News from the Park
Parent Newsletter 22 01.03.2024
We have had another wonderful week at Brunswick Park.
This week, Year 3 took part in an exciting workshop which was thoroughly enjoyed by all pupils. They picked up lots of facts about the Anglo-Saxons whilst sailing across the North Sea to Britain, building their ‘ham’ (village) and pleasing the King by paying their taxes. Year 3 then enjoyed some fortune-telling before acting out the story of Beowulf.
Year 4 had a wonderful time on Tuesday at the 'artsdepot' showcasing what they have learnt in their clarinet and flute lessons. The children learnt two new songs, performing these as one ensemble at the end of the day, alongside other schools playing their guitars and trumpets. They also learnt to sing a sea shanty and perfected their pirate 'arghs'! I was delighted to receive an email from the organiser who commented that they were very impressed by the children's performance and their musicality! A huge well done to Year 4 and the Year 4 teaching team - thank you for being excellent Brunswick Park role models.
Reading Corner
Book award season is upon us!
Book award shortlists are a great place to get ideas for books to read. As a school, we will be taking part in the Yoto Carnegie Shadowing scheme again. After the shortlist is announced, we will be sharing the books during assemblies and in class. Then, each class will vote on their favourite book which will go forward to the national vote.
Other book awards which are worth looking at for ideas for your children are:
The UK Literacy Association Book Award https://ukla.org/news/outstanding-longlists-for-the-2024-ukla-book-awards/
The Children’s Book Award https://fcbg.org.uk/childrens-book-award-2023/
The Lollies – this award is for funny books https://shop.scholastic.co.uk/lollies
The Brandford Boase award is for the best young person’s book from a debut author https://branfordboaseaward.org.uk/2024-longlist/
Keep reading everyone!
Cook for Books
Congratulations to Year 3, who raised just under £150 to spend on books for their classroom. Good luck to Year 2, who will be hosting the next cake sale on Friday 8th March.
Nursery Open Day Drop In Session
School Uniform
Please be reminded that children should wear correct uniform at all times (this includes PE kits). Please ensure all school uniform is clearly named. Hair should be tied back and nail varnish must not be worn. The only jewellery that can be worn to school is a watch (no smart watches) and stud earrings. This is to keep children safe from injury - we thank you for your understanding.
Zen Zone
We wonder if you can help? We are looking for any of the following items that we can use in our Zen Zone to provide a calm environment:
soft cushions
ear defenders
fidget resources
self-adhesive plastic mirrors
battery operated lights
storage baskets
If you have any items that you can kindly donate, please drop them off at the office by Monday 25th March. A big thank you in advance if you are able to help.
Dates for the Diary
Tuesday 5th March - 1EB Lee Valley Farm trip
Friday 8th March - World Book Day
Friday 8th March - Year 2 Cook for Books Cake Sale
Friday 8th March - PTA Mother's Day Secret Room
Monday 11th March until Thursday 14th March - Book Fair
Thursday 14th March- 1BW Lee Valley Farm trip
Thursday 14th March - 6F RAF Workshop- Details to follow
Friday 15th March - Red Nose Day
Friday 15th March- PTA Meeting in the Parent Hub
Monday 18th March- Rocksteady Concert 9.15am
Monday 18th March - Parents Evening 3.30pm-7.30pm (excluding Reception)
Tuesday 19th March - Parents Evening 3.30pm-5.30pm (excluding Reception)
Wednesday 20th March - 5HS Natural History Museum trip
Thursday 21st March- Nursery Lee Valley Farm trip
Friday 22nd March - 5H Natural History Museum trip-
Friday 22nd March - Year 1 Cook for Books Cake Sale
Tuesday 26th March- Year 4 Stubbers parents meeting 9.15am
Thursday 28th March - PTA Easter Bunny visits
Thursday 28th March- Nursery Open Day 8.30am-11.30am
Thursday 28th March - Break up for Easter Holidays 1.30pm
Monday 15th April - Summer Term- Back to school 8.50am
Friday 19th April - Reception - Cook for Books Cake Sale
Attendance and Punctuality
Congratulations to 2R who achieved 98.97% attendance last week. The classes with the best punctuality were RA, 1EB, 3A and 4M.
Well done all.
