Brookfield Primary Academy Newsletter
7th March 2025
Brookfield Primary Academy, Ridge Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM3 9LY
www.brookfieldprimary.com
Brookfield Primary Academy, Ridge Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM3 9LY
www.brookfieldprimary.com
As we welcome the children back to the second Spring term, we also welcome some long-awaited sunshine! ☀️
The children are taking full advantage of the improved weather, thoroughly enjoying the new playground equipment, which has been kindly donated by the PTFA.
Walk with Joy WOW Badge Design winners
We're thrilled to announce the winners of our "WOW Design a Badge Competition"! The challenge was to design a badge around the theme "Walk with Joy," showing what makes each child happy on their walk to school.
A huge congratulations to Josh in Amethyst, Madden in Onyx, and Luke in Sapphire! Their fantastic designs will be entered into the Living Streets competition for a chance to win FREE walk-to-school resources for Brookfield for a whole year, and the opportunity to have their designs made into real WOW badges.
A big thank you to everyone who entered the competition. We were impressed by the high quality of all the entries, which made choosing the winners a difficult task! Fingers crossed for Brookfield’s chosen entries.
Founders Day/Thinking Day
We were thrilled to see so many of our pupils in their guiding or scouting uniforms to celebrate Founders and Thinking day on Monday 24th February. They enjoyed sharing all the exciting things they do at their packs/groups with their classes.
WORLD BOOK DAY 2025
We celebrated World Book Day today. The children had a wonderful time dressed as their favourite character or in their PJs and reading their favourite story to others. They have completed lots of activities and particularly enjoyed a shared reading session with children in other year groups. Thank you so much for your support.
Year 4 Bumbles of Honeywood Sessions
As well as World Book Day, Year 4 had a session with the Bumbles of Honeywood. Today they had to see who could make the tallest tower using spaghetti and marshmallows. They demonstrated the LEO Explorer Characteristics of creativity and resilience.
What is Oracy?
At Brookfield, we are currently working on developing oracy skills of all our pupils. Oracy is a combination of learning to talk and learning through talk.
Why does Oracy matter?
Oracy improves children’s outcomes in all areas of learning. It also fosters well being and confidence
enabling all children to have a voice and to be heard. Oracy equips children with the skills they need in their
lives beyond school and to be active members of the community
Click here for more information
How can you help develop your child's oracy skills?
We will be sharing different activities for you to do with your child/children to develop their oracy skills.
BOARD GAMES & BOOKS
We are currently converting the hut in the playground to a quiet area. This will include having one area as a library area and the other as a colouring in/board game area. This will be a peaceful zone which all children can access during lunchtimes.
We are therefore asking that if you have any board games or books which you no longer require, please could you donate them to us so we can stock our library!
To make the area even more cosy, if you have any beanbags, cushions or blankets you no longer require, please donate them too.
Thank you for your support.
PARENT VOLUNTEERS WANTED
We are reaching out to ask for your valuable support in our classrooms. We are looking for parent volunteers to assist with various activities, such as hearing readers, supporting with creative projects. Your involvement can make a significant difference in enriching our students' learning experiences. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the school office or your child's teacher to discuss how you can get involved. We appreciate your willingness to contribute to our school community!
DONATIONS
We would be most grateful if you could supply a box of tissues for your child's class, if you are able to.
We would be very grateful for any donations of age 3/4 uniform, underwear and plimsolls for early years.
Thank you for your cooperation.
I am so pleased to share all of the wonderful out of school achievements our pupils have achieved this half term.
Well done to Arjun who received the 'student of the week' award and trophy at Progressive Martial Arts last week.
Well done to Rose in Opal class who has received her Bronze Brownie Award. Great job!
If you would like to inform us of any achievements your child has completed outside of school, please complete this form.
7th - 16th - March Science Week
12th March - Young Carers Day
17th - 23rd - March Neurodiversity Awareness
21st March - World Down Syndrome Day
21st March - Red Nose Day for Comic Relief
28th March - Year 6 trip to Imperial War Museum
31st March to 4th April - Year 5 Residential to Devon
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Do you live with Autism? Are you interested to learn more?
We are pleased to invite you to a virtual talk by Ros Blackburn as part of World Autism Acceptance Month (April 2025); an opportunity for our community to come together and raise awareness, foster acceptance, and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood, and empowered.
Ros Blackburn is a renowned advocate for autism. She will be sharing her invaluable insights and experiences about her journey of growing up with autism.
Please see the QR code on the attached flyer to sign up to join this exciting opportunity.
Unfortunately, this event will not be recorded.
SAVE THE DATE
The annual Edurio Survey is due to be launched on Monday 10th March 2025.
Look out for the link to have your say.
There is no longer an option to report a child’s absence via telephone. We ask that you use the google forms below to report absence. They are also available to complete on our website using the parent tab.
We do not authorise holidays during term time. If your child is going to be off school due to an exceptional circumstance, then please complete this form:
Request for Exceptional Absence in advance for future appointments and exception absence.
Brookfield Primary Academy Absence Form for sickness and same day medical appointments.
Dear Parents/ Carers,
Do you live with Autism? Are you interested to learn more?
We are pleased to invite you to a virtual talk by Ros Blackburn as part of World Autism Acceptance Month (April 2025); an opportunity for our community to come together and raise awareness, foster acceptance, and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood, and empowered.
Ros Blackburn is a renowned advocate for autism. She will be sharing her invaluable insights and experiences about her journey of growing up with autism.
Please see the QR code on the attached flyer to sign up to join this exciting opportunity.
Unfortunately, this event will not be recorded.
GATES
A reminder the main and back gate close at 8:45am when school starts for Reception to Year 6 children.
The EYFS gate closes at 8:50am, however children who are in Reception & Year 1 will be asked to go via the office if they arrive after 8:45am.
We thank you for your cooperation with this.
If you have moved address, it is imperative that you inform the school office as soon as you have moved. It is a requirement that the school has up to date details particularly in case of an emergency.
Please email the school office bfoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk if your details need updating. Alternatively you can update them using the Arbor App.
Ensuring the safety of our pupils is our top priority. This includes maintaining a smooth and safe environment for pick-up and drop-off times.
The school has never, and will never, advise parking in a way that obstructs residents' driveways on Ridge Road, or anywhere else in the neighborhood. We understand the convenience of pulling right up, but it's crucial to park legally and considerately.
We kindly ask all parents and guardians to be mindful of the following during pick-up and drop-off:
Park safely and with due care.
Respect our neighbours and local residents. This includes not parking across driveways at any time.
If parking is limited, consider carpooling or using alternative transportation options when possible.
To further ensure safety and a smooth flow of traffic, we've requested additional police patrols during pick-up and drop-off times.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our school community safe and considerate of our neighbours.
The school uniform policy contributes to a positive and inclusive learning environment. We rely on parents' and guardians' support in ensuring their children wear the correct uniform.
Click here for the LEO Academy Trust Uniform Policy
Brookfield Primary Academy - Appendix 1
***Please note from Monday 4th November 2024, through till Monday 28th April 2025, School Wear Incs delivery schedule will change to a fortnightly basis. This adjustment is part of their commitment to lowering carbon emissions and making a positive impact on the environment.
Thank you for your support.
If your child is unwell or going to be off school please complete the School Absence Form by 9:15am, at the latest, on the day of your child's absence and any subsequent days.
Please submit a form for each child that is absent.
Can we please remind you that if your child has been sick/vomiting then they must stay off school until 24 hours after their last bout of sickness. If your child has diarrhoea, or sickness and diarrhoea together, then they must not return to school until 48 hours after their symptoms have gone.
Please refer to our 'my child is unwell' document for more information on when your child should return to school.
If your child has an illness that requires them to take medication during school hours (e.g. antibiotics, cough medicine, creams etc.), you must fill in a Medicine Permission form. This can be found on our website under the Parents tab. Hard copies are also available on the carousel in the school office reception area.
This form, and the medication, must be brought to the school office on the morning that the medication is due to start. The school office staff will administer the medication at the times stated on the form by the parent/carer. You can collect the medication at the end of the school day, or at the end of the illness.
Please do not send any medicine into class with your child, this includes sore throat lozenges.
If we do not have a Medical Permission form, we will not be able to administer medication to your child.
PTFA UPDATES
We have created a PTFA Community on WhatsApp - in essence every group for Brookfield is within this community. Nothing has changed for your class What’s App groups, and you are unable to see other groups without requesting to be a member, but this allows us to post announcements directly, ensuring you receive information on our upcoming events. We still have a few class groups that have not joined yet, so could we kindly request you do this.
Click here for a link to our Brookfield Primary PTFA Shop where you can find second hand uniform for sale.
Get Ready for Action with LEO Sports Camps!
LEO Sports Camps are back and better than ever! Led by our expert LEO Sports instructors, these action-packed camps are the perfect way for your child to stay active and entertained during the school holidays.
Join us at one of our four convenient locations - Brookfield Primary Academy, Manor Park Primary Academy, Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy, and Hurst Park Primary Academy - for a week of non-stop fun and games. We've got a fantastic lineup of sports and activities planned, including daily challenges and competitions to keep things exciting.
Dates: Monday 7th April - Thursday 17th April
Times: 9am-3pm
Cost: £20 per day - Tax Free Options Available
Age: For pupils in Years Reception - Year 6
This is not part of the HAF programme.
Spaces are limited, so book HERE today and let the fun begin!
For more information visit our website or email sportscamps@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Early Years - Please click here to find out what Nursery and Reception have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 1 - Please click here to find out what Year 1 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 2 - Please click here to find out what Year 2 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 3 - Please click here to find out what Year 3 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 4 - Please click here to find out what Year 4 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 5 - Please click here to find out what Year 5 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Year 6 - Please click here to find out what Year 6 have been learning over the past couple of weeks
Well done to all the children who have received certificates for their achievements in PE or for demonstrating one of the LEO Explorer Characteristics and achieving a Star of the Week certificate.
We are very proud of you.
Brookfield's top scorers with the most coins in Numbots this week are:
Year 1 : Mark (Jade), Divansh (Emerald)
Year 2: Aria (Garnet), Mustapha (Crystal)
Well done to you all!
Brookfield's tops scorers on Times Table Rockstars this week were:
Year 2: Arjun (Crystal), Aria (Garnet)
Year 3: Nevan (Opal), Younis (Amber)
Year 4: Harry(Topaz), Umair(Amethyst)
Year 5: Aqib (Moonstone), Veer (Onyx)
144 club
Congratulations to all the children who have achieved the 144 club so far.
Keep practising your times tables!
Please can we ask you and your child to read through and confirm the Brookfield Primary Academy's Home School Agreement. The Home School Agreement is a document that outlines what expectations you can have of the school, what expectations we have of our parents/carers and what expectations we have of our pupils.
Also, as part of GDPR, at the end of every academic year, we are required to check that the data we hold for your child on Arbor is up to date and correct. Please can we ask you to log into the Arbor app and click on your child's face (top left hand side of the screen), this will bring up their details. Please scroll down and check if the information is correct, if you need to make any changes this can be done via the app and will be automatically sent to the office admin team to approve.
Also, please can we ask you to check the parental consents for your child, if any of the consents are incorrect or you wish to add or amend anything please let us know, via email bfoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk and we can make the necessary changes.
If we do not hear from you we will accept that the data/consents we hold are correct.
Please refer to our website for our policies: https://www.brookfieldprimary.com/707/policies-and-statements
We pride ourselves on offering our children varied and exciting experiences and activities that help to support their learning of the curriculum. The School Fund will allow us to provide additional activities across all year groups.
We have a voluntary school fund donation of £10 a term / £30 a year per child or £40 for a family if there are siblings at the school. Parents can pay for School Fund online via our Arbor payment system, go to Accounts - School Fund - Top Up Account.
We would like to thank you for your support.
Regularly listen to your child(ren) read
Encourage your child(ren) to complete their homework / Doodle Activities / Timetable Rockstars
Ask your child about their day and talk about the amazing things they have learned
Talk positively to your child(ren) about school and their progress / praise their achievements
Speak to your child(ren)'s class teacher or a member of the Senior Leadership Team if you have any concerns regarding your child(ren)
Avoid taking your child(ren) out of school during the school day / term time for appointments and holidays
Drop your child(ren) off to school on time and in the correct uniform / collect your child(ren) on time / if you drive to collect your child(ren), ensure that you park safely respecting our neighbours and local businesses
Carefully read all communications to ensure that they are fully understood and actioned (if required)
Promptly report your child(ren)'s absence via the online form
Ensure you pay for school meals / trips / events on time via Arbor
If using extended services provided by school - Breakfast & Afterschool club, keep your account in credit
If you have a child in nursery who attends additional sessions , ensure you keep their account in credit
Update your personal information via the Arbor App if there are any changes
Contribute towards the School Fund
Consider taking part in the LEO lottery
Purchase online items via the Easy Fundraising App (if applicable)
Support the PTFA in attending events / or even better support the PTFA in helping to organise events
If you have an enquiry for your child's class teacher or Year Group/Phase Lead please email via the Year Group email address:
Nursery - bfynhomelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Reception - bfyrhomelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 1 - bfy1homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 2 - bfy2homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 3 - bfy3homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 4 - bfy4homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 5 - bfy5homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Year 6 - bfy6homelearning@leoacademytrust.co.uk
All general enquiries can still be sent via the bfoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk email address.