Well done to Steve Backshall class for having the best attendance this week in EYFS/KS1.  In KS2 this week Ellie Simmonds class has the best attendance. Well done to these classes! It is great to see that our attendance has improved since last week! 

Oliver Jeffers - Ella L (Inquirer) and Robin (Communication skills)

Julia Donaldson Class - Oliver (Risk-taker) & Zachary (Research skills)

Steve Backshall Class - (communicator) Halle (thinking skills) Lennie T

Malala Yousafzai Class - Nora (self-management) & Harleigh-May (Principled)

Ellie Simmonds Class - Jaynee (reflective) & Ellie (Thinking and Self-management)

Rosa Parks Class - Austin (Knowledgeable) & Archie (Communication Skills)

Ian Rose Class - Ellis (inquirer) & Aaron (thinking skills)

David Attenborough Class - Franklin (Communicator Skills) and Aimee (Principled)

SEND Update:

Since the start of the academic year, our staff team has been working diligently to ensure that our provisions are in place to support all of our children, especially those with additional learning needs.

We would like to share some very encouraging feedback gathered from the questionnaire distributed to parents and carers of pupils with SEND at the beginning of Module 2. It is heartening to note that parents and carers feel:

• able to approach staff regarding any concerns they may have about their child, and that these concerns are followed up appropriately.

• opportunities have been provided for discussions surrounding each child’s School Support Plan with the SENCO.

• that the adults who work with their children are well aware of the children’s needs and how best to support them.

• confident that their children are making progress.

Overall, our SEND provision has received an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from our parents and carers, which reflects our efforts in fostering an inclusive environment for SEND students. We are delighted that our families feel involved in the processes surrounding SEND. 

In addition, many parents have expressed their appreciation for the involvement of external professionals who have been instrumental in diagnosing additional needs and providing targeted support for our children. We are currently collaborating with several specialist services, including Private Occupational Therapy (OT), Private Speech and Language Therapy (SALT), the Medway SALT team, Medway Community Healthcare School Nursing team, Educational Psychology (EP), and FORTIS Trust.

I am also pleased to inform you that trust in the leadership of SEND within our academy has been growing. From January,  there will be a change in leadership roles: Mrs Champ will transition from her role as SENCO to return to her Vice Principal responsibilities, while continuing to serve as Inclusion Lead. Miss Hartung will take over the SENCO role and will work closely with Mrs Champ to ensure a seamless handover. Miss Edwards will remain as our SEND Admin Assistant, providing vital support to both Miss Hartung and Mrs Champ in liaising with families.

As we move forward, we aim to maintain the high standards of our SEND provision, ensuring every child receives the support they deserve. I encourage you to continue sharing your thoughts and feedback with us, as your insights are invaluable to improve and adapt our practices.

Allhallows Parish Council

The village Christmas tree lights switch on will be on Sunday 8th December around 7pm. It would be great to see as many villagers as possible to come together to attend this event.

Youth club

Please come and join us at our weekly youth club every Tuesday evening 5.45pm - 7.45pm £1 entry.

Age range - children from 8 - 16 years old can attend. There will be a tuck shop with prices ranging from 50p-£1.

Activities are child-led and range from sports, music, games and much more!