JOPS News 

Weekly Update

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we reach the end of another incredibly busy and productive half term, I want to take this opportunity to extend a heartfelt thank you to our entire school community. Your continued support, engagement, and partnership with the school make a tremendous difference to our childrens' learning journeys, and we are deeply grateful for everything you do.

It has been a truly wonderful final week of the half term, packed with energy, enthusiasm, and some fantastic enrichment activities across the year groups. Providing our children with hands-on, memorable learning experiences which help them to grow and flourish is a core part of our mission, and this week was a perfect showcase of that.

Our Year 4 pupils had a brilliant local adventure as they swapped the classroom for the great outdoors with a trip to the Cranham Marsh Nature Reserve. The children thoroughly enjoyed exploring the local wildlife, learning about marshland ecosystems, and putting their geography and science skills into practice. It was a joy to see them so engaged with the natural environment right on our doorstep.

Back at school, history truly came alive for our younger and older students alike. Year 2 stepped back in time for an immersive history workshop in a Victorian school. The children dove into the past with great curiosity, asking insightful questions and finding out how life was different for children in Victorian times. Meanwhile, Year 5 were transported to the age of long ships and raids during their action-packed Viking workshop. The day was filled with vibrant storytelling and historical re-enactments that left the children buzzing with facts about Norse culture.

We must also share a massive expression of gratitude to our incredible JOPSPA team. The success of their community hub this half term was a standout highlight. Thank you to everyone involved in organizing the hub, volunteering their time, and providing much-needed refreshments to our families. Additionally, the pre-loved uniform stall was a massive success, helping us promote sustainability while supporting our school community. The dedication of the JOPSPA team ensures our school remains a warm, welcoming, and collaborative place for everyone.

Thank you once again for your unwavering support throughout this half term. We hope you all have a restful, safe, and enjoyable half term break, and we look forward to welcoming the children back on Monday 2nd November.

Take care,

Mr Fielder

Headteacher