Newsletter
11th October 2024
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Attendance
Attendance
Oliver Jeffers - 98%
Julia Donaldson - 97.7%
Steve Backshall - 92%
Malala Yousafzai - 94%
Ellie Simmonds -95%
Rosa Parks - 97.1%
Ian Rose - 98.1%
David Attenborough - 94%
Peninsula East Primary Academy - 95%
Well done to Oliver Jeffers class for having the best attendance this week in EYFS/KS1. In KS2 this week, Ian Rose class have the best attendance. A huge congratulations to both classes! It is good to see that the whole school attendance is maintained but now we need to push above 95%!
PYP Learner Attribute & Approach to Learning Awards
Julia Donaldson Class - Nellie A(Self -Management skills) & Arbour (Communicator)
Steve Backshall Class - Grace (Thinking skills) Alfie M (Inquirer)
Malala Yousafzai Class - Tristan (ATL) & Jasmine (Inquirer)
Ellie Simmonds Class - Lauren (ATL) & Kyler (Inquirer)
Rosa Parks Class - Luisa (Thinking skills) & Ivy L (Risk-Taker)
Ian Rose Class - Albert (thinking skills) & Harry (caring)
David Attenborough Class - Lily (Thinking skills) & Aurora-Emma (Reflective)
WOW Writer Awards
WOW Writer Awards
Congratulations to these children for fantastic writing this week...
Julia Donaldson Class - Toby
Steve Backshall Class - Hudson
Malala Yousafzai Class - Nora
Ellie Simmonds Class - Ollie
Rosa Parks Class - Isabelle
Ian Rose Class - Mya
David Attenborough Class - Izabella
Readers of the Week
Readers of the Week
Julia Donaldson Class -Marnie
Steve Backshall Class - Macie
Malala Yousafzai Class - Helin
Ellie Simmonds Class - Olivia
Rosa Parks Class - Franklin
Ian Rose Class - Ellcie
David Attenborough Class - Christopher
Our Wonderful Inquiry Work
Our Wonderful Inquiry Work
Julia Donaldson Class
As we approach the end of our current module, I wanted to take a moment to share the fantastic activities and achievements your children have accomplished during our 'All About Me' theme.
We started our journey by engaging in lively discussions about what makes each of us special. It was heart warming to see the children’s enthusiasm as they explored their unique qualities, sparking conversations that allowed them to express their identities.
In addition to this, we explored the history and wildlife of our local area. The highlight for many was our research of Slough Fort, where we uncovered fascinating facts about its significance in our community. The children worked exceptionally hard to learn about various animal groups, displaying a curious nature and eagerness to discover the animal features and exciting facts.
During our English lessons we have completed some writing based on the story of 'Goldilocks and the Three Crocodiles.' The children produced some amazing pieces of writing.
I am immensely proud of all their hard work this module and I encourage them to continue this positive momentum.
School information
School information
Black History Month
While black history is celebrated year round, Black History Month is marked annually during the month of October. It recognises and values the inspirational individuals and events that have shaped the black generation. During Black History Month, we remember and celebrate the important people from the past and also those who contribute to and help our society today. In school, children have been learning about different individuals through assemblies and class learning time. This week, in assembly, we learnt about Garrett Morgan who was an American inventor who famously invented three-way traffic lights.
Children are never too young to learn about differences. We all have different backgrounds, appearances and come in different shapes and sizes. Just like speaking and counting, empathy and celebrating others' differences are social behaviours that are learnt in early childhood. In order to continue children's understanding of Black History Month at home, please see the below resources that contain lots of educational material to help support discussions:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/grownups/black-history-month-articles-from-bbc
https://wordsforlife.org.uk/parent-support/celebrating-black-history-month-with-your-little-ones/
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Get swim-ready with Medway Sport Swim Academy
Get swim-ready with Medway Sport Swim Academy
The new school term is underway but it’s NOT TOO LATE to book onto our new term of swimming lessons.
Book onto our swimming lessons this month and enjoy a host of benefits.
Our swimming lessons are available for babies and children of all ages. The lessons:
are given by fully qualified instructors from Swim England's Learn to Swim programme
are taught every day of the week during term time
are held at all of Medway's sports centres: Cozenton Park, Hoo Sports Centre , Medway Park Sports Centre, and Strood Sports Centre
offer the chance to gain distance awards
let you achieve levels and awards that are nationally recognised
offer an online parent portal and payment system.
Premier Members are entitled to 30% discount on swimming lessons too.
Book online: medway.gov.uk/swimminglessons or email swimlesson@medway.gov.uk
Parent/Carer Anonymous Survey – ADHD Strength and Needs Led Support
We are inviting the Parents and Carers to complete this anonymous survey in relation to Strength and Needs Led Support. The deadline of this survey will be by 5th November 2024.
The survey aims to gather insights about:-
the main reasons parents and carers seek an autism or ADHD assessment for their child or young person
the challenges faced by families during the assessment process
inequities that may be experienced in accessing services
understand the barriers to accessing 'strengths and needs' led support for young people with or without a confirmed diagnosis.
Recorded Parent/Carer Workshops
I am delighted to be able to share a new set of recorded sessions for our Parents YouTube Channel.
The Child Health Team conducted an online parent/carer survey to seek views on our current workshop offer and ways in which we can improve the offer. Parents and Carers requested recorded sessions on puberty and sexual health. I am pleased to say that those topics are now available for Medway parents and carers to view online.
The new sessions are on:
Puberty and Growing Up
Sexual Health
The sessions can be accessed via our Child Health Parents YouTube Channel.
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