with 98.7%. Well done everybody! Let’s keep this up!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Yr 1 Blue 92.7% Yr 1 Green 96.0% Yr1 Red 96.4% Yr 1 Yellow 94.4%
Yr 2 Blue 95.7% Yr 2 Green 90.4% Yr 2 Red 98.0% Yr 2 Yellow 94.1%
Yr 3 Blue 95.6% Yr 3 Green 98.7% Yr 3 Red 94.8% Yr 3 Yellow 91.5%
Yr 4 Green 95.9% Yr 4 Red 98.6%
Yr 5 Blue 95.0% Yr 5 Yellow 93.5%
Yr 6 Red 96.7%
2G and 1B – I would love to see an improvement in your percentage next week.
PTA Entertainment The PTA has arranged a Halloween Disco with Mr Marvel for KS2 and Year 2 and Mr Marvel to entertain Nursery to Year 1 classes on 4th November. In addition, the PTA is also arranging a pantomime which will be on the 16th December.
Cache Level 2 There are still places available on the Cache Level 2 course at the Children’s Centre - this is a training course for Teaching Assistants and takes place on Thursdays from 10am to 3pm. For more information, come along to the session on Thursday.
Pakistan Appeal Our fundraising for the Pakistan Appeal was a great success and last week we reported we had raised £870.00. We are pleased to announce that Mr Yousaf’s family and friends raised a further £360 for the appeal bringing the grand total to £1238.85. Well done and Thank You to everyone who helped!
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school from 3.15-3.45pm.
Parking I am very disappointed to have received complaints from residents on The Drive. Please do not block their driveways when you are dropping or collecting your children from school. Our neighbours have children to take to school and jobs to go to and our parents are making them late. This cannot continue and has been reported to the local Police who will be patrolling regularly. They will be issuing parking tickets and penalty notices to drivers parked illegally – this includes blocking driveways.
Football Team Congratulations to our football team who won 7:2 against St Bede’s on Monday. A great home win - well done to everyone who played : Saif who scored 3 goals, Smaran, Timi and Ibrahim who scored one goal each, our Captain Zaki and the rest of the team – Waliur, Junaid, Bruno, Santana, Abishiek.
Clubs Confirmation Letters These will be sent home on Thursday and Clubs will start next week.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Parents Meeting 30th September, 3:15pm
Harvest Assembly 1st October
Open School 11th October, 3:30-4:15pm
SRE meeting for Yr 5 parents 14th October
Beijing Visit w/c 16th October
International Evening 21st October, 4-6pm
Non uniform day 22nd October
Half Term break 25th- 29th October
Staff Training day (school closed) 1st November
School re-opens 2nd November
PTA Entertainment 4th November
PTA Pantomime 16th December
Parents Evenings w/c 15th November
Last day of term 20th December
Christmas Break 21st December to 3rd January
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Newsletter No: 29
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Year 6 Parents Meeting (Residential Trip) This will take place on the 30th September at 3.15pm. Please do make every effort to attend.
Harvest Assembly Our Harvest Assembly will take place on Friday 1st October. Donations of tinned or packets of food will be greatly appreciated and can be brought in all week. Our donations will be distributed between the Redbridge Night Shelter and the local Elderly.
School Office Please note that from now on the School Office will be closed between 10-11.00 am and 1.30-2.30pm to ensure that all office staff has the required breaks. Please also help by sending in any money in labelled envelopes with your child rather than queue up each day to pay it into the office.
Open School Once again, I would like to invite all parents and carers to walk through the school and look at your child’s class books on 11th October between 3:30 and 4:15pm. Please note, as previously this is not a formal meeting with the class teacher but rather an opportunity for the children to show their books to their parents. Formal meetings to discuss your child’s progress with the class teacher will take place during the week beginning 15th November.
Beijing I am thrilled to announce an exciting link that the school has recently established with a partner school in Beijing. This link is aimed at developing teachers professionally and we hope that in the long term there will be pupil to pupil conferencing etc. To start the link, 3 teachers from Cranbrook Helen Radmore, Mark Evans and Samina Rai will be visiting our partner school during the week 16th October. They will meet staff and children, observe and teach lessons and discuss how the link can benefit both schools. Please note that 2G and 4G will be covered y other staff from within the school when Mark and Samina are in Beijing. Updates will be provided on this exciting project in future newsletters.
International Evening As part of our focus on “Black History Month”, we will be celebrating diversity at our International Evening on the 21st October from 3:45 – 6pm. 200 tickets will be available on a first come first served basis and a letter will go out this week with more details. This will be followed by a non-uniform day on 22nd October when the children and staff will be invited to wear their “costume of heritage” or blue, white and red clothes.
Attendance Last week’s overall attendance percentage was 95.2% which is just above the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage was Year 3 Green with 98.7%. Well done everybody! Let’s keep this up!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Yr 1 Blue 92.7% Yr 1 Green 96.0% Yr1 Red 96.4% Yr 1 Yellow 94.4%
Yr 2 Blue 95.7% Yr 2 Green 90.4% Yr 2 Red 98.0% Yr 2 Yellow 94.1%
Yr 3 Blue 95.6% Yr 3 Green 98.7% Yr 3 Red 94.8% Yr 3 Yellow 91.5%
Yr 4 Green 95.9% Yr 4 Red 98.6%
Yr 5 Blue 95.0% Yr 5 Yellow 93.5%
Yr 6 Red 96.7%
2G and 1B – I would love to see an improvement in your percentage next week.
PTA Entertainment The PTA has arranged a Halloween Disco with Mr Marvel for KS2 and Year 2 and Mr Marvel to entertain Nursery to Year 1 classes on 4th November. In addition, the PTA is also arranging a pantomime which will be on the 16th December.
Cache Level 2 There are still places available on the Cache Level 2 course at the Children’s Centre - this is a training course for Teaching Assistants and takes place on Thursdays from 10am to 3pm. For more information, come along to the session on Thursday.
Pakistan Appeal Our fundraising for the Pakistan Appeal was a great success and last week we reported we had raised £870.00. We are pleased to announce that Mr Yousaf’s family and friends raised a further £360 for the appeal bringing the grand total to £1238.85. Well done and Thank You to everyone who helped!
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school from 3.15-3.45pm.
Parking I am very disappointed to have received complaints from residents on The Drive. Please do not block their driveways when you are dropping or collecting your children from school. Our neighbours have children to take to school and jobs to go to and our parents are making them late. This cannot continue and has been reported to the local Police who will be patrolling regularly. They will be issuing parking tickets and penalty notices to drivers parked illegally – this includes blocking driveways.
Football Team Congratulations to our football team who won 7:2 against St Bede’s on Monday. A great home win - well done to everyone who played : Saif who scored 3 goals, Smaran, Timi and Ibrahim who scored one goal each, our Captain Zaki and the rest of the team – Waliur, Junaid, Bruno, Santana, Abishiek.
Clubs Confirmation Letters These will be sent home on Thursday and Clubs will start next week.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Parents Meeting 30th September, 3:15pm
Harvest Assembly 1st October
Open School 11th October, 3:30-4:15pm
SRE meeting for Yr 5 parents 14th October
Beijing Visit w/c 16th October
International Evening 21st October, 4-6pm
Non uniform day 22nd October
Half Term break 25th- 29th October
Staff Training day (school closed) 1st November
School re-opens 2nd November
PTA Entertainment 4th November
PTA Pantomime 16th December
Parents Evenings w/c 15th November
Last day of term 20th December
Christmas Break 21st December to 3rd January
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Tuesday 21 September 2010
8th September 2010
Newsletter No: 26
Dear Parents/Carers,
I would like to welcome all of our new children, parents and staff, and of course, welcome back all of our existing children and parents. This is an exciting year for our school and it has been lovely to see children and staff return with such enthusiasm.
This week we have focussed on establishing key routines and I would particularly ask for your support in ensuring that teachers have sufficient space in the playground to hand over children safely to parents and carers at the end of the school day. To ease the congestion by the door for Years 1 and 2, we will be dismissing Year 2 classes from the seating area. Please do not take your child until the teacher has dismissed him/ her to your care.
Pupil Achievements A belated well done to Meenakshee Sungalee for achieving her Gold Award at the end of last term.
Uniform/ Jewellery This year I would like us all to ensure that we have a smart school, and I would remind you that it is school policy that all children wear uniform every day unless it is an agreed non-uniform day. If headscarves are worn they should be plain black or white and no jewellery should be worn except for religious observance. Flashing trainers and shoes with heels should not be worn to school.
Breakfast and Afterschool Childcare Provision These sessions are now full. Please note that After School Club is open until 5pm with a view to increasing to 6pm when we are Ofsted registered. This provision is based in the Children’s Centre.
Clubs Although Karate has already begun, other school based clubs will begin the first week of October. A letter will be coming home early next week with details of the clubs we will be running and a slip for you and your child to express your preferences.
Healthy Schools Week Next week, we are celebrating Healthy Schools Week. We would like to encourage you to walk to school if possible and to send in a healthy packed lunch. The Food in Schools team will be giving class talks and leading assemblies on Wednesday. As a school we are working towards the Healthy Schools Award and hope to obtain it this year.
Information Sessions
Year 1 14th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 2 15th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 3 16th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 4 17th September 9.00-9.30am
These sessions are for parents only and we will look after the children in a separate room.
Pakistan Appeal We will be fundraising for the Pakistan Appeal on Friday 17th September. Children and staff are invited to pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform. All parents are invited to come along to our cake sale at 3pm in the Small Hall. Donations of cakes are very welcome and can be given in that morning.
Grounds Development We are really excited to be developing our grounds further this year and are looking for CRB’d volunteers to help us dig and plant. As part of Children’s planned learning experiences, all classes will be developing an identified outdoor area. Please contact the School Office if you would like to help us. Any donations of plants or bulbs will be very welcome as soon as possible so that we can make the most of the planting season.
Security Update I am pleased to report that the work to secure the school was completed during the Summer Holidays. If you wish to visit the School Office or are dropping off/ collecting a late child please buzz the School Office to be let in. Please note that parents will not be able to drive into the small car park.
Attendance It is very important that the children attend school every day and that any absence is reported to the School Office. The national average for attendance is 95% and last year Cranbrook’s average was 93.2%, which was very disappointing and largely due to holidays during term time or Reception parents not bringing their child to school regularly. We really need to see an improvement this term.
Rosh Hashanah/ Eid Please note that only one day will be authorised for the Rosh Hashanah/ Eid celebrations. School will be open as usual for all other children.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Healthy Schools Week 13th- 17th September
Open School 11th- 15th, 18th- 22nd October
Half term break 25th- 29th October
School re-opens 2nd November
Last day of term 20th December
Staff training day 1st November
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
Newsletter No: 26
Dear Parents/Carers,
I would like to welcome all of our new children, parents and staff, and of course, welcome back all of our existing children and parents. This is an exciting year for our school and it has been lovely to see children and staff return with such enthusiasm.
This week we have focussed on establishing key routines and I would particularly ask for your support in ensuring that teachers have sufficient space in the playground to hand over children safely to parents and carers at the end of the school day. To ease the congestion by the door for Years 1 and 2, we will be dismissing Year 2 classes from the seating area. Please do not take your child until the teacher has dismissed him/ her to your care.
Pupil Achievements A belated well done to Meenakshee Sungalee for achieving her Gold Award at the end of last term.
Uniform/ Jewellery This year I would like us all to ensure that we have a smart school, and I would remind you that it is school policy that all children wear uniform every day unless it is an agreed non-uniform day. If headscarves are worn they should be plain black or white and no jewellery should be worn except for religious observance. Flashing trainers and shoes with heels should not be worn to school.
Breakfast and Afterschool Childcare Provision These sessions are now full. Please note that After School Club is open until 5pm with a view to increasing to 6pm when we are Ofsted registered. This provision is based in the Children’s Centre.
Clubs Although Karate has already begun, other school based clubs will begin the first week of October. A letter will be coming home early next week with details of the clubs we will be running and a slip for you and your child to express your preferences.
Healthy Schools Week Next week, we are celebrating Healthy Schools Week. We would like to encourage you to walk to school if possible and to send in a healthy packed lunch. The Food in Schools team will be giving class talks and leading assemblies on Wednesday. As a school we are working towards the Healthy Schools Award and hope to obtain it this year.
Information Sessions
Year 1 14th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 2 15th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 3 16th September 9.00-9.30am
Year 4 17th September 9.00-9.30am
These sessions are for parents only and we will look after the children in a separate room.
Pakistan Appeal We will be fundraising for the Pakistan Appeal on Friday 17th September. Children and staff are invited to pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform. All parents are invited to come along to our cake sale at 3pm in the Small Hall. Donations of cakes are very welcome and can be given in that morning.
Grounds Development We are really excited to be developing our grounds further this year and are looking for CRB’d volunteers to help us dig and plant. As part of Children’s planned learning experiences, all classes will be developing an identified outdoor area. Please contact the School Office if you would like to help us. Any donations of plants or bulbs will be very welcome as soon as possible so that we can make the most of the planting season.
Security Update I am pleased to report that the work to secure the school was completed during the Summer Holidays. If you wish to visit the School Office or are dropping off/ collecting a late child please buzz the School Office to be let in. Please note that parents will not be able to drive into the small car park.
Attendance It is very important that the children attend school every day and that any absence is reported to the School Office. The national average for attendance is 95% and last year Cranbrook’s average was 93.2%, which was very disappointing and largely due to holidays during term time or Reception parents not bringing their child to school regularly. We really need to see an improvement this term.
Rosh Hashanah/ Eid Please note that only one day will be authorised for the Rosh Hashanah/ Eid celebrations. School will be open as usual for all other children.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the Small Hall after school.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Healthy Schools Week 13th- 17th September
Open School 11th- 15th, 18th- 22nd October
Half term break 25th- 29th October
School re-opens 2nd November
Last day of term 20th December
Staff training day 1st November
School re-opens for pupils 4th January
21st July 2010
Newsletter No: 25
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Alisha Mahmud in Reception Red and Kreeya Shah in Year 1 Blue. Well done Alisha and Kreeya! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage dropped again to 91.9%. This is well below the national average of 95% and we really need to see an improvement next term. The class with the highest percentage – 98.6% - was Year 4 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 88.7% Rec Green 92.3% Rec Red 92.0% Rec Yellow 93.8%
Yr1 Blue 94.0% Yr 1 Green 97.2% Yr 1 Red 83.6% Yr 1 Yellow 81.7%
Yr2 Blue 85.9% Yr 2 Green 92.7% Yr 2 Red 90.7% Yr 2 Yellow 98.6%
Yr3 Green 93.8% Yr 3 Red 93.8% Yr 4 Blue 84.7% Yr 4 Yellow 97.5%
Yr5 Red 93.3% Yr 6 Yellow 94.1%
Sports Day We were very lucky with the weather and the children enjoyed a fun, healthy competition. The winning team for Key Stage 1 was Green, for Key Stage 2 was Yellow and the overall winning team was Green. The Year Group winners were:
Reception: Boys: Ismail Patel- Green and Girls: Aliya Patel- Green
Year 1: Boys: Raulnelle Skeete-Anglin- Green and Girls: Izabela Grzesiakowska - Red
Year 2: Boys: Jourdain Jhagroo-Bryan- Yellow and Girls: Shanae Sinclair - Green
Year 3 and 4: Boys: Chukwudi Appah-Okwuone- 3 Green and Girls: Joana Aukstuolyte- 3 Red
Year 5: Boys: Mohammed Zaker and Girls: Franceska Vevere
Year 6: Boys: Miroslav Hristov and Girls: Barbra Atieno
Year 6 Olympic Awards will be presented during their Leaving Assembly on Thursday for the following areas: Inspiration, Excellence, Determination, Friendship, Equality, Courage, and Respect.
Open Exhibition It was lovely to see so many parents at our Open Exhibition on Monday. This will now be a termly event.
Class Swaps The children had the opportunity on Monday to meet their new class teacher and see their new classroom.
Coloured Strings Thank you to those parents who attended the final lesson on Tuesday.
Musical Afternoon Tea The local old people enjoyed their Afternoon Tea with musical entertainment today. Thank you to Year 6 who provided the entertainment and to Beverley who helped Year 6 organise this event.
Year 6 Final Assembly All Year 6 parents are invited to come along to their Final Assembly on Thursday at 9.30am. This will be followed by refreshments. We hope many of you will be able to join us at this special event. In addition, as an end of year treat, we have organised a disco for our Year 6 pupils from 2.30-4.30pm (no parents allowed) for which they can bring party clothes.
My Last Day This Term My last day this term will be Thursday, as I will be attending my final assemblies at Glade Primary School on Friday and become full time substantive Head at Cranbrook from September.
Non-Uniform Day Friday will be a non-uniform day. The children have been talking and learning about children in Africa. Through our learning we found out that many children in Africa cannot go to school, do not have clean water or enough food. To help with this we have decided to help raise money for ‘Self Help Africa’. We appreciate any donation, but would ask for a 50p donation to come to school in non-uniform.
Ramadan/Eid When we return in September, it will still be Ramadan. We have therefore arranged for only Yrs 5 & 6 pupils to fast during school. The library will be available and supervised for these pupils at lunchtime. Please note, only 1 day will be authorised for Eid.
Breakfast (8-9am)/Afterschool Club (3.15-5pm) Please note that this childcare provision will be available from 6th September, term-time only.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the School Office. Any items remaining at the end of term will be donated to charity.
Staffing Update I am thrilled to announce that we are fully staffed for September and that the staff team remains stable. Please join me in welcoming our 6 new Class Teachers who joined this month ready to take over their class positions in September – Tracey and Jasmina in Reception, Chloe in Year 1, Harman in Year 2, John in Year 4 and Ian in Year 5. We also welcome Pavan as SEN co-ordinator, Mark and Darshan as Deputies both of whom are bringing a wealth of experience with them and Adam and Paul, Teaching Assistants in Year 2 and 6 respectively. Sadly, we say a fond farewell to Alex who is leaving to pursue alternative career options, Megan who is starting her new position in a Secondary school in September and Becca who is getting married in the summer and relocating to Amersham. I am sure you will join me in wishing them well and thanking them for all their hard work and commitment during their time at Cranbrook.
Baby News Congratulations to Clare Hall (Year 6 Teacher) on the birth of her son, George, on Tuesday 13th July and to Naz Duru-Ahmet (School Office) on the birth of her twin sons, Kaan and Karem on 3rd July.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you all for your continued support and positive feedback.
I wish you all an enjoyable summer break and look forward to seeing you again on Monday 6th September, when school re-opens for pupils.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July, 9.30am
Year 6 Disco 22nd July, 2.30-4.30pm
Last day of the school year 23rd July
First day of the school year 6th September
Newsletter No: 25
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Alisha Mahmud in Reception Red and Kreeya Shah in Year 1 Blue. Well done Alisha and Kreeya! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage dropped again to 91.9%. This is well below the national average of 95% and we really need to see an improvement next term. The class with the highest percentage – 98.6% - was Year 4 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 88.7% Rec Green 92.3% Rec Red 92.0% Rec Yellow 93.8%
Yr1 Blue 94.0% Yr 1 Green 97.2% Yr 1 Red 83.6% Yr 1 Yellow 81.7%
Yr2 Blue 85.9% Yr 2 Green 92.7% Yr 2 Red 90.7% Yr 2 Yellow 98.6%
Yr3 Green 93.8% Yr 3 Red 93.8% Yr 4 Blue 84.7% Yr 4 Yellow 97.5%
Yr5 Red 93.3% Yr 6 Yellow 94.1%
Sports Day We were very lucky with the weather and the children enjoyed a fun, healthy competition. The winning team for Key Stage 1 was Green, for Key Stage 2 was Yellow and the overall winning team was Green. The Year Group winners were:
Reception: Boys: Ismail Patel- Green and Girls: Aliya Patel- Green
Year 1: Boys: Raulnelle Skeete-Anglin- Green and Girls: Izabela Grzesiakowska - Red
Year 2: Boys: Jourdain Jhagroo-Bryan- Yellow and Girls: Shanae Sinclair - Green
Year 3 and 4: Boys: Chukwudi Appah-Okwuone- 3 Green and Girls: Joana Aukstuolyte- 3 Red
Year 5: Boys: Mohammed Zaker and Girls: Franceska Vevere
Year 6: Boys: Miroslav Hristov and Girls: Barbra Atieno
Year 6 Olympic Awards will be presented during their Leaving Assembly on Thursday for the following areas: Inspiration, Excellence, Determination, Friendship, Equality, Courage, and Respect.
Open Exhibition It was lovely to see so many parents at our Open Exhibition on Monday. This will now be a termly event.
Class Swaps The children had the opportunity on Monday to meet their new class teacher and see their new classroom.
Coloured Strings Thank you to those parents who attended the final lesson on Tuesday.
Musical Afternoon Tea The local old people enjoyed their Afternoon Tea with musical entertainment today. Thank you to Year 6 who provided the entertainment and to Beverley who helped Year 6 organise this event.
Year 6 Final Assembly All Year 6 parents are invited to come along to their Final Assembly on Thursday at 9.30am. This will be followed by refreshments. We hope many of you will be able to join us at this special event. In addition, as an end of year treat, we have organised a disco for our Year 6 pupils from 2.30-4.30pm (no parents allowed) for which they can bring party clothes.
My Last Day This Term My last day this term will be Thursday, as I will be attending my final assemblies at Glade Primary School on Friday and become full time substantive Head at Cranbrook from September.
Non-Uniform Day Friday will be a non-uniform day. The children have been talking and learning about children in Africa. Through our learning we found out that many children in Africa cannot go to school, do not have clean water or enough food. To help with this we have decided to help raise money for ‘Self Help Africa’. We appreciate any donation, but would ask for a 50p donation to come to school in non-uniform.
Ramadan/Eid When we return in September, it will still be Ramadan. We have therefore arranged for only Yrs 5 & 6 pupils to fast during school. The library will be available and supervised for these pupils at lunchtime. Please note, only 1 day will be authorised for Eid.
Breakfast (8-9am)/Afterschool Club (3.15-5pm) Please note that this childcare provision will be available from 6th September, term-time only.
Lost Property Please collect any lost property from the School Office. Any items remaining at the end of term will be donated to charity.
Staffing Update I am thrilled to announce that we are fully staffed for September and that the staff team remains stable. Please join me in welcoming our 6 new Class Teachers who joined this month ready to take over their class positions in September – Tracey and Jasmina in Reception, Chloe in Year 1, Harman in Year 2, John in Year 4 and Ian in Year 5. We also welcome Pavan as SEN co-ordinator, Mark and Darshan as Deputies both of whom are bringing a wealth of experience with them and Adam and Paul, Teaching Assistants in Year 2 and 6 respectively. Sadly, we say a fond farewell to Alex who is leaving to pursue alternative career options, Megan who is starting her new position in a Secondary school in September and Becca who is getting married in the summer and relocating to Amersham. I am sure you will join me in wishing them well and thanking them for all their hard work and commitment during their time at Cranbrook.
Baby News Congratulations to Clare Hall (Year 6 Teacher) on the birth of her son, George, on Tuesday 13th July and to Naz Duru-Ahmet (School Office) on the birth of her twin sons, Kaan and Karem on 3rd July.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you all for your continued support and positive feedback.
I wish you all an enjoyable summer break and look forward to seeing you again on Monday 6th September, when school re-opens for pupils.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July, 9.30am
Year 6 Disco 22nd July, 2.30-4.30pm
Last day of the school year 23rd July
First day of the school year 6th September
7th July 2010
Newsletter No: 23
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.6% which is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 99% - was Year 2 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 94.0% Rec Green 92.0% Rec Red 96.0% Rec Yellow 94.8%
Yr1 Blue 96.0% Yr 1 Green 95.2% Yr 1 Red 94.6% Yr 1 Yellow 90.3%
Yr2 Blue 93.3% Yr 2 Green 98.7% Yr 2 Red 95.4% Yr 2 Yellow 99.0%
Yr3 Green 95.5% Yr 3 Red 90.7% Yr 4 Blue 88.7% Yr 4 Yellow 95.2%
Yr5 Red 96.0% Yr 6 Yellow 97.2%
4 Blue, 3 Red, 1 Yellow and Rec Green, we need to see a real improvement next week.
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Security Update The work to improve the overall security of the school site is progressing well and should be complete in the next few weeks. Thank you for your patience.
Parent Governor Vacancy We had just one application to be a parent governor which was seconded. Congratulations to Mr Saleem Yousef – welcome to the team! Mr Yousef has 3 children.
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting What a great turnout we had for this meeting! We will be sending out information soon to all parents relating to the agenda items.
Year 6 Performance Year 6 Yellow will be presenting their performance of Oliver Twist, in the School Hall tonight at 6pm. Tickets are only 50p and can be bought on the door. Everyone is welcome. Please come along to support our eldest children!
The Big Dance All parents are invited to come along and watch the Big Dance on Friday 9th at 1pm. The children are working hard learning the dance for this record breaking attempt for the Guiness Book of Records when we will do the dance with thousands of others elsewhere.
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete The school will close at 2:30pm on Friday 9th – don’t forget!! This will allow all families to participate in the summer fete. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and are selling quickly so please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office as soon as possible. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
Sports Day Nursery parents will be receiving a letter about Nursery Sports Day which will take place on Monday 12th July. Reception children will join the Key Stage 1 Sports Day on Wednesday 14th July. I do hope many of you will be able to come along and cheer the children on.
Nursery Last Day Reminder: the last school day for Nursery children is Friday 16th June.
Open Exhibition This will take place on 19th July from 3:30-4:15pm. All parents are invited to come in and walk through the school to look at the lovely work displayed and to visit your child’s new classroom and meet their new teacher.
Owl Photographs These have arrived in school and will be distributed to the classes to come home today. If you wish to purchase the photograph, please give the money to the class teacher in an envelope marked with your child’s name and class. The deadline for returning your money is Friday 16th July.
Pets Please do not bring pets into school or the playground without making prior arrangements with the school. Animal visits can be a fun learning experience but need to be arranged in advance so that health and safety plans can be made.
Governors Race for Life Congratulations to the following Governors, Hannah Sheikh, Paula Constantinou, Rosie Takhar, Syeda Akther and Rashpal Lalli, who all took part in the 10k Race for Life at Blackheath on Sunday and raised over £1000 for Cancer Research UK. Well done!
Chess Champion Congratulations to Aditya Verma in Yr 1 Red who won the UK Chess Challenge on Saturday. He won all of his matches and was awarded the Ultimo trophy and £100 prize money. Well done Aditya!
Lost Property From next week, lost property will be available to view in the Small Hall each Monday and Wednesday after school.
Websites Please see below the details of two free subscriptions which children can log on to at home as well as at school:
Education City http://www.educationcity.com/ Login: 317CranbrookPrimary Schoo Password:449823
Purple Mash www.purplemash.com Login: pupil@c82756 Password: fog3
E-Safety Please be aware of what your child is doing on the internet. There are many unsuitable sites and it is important that you know your child is safe while on the internet. NB, Under 13’s should not be using Facebook.
Parking Please kindly refrain from parking on the pavement in the Car Park as this blocks the pavement to people walking and someone could be hurt by a car door. Speed should be kept to a minimum in the Car Park to keep our children safe.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Performance 7th July, 6pm
The Big Dance 9th July, 1pm
Summer Fair 9th July, 2:30pm
Nursery Sports Day 12th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Coloured Strings – Parents Drop in 20th July
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Newsletter No: 23
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.6% which is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 99% - was Year 2 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 94.0% Rec Green 92.0% Rec Red 96.0% Rec Yellow 94.8%
Yr1 Blue 96.0% Yr 1 Green 95.2% Yr 1 Red 94.6% Yr 1 Yellow 90.3%
Yr2 Blue 93.3% Yr 2 Green 98.7% Yr 2 Red 95.4% Yr 2 Yellow 99.0%
Yr3 Green 95.5% Yr 3 Red 90.7% Yr 4 Blue 88.7% Yr 4 Yellow 95.2%
Yr5 Red 96.0% Yr 6 Yellow 97.2%
4 Blue, 3 Red, 1 Yellow and Rec Green, we need to see a real improvement next week.
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Security Update The work to improve the overall security of the school site is progressing well and should be complete in the next few weeks. Thank you for your patience.
Parent Governor Vacancy We had just one application to be a parent governor which was seconded. Congratulations to Mr Saleem Yousef – welcome to the team! Mr Yousef has 3 children.
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting What a great turnout we had for this meeting! We will be sending out information soon to all parents relating to the agenda items.
Year 6 Performance Year 6 Yellow will be presenting their performance of Oliver Twist, in the School Hall tonight at 6pm. Tickets are only 50p and can be bought on the door. Everyone is welcome. Please come along to support our eldest children!
The Big Dance All parents are invited to come along and watch the Big Dance on Friday 9th at 1pm. The children are working hard learning the dance for this record breaking attempt for the Guiness Book of Records when we will do the dance with thousands of others elsewhere.
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete The school will close at 2:30pm on Friday 9th – don’t forget!! This will allow all families to participate in the summer fete. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and are selling quickly so please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office as soon as possible. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
Sports Day Nursery parents will be receiving a letter about Nursery Sports Day which will take place on Monday 12th July. Reception children will join the Key Stage 1 Sports Day on Wednesday 14th July. I do hope many of you will be able to come along and cheer the children on.
Nursery Last Day Reminder: the last school day for Nursery children is Friday 16th June.
Open Exhibition This will take place on 19th July from 3:30-4:15pm. All parents are invited to come in and walk through the school to look at the lovely work displayed and to visit your child’s new classroom and meet their new teacher.
Owl Photographs These have arrived in school and will be distributed to the classes to come home today. If you wish to purchase the photograph, please give the money to the class teacher in an envelope marked with your child’s name and class. The deadline for returning your money is Friday 16th July.
Pets Please do not bring pets into school or the playground without making prior arrangements with the school. Animal visits can be a fun learning experience but need to be arranged in advance so that health and safety plans can be made.
Governors Race for Life Congratulations to the following Governors, Hannah Sheikh, Paula Constantinou, Rosie Takhar, Syeda Akther and Rashpal Lalli, who all took part in the 10k Race for Life at Blackheath on Sunday and raised over £1000 for Cancer Research UK. Well done!
Chess Champion Congratulations to Aditya Verma in Yr 1 Red who won the UK Chess Challenge on Saturday. He won all of his matches and was awarded the Ultimo trophy and £100 prize money. Well done Aditya!
Lost Property From next week, lost property will be available to view in the Small Hall each Monday and Wednesday after school.
Websites Please see below the details of two free subscriptions which children can log on to at home as well as at school:
Education City http://www.educationcity.com/ Login: 317CranbrookPrimary Schoo Password:449823
Purple Mash www.purplemash.com Login: pupil@c82756 Password: fog3
E-Safety Please be aware of what your child is doing on the internet. There are many unsuitable sites and it is important that you know your child is safe while on the internet. NB, Under 13’s should not be using Facebook.
Parking Please kindly refrain from parking on the pavement in the Car Park as this blocks the pavement to people walking and someone could be hurt by a car door. Speed should be kept to a minimum in the Car Park to keep our children safe.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Year 6 Performance 7th July, 6pm
The Big Dance 9th July, 1pm
Summer Fair 9th July, 2:30pm
Nursery Sports Day 12th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Coloured Strings – Parents Drop in 20th July
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
30th June 2010
Newsletter No: 22
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 93.7% which has fallen and is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 97.9% - was Year 2 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 91.7% Rec Green 96.3% Rec Red 94.7% Rec Yellow 95.9%
Yr1 Blue 87.3% Yr 1 Green 95.9% Yr 1 Red 95.7% Yr 1 Yellow 89.7%
Yr2 Blue 94.7% Yr 2 Green 92.7% Yr 2 Red 90.0% Yr 2 Yellow 97.9%
Yr3 Green 95.2% Yr 3 Red 96.2% Yr 4 Blue 90.0% Yr 4 Yellow 93.8%
Yr5 Red 95.3% Yr 6 Yellow 93.5%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Science Week It was wonderful to see the children meeting the owls and snakes last week. This exciting week culminated in a whole school assembly today. Thank you Caren for arranging the week!
Cranbrook’s Got Talent Week We enjoyed seeing the talents of our children in assembly yesterday. There was dancing, reading, karate and chess playing. We have such a lot of talented children that we are holding a second talent assembly on Friday. Well done to everyone who has taken part! This exciting event will become a termly event in the future.
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting This meeting will take place on 1st July at 3:30pm in the Pink Room. Please make every effort to attend as key information will be shared. Children will be looked after in another room whilst the meeting takes place.
Parent Governor Vacancy Today at 4pm is the deadline to write to me outlining why you would be a good parent governor.
Parent Volunteers Following the recent meeting, the School Office is checking CRBs. Once these are in place, volunteers will be invited to start.
Security Update I apologise for the disruption while the work to the gates is happening. This work is needed to improve the overall security of the school site. When the work is complete, no one will be able to enter the school site except via the office who will be able to see visitors on the CCTV monitor and speak with them via the intercom.
Year 6 Performance This will take place in the School Hall on 7th July at 6pm. Tickets are on sale before and after school in the Playground and cost only 50p. Everyone is welcome. Don’t miss out!
The Big Dance All parents are invited to come along and watch the Big Dance on 9th July at 1pm. The children are working hard learning the dance for this record breaking attempt.
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete The school will close the school at 2:30pm on 9th July to allow all families to participate in the summer fete. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and are selling quickly so please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office as soon as possible. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
End of Year Reports These will be given out on Friday 16th July. There is no formal parents evening. However, once you have read the report if you wish to discuss it, please approach the class teacher to arrange a date and time to meet.
Sports Day Subject to the weather, this will take place on 14th July. Key Stage 1 will be held from 9:15-11:45 and Key Stage 2 from 1:.30-3:10. All year groups up to and including Year 4 should wear their class colours and Years 5 and 6 will be informed of the colour to wear shortly.
Open Exhibition This will take place on 19th July from 3:30-4:15pm. All parents are invited to come in and walk through the school to look at the lovely work displayed and to visit your child’s new classroom and meet their new teacher.
Coloured Strings Year 2 parents are invited to drop in to watch the final lesson on 20th July. I am thrilled to announce that this year group will have the opportunity to play the violin next year.
Year 2 Update I am pleased to report that the majority of pupils will remain in their current class. Only a small number of children will be moved so that they benefit and the parents of these children have been consulted and informed.
Websites Please see below the details of two free subscriptions which children can log on to at home as well as at school:
Education City http://www.educationcity.com/ Login: 319CranbrookPrimary School Password:449823
Purple Mash www.purplemash.com Login: pupil@c82756 Password: fog3
Lost Property Please ensure your child’s uniform is labelled with their name so that it can be returned to you. If your child brings home another child’s item of clothing, please return it to school so that it can be returned to the rightful owner. If you are missing an item of clothing, please come and look in the lost property boxes in the school office as we have a huge amount of clothes.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 4 & 5 Parents Meeting 1st July, 3:30 pm
Road Safety Theatre Group (Yr 3 & 5) 2nd July
Year 6 Performance 7th July, 6pm
The Big Dance 9th July, 1pm
Summer Fair 9th July, 2:30pm
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Coloured Strings – Parents Drop in 20th July
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Newsletter No: 22
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 93.7% which has fallen and is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 97.9% - was Year 2 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 91.7% Rec Green 96.3% Rec Red 94.7% Rec Yellow 95.9%
Yr1 Blue 87.3% Yr 1 Green 95.9% Yr 1 Red 95.7% Yr 1 Yellow 89.7%
Yr2 Blue 94.7% Yr 2 Green 92.7% Yr 2 Red 90.0% Yr 2 Yellow 97.9%
Yr3 Green 95.2% Yr 3 Red 96.2% Yr 4 Blue 90.0% Yr 4 Yellow 93.8%
Yr5 Red 95.3% Yr 6 Yellow 93.5%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Science Week It was wonderful to see the children meeting the owls and snakes last week. This exciting week culminated in a whole school assembly today. Thank you Caren for arranging the week!
Cranbrook’s Got Talent Week We enjoyed seeing the talents of our children in assembly yesterday. There was dancing, reading, karate and chess playing. We have such a lot of talented children that we are holding a second talent assembly on Friday. Well done to everyone who has taken part! This exciting event will become a termly event in the future.
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting This meeting will take place on 1st July at 3:30pm in the Pink Room. Please make every effort to attend as key information will be shared. Children will be looked after in another room whilst the meeting takes place.
Parent Governor Vacancy Today at 4pm is the deadline to write to me outlining why you would be a good parent governor.
Parent Volunteers Following the recent meeting, the School Office is checking CRBs. Once these are in place, volunteers will be invited to start.
Security Update I apologise for the disruption while the work to the gates is happening. This work is needed to improve the overall security of the school site. When the work is complete, no one will be able to enter the school site except via the office who will be able to see visitors on the CCTV monitor and speak with them via the intercom.
Year 6 Performance This will take place in the School Hall on 7th July at 6pm. Tickets are on sale before and after school in the Playground and cost only 50p. Everyone is welcome. Don’t miss out!
The Big Dance All parents are invited to come along and watch the Big Dance on 9th July at 1pm. The children are working hard learning the dance for this record breaking attempt.
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete The school will close the school at 2:30pm on 9th July to allow all families to participate in the summer fete. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and are selling quickly so please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office as soon as possible. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
End of Year Reports These will be given out on Friday 16th July. There is no formal parents evening. However, once you have read the report if you wish to discuss it, please approach the class teacher to arrange a date and time to meet.
Sports Day Subject to the weather, this will take place on 14th July. Key Stage 1 will be held from 9:15-11:45 and Key Stage 2 from 1:.30-3:10. All year groups up to and including Year 4 should wear their class colours and Years 5 and 6 will be informed of the colour to wear shortly.
Open Exhibition This will take place on 19th July from 3:30-4:15pm. All parents are invited to come in and walk through the school to look at the lovely work displayed and to visit your child’s new classroom and meet their new teacher.
Coloured Strings Year 2 parents are invited to drop in to watch the final lesson on 20th July. I am thrilled to announce that this year group will have the opportunity to play the violin next year.
Year 2 Update I am pleased to report that the majority of pupils will remain in their current class. Only a small number of children will be moved so that they benefit and the parents of these children have been consulted and informed.
Websites Please see below the details of two free subscriptions which children can log on to at home as well as at school:
Education City http://www.educationcity.com/ Login: 319CranbrookPrimary School Password:449823
Purple Mash www.purplemash.com Login: pupil@c82756 Password: fog3
Lost Property Please ensure your child’s uniform is labelled with their name so that it can be returned to you. If your child brings home another child’s item of clothing, please return it to school so that it can be returned to the rightful owner. If you are missing an item of clothing, please come and look in the lost property boxes in the school office as we have a huge amount of clothes.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 4 & 5 Parents Meeting 1st July, 3:30 pm
Road Safety Theatre Group (Yr 3 & 5) 2nd July
Year 6 Performance 7th July, 6pm
The Big Dance 9th July, 1pm
Summer Fair 9th July, 2:30pm
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Coloured Strings – Parents Drop in 20th July
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Monday 28 June 2010
23rd June 2010
Newsletter No: 21
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.7% which is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 99.3% - was Year 4 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 96.0% Rec Green 84.3% Rec Red 96.7% Rec Yellow 95.5%
Yr1 Blue 94.7% Yr 1 Green 96.2% Yr 1 Red 93.9% Yr 1 Yellow 88.8%
Yr2 Blue 94.8% Yr 2 Green 96.3% Yr 2 Red 92.8% Yr 2 Yellow 97.2%
Yr3 Green 96.3% Yr 3 Red 91.7% Yr 4 Blue 93.3% Yr 4 Yellow 97.6%
Yr5 Red 99.3% Yr 6 Yellow 98.3%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Late Children If your child is late, please bring them to the Late Desk by the School Office. It is very important that all late children are signed in as this desk as the class registers are closed and returned by the office at 9:05. This means that if you do not sign in at the Late Desk, your child will not be recorded as being in school. Please note that if your child is persistently late (7 times in any half term) you could be liable for a fine.
Science Week This week, we are celebrating Science Week. Each year group has an exciting theme to follow from materials, our senses, sound, electricity, colour, light or structures and the children are working hard on experiments and activities. The children are looking forward to meeting the owls on Thursday and Friday. This exciting week will culminate in a whole school assembly on Friday. Well done to Caren for arranging the week!
Cranbrook’s Got Talent Week We are looking forward to seeing the talents of our staff and children in assembly on Tuesday 29th June. Well done Junaida for organising this exciting event which will become a termly event in the future.
Year 5 & 6 SRE Meeting This meeting will take place on 25th June at 3:30 in the Year 5 Classroom. You will have the opportunity to view the materials we will use to teach Sex and Relationship Education (SRE).
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting This meeting will take place on 1st July at 3:30pm. Please make every effort to attend as key information will be shared.
Parent Governor Vacancy We have a vacancy for a parent governor. All parents are eligible to apply and are requested to write to me outlining why you would be a good parent governor. The deadline is 4pm on 30th June. Please be aware that this role is voluntary and unpaid.
Charity Bikeathon I am very pleased to announce that Cranbrook Primary came second for the number of riders entered from a school. This is a great achievement as it is the first year we have entered! The children had a fun day and raised money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.
Parent Support Advisor Please join me in welcoming Beverley Boothe as our Parent Support Advisor. Beverley will offer a range of services to parents and carers, some of which will be through a referral process. Services will include one-to-one support, advice, guidance, advocacy, mediation, signposting and referrals to specialist agencies. She will also facilitate adult training, parenting and family learning courses, drop in sessions, coffee mornings, workshops and seminars all of which will take place in school and will be free of charge. Look out for details of these events in future newsletters. You can contact Beverley via the School Office or your child’s class teacher.
Athletics Event Last Wednesday, 12 of our Year 2 children represented the school at the Athletics Tournament at Woodbridge High School. All children took part in a jumping, throwing and running event. I am delighted to announce that overall Cranbrook won the Bronze medal for coming 3rd in the tournament. Congratulations to all the children that took part!
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete We are all very excited about the Summer Fete on 9th July. As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, we will be closing the school at 2:30pm on 9th July to allow all families to participate in the summer fete which will take place on the school field. Please make every effort to collect your child/children early. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and children’s tickets include a free drink and snack – please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
Term Dates for Next Year Please make a note of our term dates for next School Year:
•Autumn Term 04 September - 20 December Half Term 25 - 29 October
•Spring Term 04 January - 08 April Half Term 21 - 25 February
•Summer Term 26 April - 22 July Half Term 30 May – 03 June
Inset Days for Next Year Our inset days will be 02 and 03 September 2010, 01 November 2010, 28 February 2011, 27 May 2011 and 15 July 2011. Please make a note of these dates.
I have given you these dates early so that you can plan your holidays outside of school time. It is very important that children are not taken out of school for holidays during term time.
Nursery Hours from September Please note that in line with all nursery settings, we will be providing 3 hours of provision for all nursery pupils from September. Therefore, our session times will change to: 8:45 – 11:45 and 12:30 – 3:30pm.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Science Week w/c 21st June
Year 5 & 6 SRE Meeting 25th June, 3:30pm
Talent Assembly 29th June
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 4 & 5 Parents Meeting 1st July, 3:30 pm
Road Safety Theatre Group (Yr 3 & 5) 2nd July
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair & The Big Dance 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Newsletter No: 21
Dear Parents/Carers,
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.7% which is still below the national average of 95%. The class with the highest percentage – 99.3% - was Year 4 Yellow. Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 96.0% Rec Green 84.3% Rec Red 96.7% Rec Yellow 95.5%
Yr1 Blue 94.7% Yr 1 Green 96.2% Yr 1 Red 93.9% Yr 1 Yellow 88.8%
Yr2 Blue 94.8% Yr 2 Green 96.3% Yr 2 Red 92.8% Yr 2 Yellow 97.2%
Yr3 Green 96.3% Yr 3 Red 91.7% Yr 4 Blue 93.3% Yr 4 Yellow 97.6%
Yr5 Red 99.3% Yr 6 Yellow 98.3%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Late Children If your child is late, please bring them to the Late Desk by the School Office. It is very important that all late children are signed in as this desk as the class registers are closed and returned by the office at 9:05. This means that if you do not sign in at the Late Desk, your child will not be recorded as being in school. Please note that if your child is persistently late (7 times in any half term) you could be liable for a fine.
Science Week This week, we are celebrating Science Week. Each year group has an exciting theme to follow from materials, our senses, sound, electricity, colour, light or structures and the children are working hard on experiments and activities. The children are looking forward to meeting the owls on Thursday and Friday. This exciting week will culminate in a whole school assembly on Friday. Well done to Caren for arranging the week!
Cranbrook’s Got Talent Week We are looking forward to seeing the talents of our staff and children in assembly on Tuesday 29th June. Well done Junaida for organising this exciting event which will become a termly event in the future.
Year 5 & 6 SRE Meeting This meeting will take place on 25th June at 3:30 in the Year 5 Classroom. You will have the opportunity to view the materials we will use to teach Sex and Relationship Education (SRE).
Year 4 and 5 Parents Meeting This meeting will take place on 1st July at 3:30pm. Please make every effort to attend as key information will be shared.
Parent Governor Vacancy We have a vacancy for a parent governor. All parents are eligible to apply and are requested to write to me outlining why you would be a good parent governor. The deadline is 4pm on 30th June. Please be aware that this role is voluntary and unpaid.
Charity Bikeathon I am very pleased to announce that Cranbrook Primary came second for the number of riders entered from a school. This is a great achievement as it is the first year we have entered! The children had a fun day and raised money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.
Parent Support Advisor Please join me in welcoming Beverley Boothe as our Parent Support Advisor. Beverley will offer a range of services to parents and carers, some of which will be through a referral process. Services will include one-to-one support, advice, guidance, advocacy, mediation, signposting and referrals to specialist agencies. She will also facilitate adult training, parenting and family learning courses, drop in sessions, coffee mornings, workshops and seminars all of which will take place in school and will be free of charge. Look out for details of these events in future newsletters. You can contact Beverley via the School Office or your child’s class teacher.
Athletics Event Last Wednesday, 12 of our Year 2 children represented the school at the Athletics Tournament at Woodbridge High School. All children took part in a jumping, throwing and running event. I am delighted to announce that overall Cranbrook won the Bronze medal for coming 3rd in the tournament. Congratulations to all the children that took part!
Early School Closure for the Summer Fete We are all very excited about the Summer Fete on 9th July. As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, we will be closing the school at 2:30pm on 9th July to allow all families to participate in the summer fete which will take place on the school field. Please make every effort to collect your child/children early. We have a bouncy castle, giant assault course inflatables, face painting, games, activities, stalls and a BBQ. Tickets are now on sale and children’s tickets include a free drink and snack – please return the slip and money in an envelope to the school office. The money raised will be used to buy more playground equipment.
Term Dates for Next Year Please make a note of our term dates for next School Year:
•Autumn Term 04 September - 20 December Half Term 25 - 29 October
•Spring Term 04 January - 08 April Half Term 21 - 25 February
•Summer Term 26 April - 22 July Half Term 30 May – 03 June
Inset Days for Next Year Our inset days will be 02 and 03 September 2010, 01 November 2010, 28 February 2011, 27 May 2011 and 15 July 2011. Please make a note of these dates.
I have given you these dates early so that you can plan your holidays outside of school time. It is very important that children are not taken out of school for holidays during term time.
Nursery Hours from September Please note that in line with all nursery settings, we will be providing 3 hours of provision for all nursery pupils from September. Therefore, our session times will change to: 8:45 – 11:45 and 12:30 – 3:30pm.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton, Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Science Week w/c 21st June
Year 5 & 6 SRE Meeting 25th June, 3:30pm
Talent Assembly 29th June
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 4 & 5 Parents Meeting 1st July, 3:30 pm
Road Safety Theatre Group (Yr 3 & 5) 2nd July
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair & The Big Dance 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Tuesday 25 May 2010
26th May 2010
Newsletter No: 18
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Sarisha Aggarwal in Yr 2 Red, Andrea Mwnidu in Yr 3 Green, Subhan Patel in Yr 4 Blue and Suzanna Alam in Yr 4 Blue. Well done children! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance I am thrilled to announce that last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 96% which means we have reached our target of 95% for the first time. This is very good news indeed – please keep up the good work!
The class with the highest percentage – 99.7% - was Yr 1 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 91.0% Rec Green 91.7% Rec Red 98.3% Rec Yellow 94.1%
Yr1 Blue 98.0% Yr 1 Green 97.2% Yr 1 Red 99.7% Yr 1 Yellow 97.3%
Yr2 Blue 98.6% Yr 2 Green 97.3% Yr 2 Red 97.0% Yr 2 Yellow 98.6%
Yr3 Green 93.3% Yr 3 Red 93.7% Yr 4 Blue 90.7% Yr 4 Yellow 98.0%
Yr5 Red 97.3% Yr 6 Yellow 95.2%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Best Chess Player in Essex Aditya Verma in Yr 1 Red has been competing in chess tournaments and is now the best chess player in Essex. Congratulations Aditya!
Parent Volunteers Meeting Thank you to all the parents who came to this meeting today. I am very excited about your support towards the school projects we discussed.
Nursery Messy Fun Day Thank you to those parents who joined their children at the messy fun session in Nursery today. The children had a lovely, messy time!
Skip Hop We were delighted to welcome Johnny from the Skip Hop team to the school on Friday. He worked with years 3 and 4, the year 6 sports leaders and the midday assistants teaching them a range of skipping activities which can be played at home or in school. Skipping is an excellent way to encourage a healthy lifestyle. If you wish to order a skipping rope there is an order form in the school office. Please place your order by Friday 28th May.
Playground Equipment We have had a selection of playground equipment fitted last week and work will continue this week. The children are enjoying the new seating and we are all looking forward to the other equipment being fully operational later this week.
Family French Course The Children’s Centre is running a free 5 week course starting Wednesday 9th June until 7th July, 3:45-5pm. This is for mothers, fathers, grandparents and carers with children of 5 years and over. For information or to book a place, please call the children’s centre on 0208 518 2562 and select option 1.
Collecting Children During the School Day If you have to collect your child early for an appointment, please ensure that you tell the teacher who will then notify the school office. If possible you should send a note in advance. If, on the very rare occasion, you may have to collect your child due to an unforeseeable emergency then please bring photo ID such as a passport or a driving licence with you to the school office so that the office staff can verify who the adults collecting the children are as they are less familiar with parents than class teachers.
Internet Safety I would like to emphasise the need to monitor what your children are doing on the internet at home. There are many unsuitable sites and it is important that you know your child is safe while on the internet.
Security We are shortly going to be having some work done to control all entry onto the site during the school day through automated gates. I will update on progress in future newsletters. However, I would ask all parents to support us with ensuring that you only enter the school building via the school office. This is especially important at the beginning and end of the day.
Staffing Update I am pleased to report that we were very successful in our recent appointment of deputy head teachers, which the governors and school council fed into. Following a rigorous appointment process, we appointed 3 deputies for September – Helen Radmore, who is currently the interim deputy head, Darshan Kaur, who is currently the Numeracy and Assessment consultant for Redbridge and Mark Hemsley, who is deputy head at a school in Waltham Forest. All three will bring a huge amount of experience to the school and we look forward to them taking up post in September.
We have also taken on additional class teachers for September as we will have 3 extra classes as the school continues to grow. A further key appointment has also been made – a Parent Support Advisor who will be available to support all parent with a wide ranges of things including providing information about local provision, housing and income support.
Inset Day This Friday 28th May is an Inset Day, so please make arrangements for your child.
I hope you enjoy the Half Term Break and look forward to seeing the children back at school on Monday 7th June.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June,3:30-4:15pm & 8.45 – 9.15(Nursery AM)
Gypsy Roma Week w/c 14th June
School Photographs 16th June
Science Week w/c 21st June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Newsletter No: 18
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Sarisha Aggarwal in Yr 2 Red, Andrea Mwnidu in Yr 3 Green, Subhan Patel in Yr 4 Blue and Suzanna Alam in Yr 4 Blue. Well done children! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance I am thrilled to announce that last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 96% which means we have reached our target of 95% for the first time. This is very good news indeed – please keep up the good work!
The class with the highest percentage – 99.7% - was Yr 1 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 91.0% Rec Green 91.7% Rec Red 98.3% Rec Yellow 94.1%
Yr1 Blue 98.0% Yr 1 Green 97.2% Yr 1 Red 99.7% Yr 1 Yellow 97.3%
Yr2 Blue 98.6% Yr 2 Green 97.3% Yr 2 Red 97.0% Yr 2 Yellow 98.6%
Yr3 Green 93.3% Yr 3 Red 93.7% Yr 4 Blue 90.7% Yr 4 Yellow 98.0%
Yr5 Red 97.3% Yr 6 Yellow 95.2%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Best Chess Player in Essex Aditya Verma in Yr 1 Red has been competing in chess tournaments and is now the best chess player in Essex. Congratulations Aditya!
Parent Volunteers Meeting Thank you to all the parents who came to this meeting today. I am very excited about your support towards the school projects we discussed.
Nursery Messy Fun Day Thank you to those parents who joined their children at the messy fun session in Nursery today. The children had a lovely, messy time!
Skip Hop We were delighted to welcome Johnny from the Skip Hop team to the school on Friday. He worked with years 3 and 4, the year 6 sports leaders and the midday assistants teaching them a range of skipping activities which can be played at home or in school. Skipping is an excellent way to encourage a healthy lifestyle. If you wish to order a skipping rope there is an order form in the school office. Please place your order by Friday 28th May.
Playground Equipment We have had a selection of playground equipment fitted last week and work will continue this week. The children are enjoying the new seating and we are all looking forward to the other equipment being fully operational later this week.
Family French Course The Children’s Centre is running a free 5 week course starting Wednesday 9th June until 7th July, 3:45-5pm. This is for mothers, fathers, grandparents and carers with children of 5 years and over. For information or to book a place, please call the children’s centre on 0208 518 2562 and select option 1.
Collecting Children During the School Day If you have to collect your child early for an appointment, please ensure that you tell the teacher who will then notify the school office. If possible you should send a note in advance. If, on the very rare occasion, you may have to collect your child due to an unforeseeable emergency then please bring photo ID such as a passport or a driving licence with you to the school office so that the office staff can verify who the adults collecting the children are as they are less familiar with parents than class teachers.
Internet Safety I would like to emphasise the need to monitor what your children are doing on the internet at home. There are many unsuitable sites and it is important that you know your child is safe while on the internet.
Security We are shortly going to be having some work done to control all entry onto the site during the school day through automated gates. I will update on progress in future newsletters. However, I would ask all parents to support us with ensuring that you only enter the school building via the school office. This is especially important at the beginning and end of the day.
Staffing Update I am pleased to report that we were very successful in our recent appointment of deputy head teachers, which the governors and school council fed into. Following a rigorous appointment process, we appointed 3 deputies for September – Helen Radmore, who is currently the interim deputy head, Darshan Kaur, who is currently the Numeracy and Assessment consultant for Redbridge and Mark Hemsley, who is deputy head at a school in Waltham Forest. All three will bring a huge amount of experience to the school and we look forward to them taking up post in September.
We have also taken on additional class teachers for September as we will have 3 extra classes as the school continues to grow. A further key appointment has also been made – a Parent Support Advisor who will be available to support all parent with a wide ranges of things including providing information about local provision, housing and income support.
Inset Day This Friday 28th May is an Inset Day, so please make arrangements for your child.
I hope you enjoy the Half Term Break and look forward to seeing the children back at school on Monday 7th June.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June,3:30-4:15pm & 8.45 – 9.15(Nursery AM)
Gypsy Roma Week w/c 14th June
School Photographs 16th June
Science Week w/c 21st June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Tuesday 18 May 2010
Newsletter No: 17
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Umar Patel in Rec Blue and Aliya Patel in Rec Green. Well done children! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance I am thrilled to announce that last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.4% which is just below the national average of 95%. This is a significant improvement and I feel confident we will reach our target of 95% very soon.
The class with the highest percentage – 100% - was Year 5 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 92.3.5% Rec Green 94.6% Rec Red 98.0% Rec Yellow 94.8%
Yr1 Blue 89.0% Yr 1 Green 96.0% Yr 1 Red 93.2% Yr 1 Yellow 98.3%
Yr2 Blue 95.9% Yr 2 Green 90.3% Yr 2 Red 95.0% Yr 2 Yellow 97.5%
Yr3 Green 91.7% Yr 3 Red 93.7% Yr 4 Blue 90.4% Yr 4 Yellow 93.3%
Yr5 Red 100.0% Yr 6 Yellow 95.9%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Parent Volunteers Meeting I would like to invite all parents with enhanced CRBs already in place to attend a meeting on 26th May at 9:15am if you are interested in helping within the school.
Nursery Messy Fun Day The nursery staff will be inviting parents to join their children in a messy fun session on Wednesday 26th May. A letter will be sent out soon with more details.
Pantamime The Kenneth More Theatre will be visiting school on 27th May to perform a pantomime for our Key Stage 2 children.
Open School Session for Nursery A.M. We will be offering an opportunity for morning nursery parents to see their children’s book of work before school on June 10th between 8.45 – 9.15 instead of the later time previously announced. This will only apply to the parents of children who attend nursery in the mornings.
Charity Bikeathon In assembly tomorrow the children will be hearing about a Bikeathon & Fun Day which raises money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. The event will take place in Valentines Park on Sunday 13th June. We hope that many of our pupils will take part. This event is not run by the school so you would need to ensure your child is accompanied by a responsible adult.
Library We are starting to scan the books and enter them on to our electronic library system. We look forward to inviting you to our grand opening in the near future.
No Balls Games before School Balls games are not allowed in the playground at the start of the day for health and safety reasons. We have a large number of people in the playground at that time including pregnant ladies and babies and we do not want any accidents.
Playground Equipment We are having a selection of playground equipment fitted this week including a boat and gym equipment. The children are being well behaved during the installation and we are all looking forward to it being fully operational next week.
Breakfast and After School Club It has come to my attention that our current Breakfast Club provider has decided to stop working with us from Half Term. I realise that this is short notice for parents and I am looking to put interim arrangements in place to help those parents. We will write to parents with further information next week. We are hoping to launch a new Breakfast and After School Club service from September. More news to follow.
Curent Year 1 Last Friday, all parents should have received a letter about re-organising classes for September. Having spoken to some of you this week, I have had a very mixed response with some parents very pleased about the decision whilst others are concerned about their child’s friendships. I would, therefore, reassure you all again that every effort will be made to cause as little disruption as possible in order to have four class groups that are balanced in terms of gender, ability, behaviour and special needs. If you have concerns, as indicated in the letter last week, I would ask you to put them in writing by 27th May so that your concerns can be taken into consideration before new class lists are finalised.
Inset Day 28th May is an Inset Day, so please make arrangements for your child.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Skip Hop Session for Yr 3&4 20th May
Parent Volunteers Meeting 26th May,9:15am
Nursery Messy Fun Day 26th May
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June,3:30-4:15pm & 8.45 – 9.15(Nursery AM)
Gypsy Roma Week w/c 14th June
School Photographs 16th June
Science Week w/c 21st June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Umar Patel in Rec Blue and Aliya Patel in Rec Green. Well done children! I hope you enjoy the books you chose as your prize.
Attendance I am thrilled to announce that last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 94.4% which is just below the national average of 95%. This is a significant improvement and I feel confident we will reach our target of 95% very soon.
The class with the highest percentage – 100% - was Year 5 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 92.3.5% Rec Green 94.6% Rec Red 98.0% Rec Yellow 94.8%
Yr1 Blue 89.0% Yr 1 Green 96.0% Yr 1 Red 93.2% Yr 1 Yellow 98.3%
Yr2 Blue 95.9% Yr 2 Green 90.3% Yr 2 Red 95.0% Yr 2 Yellow 97.5%
Yr3 Green 91.7% Yr 3 Red 93.7% Yr 4 Blue 90.4% Yr 4 Yellow 93.3%
Yr5 Red 100.0% Yr 6 Yellow 95.9%
Please remember to call the school if your child is absent as all absences need to be recorded with reasons. Our registers are reviewed by the Education Welfare Officer each week.
Parent Volunteers Meeting I would like to invite all parents with enhanced CRBs already in place to attend a meeting on 26th May at 9:15am if you are interested in helping within the school.
Nursery Messy Fun Day The nursery staff will be inviting parents to join their children in a messy fun session on Wednesday 26th May. A letter will be sent out soon with more details.
Pantamime The Kenneth More Theatre will be visiting school on 27th May to perform a pantomime for our Key Stage 2 children.
Open School Session for Nursery A.M. We will be offering an opportunity for morning nursery parents to see their children’s book of work before school on June 10th between 8.45 – 9.15 instead of the later time previously announced. This will only apply to the parents of children who attend nursery in the mornings.
Charity Bikeathon In assembly tomorrow the children will be hearing about a Bikeathon & Fun Day which raises money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. The event will take place in Valentines Park on Sunday 13th June. We hope that many of our pupils will take part. This event is not run by the school so you would need to ensure your child is accompanied by a responsible adult.
Library We are starting to scan the books and enter them on to our electronic library system. We look forward to inviting you to our grand opening in the near future.
No Balls Games before School Balls games are not allowed in the playground at the start of the day for health and safety reasons. We have a large number of people in the playground at that time including pregnant ladies and babies and we do not want any accidents.
Playground Equipment We are having a selection of playground equipment fitted this week including a boat and gym equipment. The children are being well behaved during the installation and we are all looking forward to it being fully operational next week.
Breakfast and After School Club It has come to my attention that our current Breakfast Club provider has decided to stop working with us from Half Term. I realise that this is short notice for parents and I am looking to put interim arrangements in place to help those parents. We will write to parents with further information next week. We are hoping to launch a new Breakfast and After School Club service from September. More news to follow.
Curent Year 1 Last Friday, all parents should have received a letter about re-organising classes for September. Having spoken to some of you this week, I have had a very mixed response with some parents very pleased about the decision whilst others are concerned about their child’s friendships. I would, therefore, reassure you all again that every effort will be made to cause as little disruption as possible in order to have four class groups that are balanced in terms of gender, ability, behaviour and special needs. If you have concerns, as indicated in the letter last week, I would ask you to put them in writing by 27th May so that your concerns can be taken into consideration before new class lists are finalised.
Inset Day 28th May is an Inset Day, so please make arrangements for your child.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Skip Hop Session for Yr 3&4 20th May
Parent Volunteers Meeting 26th May,9:15am
Nursery Messy Fun Day 26th May
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June,3:30-4:15pm & 8.45 – 9.15(Nursery AM)
Gypsy Roma Week w/c 14th June
School Photographs 16th June
Science Week w/c 21st June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local pensioners 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Thursday 13 May 2010
12th May 2010 - Newsletter No: 16
12th May 2010
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Qasim Sheikh, Tamanna Begum and Tahir Omar in Yr 2 Red.
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 92.5% which remains below the national average of 95%. I would urge all classes that are below that to make every effort to attend regularly and I would remind all parents to inform the school of the reason for their child’s absence.
The class with the highest percentage – 98.3% - was Year 1 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 93.5% Rec Green 93.8% Rec Red 96.7% Rec Yellow 86.3%
Yr1 Blue 94.8% Yr 1 Green 97.1% Yr 1 Red 98.3% Yr 1 Yellow 96.3%
Yr2 Blue 91.4% Yr 2 Green 91.3% Yr 2 Red 91.8% Yr 2 Yellow 98.2%
Yr3 Green 94.2% Yr 3 Red 92.9% Yr 4 Blue 87.9% Yr 4 Yellow 95.8%
Yr5 Red 84.5% Yr 6 Yellow 95.7%
Wellgate Farm Visit The children in Year 1 and Reception very much enjoyed the visit by Wellgate Farm on Friday. I’m sure they will have told you all about it.
Reading Scheme Meeting for Parents It was lovely to see so many of you at this meeting.
Open School Session The date of the Open School Session has been changed to 10th June and will run from 3:30 – 4:15pm. This is an opportunity for your child to take you through the school and to share their class books with you. This is not an Open Evening. It is an informal visit to look at the school and your child’s work.
Parent Volunteers Meeting I would like to invite all parents with enhanced CRBs already in place to attend a meeting on 26th May at 9:15am if you are interested in helping within the school.
Parking Please be considerate of our neighbours by the Pavilion Building. The small car park is not for parents, so please do not use it through the day to drop off your children. It is for visitors and staff only.
Zebra Crossing In order to improve road safety for Cranbrook pupils, a new zebra crossing will be installed by the double gates to the car park.
Lining Up in the Mornings The new signs (which will be relevant from September and beyond) have caused some confusion. Please continue using the old system for the remainder of this term.
SATS Update You may be aware through the media that over 70% of schools across the country have not participated in SATS as part of an industrial dispute. We are one of those schools. However, as a school we are committed to assessing pupil progress and providing relevant information to parents on progress. This means that children at Cranbrook Primary will continue to be tested each term.
School Priorities As indicated in previous newsletters, I would like to report that our curriculum priorities over the coming 3 years will be focused on the following core subjects: Reading, Writing and ICT. Plans are in place to add to our provision and we will be organising further meetings to update parents.
GroupCall Our new text message system is now live and you will be receiving texts about school closure, dinner arrears, events, attendance, trips and clubs. If your mobile number has changed please let the School Office know so that you can receive these important messages.
Telephone System You may have noticed when calling the school that the answerphone message system is no longer in place. As a Primary School, I feel it is important that you are able to speak to someone personally and promptly. I hope that parental queries will be processed more quickly in future.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June, 3:30-4:15pm
Parent Volunteers Meeting 26th May, 9:15am
Skip Hop Session for Yr 3&4 27th May
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
School Photographs 16th June
Wellgate Farn Visit 16th June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Share our Gifts & Talents Assembly 28th June
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Year 2 Multi Skills Tournament 13th July, 1:45-2:45pm
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local old people 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Dear Parents/Carers,
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Qasim Sheikh, Tamanna Begum and Tahir Omar in Yr 2 Red.
Attendance Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 92.5% which remains below the national average of 95%. I would urge all classes that are below that to make every effort to attend regularly and I would remind all parents to inform the school of the reason for their child’s absence.
The class with the highest percentage – 98.3% - was Year 1 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 93.5% Rec Green 93.8% Rec Red 96.7% Rec Yellow 86.3%
Yr1 Blue 94.8% Yr 1 Green 97.1% Yr 1 Red 98.3% Yr 1 Yellow 96.3%
Yr2 Blue 91.4% Yr 2 Green 91.3% Yr 2 Red 91.8% Yr 2 Yellow 98.2%
Yr3 Green 94.2% Yr 3 Red 92.9% Yr 4 Blue 87.9% Yr 4 Yellow 95.8%
Yr5 Red 84.5% Yr 6 Yellow 95.7%
Wellgate Farm Visit The children in Year 1 and Reception very much enjoyed the visit by Wellgate Farm on Friday. I’m sure they will have told you all about it.
Reading Scheme Meeting for Parents It was lovely to see so many of you at this meeting.
Open School Session The date of the Open School Session has been changed to 10th June and will run from 3:30 – 4:15pm. This is an opportunity for your child to take you through the school and to share their class books with you. This is not an Open Evening. It is an informal visit to look at the school and your child’s work.
Parent Volunteers Meeting I would like to invite all parents with enhanced CRBs already in place to attend a meeting on 26th May at 9:15am if you are interested in helping within the school.
Parking Please be considerate of our neighbours by the Pavilion Building. The small car park is not for parents, so please do not use it through the day to drop off your children. It is for visitors and staff only.
Zebra Crossing In order to improve road safety for Cranbrook pupils, a new zebra crossing will be installed by the double gates to the car park.
Lining Up in the Mornings The new signs (which will be relevant from September and beyond) have caused some confusion. Please continue using the old system for the remainder of this term.
SATS Update You may be aware through the media that over 70% of schools across the country have not participated in SATS as part of an industrial dispute. We are one of those schools. However, as a school we are committed to assessing pupil progress and providing relevant information to parents on progress. This means that children at Cranbrook Primary will continue to be tested each term.
School Priorities As indicated in previous newsletters, I would like to report that our curriculum priorities over the coming 3 years will be focused on the following core subjects: Reading, Writing and ICT. Plans are in place to add to our provision and we will be organising further meetings to update parents.
GroupCall Our new text message system is now live and you will be receiving texts about school closure, dinner arrears, events, attendance, trips and clubs. If your mobile number has changed please let the School Office know so that you can receive these important messages.
Telephone System You may have noticed when calling the school that the answerphone message system is no longer in place. As a Primary School, I feel it is important that you are able to speak to someone personally and promptly. I hope that parental queries will be processed more quickly in future.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Open School – Children’s Books Session 10th June, 3:30-4:15pm
Parent Volunteers Meeting 26th May, 9:15am
Skip Hop Session for Yr 3&4 27th May
Kenneth Moore Pantomime for KS2 27th May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
School Photographs 16th June
Wellgate Farn Visit 16th June
Night Owls Visit 24th June (KS1) and 25th June (KS2)
Share our Gifts & Talents Assembly 28th June
Barnardo’s Assembly 1st July
Year 6 Performance 7th July
Summer Fair 9th July
Year 2 Multi Skills Tournament 13th July, 1:45-2:45pm
Sports Day 14th July
Open Exhibition 19th July, 2:30-4pm
Musical Afternoon Tea for local old people 21st July
Year 6 Final Assembly & Drinks Reception 22nd July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Monday 10 May 2010
Newsletter No: 15
Dear Parents/Carers,
Despite the poor weather, I hope you all enjoyed the Bank Holiday Weekend.
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Taha Amin in Rec Red and Amaan Iqbal and Alizeh Moin in Yr 4 Blue.
Attendance Attendance remains a key issue for the school and I would remind all parents to inform the school of the reason for their child’s absence from school. Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 92% - as this is below the national average of 95%, I would urge all classes that are below that to make every effort to attend regularly.
The class with the highest percentage – 98.2% - was Year 3 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 89% Rec Green 92.7% Rec Red 93.3% Rec Yellow 90.7%
Yr1 Blue 95.9% Yr 1 Green 90.7% Yr 1 Red 92.7% Yr 1 Yellow 91.7%
Yr2 Blue 89.7% Yr 2 Green 93% Yr 2 Red 89.3% Yr 2 Yellow 89.7%
Yr3 Green 95% Yr 3 Red 98.2% Yr 4 Blue 85.9% Yr 4 Yellow 94.3%
Yr5 Red 92.1% Yr 6 Yellow 92.4%
Proof of Flight Delays Where families have not provided proof of flight delay, please do so as soon as possible.
Reading Scheme Session A short session for all parents on the changes that have been introduced will be held on Tuesday 11th May, 8:30-9am. I would urge you to come along if possible. Arrangements will be made for your children while you are attending the session.
Uniform It is school policy that all children should wear uniform. I would like to remind you that if headscarves are worn they should be plain black or white and that no jewellery should be worn except for religious observance.
Accidents If your child suffers a head injury at school, a letter will be sent home. Letters are not sent home about minor injuries. All accidents and minor injuries are recorded and records are kept of all First Aid administered.
Parental Concerns From time to time you may have a concern to share with the school and I would ask you to approach our staff in the following order please: Class Teacher, Year Group Leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head and then myself. As you will appreciate, I cannot deal with every concern personally!
Redbridge Mini Games Congratulations to all of the children who took part in the Mini Games last week. We finished 28th out of 37 in hockey, 17th out of 24 in the basketball, 25th out of 37 in the football, 9th out of 18 in the Tennis and 30th overall out of 43 schools which is a very good as it was our first entry in the Mini Games. The children were very well behaved, showed great sportsmanship and did the school proud. Well done!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Wellgate Farm visiting School 7th May
Parents’ Reading Scheme Session 11th May, 8:30-9am
Open School – Children’s Books Session 27th May, 3:15-4:15pm
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Dear Parents/Carers,
Despite the poor weather, I hope you all enjoyed the Bank Holiday Weekend.
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Taha Amin in Rec Red and Amaan Iqbal and Alizeh Moin in Yr 4 Blue.
Attendance Attendance remains a key issue for the school and I would remind all parents to inform the school of the reason for their child’s absence from school. Last week’s overall school attendance percentage was 92% - as this is below the national average of 95%, I would urge all classes that are below that to make every effort to attend regularly.
The class with the highest percentage – 98.2% - was Year 3 Red – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 89% Rec Green 92.7% Rec Red 93.3% Rec Yellow 90.7%
Yr1 Blue 95.9% Yr 1 Green 90.7% Yr 1 Red 92.7% Yr 1 Yellow 91.7%
Yr2 Blue 89.7% Yr 2 Green 93% Yr 2 Red 89.3% Yr 2 Yellow 89.7%
Yr3 Green 95% Yr 3 Red 98.2% Yr 4 Blue 85.9% Yr 4 Yellow 94.3%
Yr5 Red 92.1% Yr 6 Yellow 92.4%
Proof of Flight Delays Where families have not provided proof of flight delay, please do so as soon as possible.
Reading Scheme Session A short session for all parents on the changes that have been introduced will be held on Tuesday 11th May, 8:30-9am. I would urge you to come along if possible. Arrangements will be made for your children while you are attending the session.
Uniform It is school policy that all children should wear uniform. I would like to remind you that if headscarves are worn they should be plain black or white and that no jewellery should be worn except for religious observance.
Accidents If your child suffers a head injury at school, a letter will be sent home. Letters are not sent home about minor injuries. All accidents and minor injuries are recorded and records are kept of all First Aid administered.
Parental Concerns From time to time you may have a concern to share with the school and I would ask you to approach our staff in the following order please: Class Teacher, Year Group Leader, Assistant Head, Deputy Head and then myself. As you will appreciate, I cannot deal with every concern personally!
Redbridge Mini Games Congratulations to all of the children who took part in the Mini Games last week. We finished 28th out of 37 in hockey, 17th out of 24 in the basketball, 25th out of 37 in the football, 9th out of 18 in the Tennis and 30th overall out of 43 schools which is a very good as it was our first entry in the Mini Games. The children were very well behaved, showed great sportsmanship and did the school proud. Well done!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Wellgate Farm visiting School 7th May
Parents’ Reading Scheme Session 11th May, 8:30-9am
Open School – Children’s Books Session 27th May, 3:15-4:15pm
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th May - 6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Wednesday 28 April 2010
Newsletter No: 14
28th April 2010
Dear Parents/Carers,
Following my trek across Europe on trains and ferry, it was great to be back last Thursday for the final term of the year in spite of the delayed start. I am also pleased to report that the majority of families, who were stuck abroad, are now back.
Attendance However, attendance remains a key issue for the school and I would remind all parents to inform the school of the reason for their child’s absence from school. Last week’s overall school attendance was severely affected by the disruption to transport across the globe and the school percentage was extremely low – 88.8%.
The class with the highest percentage – 99.3% - was Year 1 Blue – Well done!
Percentages for other classes were as follows:
Rec Blue 69.3% Rec Green 94.3% Rec Red 99% Rec Yellow 91%
Yr1 Blue 99.3% Yr 1 Green 77.3% Yr 1 Red 94.7% Yr 1 Yellow 95%
Yr2 Blue 88.7% Yr 2 Green 91% Yr 2 Red 85.9% Yr 2 Yellow 88.4%
Yr3 Green 91.3% Yr 3 Red 93.9% Yr 4 Blue 72.1% Yr 4 Yellow 84.6%
Yr5 Red 92.1% Yr 6 Yellow 90%
As the national average is 95%, I would urge all classes that are below that to make every effort to attend regularly.
Pupil Achievements It is a pleasure to congratulate the following pupils for being awarded the Gold Award for their success in class: Amber and Maaria in Reception Yellow and Syeda and Mustafa in Year 4 Blue
I would also like to mention Hannah Ahmed, who recently appeared in an article in the Loughton Recorder, discussing her desire to become a dentist. The article was very impressive and it was lovely to read how proud Hannah is of her school as well.
SATS You may be aware that there has been an on going trade union dispute by 2 of the teachers, unions on the issue of SATs at Year 6 following the removal of SATs at Year 2 and Year 9. A decision on whether SATS will take place this year will be made shortly and I will be writing to parents of Year 6 children tomorrow. However, I would clarify to all parents that at Cranbrook Primary, we are fully committed to ensuring that assessments are carried out and parents receive clear information about their child’s attainment at the end of the year in terms of National Curriculum levels for Maths and Literacy. This information will be provided whatever the outcome of the union action. Please also note that all teachers across the school will be finalising their teacher assessments in readiness for writing the end of year Reports for parents.
Report Format Following consultation with staff and feedback received from parents last year, we have amended the format for reports to shorten the length and to provide clear information about your child’s progress, effort, enjoyment and attainment without using too much educational jargon. I would be keen to receive further feedback following this year’s reports, so that we can make improvements for next year.
Reading Scheme As mentioned in previous letters, a Reading Scheme has been purchased and has been launched with staff today. The purpose is to provide a structured approach to reading across the school by ensuring children participate in both individual and group reading activities that develop their skills further. Use of core books will continues alongside. Before the end of this term, we will provide a short session for all parents on the changes that have been introduced – date to follow in next week’s letter.
Library Update Once all the books have been logged onto the database, we will be able to begin using the school library with classes to enhance children’s passion for reading, general knowledge and use for supporting their learning across the curriculum.
Tea for Local Elderly People Later in the term, we would like to organise a musical session and tea party for elderly people who live locally. If you know someone, perhaps a neighbour or family member, who you would like us to invite, please let the school office know.
Curriculum Overviews Over the next week, we will post information about the curriculum coverage for this term for all year groups and classes on our website (see below). Please do take the time to view these, so that you can support your child’s learning at home.
Behaviour Policy Following feedback from parents and staff, we have recently reviewed the school’s Behaviour and Discipline Policy and clarified sanctions for unacceptable behaviour that have been introduced. Discussions have started with pupils and after the policy has been ratified by governors, we will be sharing it with parents later in the term.
Wishing you all an enjoyable long weekend with Bank holiday Monday!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Thursday 22 April 2010
21st April 2010 - Newsletter No. 13
21st April 2010
Newsletter No: 13
Dear Parents/Carers,
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you all back and say that I hope you had a peaceful and enjoyable break. The summer term is always a busy term and, with the better weather, we are looking forward to enjoying a number of summer activities. We will keep you informed of our plans and hope that you will be able to respond positively to as many invitations as possible. These next few months will help to further strengthen the Cranbrook Community.
Volcanic ash As we start the summer term with blue skies and sunshine it is hard to believe that there is a cloud of ash up there somewhere causing so many problems! We are really pleased to have been able to start this term smoothly despite some staff and children not being able to make it back after the holidays. However, progress is being made by all staff members and they are getting closer by the day, so we should soon see them back on the playground in the mornings! Jas is one of the staff who has been prevented from getting back to work and has been making her way across Europe with determination. She should be reaching British shores as you read this and, all being well, will be back in Cranbrook tomorrow.
Clubs are due to start again next week, beginning Monday 26th April. If you have not already sent back your request for a place for your child in a club, it is not too late. However, I do urge you to do so as soon as possible so that all the necessary organising can happen before next Monday. Thank you.
Road Safety As you know the children’s safety is of utmost importance to us and we are thrilled that the new crossing is finished. I am sure that it has made crossing The Drive much easier for many of you. Now with this and the patrolled crossing there are two near-by places for families to cross the road as they walk to and from school. To support this we invited a Redbridge Road Safety Advisor to lead our whole school assembly on Monday and would ask that you continue to talk with your children about safe ways of crossing the road.
Creative Partnerships Over the second half of last term two artists worked with the Year 5 and Year 6 children to create some long lasting artwork which will remain in school as a reminder of the experience as well as further enhancing our environment. Next week there will be an unveiling of their work, which will add to our outside area. Please keep your eyes open to enjoy the results of their hard work.
Warmer weather One of the benefits of the warmer weather is that we do not have to wear our jumpers all day. However, as you will appreciate, with the children wearing a uniform, this can cause some problems. Please ensure your children’s sweatshirts and PE kits are clearly labelled with their names so that it is easy for your child to keep track of their belongings. Similarly, if they were labelled with a pen earlier in the year, please check the name has not washed off – it often does! This term tends to see a significant amount of lost clothing and in this economic climate replacing it is an expense that could easily be avoided.
Morning Drop offs Again, with the improving weather, it is tempting for parents and children to come to school earlier than usual. Can I remind you that the children are taken into school at 8:50am (KS2), 8:55am (KS1 and Rec) and 9:10am (Nursery) and we strongly discourage early drop offs.
Thank you for your continued support. Next week’s letter should see Jas very firmly back at the helm!
Yours faithfully
Helen Radmore
Deputy Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Headteacher: Jas Leverton
Cranbrook Primary School, The Drive, Ilford, Essex, IG1 3PS
Telephone: 0208 518 2562
Fax: 0208 554 1575
Admin.cranbrookprimary@redbridge.gov.uk
http://www.cranbrookprimary.redbridge.sch.uk/
Newsletter No: 13
Dear Parents/Carers,
I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you all back and say that I hope you had a peaceful and enjoyable break. The summer term is always a busy term and, with the better weather, we are looking forward to enjoying a number of summer activities. We will keep you informed of our plans and hope that you will be able to respond positively to as many invitations as possible. These next few months will help to further strengthen the Cranbrook Community.
Volcanic ash As we start the summer term with blue skies and sunshine it is hard to believe that there is a cloud of ash up there somewhere causing so many problems! We are really pleased to have been able to start this term smoothly despite some staff and children not being able to make it back after the holidays. However, progress is being made by all staff members and they are getting closer by the day, so we should soon see them back on the playground in the mornings! Jas is one of the staff who has been prevented from getting back to work and has been making her way across Europe with determination. She should be reaching British shores as you read this and, all being well, will be back in Cranbrook tomorrow.
Clubs are due to start again next week, beginning Monday 26th April. If you have not already sent back your request for a place for your child in a club, it is not too late. However, I do urge you to do so as soon as possible so that all the necessary organising can happen before next Monday. Thank you.
Road Safety As you know the children’s safety is of utmost importance to us and we are thrilled that the new crossing is finished. I am sure that it has made crossing The Drive much easier for many of you. Now with this and the patrolled crossing there are two near-by places for families to cross the road as they walk to and from school. To support this we invited a Redbridge Road Safety Advisor to lead our whole school assembly on Monday and would ask that you continue to talk with your children about safe ways of crossing the road.
Creative Partnerships Over the second half of last term two artists worked with the Year 5 and Year 6 children to create some long lasting artwork which will remain in school as a reminder of the experience as well as further enhancing our environment. Next week there will be an unveiling of their work, which will add to our outside area. Please keep your eyes open to enjoy the results of their hard work.
Warmer weather One of the benefits of the warmer weather is that we do not have to wear our jumpers all day. However, as you will appreciate, with the children wearing a uniform, this can cause some problems. Please ensure your children’s sweatshirts and PE kits are clearly labelled with their names so that it is easy for your child to keep track of their belongings. Similarly, if they were labelled with a pen earlier in the year, please check the name has not washed off – it often does! This term tends to see a significant amount of lost clothing and in this economic climate replacing it is an expense that could easily be avoided.
Morning Drop offs Again, with the improving weather, it is tempting for parents and children to come to school earlier than usual. Can I remind you that the children are taken into school at 8:50am (KS2), 8:55am (KS1 and Rec) and 9:10am (Nursery) and we strongly discourage early drop offs.
Thank you for your continued support. Next week’s letter should see Jas very firmly back at the helm!
Yours faithfully
Helen Radmore
Deputy Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Headteacher: Jas Leverton
Cranbrook Primary School, The Drive, Ilford, Essex, IG1 3PS
Telephone: 0208 518 2562
Fax: 0208 554 1575
Admin.cranbrookprimary@redbridge.gov.uk
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Wednesday 31 March 2010
31st March 2010
Newsletter No: 12
Dear Parents/Carers,
As we come to the end of my first term here, I would like to thank you all for your support and feedback. It has been a pleasure to make such a big move and I am so looking forward to achieving many of our shared goals by working together with you. I think it is an appropriate time to celebrate some of the school’s achievements thus far:
The good behaviour of our pupils
An active PTA
A committed Governing Body
A staff team that is always willing to go the extra mile
Improved attendance, although there is a way to go
Playground developments
A warm and welcoming ethos
Excellent relationships between adults and between adults and children
The setting up of the school library with support from parents and governors
The purchasing of a Reading Scheme for the school.
The launch of our school website
The weekly newsletter, which we have had positive feedback on
The ongoing varied opportunities offered to out children both within the school day and outside school hours
The work of the creative partnership
Committed parent volunteers
Over the coming terms and years, I will continue to provide feedback on all aspects of developments at the school.
The key priorities for the next year are:
To launch the New Reading Scheme
To consult parents on the revised Behaviour and Discipline Policy
To extend the writing skills of our pupils
To work towards achieving school awards, including ‘Investors in People, Basic Skills Quality Mark, Healthy Schools’ etc.
To further develop the school community to bring together all families
To develop the children’s use of ICT as a tool for learning and communication
Easter Event 29th March 3.30-5pm We had a fantastic response to this event and have raised over £1000! The children had a great time not only having their faces painted, but also enjoying the entertainers. I would very much like to take this opportunity to thank all committee members and parents, who gave up their precious time to support the event. Without their help we would not have managed to get everything done.
The next major event will be in the summer term – The Summer fair – 10th July.
Dinner Money Arrears If you have received a letter indicating that you owe for dinners, please clear your debt by the end of the day tomorrow or provide a packed lunch for your child until the debt has been paid.
Year 6 Residential Trip Following the meeting arranged and feedback from parents, we have decided that there will not be a residential trip this year. Instead, we will organise day trips for our Year 6 children.
Dance Festival Well done to all the children who represented the school at the recent Dance Festival. The performance was of a very high standard and we are very proud of them all. Our very own Cranbrook Dancers are:-
Cleo Williams
Y4 Yellow
Caitlin McNulty
Y4 Yellow
Sana Ferron
Y4 Yellow
Sumiyah Mannon
Y4 Blue
India Williams
Y4 Yellow
Dominika Jarzynska
Y5 Red
Alizeh Moin
Y4 Blue
Eman Ali
Y4 Blue
Aminah Butt
Y4 Yellow
Francesca Vevere
Y5 Red
Meenakshee Sungalee
Y4 Yellow
Piriyanga Vinothan
Y5 Red
Aisha Islam
Y4 Blue
Staffing Update Sadly we will be saying ‘farewell’ to Lynn Carleton, who has been the interim deputy head teacher for 2 days each week this term. During her short time here, Lynn has achieved a huge amount and has gained the respect of staff, parent s and governors. She returns to her full-time job as deputy head teacher at Manford Primary School after Easter. I am sure you would all want to join me in wishing her well and thanking her for her support this term.
Helen Radmore will continue as interim deputy head teacher next term and will be here full-time. The governors have started the process of appointing 2 full-time deputy head teachers for September 2010.
Wishing you all a restful, enjoyable and safe Easter Break!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Newsletter No: 12
Dear Parents/Carers,
As we come to the end of my first term here, I would like to thank you all for your support and feedback. It has been a pleasure to make such a big move and I am so looking forward to achieving many of our shared goals by working together with you. I think it is an appropriate time to celebrate some of the school’s achievements thus far:
The good behaviour of our pupils
An active PTA
A committed Governing Body
A staff team that is always willing to go the extra mile
Improved attendance, although there is a way to go
Playground developments
A warm and welcoming ethos
Excellent relationships between adults and between adults and children
The setting up of the school library with support from parents and governors
The purchasing of a Reading Scheme for the school.
The launch of our school website
The weekly newsletter, which we have had positive feedback on
The ongoing varied opportunities offered to out children both within the school day and outside school hours
The work of the creative partnership
Committed parent volunteers
Over the coming terms and years, I will continue to provide feedback on all aspects of developments at the school.
The key priorities for the next year are:
To launch the New Reading Scheme
To consult parents on the revised Behaviour and Discipline Policy
To extend the writing skills of our pupils
To work towards achieving school awards, including ‘Investors in People, Basic Skills Quality Mark, Healthy Schools’ etc.
To further develop the school community to bring together all families
To develop the children’s use of ICT as a tool for learning and communication
Easter Event 29th March 3.30-5pm We had a fantastic response to this event and have raised over £1000! The children had a great time not only having their faces painted, but also enjoying the entertainers. I would very much like to take this opportunity to thank all committee members and parents, who gave up their precious time to support the event. Without their help we would not have managed to get everything done.
The next major event will be in the summer term – The Summer fair – 10th July.
Dinner Money Arrears If you have received a letter indicating that you owe for dinners, please clear your debt by the end of the day tomorrow or provide a packed lunch for your child until the debt has been paid.
Year 6 Residential Trip Following the meeting arranged and feedback from parents, we have decided that there will not be a residential trip this year. Instead, we will organise day trips for our Year 6 children.
Dance Festival Well done to all the children who represented the school at the recent Dance Festival. The performance was of a very high standard and we are very proud of them all. Our very own Cranbrook Dancers are:-
Cleo Williams
Y4 Yellow
Caitlin McNulty
Y4 Yellow
Sana Ferron
Y4 Yellow
Sumiyah Mannon
Y4 Blue
India Williams
Y4 Yellow
Dominika Jarzynska
Y5 Red
Alizeh Moin
Y4 Blue
Eman Ali
Y4 Blue
Aminah Butt
Y4 Yellow
Francesca Vevere
Y5 Red
Meenakshee Sungalee
Y4 Yellow
Piriyanga Vinothan
Y5 Red
Aisha Islam
Y4 Blue
Staffing Update Sadly we will be saying ‘farewell’ to Lynn Carleton, who has been the interim deputy head teacher for 2 days each week this term. During her short time here, Lynn has achieved a huge amount and has gained the respect of staff, parent s and governors. She returns to her full-time job as deputy head teacher at Manford Primary School after Easter. I am sure you would all want to join me in wishing her well and thanking her for her support this term.
Helen Radmore will continue as interim deputy head teacher next term and will be here full-time. The governors have started the process of appointing 2 full-time deputy head teachers for September 2010.
Wishing you all a restful, enjoyable and safe Easter Break!
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Head teacher
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day school closed 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Friday 26 March 2010
Newsletter 10 - 24th March 2010
Dear Parents/Carers,
Albert Hall Choral Festival Last Wednesday 17th our Year 5&6 pupils represented the school at this fantastic event. They joined 1800 children from Redbridge to create a choir, putting on a magical performance for their families, friends and school staff. As head teacher I felt so proud of their contribution and exemplary behaviour. Well done to the following:
Hira Ali Barbra Alieno Salma Badawy Kristina Denicuk
Harrish Theyaparan Alisha Khan Hafsah Mustafa
Mithuya Uthayakumar Kizzi Silas-Teyssier
Zameera Zubair Waqar Ahmed Elisha Ghaloo Shoptak Haider Dominika Jarzynska
Iqra Hussain Deep Patel Smaran Thirunagari
I would also like to thank the teachers, who gave up their time to accompany the children till 11.30pm – Clare Hall, Megan Lytle and Ruth Williams.
An Easy Way to Raise Money for the School
Do you shop online? Do you use Amazon, EBay, Early Learning Centre, Marks and Spencer, Play.com and many other internet stores!
The Giving Machine gets donations for the school every time you shop on-line and it costs you NOTHING!
In fact, The Giving Machine regularly offers exclusive deals for its users.
If you want to earn money for Cranbrook Primary School every time you shop online at the best internet stores go to
www.thegivingmachine.co.uk
Register as a giver and select Cranbrook Primary School as your chosen organisation.
Whenever you want to shop online go to The Giving Machine and click through to your favourite store from there.
HAPPY SHOPPING!
Easter Event 29th March 3.30-5pm, As you know we have arranged for 2 entertainers to provide a fun magic/disco type session for 200 children in the main hall (Reception, Yr 1&2), and 100 pupils in the small hall (Yrs 3-6). The places are all booked for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. We do have a few places still available for Years 3-6. Arrangements are as follows:
For £5, children who have already been paid for are able to come to school in non-uniform, have their face painted, enjoy the entertainer and have a snack and drink!
If children are not staying for the entertainer they can still pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform and have their face painted.
Parents whose children are going to the entertainer sessions do need to collect their child by 5pm, giving you an some extra time to yourself as we will make sure that the children are taken to the relevant hall.
The money raised will go towards developing the playground to make it an exciting place for children’s use at playtimes. We have already raised over £2000 towards this project!
Short PTA Meeting on Friday 26th March at 9.15am This has been arranged for those parents who are helping with the face painting.
After School Clubs Cancelled 29th March In order to allow children to participate in the Easter Event, all clubs have been cancelled for 29th March. We will endeavour to provide an alternative session for the club, so that children get the number of sessions they have paid for. However, if this is not possible, money for the missing session will be reimbursed.
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Albert Hall Choral Festival Last Wednesday 17th our Year 5&6 pupils represented the school at this fantastic event. They joined 1800 children from Redbridge to create a choir, putting on a magical performance for their families, friends and school staff. As head teacher I felt so proud of their contribution and exemplary behaviour. Well done to the following:
Hira Ali Barbra Alieno Salma Badawy Kristina Denicuk
Harrish Theyaparan Alisha Khan Hafsah Mustafa
Mithuya Uthayakumar Kizzi Silas-Teyssier
Zameera Zubair Waqar Ahmed Elisha Ghaloo Shoptak Haider Dominika Jarzynska
Iqra Hussain Deep Patel Smaran Thirunagari
I would also like to thank the teachers, who gave up their time to accompany the children till 11.30pm – Clare Hall, Megan Lytle and Ruth Williams.
An Easy Way to Raise Money for the School
Do you shop online? Do you use Amazon, EBay, Early Learning Centre, Marks and Spencer, Play.com and many other internet stores!
The Giving Machine gets donations for the school every time you shop on-line and it costs you NOTHING!
In fact, The Giving Machine regularly offers exclusive deals for its users.
If you want to earn money for Cranbrook Primary School every time you shop online at the best internet stores go to
www.thegivingmachine.co.uk
Register as a giver and select Cranbrook Primary School as your chosen organisation.
Whenever you want to shop online go to The Giving Machine and click through to your favourite store from there.
HAPPY SHOPPING!
Easter Event 29th March 3.30-5pm, As you know we have arranged for 2 entertainers to provide a fun magic/disco type session for 200 children in the main hall (Reception, Yr 1&2), and 100 pupils in the small hall (Yrs 3-6). The places are all booked for Reception, Year 1 and Year 2. We do have a few places still available for Years 3-6. Arrangements are as follows:
For £5, children who have already been paid for are able to come to school in non-uniform, have their face painted, enjoy the entertainer and have a snack and drink!
If children are not staying for the entertainer they can still pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform and have their face painted.
Parents whose children are going to the entertainer sessions do need to collect their child by 5pm, giving you an some extra time to yourself as we will make sure that the children are taken to the relevant hall.
The money raised will go towards developing the playground to make it an exciting place for children’s use at playtimes. We have already raised over £2000 towards this project!
Short PTA Meeting on Friday 26th March at 9.15am This has been arranged for those parents who are helping with the face painting.
After School Clubs Cancelled 29th March In order to allow children to participate in the Easter Event, all clubs have been cancelled for 29th March. We will endeavour to provide an alternative session for the club, so that children get the number of sessions they have paid for. However, if this is not possible, money for the missing session will be reimbursed.
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Summer Fair 10th July
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Friday 19 March 2010
Newsletter 9 - 18 March 2010
18 March 2010
Newsletter No: 9
Dear Parents/Carers,
Last week ended with a fantastic turnout for the PTA meeting when we were able to plan the Easter Event. Earlier this week you will have received a letter outlining the details for 29th March 3.30-5pm, when we have arranged for 2 entertainers to provide a fun magic/disco type session for 200 children in the main hall (Reception, Yr 1&2), and 100 pupils in the small hall (Yrs 3-6).
As indicated in the letter, for £5, children will be able to come to school in non-uniform, have their face painted, enjoy the entertainer and have a snack and drink! However, as spaces are limited due to health and safety reasons, places will have to be booked on a first come first served basis by Friday 19th March. If children are too late to attend, they can still pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform and have their face painted.
The money raised will go towards developing the playground to make it an exciting place for children’s use at playtimes. We have already raised over £2000 towards this project!
PTA Meeting On Friday 19th March at 9.30am there will be another PTA meeting to select a chair, vice chair, treasurer, secretary and committee members for the PTA. All parents are invited to attend. The meeting will take place in the staffroom, and you are welcome to come along and have a cup of coffee before the meeting starts.
After School Clubs Cancelled 29th March In order to allow all children to participate in the Easter Event, all clubs have been cancelled for 29th March. We will endeavour to provide an alternative session for the club, so that children get the number of sessions they have paid for. However, if this is not possible, money for the missing session will be reimbursed.
Dinner Arrears I am disappointed to learn that in spite of regular reminders via letters and phone calls, some parents have not been forthcoming in clearing their dinner money arrears. This means their children have had lunches that have not been paid for!
Whilst I have written to these parents to invite them in to meet with me and discuss any difficulties they may be experiencing, I am very concerned that there has been no effort made by them to address the issue or to attend the meetings. I would therefore make the situation absolutely clear – Public money is not given to the school to feed your children! Please ensure you clear your debt. You know who you are!
Yr 6 Residential Trip Meeting Year 6 parents, please remember that a meeting has been arranged for 3.30pm tomorrow to provide you with information on the provisional booking we have made for Glasbury, an outdoor pursuits centre. The trip is booked to take place after SATS when children in Year 6 will have the opportunity to go away for 1 whole week! Please make every effort to attend. Children can also come along to the meeting.
Attendance/Punctuality and Leave of Absence Requests I continue to be concerned with the low attendance for the school and the great number of parents, who think it is acceptable to turn up late for school every day! I would emphasise to these parents that their lack of effort in getting their child/ren to school on time is having a negative impact on not only their own child’s progress, but also that of others, as the teacher keeps having to stop to work with the late arrivals.
Please also note that even if you write a long letter explaining why you want a long holiday abroad or want to visit family, I will not be authorising your child’s absence from school and you do risk his/her place at school. As the school is now full, with few families leaving the school, it is unlikely that a child who loses their place, will be re-allocated. There are 13 weeks of the school year when holidays can be taken when the school is closed. These should be used for such occasions.
Arts Week During the last week of this term Safiyyah Ikram, our Art coordinator, has organised a number of activities to celebrate the children’s artistic skills and to put them to good use in creating pieces for art that can be displayed across the school. We will be organising an exhibition early next term to invite parents to come and view the outcomes. More to follow in next week’s letter…………….
Parent Volunteers Please note, we have been inundated with the number of requests from parents. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate everyone because of the sheer magnitude of numbers. Please don’t be offended if we cannot help on this occasion.
Parking Please do not park on the yellow lines or enter through the no entry sign in the car park, as this is illegal and you are likely get a penalty notice of £40. I would also clarify that the vehicle from the Redbridge Traffic Department that regularly visits this site, is not taking photographs of people, but of number plates. If you break the law, you will get fined. So, don’t do it!
Finally………….I would like to finish by thanking the large majority of parents, who take their child’s safety seriously and show support for the school’s policies and practices, because they acknowledge that they are for the benefit of their child. Remember, together we can achieve more!
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Newsletter No: 9
Dear Parents/Carers,
Last week ended with a fantastic turnout for the PTA meeting when we were able to plan the Easter Event. Earlier this week you will have received a letter outlining the details for 29th March 3.30-5pm, when we have arranged for 2 entertainers to provide a fun magic/disco type session for 200 children in the main hall (Reception, Yr 1&2), and 100 pupils in the small hall (Yrs 3-6).
As indicated in the letter, for £5, children will be able to come to school in non-uniform, have their face painted, enjoy the entertainer and have a snack and drink! However, as spaces are limited due to health and safety reasons, places will have to be booked on a first come first served basis by Friday 19th March. If children are too late to attend, they can still pay £1 to come to school in non-uniform and have their face painted.
The money raised will go towards developing the playground to make it an exciting place for children’s use at playtimes. We have already raised over £2000 towards this project!
PTA Meeting On Friday 19th March at 9.30am there will be another PTA meeting to select a chair, vice chair, treasurer, secretary and committee members for the PTA. All parents are invited to attend. The meeting will take place in the staffroom, and you are welcome to come along and have a cup of coffee before the meeting starts.
After School Clubs Cancelled 29th March In order to allow all children to participate in the Easter Event, all clubs have been cancelled for 29th March. We will endeavour to provide an alternative session for the club, so that children get the number of sessions they have paid for. However, if this is not possible, money for the missing session will be reimbursed.
Dinner Arrears I am disappointed to learn that in spite of regular reminders via letters and phone calls, some parents have not been forthcoming in clearing their dinner money arrears. This means their children have had lunches that have not been paid for!
Whilst I have written to these parents to invite them in to meet with me and discuss any difficulties they may be experiencing, I am very concerned that there has been no effort made by them to address the issue or to attend the meetings. I would therefore make the situation absolutely clear – Public money is not given to the school to feed your children! Please ensure you clear your debt. You know who you are!
Yr 6 Residential Trip Meeting Year 6 parents, please remember that a meeting has been arranged for 3.30pm tomorrow to provide you with information on the provisional booking we have made for Glasbury, an outdoor pursuits centre. The trip is booked to take place after SATS when children in Year 6 will have the opportunity to go away for 1 whole week! Please make every effort to attend. Children can also come along to the meeting.
Attendance/Punctuality and Leave of Absence Requests I continue to be concerned with the low attendance for the school and the great number of parents, who think it is acceptable to turn up late for school every day! I would emphasise to these parents that their lack of effort in getting their child/ren to school on time is having a negative impact on not only their own child’s progress, but also that of others, as the teacher keeps having to stop to work with the late arrivals.
Please also note that even if you write a long letter explaining why you want a long holiday abroad or want to visit family, I will not be authorising your child’s absence from school and you do risk his/her place at school. As the school is now full, with few families leaving the school, it is unlikely that a child who loses their place, will be re-allocated. There are 13 weeks of the school year when holidays can be taken when the school is closed. These should be used for such occasions.
Arts Week During the last week of this term Safiyyah Ikram, our Art coordinator, has organised a number of activities to celebrate the children’s artistic skills and to put them to good use in creating pieces for art that can be displayed across the school. We will be organising an exhibition early next term to invite parents to come and view the outcomes. More to follow in next week’s letter…………….
Parent Volunteers Please note, we have been inundated with the number of requests from parents. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate everyone because of the sheer magnitude of numbers. Please don’t be offended if we cannot help on this occasion.
Parking Please do not park on the yellow lines or enter through the no entry sign in the car park, as this is illegal and you are likely get a penalty notice of £40. I would also clarify that the vehicle from the Redbridge Traffic Department that regularly visits this site, is not taking photographs of people, but of number plates. If you break the law, you will get fined. So, don’t do it!
Finally………….I would like to finish by thanking the large majority of parents, who take their child’s safety seriously and show support for the school’s policies and practices, because they acknowledge that they are for the benefit of their child. Remember, together we can achieve more!
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term 1st April
Easter holiday 2nd-18th April
School re-opens for the summer term 19th April
Bank holiday 3rd May
Staff training day 28th May
Half term break 29th-6th June
School re-opens 7th June
Last day of the school year 23rd July
Staff training days 2nd & 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils 6th September
Thursday 11 March 2010
Newsletter No:8
11th March 2010
Newsletter No: 8
Dear Parents/Carers,
PTA Meeting Following the PTA meeting which took place yesterday, I am able to report the following:
Approximately £2000 has been raised by the sponsored silence, which will be used to enhance the playground areas for the children’s use, with seating and climbing apparatus. This is a great achievement and those who supported the event should be applauded.
The next event is to be held on Monday 29th March after school – Easter Fair 3:30 – 5:15pm. More details will follow in next week’s newsletter.
A sub-committee meeting will take place on Friday 12th March in the staffroom to organise the details of the Easter Fair and to allocate tasks.
The next meeting of the PTA will take place on Friday 19th March at 9:30am to vote for officer positions including election of Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary. All parents are invited to attend and to put themselves forward. Those present will participate in the vote.
Parent Volunteers Having gone through the huge number of letters from parents volunteering to support the school on a regular basis, I would like to clarify the fact that whilst I am very keen to accept this support, under safeguarding requirements, I am not able to accept any volunteers without a clear CRB check. Therefore, I would ask those of you who are still interested to come to the school office to collect an application form for a CRB and provide all the necessary evidence. As this process can take up to a few months, it is unlikely that we will go ahead with using volunteers regularly until next term.
However, if you are only helping with a ‘one-off’ activity, we can go ahead with arrangements. This would include helping with trips or occasional activities. In particular, we are currently looking for parents who can help us with the following skills:
Balloon sculpting/entertaining children for PTA events.
Curtain making for the new hall, so that we don’t have to spend thousands of pounds out of the school’s budget for the main hall.
Brick laying for establishing flower beds for children to plant things on a regular basis.
If you have the time to share these skills for the benefit of the school, please let me know via the school office.
Book Week We had a fantastic week ending with the non-uniform day on Friday. Not only was great fun had by all, but we also raised £1000 from the commission of the Book Fair! The money will be used to purchase more books for the school library.
Parents Coffee Mornings The turnout at yesterday’s coffee morning was very disappointing – only 2 parents came! It would be really good to see more parents at this informal get-together, as it benefits not only the parents, but also your children.
2:30pm Friday 12th March Tea/Coffee afternoon for parents of Nursery and Reception children.
Colour Strings Concert About 20 of our Year 2 pupils represented the school last Saturday by taking part in a musical concert. The concert was a celebration of the achievements of pupils who benefited from the ‘Sheena Booth Trust’. In our case, the Children’s Colour Strings music lessons had been partly funded by the trust. Our children gave an excellent demonstration of singing, playing instruments and dancing.
Thank you to all parents who took the time to attend the concert and to the staff, who gave their own time to the occasion.
Parking I continue to be seriously concerned at the illegal parking on the yellows lines and the driving through the No Entry sign by many parents. It is a sad state of affairs that parents of the school are more concerned about rushing around for their own purposes, because they don’t leave home early enough to be at school on time, than being concerned about children’s safety or regularly breaking the law in front of their own child!
What many of these parents did not notice yesterday, is that there was a traffic attendant’s camera monitoring the situation and taking pictures. Tickets will be sent to the culprits, who may show greater consideration for safety in the future.
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term Thursday 1st April
Easter Holiday Friday 2nd April – Sunday 18th April
School re-opens for the summer term Monday 19th April
Bank Holiday Monday 3rd May
Staff Training Day Friday 28th May
Half Term Break Saturday 29th May – Sunday 6th June
School re-opens Monday 7th June
Last day of the school year Friday 23rd July
Staff Training Days Thursday 2nd – Friday 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils Monday 6th September
Newsletter No: 8
Dear Parents/Carers,
PTA Meeting Following the PTA meeting which took place yesterday, I am able to report the following:
Approximately £2000 has been raised by the sponsored silence, which will be used to enhance the playground areas for the children’s use, with seating and climbing apparatus. This is a great achievement and those who supported the event should be applauded.
The next event is to be held on Monday 29th March after school – Easter Fair 3:30 – 5:15pm. More details will follow in next week’s newsletter.
A sub-committee meeting will take place on Friday 12th March in the staffroom to organise the details of the Easter Fair and to allocate tasks.
The next meeting of the PTA will take place on Friday 19th March at 9:30am to vote for officer positions including election of Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary. All parents are invited to attend and to put themselves forward. Those present will participate in the vote.
Parent Volunteers Having gone through the huge number of letters from parents volunteering to support the school on a regular basis, I would like to clarify the fact that whilst I am very keen to accept this support, under safeguarding requirements, I am not able to accept any volunteers without a clear CRB check. Therefore, I would ask those of you who are still interested to come to the school office to collect an application form for a CRB and provide all the necessary evidence. As this process can take up to a few months, it is unlikely that we will go ahead with using volunteers regularly until next term.
However, if you are only helping with a ‘one-off’ activity, we can go ahead with arrangements. This would include helping with trips or occasional activities. In particular, we are currently looking for parents who can help us with the following skills:
Balloon sculpting/entertaining children for PTA events.
Curtain making for the new hall, so that we don’t have to spend thousands of pounds out of the school’s budget for the main hall.
Brick laying for establishing flower beds for children to plant things on a regular basis.
If you have the time to share these skills for the benefit of the school, please let me know via the school office.
Book Week We had a fantastic week ending with the non-uniform day on Friday. Not only was great fun had by all, but we also raised £1000 from the commission of the Book Fair! The money will be used to purchase more books for the school library.
Parents Coffee Mornings The turnout at yesterday’s coffee morning was very disappointing – only 2 parents came! It would be really good to see more parents at this informal get-together, as it benefits not only the parents, but also your children.
2:30pm Friday 12th March Tea/Coffee afternoon for parents of Nursery and Reception children.
Colour Strings Concert About 20 of our Year 2 pupils represented the school last Saturday by taking part in a musical concert. The concert was a celebration of the achievements of pupils who benefited from the ‘Sheena Booth Trust’. In our case, the Children’s Colour Strings music lessons had been partly funded by the trust. Our children gave an excellent demonstration of singing, playing instruments and dancing.
Thank you to all parents who took the time to attend the concert and to the staff, who gave their own time to the occasion.
Parking I continue to be seriously concerned at the illegal parking on the yellows lines and the driving through the No Entry sign by many parents. It is a sad state of affairs that parents of the school are more concerned about rushing around for their own purposes, because they don’t leave home early enough to be at school on time, than being concerned about children’s safety or regularly breaking the law in front of their own child!
What many of these parents did not notice yesterday, is that there was a traffic attendant’s camera monitoring the situation and taking pictures. Tickets will be sent to the culprits, who may show greater consideration for safety in the future.
Dates for your diary:
Last day of this term Thursday 1st April
Easter Holiday Friday 2nd April – Sunday 18th April
School re-opens for the summer term Monday 19th April
Bank Holiday Monday 3rd May
Staff Training Day Friday 28th May
Half Term Break Saturday 29th May – Sunday 6th June
School re-opens Monday 7th June
Last day of the school year Friday 23rd July
Staff Training Days Thursday 2nd – Friday 3rd September
School re-opens for pupils Monday 6th September
Monday 8 March 2010
4th March 2010 Newsletter No:7
4th March 2010 Newsletter No: 7
Dear Parents/Carers,
Playground Toys I am pleased to report that we now have some new and exciting equipment, such as skipping ropes, balls, hoops etc. for the children’s use at playtimes from next Monday. The older children will be responsible for looking after this and have been working with Mark Evans, our P.E. coordinator, to organise this. Well done, Mark!
Sponsored Silence Event Once again I would like to celebrate the great success this event was in raising so much money, which is still coming in for the benefit of all Cranbrook pupils. I am pleased to report that the highest amount (£425!) was raised by Taha Chowdhury. Well done, Taha! He will be presented with his prize in Friday’s assembly.
PTA Meeting The next meeting of the PTA will take place on Tuesday 9th March at 2pm in the staffroom. All parents are invited to come along and share ideas for our forthcoming end of term/Easter event.
Parents Please Help I would ask all parents to stand well back from the door ways at the end of the school, so that the class line can be brought out safely and quickly.
Attendance/Punctuality Please note, holidays during term time will be not authorised. If parents do take their child/ren out of school for holidays, they will be required to pay a fine of up to £100 per child and will risk losing their place at the school.
Book Week What an exciting week we are having with all our Book Week activities! It has been lovely to see the children and staff so excited, and parents coming in to read to classes. Many thanks for all your support. Don’t forget, Friday is a dress up day- Dress as your favourite book character. I might come as the Invisible Man…………See if you can find me! Well done, Alex, for organising the week!
Parent Survey It is still not too late to express your opinions about the school on the on-line confidential survey, which can be accessed via the link on the school website. Outcomes so far indicate the following:
Strengths Areas for improvement
Children are happy at school A reading scheme should be in place
Behaviour is good overall More sanctions for poor behaviour are needed
Staff are approachable Parents are unclear about some school policies
The school is welcoming An after school childcare provision is needed
The school website and newsletter is very popular Some children are excluded from play by others
Teaching is sound because of their race or religion
Extra curricular provision (clubs) are popular and
develop children’s confidence
The school has good capacity to make further improvements
The recent changes are welcomed by parents
However, as the number of parents who have responded is so low, it is difficult to address needs if only 1 parent has raised a concern. Therefore, I would ask you once again to take some time to respond to this survey. A full report will be provided once the survey is closed on 12th March and areas that require attention will be taken into consideration when staff formulates the new School Improvement Plan.
Photographing Pupils From time to time we would like to take photographs of the children for displays within the school and for publicity for the school through local newspapers and the school website. If you have any objections to this, please put this in writing to me so that your child is not included.
Staff Car park Please do not use the car park by the main entrance to the school, as this is only for staff use and for emergency access.
Safety/Security In order to monitor all adults on site during the school day, I would ask you all not to come into the building with your child in the morning. The children are very familiar with the building and can find their own way to class, as they do during the day everyday. Please also help by not talking to them at the fences, so that they do not get into the habit of talking to people at the fence. As we have recently had reports passed on by other schools of strangers approaching children, I would ask for your support in this matter.
Parents Coffee Mornings I am keen to meet with parents informally to not only to get to you know you better, but also to find out what you think about the school’s provision and to gather your ideas for ways in which to improve the school. Over the next few weeks I would like to meet you over a cup of tea/coffee to discuss your issues. Therefore, please make a note of the following dates:
9.15am Tuesday 9th March Coffee morning for Parents of Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 parents.
9.15am Wednesday 10th March Coffee morning for parents of Year 1& 2 parents
2.30pm Friday 12th March Tea/Coffee afternoon for parents of Nursery and Reception children
And finally to finish on a positive note … We were delighted to welcome 30 PE coordinators to a Tennis course hosted at the school this week, when we were chosen because of the excellent facilities and after school clubs that are in place at the school. All coordinators left the school very impressed with the facilities and provision. This was also stated by our special visitors from Bahrain, who came to view the school as part of their planning stage for a new school that they are building in Bahrain. They were very impressed with the children’s behaviour and confidence and the displays that they saw in classrooms along with the quality of work on display around the school.
I am also thrilled to congratulate one of our Year 1 pupils, Aditya Verma, who has participated with huge success in Chess competitions with children in the locality. He recently passed the Bronze Standard examination and will be participating in forthcoming other regional tournaments. Well done!
If your child has participated in exceptional achievements outside of school, please do share them with me, as I would very much like to use the newsletters as a vehicle for sharing such exciting news.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Cranbrook Primary School, The Drive, Ilford, Essex, IG1 3PS
Telephone: 0208 518 2562
Fax: 0208 554 1575
School website: http://www.cranbrookprimary.redbridge.sch.uk/
Head teacher
Dear Parents/Carers,
Playground Toys I am pleased to report that we now have some new and exciting equipment, such as skipping ropes, balls, hoops etc. for the children’s use at playtimes from next Monday. The older children will be responsible for looking after this and have been working with Mark Evans, our P.E. coordinator, to organise this. Well done, Mark!
Sponsored Silence Event Once again I would like to celebrate the great success this event was in raising so much money, which is still coming in for the benefit of all Cranbrook pupils. I am pleased to report that the highest amount (£425!) was raised by Taha Chowdhury. Well done, Taha! He will be presented with his prize in Friday’s assembly.
PTA Meeting The next meeting of the PTA will take place on Tuesday 9th March at 2pm in the staffroom. All parents are invited to come along and share ideas for our forthcoming end of term/Easter event.
Parents Please Help I would ask all parents to stand well back from the door ways at the end of the school, so that the class line can be brought out safely and quickly.
Attendance/Punctuality Please note, holidays during term time will be not authorised. If parents do take their child/ren out of school for holidays, they will be required to pay a fine of up to £100 per child and will risk losing their place at the school.
Book Week What an exciting week we are having with all our Book Week activities! It has been lovely to see the children and staff so excited, and parents coming in to read to classes. Many thanks for all your support. Don’t forget, Friday is a dress up day- Dress as your favourite book character. I might come as the Invisible Man…………See if you can find me! Well done, Alex, for organising the week!
Parent Survey It is still not too late to express your opinions about the school on the on-line confidential survey, which can be accessed via the link on the school website. Outcomes so far indicate the following:
Strengths Areas for improvement
Children are happy at school A reading scheme should be in place
Behaviour is good overall More sanctions for poor behaviour are needed
Staff are approachable Parents are unclear about some school policies
The school is welcoming An after school childcare provision is needed
The school website and newsletter is very popular Some children are excluded from play by others
Teaching is sound because of their race or religion
Extra curricular provision (clubs) are popular and
develop children’s confidence
The school has good capacity to make further improvements
The recent changes are welcomed by parents
However, as the number of parents who have responded is so low, it is difficult to address needs if only 1 parent has raised a concern. Therefore, I would ask you once again to take some time to respond to this survey. A full report will be provided once the survey is closed on 12th March and areas that require attention will be taken into consideration when staff formulates the new School Improvement Plan.
Photographing Pupils From time to time we would like to take photographs of the children for displays within the school and for publicity for the school through local newspapers and the school website. If you have any objections to this, please put this in writing to me so that your child is not included.
Staff Car park Please do not use the car park by the main entrance to the school, as this is only for staff use and for emergency access.
Safety/Security In order to monitor all adults on site during the school day, I would ask you all not to come into the building with your child in the morning. The children are very familiar with the building and can find their own way to class, as they do during the day everyday. Please also help by not talking to them at the fences, so that they do not get into the habit of talking to people at the fence. As we have recently had reports passed on by other schools of strangers approaching children, I would ask for your support in this matter.
Parents Coffee Mornings I am keen to meet with parents informally to not only to get to you know you better, but also to find out what you think about the school’s provision and to gather your ideas for ways in which to improve the school. Over the next few weeks I would like to meet you over a cup of tea/coffee to discuss your issues. Therefore, please make a note of the following dates:
9.15am Tuesday 9th March Coffee morning for Parents of Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 parents.
9.15am Wednesday 10th March Coffee morning for parents of Year 1& 2 parents
2.30pm Friday 12th March Tea/Coffee afternoon for parents of Nursery and Reception children
And finally to finish on a positive note … We were delighted to welcome 30 PE coordinators to a Tennis course hosted at the school this week, when we were chosen because of the excellent facilities and after school clubs that are in place at the school. All coordinators left the school very impressed with the facilities and provision. This was also stated by our special visitors from Bahrain, who came to view the school as part of their planning stage for a new school that they are building in Bahrain. They were very impressed with the children’s behaviour and confidence and the displays that they saw in classrooms along with the quality of work on display around the school.
I am also thrilled to congratulate one of our Year 1 pupils, Aditya Verma, who has participated with huge success in Chess competitions with children in the locality. He recently passed the Bronze Standard examination and will be participating in forthcoming other regional tournaments. Well done!
If your child has participated in exceptional achievements outside of school, please do share them with me, as I would very much like to use the newsletters as a vehicle for sharing such exciting news.
Yours faithfully
Jas Leverton
Cranbrook Primary School, The Drive, Ilford, Essex, IG1 3PS
Telephone: 0208 518 2562
Fax: 0208 554 1575
School website: http://www.cranbrookprimary.redbridge.sch.uk/
Head teacher
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