And just like that, another half term has flown by! It's been a whirlwind of learning, laughter, and growth, and we're incredibly proud of how well our children have adapted to the new academic year. Watching them thrive in their classrooms and forge new friendships has been truly heartwarming. Get ready to be amazed by their incredible work! Soon, their stunning writing pieces and captivating artwork will adorn our school walls and be showcased on our Twitter page, @RockliffeManor. Keep an eye out for these inspiring creations!

It was great to welcome families during our first Parents evening this year. A heartfelt thank you to all the parents and carers who were able to attend; your involvement and commitment isis vital in supporting your child's growth and development. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to discuss your child's achievements and next steps, and we appreciate the time you took to engage in these important conversations. Your partnership is key to helping our children thrive. For those families who were unable to attend, please make contact with your child’s class teacher; we aim to meet with all parents before the end of the half term. 

On Monday, we kicked off the week with an assembly talking about attendance, focusing on why coming to school every day is so important. We discussed the many benefits, such as seeing friends, joining in fun activities, and not missing out on learning important things. We also highlighted that good attendance helps children do better in tests and exams, and prepares them for future work life. The government target is for children to have at least 95% attendance, and we noted that missing just 15 minutes a day due to lateness can equal two weeks of absence over the year. The students looked at common reasons for missing school and discussed positive ways they can help improve their attendance, like getting ready the night before, going to bed on time, and keeping healthy. We want to thank you for your continued commitment in supporting your child's attendance. 

On Thursday we were delighted to announce our Junior Leadership Team (JLT) for this academic year. The atmosphere during the assembly filled the hall with excitement and support. It was wonderful to see the genuine happiness and encouragement the children extended to their peers who were selected. These will not be the only leadership roles for the children at Rockliffe Manor as we believe that instilling leadership qualities in our young learners is crucial for their personal growth and development. It teaches them responsibility, confidence, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others. Our JLT members are sure to exemplify these qualities as they embark on their leadership roles, and we look forward to their contributions to our school.

While we say goodbye to this half term, we will soon say hello to our next one which is a very exciting one over the winter period. Our usual events such as our winter fair, winter discos, nativity and our christmas concert will all be on offer and we are very excited to share these upcoming dates with you soon.

For the first two weeks of Autumn 2 the children will be participating in our Food Fortnight, where they will be trying out their cooking skills to create a meal dedicated to one particular country. The children will plan recipes, create advertisements for their dishes and create their meals ready to be showcased in our annual World Cafe. This is going to take place on Monday 17th November. More details will be shared in an individual letter, we can’t wait to see our community represented by a variety of dishes. 

We hope you all have a wonderful half term break and we very much look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Monday 3rd November.

With very best wishes, Mrs Cook and the Rockliffe Manor team

Please be reminded that we are a No Nut School - We have children with severe allergies to Nut products. 

If you would like to show your interest please contact the office where we can give you further information. 

We would like to increase our resources and maybe have a Lego/Duplo station at playtime. If any of our parents have Lego or Duplo that your child no longer plays with we would appreciate any donations. 

PE Kits - can we please remind you that all children should bring their PE Kits in to School. The children will need a pair of shorts, T-shirt and socks.

Due to incidents in playground with scooters, can parents please ensure that your child does not ride on the playground and other areas of the school. Children to not to be riding passed the school gates, Many thanks.

School Uniform - can we please remind you that all children are requested to wear school colours - Not Hoodies. Also now that the colder weather has begun your child should come dressed accordingly - Coats,Jumpers or Cardigans and appropriate footwear. 

We have a uniform rail outside the office, If you have any preloved uniform that could help fill our rail we would greatly appreciate this. 

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Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy 

SEND Policy 

Complaints Policy