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Delce news from the Headteacher
Dear Parents and Carers
It's been a delightful week filled with meaningful interactions. Our children showed the true joy of the season as they enjoyed the first snowfall. The excitement was palpable, and to capture these magical moments, we've shared some enchanting pictures on X.
I am eager to share the heartening feedback received during our recent Parents' Evening. I am thrilled to report that the response from the parents has been overwhelmingly positive. It warms my heart to hear your appreciation for the progress our school has made, and the collective sentiment regarding the positive trajectory is truly uplifting. Many of you have shared heartwarming stories about your child's growth, both academically and personally, and it's inspiring to witness the positive impact of our combined efforts.
In other exciting news, our Year 4 pupils embarked on a captivating journey to Kent Life, where they immersed themselves in the rich history of Britain during World War II. The joy and enthusiasm on their faces reflected the success of our commitment to providing engaging and educational experiences.
The children have also expressed their love for the recent Bounce Beyond workshops. Their enthusiasm and enjoyment during these energetic sessions added an extra layer of joy to our school days.
Furthermore, I am delighted to share that Year 5 and Year 6 have commenced their weekly assemblies. These gatherings serve as a dedicated platform to reinforce our Core Values, the fundamental British Values, and to address important topics like online safety.
As always, I would like to express my gratitude for your ongoing support and the invaluable role you play in our school community. Your partnership is instrumental in creating an environment where each child can thrive. Let's continue this journey of growth and success together.
Have a happy and safe weekend!
Miss Stevens
'At Delce We Do Belong'
Inventors
This week, Inventors have explore the story from the preservative of the little blue fish and used persuasive language, to consider his feelings and tried to persuade our friends AKA Rainbow fish to share his scales.
Year 3
This week in Year 3, the children have been exploring features of a speech. We dove head first into a speech written by Greta Thuburg herself, exploring the importance of repetition.
Year 4
Year 4 had a fabulous trip to Kent Life where we experienced life during WWII. We made hand-made rugs from scraps of cloth, learnt all about food rations and recipes. Looked around a WWII house discussing all the differences between life then and now. Then we joined the home Guard learning how to march and stand to attention as a battalion.
Year 5
Excitement reverberated through the halls as our Year 5 children recently participated in a dynamic and energising Bounce Workshop. The workshop not only encouraged physical activity but also fostered teamwork and coordination skills. It was a fantastic opportunity for our children to break away from traditional classroom settings and embrace a fun-filled, active learning experience.
Year 6
This week, Year 6 were lucky to have an interview with Ms. Bansil. This relates to their current RE unit of Sikhism. The students collaborated to create insightful, open questions that they could ask someone about their beliefs and motivations in life. The children gained first-hand experiences and knowledge of the life of a Sikh, which will help them throughout the rest of their RE topic.
DEC
The DEC have taken part this week in a bounce workshop. The children have enjoyed learning an exercise routine on a mini trampoline.
Jackson class have enjoyed starting the first page of their recipe book especially the cooking.
Record of Achievement
Well done to all the children who received a merit today!!!
Inventors: Swithin and Riley
Bell: Daniel and Jasmine
Wright: Melodie and Junior
Jackson: Levi
Adams: Ruby
Dyson: Andrew and Ella C
Earhart: Skylar and Albert GH
Sharman: Steven and Harper
Rhodes: Haydon and Hadley
Dickens: Lilli and Jack
Goulding: Ollie and Luca
Curie: Grigor and Phoebe
Fleming: Milo and Blessing
Darwin: Frankie, Olaf and Elibia
Attendance
Good attendance at school is not just valuable, it's essential!
Well done to Rhodes and Jackson Class this week!
Inventors 84.72%
Bell 91.25%
Jackson 100%
Wright 93.97%
Dyson 95.83%
Earhart 96.88%
Sharman 88.94%
Adams 83.33%
Dickens 93.3%
Goulding 94.17%
Rhodes 97.27%
Curie 95.69%
Darwin 97.06%
Fleming 87.96%
Chocolate for attendance
Congratulations to all the little stars who showed remarkable commitment to their education by being present every single day last month. To acknowledge their outstanding efforts, each child with perfect attendance received a festive advent calendar as a token of recognition.
We believe that regular attendance is a key ingredient for academic success, and we are proud of our students for embodying this value. Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continuous support in fostering a culture of commitment to learning.
Attendance and Punctuality leaflet.
Parent Leaflet - Attendance and Puncuality.docx.pdfFind the link to our new parent google form to request term time leave.
Enrichment
A message from Mr Minlah...
A message from Mr Minlah...
What a week of marvels and discoveries! Our young explorers from Year 4 embarked on an enriching journey to Kent Life, where they delved into the pages of history, exploring what life was like in Great Britain during the Second World War. Their curiosity and enthusiasm illuminated the past, creating an unforgettable learning experience.
Meanwhile, the entire school echoed with the rhythmic beats of joy as all our students showcased their fantastic bouncing skills to music during the exhilarating Bounce Beyond event. Laughter and energy filled the air, making it a truly uplifting and memorable day for everyone involved.
Family and Community Information
Get ready to paint the school in a festive palette of red, green, and sparkle! We're inviting all our little elves to don their most dazzling and festive day wear on 8th December, as we gear up for a day filled with holiday cheer and merriment.
So, raid your closets for those radiant reds, glorious greens, and anything that sparkles and shines – because the more festive, the merrier! To wear the festive colours, we ask each child to bring a chocolate treat. These delights will be entered into the Christmas raffle, adding an exciting twist to the holiday season.
Indulge your taste buds and ignite your passion for cooking at our exciting Cook Up Workshops! Mrs. Morrish extends a warm invitation to all parents eager to showcase their culinary prowess and share the heartwarming stories behind their favorite recipes.
These workshops are not just about the art of cooking; they're also an excellent opportunity to have a chat, connect with fellow parents, and discuss any challenges around the festive period. Share your experiences, exchange tips, and build a support network as we navigate this joyous but sometimes hectic season together.
Friends of Delce Academy
Calling all superheroes in our parent community! We are excited to extend a heartfelt invitation to join our PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) – the powerhouse behind the magic at Delce Academy. We need your passion, your ideas, and your energy to make a difference in our school community.
The Friends of Delce Academy team plays a vital role in organising events, fundraisers, and activities that enhance the educational experience for our children. It's an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow parents, contribute your skills, and be a part of the positive change happening at Delce.
Whether you have a knack for event planning, fundraising wizardry, or just a desire to make a meaningful impact, your involvement is crucial. Together, we can create a vibrant and supportive school environment that benefits everyone.
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A message from our SENCO, Mr Palmer...
Mr. Palmer's Parent Drop Ins
Each week Mr. Palmer will be available 9am-10am every Friday in 15 minute slots to discuss any concerns.
If you would like one of the 15 Minute Slots to discuss something, please use the QR code below to access the booking system.
Mr Palmer's Top Tip this week!
Does your child struggle to understand the tasks you ask them to do? Be clear and specific about what you need them do.
For example instead of saying "Can you finish what you are doing?" say "Finish your dinner and then tidy the table".
This will help the child understand what needs to happen and give you the opportunity to praise them when they get it right!
Next Week!!!!!
Safeguarding at Delce
If relevant staff are not available and your concern is urgent you can contact:
Medway Children’s Services directly on 01634 334466 and / or,
The Police on 101 (non-emergency) or,
999 (emergency) depending on the level of concern
If you have a safeguarding concern about a member of staff, please inform the Headteacher, Miss Stevens.
Online Safety
Birthdays
Wishing these children a Happy Birthday for birthdays over the next week
James - Darwin
Aaron - Earhart
Riley - Sharman
Dakota - Darwin
Rudy - Darwin
Elliot - Wright
Nathan - Dickens
Oliver - Dickens
Christine - Rhodes
Liyana - Bell
Carina - Curie
Key dates
Thursday 7th December 2023 - Curie Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Friday 8th December 2023 - Christmas festive wear day
Monday 11th December 2023 - Y2/3 Nativity to Parents with siblings at 2pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 12th December 2023 - Y2/3 Nativity to Parents with no siblings at 2pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 14th December 2023 - Fleming Class Assembly at 2.30pm in the Main Hall *UPDATED*
Thursday 14th December 2023 - Christmas disco Y2, Y3, Y4 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday 15th December 2023 - Christmas disco Y5 & Y6 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Monday 18th December - Year 6 'Christmas Caroloke' with parents/carers at 2.45pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 19th December - Year 5 'Christmas Caroloke' with parents/carers at 2.45pm in the Main Hall
Wednesday 20th December - Year 4 'Christmas Caroloke' with parents/carers at 2.45pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 19th December 2023 - Christmas lunch and festive non-uniform day
Wednesday 20th December 2023 - End of term
Tuesday 9th January 2024 - First day of term
Tuesday 9th January 2024 - F1 showcase in Canterbury
Monday 22nd January 2024 - 9:10am Healthy Eating Assembly
Thursday 25th January 2024 - 2:30 - 3:15 Healthy Eating Parent Workshop
Monday 29th January 2023 - Parent Workshop Online safety at 2.30pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 1st February - Dickens Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 1st February 2024 - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
W/C Monday 5th February 2024 - Children's Mental Health Week
Tuesday 6 February 2024 - Y2/3 mix class and 2 DEC classes Healthy Eating Workshop
Wednesday 7th February 2024 - Safer Internet Day
Thursday 8th February - Goulding Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Friday 9th February 2024 - End of term
Monday 19th February 2024 - First day of term
Tuesday 20th February 2024 - Y6 Sugar Savvy workshop
Thursday 22nd February 2024 - Dyson Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Friday 23rd February 2024 - Interim Reports sent home
Tuesday 27th February - Y3 World Food Workshop
Thursday 29th February - Y4 World Food Workshop
W/C Monday 4th March 2024 - Book Week
Monday 4th March 2024 - West End in School Drama and dance workshop Y2, Y3 & Y4
Tuesday 5th March 2024 - West End in School Drama and dance workshop Y5 & Y6
Thursday 7th March 2024 - World Book Day
Friday 8th March 2024 - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
Friday 8th March 2024 - Parent Survey sent out
Thursday 14th March 2024 - Sharman Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Parent consultations after school
Tuesday 19th March 2024 - Y3 World Food Workshop
Thursday 21st March 2024 - Parent consultations after school
Thursday 21st March 2024 - Y4 World Food Workshop
Thursday 28th March 024 - End of term
Monday 15th April 2024 - First day of term
Thursday 18th April 2024 - Parent workshop 11+ Application 2pm
Thursday 25th April 2024 - Rhodes Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 2nd May 2024 - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
W/C Monday 6th May 2024 - Y5 CAT tests
Thursday 9th May 2024 - Earhart Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
W/C Monday 13th May 2024 - Y6 KS2 SATS week
Thursday 23rd May 2024 - Bell Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Friday 24th May 2024 - End of term
End of May 2024 - Year 5 parent deadline to submit secondary school preferences for children with SEN
Monday 3rd June 2024 - First day of term
Wednesday 5th - Friday 7th June - Y6 Residential
Thursday 6th June 2024 - Inventors Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
W/C 10th June 2024 - Y4 Multiplication Timestables Check Week
Tuesday 11th June 2024 - Y5 Food Waste Workshop
Friday 14th June 2024 - INSET day school closed
Monday 24th June 2024 - Parent Workshop Online safety at 2.30pm in the Main Hall
Tuesday 26th June 2024 - Sports Day
Thursday 27th June 2024 - Wright Class Assembly at 2.50pm in the Main Hall
Thursday 27th June - SEND coffee morning at 9am in the Main Hall
Friday 12th July - Reports home to parents/carers
Friday 12th July - Y6 Production 5pm
Friday 19th July 2024 - Y6 leavers assembly
Friday 19th July 2024 - End of term
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